Question 1

About Our Portfolio of Professional Strategy Programs

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Where can I view all programs open for enrollment and dates?

A list of all Executive Programs open for enrollment can be found here. Similarly,a list of all Mini-MBA Programs open for enrollment can be found here. To see which Strategy Research-X and Stratworth Strategy Masterclass courses are currently open for enrollment, please visit their respective pages. The start dates for all Stratworth University programs are displayed on the individual program pages.

What is the frequency of your programs?

Our executive programs and Mini-MBA programs are each offered quarterly. With 4 distinct executive programs and 4 distinct mini-MBA programs offered once throughout the year, select programs may be offered multiple times within the same year. Details about individual program offerings and regularity can be found on course detail pages.  You may view our portfolio of Executive Programs currently open for enrollment here. You may also view our portfolio of mini-MBA programs currently open for enrollment here. Stratworth Strategy Masterclasses are on-demand and are available all through the year, while individual Stratworth Research-X courses are available once a year.

Where are the programs held?

All of our inaugural executive and mini-MBA programs are virtual and are held live (synchronously) online. The Stratworth Strategy Masterclass is offered as an on-demand, online and self-paced package.

Question 2

About Our Application Process & Policy

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What is Stratworth University’s admissions policy?

Stratworth University admits candidates of any race, color, sex, religion, or national or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to candidates at our institution. It does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, employment policies, scholarship and discount programs, and other programs and activities administered by its Center for Research in Business Strategy (Stratworth CRiBS) and its Strategy Labs. In addition, our institution has adopted an affirmative action plan explicitly disclosing its continuing commitment to the principle of equal opportunity in professional strategy education.

How can I apply for a program?

To apply for a program, log in to the website (or create an account if you don’t yet have one) and search for the program you are interested in. Once you have chosen a program, check that the start date and duration of the program suits your schedule and add it to your cart. After you are done adding a program (or programs) to your cart, you will begin the checkout process. We anticipate that it will take you approximately 5 to 10 minutes to complete the application process and pay for the program. Once you are done applying and you hit the Submit button, you will automatically receive an email confirming that you have successfully applied for a program.

Important notice: If you plan to pay by any means other than credit card it is crucial that you complete your application process early because your enrollment is not guaranteed until payment is received. This also applies if your organization is paying on your behalf, because it often takes a considerable amount of time to arrange payment with your organization. At Stratworth University, all information given on applications will be treated as confidential. Your information will be used only for internal institutional purposes and will not be provided to a third party.

Are there application periods/windows for each program?

We accept applications to all of our programs throughout the year, until the designated capacity assigned to each program is reached. Once this capacity is reached, we begin maintaining a waiting list for the next installation of the program. You are therefore welcome to apply into any of our programs at any time. However, it is highly recommended that you apply at least two weeks prior to your chosen program’s start date to ensure you receive and have time to study any pre-reading materials. In summary, while there is no specific application period, most of our programs fill up several months in advance, so we advise that you submit applications bearing this in mind and prior to this timeframe.

Please note: Unlike Executive & Mini-MBA programs, Stratworth Strategy Masterclasses are fully asynchronous, and you will have access to the on-demand pre-recorded lectures and course work once you have enrolled and submitted payment for a masterclass. Please allow up to 10 minutes for processing before attempting to access the materials. You are required to enroll when you are ready to start the 30-day Stratworth Strategy Masterclass access period.

How long does it take to process and approve my application?

While applying and enrolling into your program of choice is automatic, it normally takes only 7 to 10 business days for the registrar and faculty committee to review and approve your application.

When am I considered fully enrolled in a program?

You are fully enrolled in a program once you have applied, paid in full, and have been accepted.

How do I know I have been accepted? and when will I receive the course itinerary?

After you have been accepted by the faculty committee, the registrar will send you an official notification of your acceptance by e-mail. You will also be sent details about the program along with the acceptance package. The acceptance package will typically include an invoice for the tuition fee, as well as other important information.

What if I have to be absent for a portion of the program?

In order to receive a certificate of completion for the program you are enrolled into, you must attend the entire program. While our executive and mini-MBA programs are live and synchronous, each live session is recorded and available on the program platform for a very limited time. Therefore if for some reason you find that you are unable to attend the full program for which you are registered, we recommend that you defer your enrollment to the next installation of the program. Please see Stratworth University’s Cancellation and Deferral Policies on our Program Policy page for more information.

Where can I see a list of programs I am registered in and courses I have completed?

To view these, please log in or create your account. Once you are logged in and on your profile page, you can see a list of the program(s) you are registered in, the courses you have completed and how close you are to earning a Certificate of completion.

