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Where Learning leads to excellence
Fàilte gu Ionad Stirling!
Gluais gu misneachail!
Welcome to the Stirling Centre!
Move forward with confidence!
Our vision is to transform learning into the most powerful source of competitive and collaborative advantage — enabling individuals, organisations, and nations to thrive in a complex world.
We aim to build capacity, provide expert consultancy, and deliver world-class academic and training programmes in Futures Foresight, Strategic Learning, Innovation, and Business Excellence. Inspired by Stirling’s heritage and Scotland’s legacy of discovery, we foster bold thinking, lifelong learning, and strategic action—preparing leaders to navigate complexity and drive meaningful change in a rapidly evolving world.
Stirling Centre Featured by EAPC
Stirling Centre has been featured by the European Association of Political Consultants (EAPC), highlighting our ongoing contribution to leadership, governance, and strategic learning. We are proud to be recognised within a European network committed to professional...
Stirling Centre Article Featured on TFN Scotland
We are pleased to share that an article by Stirling Centre has been published on TFN Scotland. The piece explores organising learning and self-help approaches for addressing challenges within dysfunctional businesses.
Supporting Trusted AI: Stirling Centre Celebrates iVolution’s BSI Certification Milestone
Stirling Centre was recently highlighted in a LinkedIn post discussing AI regulatory services and industry collaboration. This mention reflects our ongoing contribution to responsible AI and regulatory practices.
Stirling Centre Celebrates Successful Launch of Cambridge Executive Education Series on AI-Powered Leadership
Stirling Centre Celebrates Successful Launch of Cambridge Executive Education Series on AI-Powered Leadership Cambridge, England — The Stirling Centre for Strategic Learning and Innovation is proud to announce the successful delivery of the inaugural Cambridge...
Professor Alaa Garad Awarded Honorary Ambassador of Knowledge in Ljubljana
Professor Alaa Garad Awarded Honorary Ambassador of Knowledge in Ljubljana Ljubljana, Slovenia — 29 January 2026 The Stirling Centre for Strategic Learning and Innovation proudly announces that Professor Alaa Garad, co-founder of the Centre, has been awarded the...
Stirling Centre Expands Its Learning Ecosystem to Malawi
Stirling Centre Expands Its Learning Ecosystem to Malawi The Stirling Centre for Strategic Learning and Innovation is proud to join the Scotland Malawi Partnership as a committed contributor to capacity building, leadership development, and knowledge exchange. Our...
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Explore our Programmes
We offer a diverse portfolio of learning opportunities designed to meet you at every stage of your academic or professional journey.
Academic Programmes
Build a strong foundation for your future with our academically rigorous undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Designed for curious minds and future leaders, these programmes combine deep theoretical knowledge with practical learning to prepare you for success in your chosen field.
Professional & Executive Programmes
Advance your career with targeted learning experiences developed for working professionals, leaders, and executives. These flexible programmes are designed to deliver immediate impact, helping you stay ahead in a competitive and fast-evolving landscape.
Featured Programmes
Certified Organisational Learning Professional (COLP)
A globally recognised certification by the Stirling Centre, designed to equip professionals with practical tools and frameworks to build strong organisational learning cultures and drive sustainable performance.
AI-Powered Leadership
An executive programme that equips leaders with practical insights and strategic frameworks to harness AI, drive innovation, and lead organisations effectively in the digital age.
Our Partners
Proud Members of Leading Organisations
Latest / Upcoming Events
Certified Organisational Learning Professional (COLP – Healthcare)
February 11 @ 8:00 am - April 15 @ 5:00 pmLifelong Learning & SME Growth – Prof. Alaa Garad
February 25 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pmFrom Experience to Excellence
March 25 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cycle of Excellence
Our model demonstrates how learning, innovation,
and foresight work together to create
sustained excellence.
Wise leaders invest in, cultivate, and strategically embed lifelong and organisational learning. This mindset fuels innovation and sharpens foresight — enabling organisations of all sizes and sectors, globally, to achieve sustained excellence.
Books & Publications
International Journal of Strategy and Organisational Learning (IJSOL)
The Learning Driven Business Book
Scotland & Local Engagement
Contact Us
Phone
+44 (0) 7400 952147
jude@stirlingcentre.org.uk
Address
5 Alpha Centre,
Stirling University Innovation Park,
Stirling, FK9 4NF
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