Crises test leaders under extreme pressure and uncertainty. This course prepares executives to lead during crises, covering crisis governance, decision-making under pressure, stakeholder management, communication, maintaining operations, supporting people and leading recovery, through immersive simulations.
Download the full standard outline: why attend, methodology, objectives, audience, competencies, the daily outline and current plans.
How leaders behave in the first hours of a crisis shapes the outcome. This course helps you lead with clarity and confidence when it matters most.
The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.
The course uses executive crisis simulations, case studies, decision exercises and reflection.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
This course is suitable for:
Participants will develop competencies in:
A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Confirmed dates accept registration requests. Tentative dates are enquiry only.
Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.
Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.
Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.
Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.
