• all 35 certificates


  • same time, same place; live

 

  • at the cohort classroom location or any geography supported by GIIM

 

  • typically, 40 hours of class lectures per course (160 hours for the 4-course certificate); flexible schedules 

 

  • these programs are scalable/flexible based on the target audience

 

  • graded Certificate courses require candidates to prepare a comprehensive paper that applies the content of the course to the candidates' job or career aspiration

Four Online Models

described below:

GIIM's online learning management system provides distance learners with access to recorded lectures, interactive discussion groups, assignments, and tests. These programs are ideal for individuals seeking the flexibility to balance work and study from any location.


  • Synchronous online programs feature live class sessions that closely replicate the in-person learning experience. 


  • asynchronous programs enable students to engage with course materials, connect with peers and instructors, and complete assignments at their own pace—as long as they meet established deadlines.


  • Blended or hybrid programs integrate both asynchronous and synchronous elements, offering a balanced learning experience that combines scheduled live sessions with flexible, self-paced coursework.

2. Synchronous/Live Online

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  • same time, different place; also referred to as live, online real time


  • like 1 above/face-to-face, but online using WebEx, Go To Meeting, Zoom, Adobe Connect, affiliate system, etc.


  • typically 40 hours per course (160 hours for the 4-course certificate); schedule to be determined; usually twenty (20) 2-hour modules


  • graded Certificate courses require candidates to prepare a comprehensive paper that applies the content of the course to the candidates job or career aspiration
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  • any time, any place; self-paced


  • uses GIIMs Cloud via the SAP Litmos Learning Management System


  • 30 1-hour modules/lectures; 30 hours per course (120 hours for the 4-course certificate); some courses are a bit longer, others a bit shorter


  • graded Certificate courses require candidates to pass a multiple choice examination at the end of each course 

Two Blended/Hybrid Models

We encourage supplementing the 30+ hours of asynchronous online lectures presented by GIIM subject matter experts/faculty with one of GIIMs two blended/hybrid models facilitated by GIIM or local faculty using 1 of 2 Blended/Hybrid Models:


a. Synchronous/live

b. Asynchronous/online

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  • combination of asynchronous web and synchronous/face-to-face


  • supplements the GIIM asynchronous web (3 above) with GIIM faculty (or local faculty prepared by GIIM) to facilitate/mentor/advise synchronous (face-to-face or online) class discussions & projects


  • we suggest supplementing the 30-hours of asynchronous online with 10-hours (five 2-hour meetings; live) of synchronous classes


  • GIIM also offers an innovative completely self-paced asynchronous online blended model


  • Graded blended Certificate courses require candidates to prepare a comprehensive paper that applies the content of the course to the candidates' job or career aspiration.

Local faculty (non-GIIM faculty prepared by GIIM) are often used for the blended/hybrid delivery model when it is not cost effective to use GIIM faculty. 

  • GIIM works with its affiliates (e.g., organizations, universities, management associations) to develop a delivery model that is competitive in the marketplace and fits their digital management education strategy, objectives, culture, requirements, and capabilities.



  • All 35 Certificates are available synchronously/live (face-to-face and online).



  • Each course (within the 4-course certificate) can be delivered globally
  • for IT & non-IT executives from entry level to C level
  • taught by an international team of over 300 prominent academics & executives
  • is scalable