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Your Pathway to Certification Excellence!

The Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence (CSCE) and the Global Communication Certification Council (GCCC) have joined forces to provide unparalleled training and resources for communication professionals. 

Our comprehensive programs are designed to prepare you for the GCCC’s Communication Management Professional (CMP) and Strategic Communication Management Professional (SCMP) certifications. Whether you’re starting your certification journey or looking to elevate your career, we have the perfect training and resources to support your professional growth.

WHY GCCC?

Why choose GCCC certification?

GCCC certification is the gold standard in strategic communication, recognized globally for its rigorous standards and comprehensive assessments. Achieving the CMP or SCMP certification demonstrates your expertise, enhances your credibility, and opens doors to new career opportunities. Our certification programs are accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), ensuring they meet the highest international standards.

Our training programs

GCCC Certification Masterclass

This intensive masterclass is designed to prepare candidates for the CMP and SCMP certification exams. Providing a thorough overview of strategic communication management and the Global Standard for the Communication Profession, this masterclass equips you with the essential knowledge and skills needed for success.

$299 USD

3.5 Hours

Virtual Format

“Many thanks for delivering an outstanding GCCC certification masterclass during the 2024 IABC World Conference in Chicago on June 23! The session was informative, interactive, and worth every minute of my same-day travel from New Jersey.”
“I've found your session truly helpful, and practical in my line of work.”
“Your class was so thorough and engaging. It was worth the day trip to Chicago!”

What to Expect

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of the core principles and practices outlined in the Global Standard of the Communication Profession.
  • Enhance your expertise in strategic communication management and ethical practices.
  • Develop critical thinking and application skills to excel in the CMP and SCMP certification exams, complemented by effective exam-taking techniques.
  • Learn to effectively use resources such as the study guide, optimizing both your certification exam preparation and your continuous professional development.

Who Should Attend

This masterclass is ideal for communication professionals aiming to achieve CMP or SCMP certification. It’s also perfect for those who seek an intensive program to refresh their strategic thinking and stay current with best practices in strategic communication management.

Career Level

Generalist/Specialist, Strategic Advisor, Business Leader

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Certification Learning Path: Plan

Elevate your strategic communication skills to drive measurable outcomes.

This two-day intensive course empowers communication professionals to develop and execute initiatives that are firmly anchored in business needs, maximizing stakeholder value and driving business outcomes. By learning to analyze the business environment, identify needs, segment audiences, and achieve measurable results, you'll acquire the skills and insights needed to establish yourself as a highly credible and in-demand communication expert.

$1600 USD

Two Days

Virtual or Face-to-Face

What to Expect

  • Enhance your ability to plan and implement communication strategies that align with business needs and deliver measurable results.
  • Learn how to synchronize your communication efforts with broader business objectives to maximize impact.
  • Develop the skills to create effective measures and demonstrate the return on investment (ROI) for your communication initiatives.
  • Strengthen your perceived value by mastering the elements of strategic communication and becoming a trusted communication professional within your organization.
  • Gain insights into what drives value for stakeholders and how to leverage this knowledge to increase your influence within the organization.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for communication professionals in strategic, corporate, internal, external, corporate affairs, or public relations roles. It is ideal for individuals at various career stages who seek to enhance their strategic communication skills and drive business results.

Career Level

Foundation, Generalist/Specialist, Strategic Advisor

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Certification Learning Path: Advise

Enhance your strategic advisory skills to influence business decisions and build strong relationships.

This one-day intensive course is designed to elevate your strategic approach in a dynamic stakeholder environment. You'll learn to advise the business effectively, leverage audience insights to inform your strategy, and develop your leadership capabilities. The course also focuses on building strong relationships, enhancing emotional intelligence, mastering consulting skills, and influencing others. By the end, you'll be equipped to act as a trusted strategic advisor, driving business success and maintaining valuable relationships.

$845 USD

One Day

Virtual or Face-to-Face

What to Expect

  • Adapt and enhance your strategic methods to navigate and excel in a dynamic stakeholder environment.
  • Gain insights into your leadership profile and those of others to build strong, influential relationships.
  • Enhance your emotional intelligence, coaching skills, and ability to handle challenging conversations effectively.
  • Learn to use various influencing techniques and understand different viewpoints to become a trusted strategic advisor and business partner.
  • Improve your listening and questioning techniques to provide insightful, strategic advice.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for communication professionals in strategic, corporate, internal, external, corporate affairs, or public relations roles. It is particularly beneficial for those leading teams, managing projects, or needing to influence others within their organization.

Career Level

Generalist/Specialist, Strategic Advisor, Business Leader

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Certification Learning Path: Lead

Drive business success with strategic communication leadership and strong business acumen.

This one-day intensive course is designed for communication professionals aspiring to or currently in senior leadership roles. It offers an in-depth understanding of business strategy and its integration with communication strategy. Enhance your expertise in change management, negotiation, influencing, advanced strategic planning and coaching. The course equips you with the ability to measure and apply business acumen, secure stakeholder buy-in and translate your learning into actionable strategic plans.

