Strategic Planning in Education - Waterford

The Certificate in Strategic Planning in Education facilitates an in-depth understanding of strategy in the context of educational institutions. The process of strategic planning and the role of strategy in determining the future direction of the institution are explored using contemporary literature and case-based examples of practice across a range of educational settings.



The formulation, development, and implementation of strategy include critical reflection on the educational institution’s vision, values, stakeholders, external environment, and existing organisational culture.

Strategic Planning In Education



This module facilitates an in-depth understanding of strategy in the context of educational institutions. The process of strategic planning and the role of strategy in determining the future direction of the institution will be reviewed using contemporary literature and case based examples of practice across a range of educational settings. The formulation, development and implementation of strategy will include critical reflection on the educational institutions’ vision, values, stakeholders, external environment and the existing organisational culture

Applicants are required to have an Honours Degree (Level 8) or equivalent and be working within an educational setting.

Application Deadline 15 Mar 2026

12 weeks online.



Delivery

This course will be delivered online, allowing participants to join from anywhere and access all sessions and materials virtually.



Dates for delivery:

6:30 pm – 9.30 pm Tuesday 24th March (Online)

6:30 pm – 9.30 pm Thursday 16th April (Online)

6:30 pm – 9.30 pm Tuesday 21th April (Online)

6:30 pm – 9.30 pm Tuesday 28th April (Online)

Next Intake March 2026

Further Study

The Certificate in Strategic Planning in Education is an elective module on the MA in Management in Education. On successful completion of this Minor Award, graduates may choose to complete the MA in Management in Education at SETU Waterford