Strategic HR & OD Leader

Become a strategic leader in HR. A 6-month journey combining a personalized skill audit, 2 specialized HR & OD certifications, and a Strategic HR & L&D Management certification from SP Jain Dubai.

30,000+Alumni
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50+Nationalities
5,000+Organizations
Next Batch: 12 JULY 2026 SHRM Recognised 2 Free Technology Certifications

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SHRM Recognized Certificate
5,000+ Companies
1 Year Post-Certification Coaching
Virtual ILT (Zoom)
3-Month Job Support (JAM)

How We Make Our Mission Happen

Since 1996, our mission has been to create learning journeys that build practical experience and expertise, accelerate explosive job growth, and create vibrant learning communities.

Pillar 1
01
Build Expertise & Experience
Practitioner Faculty & Practical Projects
Practitioner Faculty 20 Weekly Projects Free Tech Programs Expertise Accelerator Masterclass
Pillar 2
02
Accelerate Explosive Job Growth
Career Counselling & Real-Life Experience
Market Gap Analysis Resume Projects Job Accelerator Masterclass 3-Month JAM Support
Pillar 3
03
Vibrant Communities
Active Alumni Network & Peer Support
WhatsApp Groups Doubt Clarification 30,000+ Alumni Job Referrals

Key Benefits

Everything you need to move into a strategic HR leadership role, built into one comprehensive program.

In-Depth HR Strength Audit
A personalized, AI-powered competency audit benchmarked against real job descriptions.
Customized Learning Path
A 6-month path of 5 certifications tailored to fill your specific skill gaps.
3 Specialized & Strategic Certifications
Choose any 2 strategic certifications plus the premium SP Jain Dubai certification.
2 Technology Certifications
Free technology add-on programs to build your tech proficiency in HR.
Projects Linked to Global Standards
20 weekly projects across your certifications, ready to showcase on your resume.
Supported by Industry Experts
Learn from master practitioner faculty with decades of real HR and OD experience.
Intensive Job Support Program
3 months of resume building, interview prep, and networking support through JAM.
Globally Recognized by SHRM
Certificates recognised for learning credits by organizations like SHRM.

SGHL Program Content

Choose any 2 strategic certifications, add the premium SP Jain Dubai certification, and build a multi-dimensional strategic HR & OD skill set.

01
Certified Organizational
Development Analyst (CODA)
✓
Organization assessment: PESTEL/SWOT, McKinsey's 7S
✓
Strategic HR visioning & aligning HR to business strategy
✓
Identifying HR blockers using Weisbord's 6 Box Model
✓
HR capability building & HR audit using PCMM
02
Certified Compensation
& Benefits Manager (CCBM)
✓
Compensation strategy & structure design
✓
Job evaluation using point plan & job grading
✓
Variable pay, incentive & skill-based reward programs
✓
Salary benchmarking, increments & compensation budgeting
03
Certified OD Intervention
Professional (CODIP)
✓
OD interventions & change management planning
✓
Strategic culture development & measurement
✓
Organizational design & process improvement
✓
OD consulting skills: SPIN questioning & appreciative enquiry
04
Certified Performance &
Competency Developer (CPCD)
✓
PCMS architecture & performance planning with balanced scorecard
✓
Building a competency framework & competency map
✓
Performance review, 360° feedback & performance analysis
✓
Performance improvement plans & developmental planning
05
Strategic HR & L&D Management
— SP Jain Dubai (Premium)
✓
Managing in VUCA & the strategic role of the people dimension
✓
Strategic L&D, HRM & OD for competitive advantage
✓
Building leadership pipelines & succession planning
✓
Leading change & the digitization of HR

Structure of the SGHL Program

A carefully structured, 6-month journey from a personalized audit through certification and 1-year post-program support.

Detailed Personalized Audit

A one-on-one video session with a career advisor using a behavioral-anchored rating scale, powered by AI analysis of real job descriptions.

  • 1:1 video competency audit
  • Behavioral-anchored rating scale
  • AI-analyzed against real job descriptions
  • Precise, data-driven strength & gap report

Customized Learning Path

A tailored 6-month path of 5 certifications, carefully chosen to fill the gaps identified in your audit.

  • Choose any 2 strategic certifications
  • Plus the premium SP Jain Dubai certification
  • Plus 2 free technology certifications
  • Aligned to your individual goals

20 Weekly Projects

Complete 20 weekly projects across your certifications to build hands-on expertise you can add straight to your resume.

  • Condenses ~2 years of experience into 6 months
  • Real-world, company-context projects
  • Awards for top project submissions
  • Projects added to your resume

Job Support Program (JAM)

3 months of intensive, personalized guidance to help you secure your desired strategic HR role.

