Approved Courses

SDP Approved Courses for Associate Certification

As part of our mission to promote high-quality decision-making and recognize foundational skills in structured decision processes, the Society of Decision Professionals (SDP) offers an Automatic Associate Certification to individuals who complete approved courses that meet our standards of excellence.

These courses have been reviewed and endorsed by the SDP Certification Council because they fulfill the training requirement for Associate-level certification.

Those who take an Approved Course will automatically receive their Associate level Certification at the completion of the course and an introductory one year SDP membership with all its benefits.

Currently Approved Course(s)

Decision Quality: Make the Right Choice Every Time

Institution: Texas Executive Education, University of Texas at Austin

Instructor: Dr. Eric Bickel

This partnership between SDP and Texas Executive Education represents a shared commitment to preparing leaders who are equipped to make high-quality decisions in an increasingly complex world. We are proud to recognize this program as the first in a growing portfolio of approved learning opportunities. Read full announcement here.

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About SDP Certification

SDP certifications verify competence in decision-making practices that improve leadership, strategy, and outcomes across sectors. Let’s grow the profession together—one quality decision at a time.

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Submit a Course for Approval

Are you an institution, instructor, or consultant offering training in structured decision-making, decision quality, or related disciplines? We invite you to apply for course approval to be listed here.

To apply for course approval, please email the SDP Certification Council at
 info@decisionprofessionals.com with the following information:

  • Course title and description
  • Learning objectives
  • Instructor(s) bio and credentials
  • Syllabus or outline
  • Assessment and completion criteria

Courses that meet our evaluation criteria and align with the core competencies of Associate Certification will be formally recognized and added to this listing.