Will a certificate be awarded at the end of the program?

Yes. All participants will receive a certificate of completion once they have successfully completed the program they are registered in.

Question 3

About Our Registration Process & Policy

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How do I make changes to an enrollment?

To cancel or transfer your enrollments please contact the Registration team at registration@stratworthuniversity.org

Please note that since Stratworth Strategy Masterclasses are available on-demand and access to the materials are provided immediately or within 1 business day after payment, refunds are not allowed. See our Program Policies.

Where can I find your cancellation policy?

See the Cancellation Policy section of our Program Policies.

What if I need to postpone my enrollment?

See the Deferral Policy section of our Program Policies.

Can I substitute someone in my place?

See the Substitution Policy section of our Program Policies.

Can team members from the same organization attend the same program offering?

Attending our programs together enables teams to develop a shared language and understanding of program concepts and tools, and to collectively apply their learning with maximal impact     on their organizations. Therefore, to encourage companies to send teams of employees to attend our programs together, we apply certain team discounts. When two to four participants from one organization attend any of our programs together, each participant is eligible for a 10% tuition discount for the program in question. When five or more participants from one organization attend any of our programs together, each participant is eligible for a 15% tuition discount on the program in question. If applying as a team, please email the registration team via registration@stratworthuniversity.org to inform us prior to enrolling into a program in order to get the team discount code you will need to apply during checkout to activate the relevant tuition discount(s). Please identify the program and provide the names of all team members who will be attending in your email.

Please note: There is a limit to the number of participants from one organization who can attend each of our programs. This limit is tied to the maximum capacity for the program in question and varies from program to program. To inquire about the maximum number of participants allowed for the program of interest, please email the registration team via registration@stratworthuniversity.org

Question 4

About Payment Processes & Policies

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What does the program fee cover?

The program fee covers tuition and materials. Please refer to the specific general program webpage to see what is covered for that program.

When is the program/course fee payment due?

In general, payment is due before the start date of each program. For some programs, payment is required to complete the online registration process. For others, if admitted to a program/course, an acceptance email will be sent electronically and will contain an invoice for the tuition fee. The invoice is payable upon receipt.

Where can I find your Program Policies?

You can find our program policies here.

What types of payment do you accept?

We generally accept any of the following methods of payment: (a) all major credit card including Amex, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover or (b) wire transfer.

What if my sponsoring organization’s policy is to only pay after the program is completed?

Please contact the Registration Team directly via registration@stratworthuniversity.org regarding your payment. Please note that each participant is responsible for ensuring that his or her invoice is paid. If you work for a government agency and there are specific government forms that need to be submitted, it is your responsibility to make sure that the forms are properly submitted and that your payment is processed in a timely manner. In some cases usually due to time constraints you may need to use a personal card to secure your seat in your course. We accommodate refunds of such payments upon receipt of payment made by your organization on your behalf.

Can I wire international payments?

Certainly. If you provide the bank or wiring agency your invoice number and get the bank transfer reference number, this will be sufficient to facilitate the payment process. Upon acceptance into the program, your invoice will contain details on how to pay via wire transfer.

Question 5

About Discounts & Financial Aid

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Do you provide financial aid?

No we do not. However, we provide special pricing to companies or government agencies sponsoring several participants. Please review our team discount information below for more about this.

Do you provide tuition discounts?

Yes we do. We offer several discount packages. Review the list below for more information. Please note that discounts cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other offer. Making changes to your program registrations may affect any previously applied discounts and may result in an increase in your program registration fees.

Multiple-Registration Discount:

If you register for two or three programs at once, you will be eligible for a 10% discount on each program. You can also choose to register for four or more programs at once and receive 15% off each program. These apply only to Stratworth Executive Programs, Stratworth Mini-MBA Programs and Stratworth Research-X Courses.

Team Discounts:

Attending our programs together enables teams to develop a shared language and understanding of program concepts and tools, and to collectively apply their learning for maximal impact on their organizations. Therefore, to encourage companies to send teams of employees to attend our programs together, we apply certain team discounts. When two to four participants from one organization attend any of our programs together, each participant is eligible for a 10% tuition discount for the program in question. When five or more participants from one organization attend any of our programs together, each participant is eligible for a 15% tuition discount on the program in question. Please email the registration team via registration@stratworthuniversity.org to inform us prior to enrolling into a program, to get the team discount code you will need to apply during checkout to activate the relevant tuition discount(s). Please identify the program and provide the names of all team members who will be attending in your email.

