Certified Account Management & Business Development Course

Certified Account Management & Business Development

In today’s dynamic, competitive landscape, success in sales goes beyond transactions β€” it’s about building strategic client partnerships, driving consistent revenue growth, and leveraging cutting-edge digital tools. This transformative masterclass is designed to equip professionals with world-class expertise in key account management and high-performance business development.

Delivered by Step Sure Training & Research Institute (STRI) β€” Africa’s premier institution for professional advancement β€” this intensive course is your launchpad to mastering the art and science of modern business growth, customer retention, and strategic selling.

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By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

βœ… Strategically manage and scale high-value client accounts for maximum lifetime value
βœ… Craft and implement winning business development strategies for B2B and B2C success
βœ… Leverage top-tier CRM platforms (Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho) for actionable client insights
βœ… Master advanced sales psychology, pitch crafting, and objection-handling techniques
βœ… Expand market reach using digital marketing, SEO, LinkedIn prospecting, and social selling
βœ… Align sales activities with key performance indicators (KPIs), ROI models, and scalable growth
βœ… Lead cross-functional teams with vision, collaboration, and customer-centric execution

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Target Audience

🎯 Account Managers, Sales Executives, and Client Retention Officers
🎯 Business Development Managers, Growth Hackers, and Marketing Strategists
🎯 Startup Founders, Entrepreneurs, and Sales-Oriented CEOs
🎯 Professionals from NGOs, public institutions, or impact-driven organizations
🎯 Corporate sales teams seeking structured upskilling and innovation in client management

Course Curriculum – Actionable, Market-Ready Skills

Module 1: Strategic Account Management

  • Lifecycle account planning, segmentation, and value maximization
  • Stakeholder mapping and account governance frameworks

Module 2: Business Development Foundations

  • Sales funnel management, lead scoring, and qualification techniques
  • Cold outreach strategies, conversion optimization, and follow-up workflows

Module 3: CRM & Sales Intelligence Tools

  • Hands-on CRM labs: Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho
  • Building dashboards, tracking pipelines, automating engagement

Module 4: Advanced Sales & Negotiation Mastery

  • Persuasion principles, closing strategies, and high-stakes negotiation
  • Cross-selling, upselling, and landing high-ticket deals

Module 5: Digital Selling & Market Expansion

  • Search engine optimization (SEO), content marketing, and automation tools
  • LinkedIn prospecting, email drip campaigns, and social engagement

Module 6: KPIs, Financial Models & Growth Planning

  • Revenue forecasting, ROI tracking, and financial performance tools
  • Integrating OKRs, KPIs, and strategic expansion metrics

Module 7: Innovation & Sales Leadership

  • AI-powered sales tools, strategic alliances, and growth frameworks
  • Building high-performance sales cultures with collaboration and innovation

Industries That Benefit the Most

Ideal for professionals in:

🏦 Banking & Financial Services
πŸ’» ICT & Telecommunications
πŸ₯ Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
🏒 Real Estate & Property Development
πŸŽ“ Education, Development, and NGO Sectors
🏭 Manufacturing, B2B, and Industrial Services
πŸ›οΈ Retail, eCommerce, and Hospitality

General Information

βœ”οΈ Delivery Options: Live In-Person or Virtual (Standard: 5 Days | Custom Schedules Available)
βœ”οΈ Course Materials: Printed Manuals + Optional Tablets/Laptops for Rent
βœ”οΈ Bonus Resources: Sales Playbooks, Tablets & Laptops, Other Digital Growth Tools.
βœ”οΈ Support: 6-Month Post-Training Mentorship Program
βœ”οΈ Certification: Globally Recognized Certificate of Completion
βœ”οΈ Extras (In-Person): Meals, Refreshments, Accommodation Support (Optional)
βœ”οΈ Locations: Nairobi | Kampala | Kigali | Dar es Salaam | Online (Global Access)

Step Sure Training Institute (STRI)

Africa’s most trusted provider of industry-certified, results-driven professional development programs. Our elite facilitators combine global experience with local insight, delivering courses that are hands-on, actionable, and transformative.

Registration Details

πŸ“Œ Group Discounts Available
πŸ“† Monthly Intakes β€” Flexible Scheduling
🏒 Corporate Customization – In-House Training Options

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