Leading the Change

Elevate your leadership skills to master strategic decision-making, navigate complex negotiations, and communicate with impactful storytelling. Equip yourself to drive transformative changes and lead with confidence in dynamic environments, preparing you to influence and inspire at every level.

Format
Online / Remote
100% Online
Next intake
3rd March 2025
Application deadline
24th February 2025
Tuition
€1,950
Tuition
€1,950
Duration
3 months
Credits
15 ECTS
Language
English
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*Based on extended payment plan & reductions.
Language
English
Accreditation
State-recognized
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Your Tutors & Mentors

Leaders with extensive knowledge in their fields will be working with you to help you grow and achieve your goals.
Thomas Maidorfer
Professor of Strategy & Leadership
Dr. Thomas Maidorfer is a distinguished Professor of Strategy & Leadership at Tomorrow University. Simultaneously, he holds the esteemed role of Co-Director of the Impact MBA program, specializing in Sustainability, Innovation, and Leadership. With expertise in strategic management and business administration, Dr. Maidorfer has excelled in academia and the private sector. As the Managing Partner of Aeiphoria Capital GmbH, a private equity firm focusing on industry, mobility, and biotech investments, he bridges theory and practice in corporate strategy, investment, and SME management. This unique fusion of academic insight and real-world experience enhances his contributions, making him an invaluable asset in academia and private enterprises.
Thomas Maidorfer
Professor of Strategy & Leadership
Dr. Thomas Maidorfer is a distinguished Professor of Strategy & Leadership at Tomorrow University. Simultaneously, he holds the esteemed role of Co-Director of the Impact MBA program, specializing in Sustainability, Innovation, and Leadership. With expertise in strategic management and business administration, Dr. Maidorfer has excelled in academia and the private sector. As the Managing Partner of Aeiphoria Capital GmbH, a private equity firm focusing on industry, mobility, and biotech investments, he bridges theory and practice in corporate strategy, investment, and SME management. This unique fusion of academic insight and real-world experience enhances his contributions, making him an invaluable asset in academia and private enterprises.
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Thomas Maidorfer
Professor of Strategy & Leadership
Dr. Thomas Maidorfer is a distinguished Professor of Strategy & Leadership at Tomorrow University. Simultaneously, he holds the esteemed role of Co-Director of the Impact MBA program, specializing in Sustainability, Innovation, and Leadership. With expertise in strategic management and business administration, Dr. Maidorfer has excelled in academia and the private sector. As the Managing Partner of Aeiphoria Capital GmbH, a private equity firm focusing on industry, mobility, and biotech investments, he bridges theory and practice in corporate strategy, investment, and SME management. This unique fusion of academic insight and real-world experience enhances his contributions, making him an invaluable asset in academia and private enterprises.
Use climate sciences to evaluate sustainable actions and policies
This 3-month program is tailored to meet the diverse needs of professionals such as;
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Sustainability managers seeking to go beyond carbon accounting and implement environmental initiatives with impact
Entrepreneurs aiming to develop science-based solutions which create environmental impact
NGO managers who wish to improve the impact of their organization by incorporating science and nature-based solutions
Environmental scientists looking to translate their understanding of natural systems into impactful solutions

Your Curriculum

Each Certificate Program comprises three interrelated challenges, equipping  you with unique competencies to conquer current and future hurdles.
Challenge  #1
Risk Taking and Decision Making
To help you become a more effective decision-maker, this challenge blends theory and practice. You will learn about the main sources of decision failures at different levels including the level of strategic decisions in a competitive marketplace. Organizational leaders are often called to make strategic decisions in uncertain and complex situations. Making effective decisions requires the adoption of approaches that fit the complexities of these situations, and the efficient management of decision-making processes. It also requires the ability to think strategically in highly interactive markets and with insights into the psychology behind people’s behavior.
Challenge  #2
Negotiations and Conflict Solving
This challenge provides the principles and practices of negotiation and conflict management including bargaining as a social and managerial activity. Additionally, the challenge provides students with insight into their own conflict and negotiation styles. Special emphasis is given in the areas of interpersonal and intergroup conflict, in addition to interpersonal influence and compliance gaining techniques and the tactics and strategies involved with improved bargaining and negotiations.‍
Challenge  #3
Storytelling and Effective Communication
In this challenge, the power of storytelling, pitching and communication is introduced. As future entrepreneurs and innovators, you will learn how stories can create a corporate community, exchange memories and shared beliefs, and extract narratives from data and use visuals to convey important messages to their businesses.‍

What you’ll learn

Upon completion of this Program, you will be able to:
Enhanced Decision-Making Abilities
Learn to identify and avoid common decision-making pitfalls. Develop confidence in navigating uncertainty and complex environments.
Advanced Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Skills
Develop skills for managing and resolving interpersonal and intergroup conflicts. Master collaborative negotiation techniques to achieve win-win outcomes. Improve influence and persuasion skills to effectively advocate for ideas.
Powerful Storytelling and Communication Techniques
Master the art of storytelling to create compelling narratives that resonate with your audience. Understand how to use storytelling to build organizational culture and foster a sense of community.
Cultivation of Leadership for Organizational Influence
Learn to lead confidently in dynamic environments and motivate others. Build influence and credibility as a leader across various organizational levels.

Get The Skills You Need In 3 Steps

Our Impact Certificates are a great way to up-skill in just 3 months. You also gain access to the global ToU community as well as lots of events, workshops, networking opportunities. In the end you’ll earn a  certificate and credits that can be applied towards a full degree,.
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Step 1
Sign-up on Tomorrow University’s App for free
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Browse the program curriculum on our App
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Buy the course via our online check-out service.
Long-term vision, short-term results
In just ten weeks, you will learn 21st-century competencies that will  not only help you accelerate your professional success but also your  impact. Your community is filled with individuals from around the world  with diverse backgrounds and expertise.

Enroll now to reserve your spot. Our Admissions Team will reach out to you shortly after.
duration
9 weeks
weekly load
10h
limited cohort
25 people
fees
€1,950
transferrable ects
15 ETCS
3rd March 2025
Validate your competencies with a certificate
Upon successfully completing the challenge, you'll receive a digital certificate that can be shared with your personal and professional networks.
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In-Person Meetups & City hubs

To facilitate real-life connections, we've established local city hubs where learners can gather for in-person exchanges, meetings and events.

Throughout the year we also organize regional meetups, workshops, and conferences offering opportunities for learners to connect, network, and build relationships.

Community

Advance Your Career While Building a Better Future

Our mission is to make your education rewarding, meaningful, and deeply connected to what matters most to you.
Upskill for Tomorrow’s Challenges, Today
Equip yourself with practical, specialist knowledge to lead in a rapidly evolving world.
Future-Ready Skills for Real Impact
Learn the tools to innovate, lead, and create lasting change in today’s most critical fields.
Fast-Track Your Career with Purpose-Driven Learning
Master in-demand skills through hands-on projects and global networking opportunities.
"An inspiring mindset coupled with the idea of challenge-based learning and working on exciting projects with great people from different countries from various professional backgrounds convinced me to go on this journey with Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences.
Alexander Woegerer, ToU Learner
"I love the learning experience at Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences because it is built on digital education combined with actionable and practicalchallenges."
Isabel Sum, ToU Learner
“I'm 100% sure that I will remember ToU as the university which allowed me to gain direction first, and then learn the skills needed.”
Volodymyr Danylov, ToU Learner

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Our application process is quick and simple. Sign-up today and join our next cohort.
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