Certified Consulting Expert (CCX) Programme
Duration: 12 Months
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Modules: 4 ​
Format: Hybrid (Online + Physical Classes) + Mentoring + Business Setup
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Frequency: Once a Year
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Fee: $1,000 USD
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Requirement: Minimum 10 years Senior Management Experience
Objective: Empower retiring professionals, transitioning executives, and practicing consultants with advanced skills to establish and grow a thriving consulting practice.
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Programme Modules
Module 1: Advanced Consulting Skills and Strategic Positioning (Months 1 - 3)
Focus: Master consulting principles, define your niche, and position yourself as a thought leader.
Key Topics:
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Advanced consulting frameworks and problem-solving methodologies.
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Defining your consulting niche and unique value proposition.
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Strategic positioning: Building credibility as a thought leader in your industry.
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Content creation: Blogs, articles, and speaking engagements for brand visibility.
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Practical Application: Develop a strategic thought leadership plan, including a roadmap for publishing content and engaging with your audience.
Module 2: Business Setup, Marketing, and Branding (Months 4 - 6)
Focus: Establish a legally compliant consulting business with a strong brand presence.
Key Topics:
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Registering your consulting practice: Legal and financial considerations.
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Developing your brand identity: Logo, messaging, and digital presence.
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Marketing strategies: Leveraging social media, SEO, and email campaigns.
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Crafting an elevator pitch and marketing collateral (e.g., brochures and websites).
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Practical Application: Launch a fully branded consulting business with a functional website and social media presence.
Module 3: Client Engagement and Service Delivery (Months 7 - 9)
Focus: Acquire clients, deliver exceptional services, and foster long-term relationships.
Key Topics:
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Advanced client acquisition techniques: Networking, referrals, and digital campaigns.
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Conducting client consultations and needs assessments.
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Delivering services: Structuring engagements, managing expectations, and ensuring value delivery.
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Creating client retention strategies and long-term contracts.
Practical Application: Work on a live consulting engagement, from acquisition to solution delivery, documenting client outcomes and feedback.
Module 4: Scaling Your Consultancy and Building Influence (Months 10 - 12)
Focus: Expand your consulting business and establish yourself as an industry influencer.
Key Topics:
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Scaling operations: Digital products, workshops, and automated services.
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Hiring and outsourcing: Building a team for scalability.
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Financial growth strategies: Budgeting, pricing models, and financial projections.
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Establishing influence: Guest speaking, collaborations, and industry recognition.
Practical Application: Develop and pitch a comprehensive growth plan, including strategies for scaling, branding, and influence building.
Key Features of the CCX Programme
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Strategic Thought Leadership Development: Build authority in your field through content creation, speaking opportunities, and branding.
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Practical Assignments: Complete real-world projects, from marketing campaigns to client engagements.
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Comprehensive Business Setup: Establish a fully operational consulting business with branding and marketing assets.
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Hands-On Mentorship: Personalised guidance from experienced consultants and industry leaders.
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Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with peers, mentors, and industry professionals.
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Certification: Earn the Certified Consulting Expert (CCX) credential, demonstrating expertise and readiness to lead a consulting business.
Outcome
At the end of the programme, participants will:
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Have a fully operational and branded consulting business.
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Be equipped with advanced marketing, branding, and thought leadership strategies.
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Possess real-life consulting project experience.
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Have a comprehensive growth plan for scaling their consultancy.
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Be recognised as certified experts in consulting.