  • Resume writing mastery
  • Job search strategy & interview facing techniques
  • Mock interviews with career mentors
  • Resume sent to 1,000+ recruiters & agencies

Globally Recognized Certificates

Earn globally validated certificates based on high-quality project work, recognised for learning credits by SHRM.

  • Individual certificate per program
  • Overall SGHL program certificate
  • Technology proficiency certificate
  • SHRM recertification credits

Alumni Support & Learning

Ongoing access to our Expertise Center, weekly micro-learning, and a 2,000+ strong alumni community.

  • Free membership of the Expertise Center
  • 3+ new micro-learning resources every week
  • Job referrals & subsidised peer support
  • 1 year of post-certification coaching support

Certifications to Choose From

Your customized learning path is built from any 2 strategic certifications, the premium SP Jain Dubai certification, and dedicated job support.

Strategic Certifications (Any 2)
Certified Organizational Development Analyst (I/B)
Certified Compensation and Benefits Manager (I/B)
Certified OD Intervention Professional (I/B)
Certified Performance & Competency Developer (I/B)
Premium Certification (1)
Strategic HR & L&D Management Program from SP Jain Dubai (ILT)
Job Support
Intensive Job Support Program for 3 Months (JAM)

I = ILT (Instructor-Led Training), B = Blended learning format.

Program Details & Pricing

Intake is limited and considered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Prices in INR. International pricing in USD/AED. Group discounts available for corporate enrollments.

Middle Earth's Guarantees for Flexible Learning

Rescheduling Guarantee
Reschedule your sessions with just 1 day prior notice. We adapt to your busy professional schedule.
No-Cost Program Switch
After Week 1, switch to another certification track at no extra cost if it isn't the right fit for you.
Faculty Change Option
Request a different faculty member within the first 2 weeks of starting the program.
Mode Change Flexibility
Switch between ILT and Blended learning modes. A price difference may apply based on format.

What Our Alumni Say

★★★★★
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The SGHL program gave me the strategic vocabulary and frameworks to finally sit at the leadership table. The personalized audit made the whole path feel built for me.

Meenal Kapoor
Head of HR, Genpact, Gurugram
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Combining the OD and Compensation tracks with the SP Jain Dubai certification gave me both depth and strategic breadth. The 20 projects made every concept stick.

Arvind Nair
VP - HR, Cognizant, Chennai
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The Job Accelerator Masterclass and JAM support helped me move from a specialist role into a strategic HR leadership position within months of certifying.

Sunita Rao
Director - People & Culture, Deloitte, Hyderabad

Globally Validated Certificates

Earn globally recognised certificates based on high-quality project work and rigorous assessments — an individual certificate for each program, an overall SGHL certificate, and a technology proficiency certificate.

Recognised for learning credits by SHRM
SGHL Sample Certificate

Our Alumni Work At

Over 30,000 alumni across 50 nationalities at 5,000+ organizations worldwide

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SGHL program about?

SGHL, the Strategic Global HR Leader program, is a 6-month journey that starts with a personalized skill audit and builds a customized learning path of 5 certifications — 2 strategic certifications of your choice, the premium Strategic HR & L&D Management certification from SP Jain Dubai, and 2 free technology certifications.

How does the personalized skill audit work?

You go through a one-on-one video session with a career advisor using a structured, behavioral-anchored rating scale. The system is powered by AI that analyzes hundreds of real-world job descriptions, ensuring your learning path is built around the most in-demand competencies.

Which certifications can I choose from?

You choose any 2 of: Certified Organizational Development Analyst, Certified Compensation and Benefits Manager, Certified OD Intervention Professional, or Certified Performance & Competency Developer. This is combined with the premium Strategic HR & L&D Management program from SP Jain Dubai.

Is this program suitable for beginners?

SGHL is designed for HR managers and high-end specialists with more than 10 years of experience who are looking to enhance their strategic and managerial skills and move into strategic HR leadership positions.

What job support is provided?

You get 3 months of intensive job support through our JAM program — resume writing mastery, job search strategy, a certification on the latest HR/L&D trends, interview facing techniques with mock interviews, and continuous resume distribution to over 1,000 placement agencies and recruiters.

How are sessions delivered?

Depending on the certification and mode you choose, sessions are delivered via live virtual Zoom classes (ILT) with master practitioner faculty, or as blended learning with recorded sessions plus live doubt-clarification touchpoints. You can switch modes within the first weeks of the program.

Is the certificate recognised internationally?

Yes. You receive an individual certificate for each program plus an overall SGHL certificate and a technology certificate, all globally validated and recognised for learning credits by SHRM. Our alumni work at 5,000+ organisations worldwide.

What support do I get after certification?

You get 1 year of post-certification coaching support, free membership of our Expertise Center, at least 3 new micro-learning resources every week, and access to a 2,000+ strong alumni community for job referrals and peer assistance.

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