ERA and AESC Certificate in Executive Research (CER)

ERA and AESC Learning & Development

AESC Certificate in Executive Research (CER)

Only available to ERA Members – cost per person $575 USD (a US $200 discount)

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This program is open to all individuals who work in the field of executive research. We strongly encourage those looking to develop core executive research skills to pursue this programme.

WHY PURSUE THE CER?

EARN AN INDUSTRY-RECOGNIZED CREDENTIAL

ENHANCE YOUR ABILITY TO SUCCEED

DEVELOP CORE EXECUTIVE RESEARCH SKILLS

View the topics covered in the Certificate in Executive Research program

The Certificate in Executive Research program is divided into three parts: Foundation Course, Expert Forum, and Final Examination.

Foundation Course – Your Moodle account will be created shortly to access the Foundation Course where you will complete ten modules. These modules can be completed at one’s own pace. Depending on how quickly or leisurely you choose to complete the Foundation Course, the completion time widely varies. If completed in one sitting, the course takes between 5-8 hours. It is recommended to complete the Foundation Course before moving on to the Expert Forum.
Expert Forum – The Expert Forums are three interactive webinars that will run for 2 hours each over the course of three days by an industry expert. This is a great opportunity to learn from an experienced search professional and fellow researchers. The dates for the Expert Forums are pre-set.
Final Examination – For the final examination, you will be given a case study that involves making two phone calls on the topics of sourcing, pitching, and qualifying.

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(please contact emma@theera.org for the coupon code).

Register here and select the AESC non member option and use the coupon code.

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