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Strategic External Affairs Management

Develops skills to plan, influence and manage external stakeholder relations, policy advocacy, and corporate reputation strategically in global business environments
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Strategic Planning

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Stakeholder Engagement

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Reputation Management

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Public Policy

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Crisis Communications

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Michael Carter
US · Course completed

I recently completed the Strategic External Affairs Management course at Stanmore School of Business, and I must say it was a game-changer for my career. The course content was incredibly relevant and helped me achieve my learning goals of understanding how to navigate complex external environments and build effective relationships with stakeholders. One of the most valuable skills I gained was the ability to analyze and develop strategic plans for external affairs, which I've already started applying in my current role. The quality of the course materials was top-notch, and I appreciated the diverse range of case studies and examples used to illustrate key concepts. Overall, I'm extremely satisfied with the course and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to enhance their skills in external affairs management.

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Leila Hassan
EG · Course completed

I found the Strategic External Affairs Management course to be really helpful in terms of practical knowledge and skills. The instructor was great at explaining complex concepts in a way that was easy to understand, and the course materials were well-organized and relevant. One thing that really stood out to me was the emphasis on cultural awareness and sensitivity in external affairs management - it's something that I hadn't considered before, but it's really important when working with stakeholders from different backgrounds. I also appreciated the opportunity to work on a group project, which gave me a chance to apply what I'd learned and get feedback from my peers. Overall, I'm pretty happy with the course and would recommend it to others who are interested in this field.

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Rafael Silva
BR · Course completed

Wow, just wow! The Strategic External Affairs Management course at Stanmore School of Business was absolutely fantastic! The course content was so engaging and relevant, and the instructor was passionate and knowledgeable. I loved the opportunity to learn from real-life examples and case studies, and the chance to network with other students from different industries and backgrounds. One of the most valuable things I took away from the course was the importance of building strong relationships with stakeholders and understanding their needs and interests. The course materials were also incredibly useful, and I've already started using them in my current role. I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to take this course, and I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to take their skills in external affairs management to the next level!

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Siti Rahman
SG · Course completed

I approached the Strategic External Affairs Management course with a critical eye, but I was pleasantly surprised by the depth and breadth of the content. The course materials were well-researched and up-to-date, and the instructor did a great job of facilitating discussions and debates. One area that I found particularly useful was the section on crisis management and communications - it's an area that I hadn't considered before, but it's really important for external affairs managers to be prepared for. I also appreciated the opportunity to work on individual assignments, which allowed me to apply what I'd learned and get feedback from the instructor. Overall, I'm satisfied with the course and would recommend it to others who are looking for a comprehensive introduction to external affairs management. One area for improvement might be to include more examples from the Asia-Pacific region, but overall, I was happy with the course.





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