Please note: There is a limit to the number of participants from one organization who can attend each of our programs. This limit is tied to the maximum capacity for the program in question and varies from program to program. To inquire about the maximum number of participants allowed for the program of interest, please email the registration team via registration@stratworthuniversity.org

Affiliate Discounts:

Certain Affiliates are eligible for discounts on Stratworth University’s Executive Programs and Mini-MBA Programs.

Stratworth University alumni receive a 20% discount
Stratworth Center for Research in Business Strategy (CRiBS) patrons and sponsors receive a 15% discount
Stratworth Strategy Lab partners, patrons and sponsors receive a 15% discount

To activate your discount, you must enter the relevant  Discount Code on your application form. Please contact the office or research center with which you are affiliated, to obtain the relevant code.

Question 6

About Creating and Managing Profiles

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Why do I have to create a profile?

Creating a profile enables you to enroll into programs, track your program and certificate status, access session materials, and manage your address and communications preferences.

Who is allowed to create a profile?

Practically, anyone can create a profile. Irrespective of whether you have taken programs with us in the past, or intend to in the future.

Can other participants see my profile?

Other executives and professionals enrolled into a Stratworth program will be able to view your profile, if you choose to make your profile public. You can customize your profile to share only the information you want, such as your organization, and hide other information, for instance your phone number.

Note: When you create a profile on this site, your profile information will never be made available beyond the community. To view more information on the Stratworth University Privacy Policy, please click here.

Question 7

About Custom Programs For Organizations

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Does Stratworth University offer custom programs for organizations?

Yes we do. Custom Executive programs, Mini-MBA programs and Stratworth Research-X programs at Stratworth University are collaboratively designed by Stratworth University faculty and senior leaders of your organization. These programs may focus on advancing the strategic objectives of your firm or resolving strategic issues while emphasizing application of theory in practice, and identifying effective action. You can find more  information on custom programs here. You may also send an email to custom@stratworthuniversity.org

How do I know if a Stratworth University Custom Program is right for my organization?

There are some prerequisite questions you must ask of your organization, to know if a custom Stratworth program is right for you. If you answer "yes" to a majority of the following questions, please contact us at custom@stratworthuniversity.org to discuss how we can work together.  
       
Is there a specific strategic challenge you wish to resolve? Although all Stratworth University custom programs are designed from scratch with every new partner, the  material we deploy is reflective of our domain-specific cutting edge strategy research as well as our faculty's expertise and areas of research. Gaining clarity on the specific strategic issue you wish to address will help us promptly assemble the right faculty and create program material based on the most current and cutting-edge research that is relevant to your firm’s peculiar context.

Could this strategic challenge be addressed efficiently in small teams? All Stratworth University programs incorporate action learning and interactive projects best executed in teams. Could your strategic challenge be comprehensively and sufficiently examined during the five days intensive time-frame our custom programs generally demand?

Is there any senior leader within your firm who will serve as the executive sponsor? We view each of our custom programs as a collaborative partnership that  requires considerable commitment from both parties. Historically, we have found that the involvement of dedicated senior-level leadership member(s) throughout the program is crucial to the success of our custom programs, thus specifying at least one senior executive sponsor at the onset is required.

Question 8

About Enterprise Accounts

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Why should we set up an  Enterprise Account with Stratworth University?

Corporate and non-corporate organizations are encouraged to set up an enterprise account with us to access the following enterprise only benefits:

Access Enterprise Discount: Gain access to a percentage discount based on your annual enterprise commitment or subscription.

Benefit from a Streamlined Enrollment Process: Once activated, your employees are able to  enroll themselves into any of our programs at any time, and their tuition fees will automatically be debited from your Enterprise Account balance.

Get Dedicated Account Management Services: Once activated, program directors will reach out to provide an initial consultation as well as ongoing advice about programs most likely to fit the needs of your employees and company. We will also provide your organization with a dedicated point of contact who will handle and timely resolve your registration and any account management issues.

If I need more information concerning Enterprise Accounts, who can I contact?

For more information, please visit our Enterprise Accounts page or  email enterpriseaccounts@stratworthuniversity.org

Question 9

About Unanswered Questions

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If I have questions that have not been answered here, how do I contact someone?

We receive a high number of inquiries and given the small size of our staff, the best way to contact us is to send a detailed message to contact@stratworthuniversity.org. We endeavor to respond to urgent messages as quickly as possible within our regular office hours (Monday to  Friday, 9AM-5PM, Eastern U.S. time). We also endeavor to reply to all non-urgent messages within one business day and on a first come, first served basis.

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