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Certified Agile Strategy and Design Thinker

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CASD)

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Executive Summary

Certified Agile Strategy and Design Thinker

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Agile Strategy and Design Thinker (CASD) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CASD holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified Agile Strategy and Design Thinker
Acronym
CASD
Category
Leadership & Management
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Managers and Team Leaders
  • Heads of Department and Directors
  • Senior Executives and Aspiring Leaders
  • Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards executive, director and C-suite leadership roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks
Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex strategic leadership functions
Organisational Impact
Design and implement strategic leadership systems that drive performance and measurable results
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to strategic leadership
Global Employability
Qualify for strategic leadership roles across corporates, public institutions, NGOs and enterprises worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Strategic Thinking, Vision and Direction Setting
✦Leading Teams, People and High Performance
✦Decision-Making, Problem-Solving and Execution
✦Emotional Intelligence and Authentic Leadership
✦Organisational Strategy, Transformation and Growth
✦Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Agile Strategy and Design Thinker
Certified Agile Strategy and Design Thinker: industry context, trends and professional standards · Theories and models of leadership and management · The manager's roles, responsibilities and mindset · Leadership versus management and when each is needed
2
Requirements, Discovery and Iterative Delivery
Business model design and unit economics · Digital product management and discovery · Architecture patterns, distributed systems and technical debt · Value innovation and uncontested market space
3
Stakeholder engagement strategy
Innovation portfolio and the three horizons · Communication planning and management · Reporting and dashboards · Prototyping, experimentation and design thinking
4
Managing expectations and influence
Innovation culture, incentives and psychological safety · Negotiation and conflict management · Facilitation and workshops · Measuring innovation performance
5
Virtual and distributed teams
Virtual and distributed teams · Escalation and decision-making · Building project relationships · Funding the working-capital cycle
6
Team leadership and motivation
Team leadership and motivation · Analytical techniques and bias · Preparing financial statements · Bid evaluation: criteria, scoring and defensibility
7
Kanban and flow-based delivery
Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Backlogs, user stories and prioritisation · Interpreting financial statements · Integrated and sustainability reporting
8
Data and Measurement
Governance and compliance KPIs · Risk and control effectiveness metrics · Stakeholder trust and reputation metrics · Data governance frameworks and roles
9
Financial Acumen
Leading finance projects and change · Team leadership within finance · Finance transformation and target operating models · Digital finance and automation roadmaps
10
Risk and Governance
Regulatory compliance and central-bank rules · Building a culture of compliance · Technology governance and change control · Asset-liability committee (ALCO) governance
11
Stakeholders and Partners
Managing audit and regulator relationships · Innovation and fintech partnerships · Performance measurement and KPI dashboards · Business intelligence and finance dashboards
12
Digital and Technology
Performance management systems and cycles · Virtual and hybrid facilitation · Blended and hybrid learning design · Safety management systems (ISO 45001)
13
Ethics and Integrity
Professional ethics and codes (IFAC, ACCA, CIMA) · Responsible and sustainable governance · Fair treatment and market conduct · AI, ethics and algorithmic accountability
14
Self-Leadership
Motivation and self-directed learning · Business continuity and operational resilience · Operational resilience and crisis governance · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy
15
People Administration
Capacity and performance management · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Loyalty programmes and rewards · Reward strategy and total reward frameworks
16
Customers and Markets
Building strategic customer relationships · Customer success and retention · Customer lifetime value and profitability · Customer data platforms and segmentation
17
Projects and Delivery
Developing the project business case · Project budgeting and financial control · Realising and measuring project value · Capstone scoping: a real project or programme
18
Inclusion and Culture
Safety culture and leadership · Team diversity and inclusion · Creating a coaching culture · Professional roles, boundaries and settings
19
Legal and Policy
Financial regulation and prudential supervision · The regulatory and legal environment · Regulatory change management · Research methods for policy
20
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Cross-cultural communication · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Voice, communication and delivery
21
Suppliers and Partners
Fair trade and responsible supply · Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Subcontractor and supplier management · Sustaining ethical, effective practice
22
Sustainability
Environmental compliance and impact assessment · Duty of care and risk management · Sustainability and environmental duty · Environmental legal compliance
23
Public and Community Context
Facilitation, training and public presentation skills · Corporate social responsibility and community impact · Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation · Customer and community engagement
24
Knowledge and Learning
Information lifecycle and records management · Records management and retention · Training needs analysis and learning strategy · Knowledge management and capability building
25
Leadership and Management
Sales performance and pipeline management · Liquidity and funding management · Thought leadership · Category management and strategy
26
People and Capability
Building and running a coaching practice · Engagement and motivation · Measuring engagement and impact · Continuing professional development
27
Strategy and Direction
Expected credit loss and portfolio quality · Competition and antitrust · Vision, mission and strategic intent · Competitive strategy and positioning
28
Operations and Delivery
Process re-engineering and shared services · Process efficiency and cycle-time metrics · Quality, accuracy and error reduction · Continuous improvement of finance processes
29
Communication and Influence
Professional report and presentation · Business partnering and influencing · Presenting financial information clearly · Negotiation with banks, investors and suppliers
30
Change and Innovation
Managing risk and difficult cases · Continuous improvement cycles · Driving measurable safety improvement · Management review and improvement

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • Requirements, Discovery and Iterative Delivery — applied to your own work
  • Stakeholder engagement strategy — applied to your own work
  • Managing expectations and influence — applied to your own work
  • Virtual and distributed teams — applied to your own work
  • Team leadership and motivation — applied to your own work
  • Kanban and flow-based delivery — applied to your own work
Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CASD certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CASD?

This certification is ideal for Managers and Team Leaders, Heads of Department and Directors, Senior Executives and Aspiring Leaders and Business Owners and Entrepreneurs, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CASD certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CASD internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CASD certification?

The Certified Agile Strategy and Design Thinker is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CASD certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CASD?

The Certified Agile Strategy and Design Thinker is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CASD?

The Certified Agile Strategy and Design Thinker carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CASD while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CASD?

Graduates progress towards executive, director and C-suite leadership roles. The CASD strengthens your expertise in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation and positions you for advancement across corporates, public institutions, NGOs and enterprises.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Managing Director
Private Sector
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GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Operations Manager
NGO Sector
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I earned my CASD while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Head of Strategy
Government
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