Strategic Thinking and Planning
The course aims to enhance strategic thinking and planning skills, empowering participants to make well-informed decisions and formulate effective strategies.
Certificate :
After Completion
Start Date :
10-Jan-2025
Duration :
30 Days
Course fee :
$150
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
- The course aims to enhance strategic thinking and planning skills, empowering participants to make well-informed decisions and formulate effective strategies.
- Emphasis is placed on integrating analytical methods with innovative problem-solving techniques to tackle intricate challenges.
- Participants will learn to guide organizations in reaching sustainable long-term objectives within ever-changing contexts.
CERTIFICATION:
Certified in Strategic Thinking and Planning.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the conclusion of the course, participants will possess the skills to:
Utilize analytical frameworks such as SWOT, PESTLE, and Porter’s Five Forces to assess the business landscape.
Align the organization’s vision with strategic goals while setting achievable and quantifiable objectives.
Implement structured decision-making processes, prepare for uncertainties, and continuously track progress through key performance indicators (KPIs).
Course Curriculum
- Definition and Importance of Strategic Thinking
- Characteristics of Effective Strategic Thinkers
- Overcoming Cognitive Biases
- SWOT and TOWS Analysis
- PESTLE Framework for External Factors
- Porter’s Five Forces for Competitive Analysis
- Crafting Organizational Vision and Mission Statements
- Defining Core Values and Cultural Alignment
- Goal Setting: SMART Goals and OKRs
- Lateral Thinking and Brainstorming Techniques
- Root Cause Analysis (e.g., Five Whys, Fishbone Diagram)
- Balancing Innovation and Feasibility
- Creating and Evaluating Scenarios
- Identifying and Mitigating Strategic Risks
- Contingency Planning
- Phases of Strategic Planning: Formulation, Implementation, Monitoring
- Developing Strategic Roadmaps and Milestones
- Resource Allocation and Prioritization
- The Role of Leadership in Strategy Execution
- Building Alignment and Buy-In from Stakeholders
- Communicating Strategic Plans Effectively
- Setting and Tracking KPIs
- Evaluating Outcomes and Making Adjustments
- Continuous Improvement and Agility
Training Features
Interactive Workshops
Hands-on exercises for using strategic tools.
Strategic Simulation Exercises
role-playing scenarios to practice decision-making.
Capstone Project
Present your plan for peer and mentor feedback.
Expert Mentorship
Opportunities for one-on-one consultations.
Certification and Networking
Earn the “Certified in Strategic Thinking and Planning” credential.
Real-Time Strategy Simulations
Engage in live, scenario-based simulations to practice strategic responses.
