Expanding certification programs globally is a high-stakes strategic priority. Beyond a single jurisdiction, programs must navigate diverse legal frameworks, data privacy regulations, and rising expectations around digital trust. Quality alone no longer guarantees relevance or credibility across borders. This session shares a practical, field-tested framework built around three decisions: Readiness, aligning governance, resources, and risk tolerance with long-term strategy; Value, assessing whether a certification will resonate through cultural alignment, workforce demand, and employer recognition; and Execution, translating strategy into action through phased entry, local partnerships, and scalable operating models. Drawing on real-world expansion journeys, what worked, what didn't, and what they'd do differently, this session equips executives and senior credentialing professionals with practical tools and sharper decision-making lenses for global expansion.
Sheetal Tiwari, Global Certification Partners
Sierra Hampton-Simmons, Institute of Management Accountants