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Global Cluster Leadership Program

Designed for cluster managers, cluster boards, national cluster programs, policy makers, and ecosystem developers, the Global Cluster Leadership Program helps you build capacity for cluster management.

why join

Program Outcomes

Our comprehensive curriculum is designed to elevate your leadership capabilities, equip you with essential innovation tools, and guide you through developing a strategic project tailored to your cluster’s needs. Here’s what you can expect.

Grow your cluster leadership skills

Cluster strategy, cluster business models, personal leadership and how to build a Supercluster – you will learn the personal leadership skills for cluster success.

Learn 15 innovation cluster strategy & management tools

Open Innovation Map, Cluster Capital Strategy, Three Types of Clusters and Supercluster Pre-assessment; these are just four of the 15 tools you will learn during the program.

Work on your own cluster strategy project

The entire program is built around your cluster strategy project. Use this program to develop a robust, future-fit cluster strategy – or simply upgrade the strategy you already have.

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ee what you will experience in the Global Cluster Leadership Program.

WHAT YOU GET

Building Capacity for Cluster Management

Our action-based learning and development program for cluster leadership offers an immersive experience to learn the latest best practices and strategic processes of successful innovation clusters.

Gain insights directly from the leaders behind renowned clusters such as Cap Digital in France, Digital Ocean Supercluster in Canada, AVAESEN Clean Energy Cluster in Spain, Health Tech Cluster in Norway, Health Valley in the Netherlands, and more.

Discover how the global cluster landscape is evolving and develop a digital transformation project tailored to your cluster’s needs. This program will equip you with new strategies for successfully advancing your innovation cluster while providing opportunities to connect and network with fellow cluster leaders.

“I’ve never had access to such a wide variety of materials on Clusters and Strategy before. I’m humbled and shocked at the same time at this opportunity to take a deep dive into this wonderful platform. It’s amazing! Thank you so much.”

Claire Barnouin

Executive Director, Monterrey Aerocluster, Mexico

guest speakers

Meet Global Cluster Leaders

In the program you will meet and learn from a number of global cluster leaders:

Bianca Dragomir, CEO, AVAESEN (Spain)
Kendra McDonald, CEO, Ocean Supercluster (Canada)
Björgolfur Hávardsson, Innovation Manager, NCE Seafood Innovation Cluster (Norway)
Martin Hennum, Norwegian Innovation Cluster Program (Norway)
Patrick Cocquet, General Manager, Cap Digital (France)
Victor Haze, Innovation Manager, Health Valley (the Netherlands)
Merete Danielsen, CEO, Cluster Excellence Denmark and President, TCI (Denmark)
Jeremy McCrohan, Investor Relations Manager, Norway Health Tech (Norway)
and more….

“We are led through the theory, the practice, real world examples, some history and more in a very concise way. Congratulations.. I can’t wait to get started on putting all this new knowledge to work!”

Rick Rasmussen

Industry Fellow at UC Berkeley, Silicon Valley

Who is it for

A good fit for you?

Strategy Tools is used by National Innovation Cluster Program, Cluster Development Programs, and Innovation Supercluster to create a strategy road map and real impact.

You will find our Global Cluster Leadership Program extremely helpful if you have:

  • a strong interest in cluster management
  • interest in shaping better clusters
  • good knowledge of the local ecosystem

The program is developed for:

  • Cluster Managers
  • Cluster Leaders & Staff
  • Cluster Board Members
  • Economic Policymakers
  • National Transformation Leaders
  • Ecosystem Developers
  • Consultant
  • Anyone with an interest in building better innovation clusters

“Working with Christian Rangen and Strategy Tools has led to a more structured process both internally and when working with our cluster clients. He shakes things up, goes the extra mile and has genuinely brought great value to Innovation Norway.”

Vivian Lunde

Senior Advisor, Innovation Norway

Curriculum

Program Outline

Our online program is structured to provide a comprehensive learning experience through a series of detailed modules. Each module is designed to build on the previous one, covering essential topics and advanced strategies. You’ll engage with interactive content, practical exercises, and real-world case studies, ensuring you gain the skills and knowledge needed to excel. Explore our program outline to see how each module contributes to your overall learning journey.

Welcome

Introduction and program outline

Module 1: A New Cluster Landscape

Key Topics: Global Trends: The Rise of Innovation Superclusters; The Three Types of Clusters; From the Triple Helix to Pentagon; Understanding what makes a Supercluster; Designing your Supercluster strategy

Module 2: Cluster Strategy

Key Topics: Strategy for Innovation Clusters; Value Impact; The Business Models Behind Clusters; Clusters and Entrepreneurship; Strategy in Action; Case Studies

Module 3: Cluster Leadership

Key Topics: The Role of a Cluster Leader; From 5 to 8 Levels of Cluster Management; Cluster Structure; Understanding Your Cluster Members; Open Innovation in Clusters

Module 4: Cluster in Action

Key Topics: From Ideas to Action; Seeing the Impact of Your Cluster Project; Leading Change as a Cluster Champion; Reflections on Your Cluster Leadership Role Ahead

Final Project

Your Own Cluster Strategy

CHRISTIAN RANGEN
Program Director

  • Global innovation cluster expert
  • Business School Faculty
  • Author, Building Innovation Superclusters
  • Advisor to 40+ cluster initiatives
  • Advisor to governments and ecosystems
  • Developer of 30+ Supercluster strategy tools

“The Global Cluster Leadership Program was an exciting combination of cluster case studies, cluster strategy and leadership exercises and interviews. Very inspirational and practical course for any cluster manager.”

Jari Aaltonen

Cluster Manager, Bloom Cleantech Cluster, Barbados

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Program Fee
€ 499,-

Discount possibilities for teams. Reach out at [email protected]