Strategic Thinking and Planning

This course will provide you with a process for developing a clear understanding of your business's culture, operations, and market position, while facilitating the development of a strategic blueprint for gaining the competitive advantage necessary for your business's success, now and in the future.

Course Objective

You will develop an approach to the formulation of strategic programs and initiatives critical for effectively leading and managing an organization.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Prepare for the strategic planning process.

• Develop a mission statement, define a vision for your organization, and conduct an assessment of internal and external factors that influence your business.

• Apply the information you have gathered and work to apply the values of your company's mission with its vision to create a successful strategy for your business operations.

• Put the plan into action and work toward the vision. You will implement and monitor the plan to gauge its effectiveness.

Target Audience

Executives, managers, consultants, and other business professionals who are responsible for strategic planning in an organization.

Training Methodologies

Instructor led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities.

Trainer

Training will be conducted by our experienced local trainer who has more than 10 years of experience with relevant certification.

Course Content

 Lesson 1: Preparing for the Strategic Planning Process

• Set the Parameters for the Strategic Planning Process

• Establish a Committee

• Gather Operational Data

Lesson 2: Initiating the Strategic Planning Process

• Develop a Mission Statement

• Develop a Vision Statement

• Assess Internal/External Environments

• Perform SWOT Analysis

Lesson 3: Developing the Strategic Plan

• Prioritize What the Strategic Plan Will Address

• Set Goals and Objectives

• Develop Strategy for Achieving Goals

• Draft the Strategic Plan

Lesson 4: Executing the Plan

• Assign Responsibility and Authority

• Establish a Monitoring System