Qualification Objectives

The objectives of the ICM Professional Diploma in Strategic Management with Corporate Governance and Ethics are to:

• Provide a qualification in strategic management with corporate governance and ethics that combines subject knowledge with relevant industrial examples that are essential for Learners to initiate or advance their career in strategic leadership roles.
• Equip Learners with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to select and implement appropriate business strategies in domestic and international business environments.
• Provide Learners with an understanding of the role of corporate governance and the use of corporate social and ethical practices in both local and international business context.
• Provide an applied balance between employability skills and knowledge and understanding essential for the Learners’ career initiation, professional development or academic aspirations.
• Provide opportunities for Learners to develop the skills, techniques and personal attributes essential for successful working lives within the business industry at strategic management level.

Qualification Rationale

This qualification serves as a structured pathway for Learners to initiate or advance their careers in strategic leadership, management and corporate governance. This qualification is designed to accommodate Learners’ career advancements by offering a focused study of directly applicable topics that have a broad relevance, particularly in the roles of strategic management and/or leadership roles within business organisations.

Overview of Knowledge, Understanding and Skills

On successful completion of this qualification, Learners are equipped with a range of knowledge and understanding including, but not limited to:
• Strategic Management
• External and Internal Assessment of Organisations’ Strategic Positions
• Strategic Management Choices
• Strategies Implementation and Review
• Understanding the Role of Corporate Governance
• Corporate Social Responsibility Approaches and Ethical Corporate Practices

Career Opportunities

This qualification provides Learners with the knowledge, understanding and attributes required to pursue a career in strategic leadership, management or corporate governance. This qualification also enables Learners to gain an understanding of corporate social responsibilities approaches from a business ethics perspective. Upon successfully completing this qualification, Learners can explore various progression opportunities, including:
• Seek employment in strategic leadership and management related roles.
• Specialise further in strategic leadership, management, corporate governance and corporate
social responsibility.
• Advance their academic journey by pursuing higher education in strategic leadership,
management, corporate governance and corporate social responsibility.

Duration:

The ICM Diploma programme is structured over 3 years—with 2 years of class study followed by 1 year of internship. Please note that the internship year is optional, and you may graduate after 2 years if you successfully pass all your examinations

Mode of Delivery

The course is offered entirely online, using a blended approach that combines live, real-time interactive sessions with recorded video lectures to provide a flexible and engaging learning experience.

Live Interactive Sessions:
These scheduled virtual classes bring learners together with expert instructors in real time. You can ask questions, participate in discussions, collaborate with peers, and receive immediate feedback—just like in a traditional classroom, but from the comfort of your own home. These sessions help build a strong sense of connection and community while keeping you on track with your learning goals.

Recorded Video Content:
All live sessions are recorded and made available on the learning platform. This means you can:

• Review lessons as many times as needed

• Catch up if you miss a live class

• Learn at your own pace, at times that suit your schedule

This dual format ensures that whether you prefer the structure of live learning or the flexibility of on-demand content, you’ll have the tools you need to succeed.

With online access from anywhere in the world, this mode of delivery is ideal for busy professionals, students in different time zones, and anyone looking to learn without limits.

Exams are held online – IICT Hybrid Proctoring

Our IICT Hybrid Proctoring System blends AI automation with live human supervision for smarter, more secure online exams. The IICT Proctor App monitors student activity using AI while trained proctors oversee in real time, ensuring fairness, accuracy, and reliability. It’s the perfect balance between technology and human intelligence — ensuring every assessment is secure, authentic, and trusted.

Entry Requirements:

• Certified Copy of  Grade 12/LGCSE Certificate or its equivalent
• Certified copy of ID

How to Apply:

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3. Enroll in Your Course
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ICM provides four intakes per year — January, March, June, and September.
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