$845 USD

One Day

Virtual or Face-to-Face

What to Expect

  • Gain insights into how communication strategy aligns with broader business objectives and master the strategic planning process.
  • Develop advanced skills in research, analysis, budgeting and demonstrating ROI to effectively evaluate and enhance your strategy.
  • Explore the applications of AI in communication, enhancing your ability to innovate and adapt in a rapidly evolving landscape.
  • Learn key techniques in change management, stakeholder engagement, influence, and coaching to build trust and successfully implement and sustain your strategy.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for experienced communication professionals who hold senior roles and seek to deepen their understanding of strategic communication and business integration.

Career Level

Generalist/Specialist, Strategic Advisor, Business Leader

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GCCC Concierge Program

Our concierge service is a bespoke program designed to support your team's journey to certification, whether they are ready to certify now or are beginning their pathway to achieving it. This premium service includes a capability assessment to identify strengths and areas for development, ensuring a strategic approach to skill enhancement.

With our concierge service, your team will benefit from:

  • Tailored training pathways – customized learning plans designed to address specific skill gaps and elevate overall competence in strategic communication.
  • Comprehensive support – from initial assessment to exam preparation, we provide continuous guidance to ensure your team is fully prepared.
  • Dedicated assistance – expert help with application processes and targeted exam training, aligned with GCCC certification domains, to maximize your team’s success.
Embrace the journey to elevate your collective expertise and achieve the pinnacle of professional excellence in strategic communication. Let us provide the support and resources needed to navigate and succeed in the certification process.

Up to Three Months

Virtual

In-house corporate team
or study group cohort

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What others have said about the GCCC Concierge Program
“The GCCC Concierge Program was an extremely positive experience for our entire team. Not only did we gain a deeper understanding of the communication profession, but we also gained the confidence we need to be strategic leaders within our organization. Furthermore, we went from being a group to a team. We learned a lot about each other, including our strengths and opportunities for growth. After this experience, I can rely on my team for support and advice no matter the situation.”
“I cannot say enough about Sia's helpful and coherent approach to what it means to be a communication professional. From the get-go, she focused on teaching the cohort the value of our work and the benefit strategic communication has on the bottom line. Throughout the program, we learned how to measure and calculate that value and how to present it to leadership in business terms. This program empowered me to approach my work as a businessperson first and a strategic communication professional second. I am now more equipped with the knowledge and tools to have more productive and insightful conversations, ask the right questions, and connect my work to business results. The resources we used in the course are fantastic. I was able to apply them at work right away, and I have already noticed positive results from their application.”
“The GCCC Concierge Program with Sia Papageorgiou has been so rewarding. I initially thought it would be a great way to prep for the exam with like-minded professionals. But, after the first meeting with Sia, I knew it was much more than an exam prep course. It’s professional development, networking and a workshop all in one. I was able to apply the session learnings immediately at my day job. The homework helped me think critically about how I was approaching my work and how to align my projects with business needs. Sia provided excellent toolkits that I frequently reference, including how to define the ROI of my role! She is also the ultimate hype woman, always building everyone up in the group. If you are taking the CMP or SCMP, doing this training with Sia is a no-brainer.”
“The resources provided during the GCCC Concierge Program are worth their weight in gold! Before receiving the resources from the facilitator, developing strategic communication was often a daunting task, and I was often ‘measuring’ my success without having an initial goal to work from. Now, I have a template to launch any communication plan and the knowledge I need to ensure that each plan has an impact on the business.”
“Our instructor was incredibly supportive throughout the entire training. Whether there was a question, a wavering of confidence, or situational analysis, she was there to guide us. Furthermore, she was kind enough to offer 1:1 support to anyone who wanted it. The camaraderie and support she provided was like anything I’ve received in professional development programs before. For those and many other reasons, I hold our instructor in the highest regard.”
“I would absolutely recommend the Concierge Program to all communications professionals! As someone who has multiple university degrees in communication, I can honestly say that the Concierge Program has been the most valuable and meaningful learning opportunity I’ve had as a communications professional. The communication courses I took in university never focused on business communications strategy. I’ve never learned about it in any job I’ve had, either. It was only when I started seeking out professional development opportunities that I started understanding what strategy “was.” The full scope of “how” didn’t come until I started the GCCC Concierge Program. It has been a career-altering experience, and I am so grateful to have been part of it!”

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GCCC Study Guide

Our official study guide, “Mastering Strategic Communication: A GCCC Study Guide,” is written by past chair of the GCCC, Sia Papageorgiou, FRSA, FCSCE, SCMP. This guide is an essential resource for candidates preparing for the CMP and SCMP certification exams, providing in-depth insights into strategic communication practices and ethics.

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The 118-page study guide covers key areas of strategic communication, including ethics and professionalism, measurement and evaluation, audience analysis and segmentation, message development, resource and budget management, building and maintaining trust, and crisis communication and reputation management. It also offers extensive preparation tips and links to further resources. Each chapter features practice exam questions, case studies, and ‘reflect and assess’ sections to help reinforce learning and apply concepts effectively.

The guide provides valuable insights and practical advice to help you succeed in your certification journey. It aligns with the GCCC’s rigorous standards, ensuring you are well-prepared for the CMP and SCMP exams.

Join the revolution in strategic communication excellence

The Global Communication Certification Council and Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence are dedicated to elevating the communication profession worldwide. Explore these opportunities to enhance your skills, validate your expertise, and achieve global recognition. Join us in setting a new benchmark for strategic communication excellence. Your journey to certification starts here.

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