Professional and Executive Programmes

Transform the Way You Learn, Lead, and Enable Growth

Accredited by Missouri State University · Delivered by the Stirling Centre
 

What is COLP?

COLP is the world’s first global certification dedicated to Organisational Learning. It equips professionals with the tools, strategies, and mindset to create Learning-Driven Organisations (LDOs) that thrive in complexity, embrace change, and lead innovation.

This executive development programme empowers you to master organisational learning practices that drive performance, shape culture, and create sustainable impact. Based on the acclaimed Learning-Driven Organisation Model (LDO) by Prof. Alaa Garad and Prof. Jeff Gold, COLP blends rigorous theory with practical tools to enhance your effectiveness as a learning leader.

 

Why Choose COLP?

• Recognised certification awarded by Missouri State University
• Internationally endorsed by professionals in over 50 countries
• Based on 20+ years of global research and practice
• Delivered by expert faculty through online, in-person, or hybrid formats
• Practical tools you can apply immediately to improve learning and performance

 

Who Should Join?

COLP is designed for professionals seeking to lead learning at all levels:

• • L&D professionals, HR managers and quality leaders
  • University faculty and educators
  • Healthcare and public sector professionals
  • Business coaches, trainers and consultants
  • Leaders in tourism, customer service, and institutional development
  • Anyone ready to future-proof their career through learning excellence

Programme Outcomes

By completing COLP, you will:

• • Lead and embed organisational learning cultures
  • Monetise your expertise and build learning products
  • Enhance performance at individual, team, and organisational levels
  • Apply practical tools like After-Action Reviews, Benchmarking, Learning Circles
  • Measure the ROI of learning and align it with strategy
  • Access global networks and consulting opportunities

 

What You’ll Learn

The programme is structured around four learning pillars and a capstone project:

Part 1: Lifelong & Workplace Learning

• Discover your learning style
• Explore learning cultures and frameworks
• Apply the Learning-Driven Organisation (LDO) model
• Understand how to measure learning

Part 2: Individual Learning

• Develop personalised learning strategies
• Use mentoring, reflection, and coaching
• Assess and improve learning impact

Part 3: Team Learning

• Apply action learning and collaborative models
• Facilitate learning circles, AARs, quality circles
• Bridge the gap between individual and collective learning

Part 4: Organisation-Wide Learning

• Integrate learning into strategic quality management
• Leverage digital learning, AI, and feedback systems
• Build systems for knowledge flow and innovation

Capstone Project & Qualifying Interview

• Design and present a personal or organisational learning strategy
• Create a roadmap for sustainable learning-driven impact

 

What You’ll Receive

• COLP Curriculum Book and Digital Workbook
• LDO Model and Roadmap
• Attendance certificates for each module
• Final COLP Certificate + Digital badge and LinkedIn credential
• COLP Lapel Pin + Complimentary membership of the Strategic Learning Alliance (SLA)
• Access to templates, case studies, and global benchmarking resources

 

Sample Job Roles for COLP Graduates

• Organisational Development Consultant
• Learning & Development Manager
• Performance Improvement Specialist
• Executive Coach / Instructional Designer
• Digital Learning Strategist
• Talent and Quality Manager
• Public Sector or NGO Innovation Lead

 

Delivery Format

• Online: Fully virtual programme delivered via SCSLI’s platform
• In-Person: Immersive workshop format in the UK or regional hubs
• Hybrid: Blended delivery to suit professional schedules

 

Hear from Our Alumni

“The COLP Diploma is one of the best training courses I’ve attended—powerful interaction, practical tools, and deeply transformative.”
– Dr. Yousif Omer, University of Sharjah

“COLP changed the way I think about learning and leadership. I now have a roadmap to build learning strategies that deliver impact.”
– Dr. Radwa Salah, Ministry of Health, Egypt

“It’s a journey of learning, application, and discovery—COLP is essential for any serious learning professional.”
– Dr. Essam Obaid, Associate Professor of Knowledge Management

 

Upcoming Intakes

New cohorts begin quarterly. Flexible scheduling is available for individuals and corporate groups, and custom delivery for organisations is also available.

Register Your Interest

Email: jude@strilingcentre.co.uk
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