Applied professional learning

Win Resources Across Competing Functions

Build a business case others can commit to.

Identify constraints and incentives in each function. Connect the resource request to measurable enterprise value.

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Illustrative scene: three department leaders negotiate a shared resource allocation using budget charts and a joint project brief.

YOUR LEARNING OUTCOMES

What you will be able to do.

Directors and VPs.

Identify constraints and incentives in each function.
Connect the resource request to measurable enterprise value.
Compare timing, scope, contribution and support options.
Record responsibilities, dependencies and review arrangements.

WHAT YOU WILL CREATE

Cross-functional business case and negotiated resource commitments.

IN PRACTICE

A situation you could face.

Your initiative needs people from functions with their own targets. Create a shared case and negotiate credible commitments.

YOUR TASK

Record responsibilities, dependencies and review arrangements.

Illustrative learning scenario.

CURRICULUM

Your learning path.

4 modules

Understand competing priorities

Identify constraints and incentives in each function.

Build the joint case

Connect the resource request to measurable enterprise value.

Negotiate the commitment

Compare timing, scope, contribution and support options.

Make ownership durable

Record responsibilities, dependencies and review arrangements.

THE EXPERIENCE

Practice with a purpose.

100% onlineNo in-person attendance required.

Self-directed cases, practical exercises and worked examples. Your invitation confirms the learning materials, delivery format and support included.

Understand the decision

Define the question and the evidence a useful answer needs.

Test your judgement

Apply the method to a realistic case and explain your choices.

Review the quality

Use explicit criteria to judge the result and improve the work.

ABOUT YOUR APPLICATION

Before you apply.

Are courses delivered online?

Course materials, exercises and any included coaching or live sessions are delivered online. No in-person attendance required.

Each programme specifies its pace and included support. Your invitation confirms any scheduled sessions and their timing.

Why do I need to apply?

We review your background and any goals or motivation you choose to share to assess programme fit. There is no payment when you apply.

How do intakes work?

We welcome new participants in intakes over time. Apply for access and we will email you when the next intake opens for this programme.

When can I start?

We will confirm the start date, what is included and the fee when we invite you to join. You can then decide whether to take part. Applying does not give you immediate course access.

What does the fee cover?

Self-directed cases, practical exercises and worked examples. Your invitation confirms the learning materials, delivery format and support included. The €199 shown is an estimated fee per person. We will confirm what is included, the final price and any applicable taxes before you decide to join.

Will I receive a certificate?

Your invitation will explain what you need to complete, how your work will be assessed and whether the programme includes a certificate. Any Academy certificate is separate from an accredited academic qualification.

Who is behind the Academy?

Scipio Academy draws on practical expertise from senior alumni of McKinsey, BCG and Bain. We will share details of the programme contributors and reviewers with your invitation. The firms do not sponsor or endorse these programmes.