Here’s why your COO should attend Operations Nation’s COO Course
Accelerate their impact in the role
Most COOs learn under pressure. Our practical frameworks shorten the learning curve and can be applied immediately.
Outcome: faster, better decisions with less trial and error
Strengthen their leadership
COOs must lead assertively and align teams across functions. We focus on operating models, people strategy, and scalable ways of working.
Outcome: clearer accountability and stronger execution
Learn from experienced COOs
Direct access to fellow operations leaders who have led through growth and change, sharing what works and what to avoid.
Outcome: fewer costly mistakes as the business scales
Build a trusted peer network
COOs are often isolated. We provide them with a curated peer group and a high-trust space to test decisions and gain perspective.
Outcome: more confident decisions, made earlier, with better outcomes
How do I ensure the quality of this Course?
The proof is in the pudding: we've received an average rating of 9.1/10 from the seven cohorts we’ve led over the past 2+ years (146 participants in total).
Here are some more detailed reviews straight from our participants:
How much does the Course cost?
This one-of-a-kind course costs £1,699* + VAT.
*Pricing may differ slightly depending on your location. We’re a global community and we strive to be accessible for all our members, so we use the PPP framework. You can read more about this here.
For context: the few COO-focused programs that do exist - like those at top business schools such as MIT or INSEAD - are typically priced around $20,000–$25,000 and cater to corporate executives rather than startup operators. Our course is built specifically for startup and scaleup COOs, and at a fraction of the cost.
What is included in the course?
This is a 14-week online course covering Operation Nation’s Core Competencies for a Strong COO.
The next cohort kicks off in February 2026. Applications are open until February 7!
Live sessions with experts
They’ll learn from experienced COOs from the ON Community and beyond.
Weekly check-ins
Their very own group of accountability buddies to help them stay on track.
Pre-recorded videos
Focusing on the principles & guidelines of the related competency.
They will also get…
1:1 office hours
They can chat with the Course Facilitators at any time during the course.
A digital workbook
Go through the exercises for deeper learning - in their own time.
Their own private group
A place to keep in touch with their cohort.
What skills will my COO learn?
Strong Head
Strategic and Operational Planning
Ability to translate your organisation’s strategy into a realistic operational play.
Organisational Design
Ability to help shape your org chart/accountabilities as the organisation grows and scales
Strategic Finance
Ability to understand and support the strategic management of financial resources and growth
Strong Core
Organisational Performance and Analytics
Ability to aggregate, report upon, and influence the cross-functional metrics that matter most
Risk Management
Ability to anticipate risks to ensure your organisation’s strategy is achieved
Strong Voice
Internal Communication
Ability to communicate - from all-hands meetings to cross-functional projects
External Communication
Ability to communicate with/to VIP customers, Board Members and Investors
Strong Heart
Self-Awareness
How to identify, understand and communicate your personal and professional strengths and weaknesses
Stress Management
How to juggle multiple tasks and projects in a high-pressure environment
Self-Care
How to set boundaries, say no to others, and carve out time to care for/invest in yourself
FAQs
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If you have any questions about the COO Course, please get in touch and let’s chat!