Strategic Planning & Goal Setting

About the Course

This 5-day interactive Strategic Planning & Goal Setting training course is a transformative learning experience crafted to empower professionals with the essential skills needed to navigate the complexities of today's dynamic business landscape. In a business environment characterised by constant change and heightened competition, the ability to navigate complexity and plan strategically is paramount. It serves as a compass, guiding delegates through the intricacies of strategic planning, from environmental analysis and goal setting to implementation and continuous improvement.  

Delegates will gain a profound understanding of how to craft compelling vision and mission statements, align goals with strategic objectives, and implement actionable plans. The significance of change management and the ability to monitor, evaluate, and adapt strategies are emphasized throughout the programme. They will acquire practical tools and techniques and cultivate a strategic mindset essential for leadership roles. Whether they are a manager, executive, entrepreneur, or professional in transition, it offers a unique opportunity to enhance their strategic acumen, equipping them with the insights and skills necessary to drive organisational success.

This journey of learning, collaboration, and skill development, and emerge as a strategic leader ready to tackle the challenges of today's ever-evolving business landscape. Delegates will enhance their capabilities and contribute to creating a more resilient and forward-thinking organisational culture.

Core Objectives

The delegates will achieve the following objectives:

• Explore the design principles behind creating forward-thinking and visionary strategic plans
• Explore the application of models for assessing organisational dynamics and performance
• Develop insights into potential challenges in strategic planning
• Enable proactive formulation of strategies to circumvent issues
• Understand organisational life cycles and their implications for strategic planning

Training Approach

This training course will utilise various proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented, including speaker input, facilitated discussion, problem-solving exercises, videos, and case study analysis, all emphasizing delegate involvement.

The Attendees

This training course is designed for professionals, executives, and managers who aim to expand their strategic decision skills.

Likewise, it will be valuable to the professionals but not limited to the following:

• Team Leaders
• Managers and Executives
• Operational Managers
• Specialist Managers
• Professionals in Transition

Daily Discussion

DAY ONE: UNDERSTANDING STRATEGY AND STRATEGIC THINKING

• Definition and Importance of Strategic Planning
• Historical Perspectives and Evolution
• Distinguishing between Strategic Thinking and Planning
• Integrating Both for Effective Organisational Strategy
• Scope of Strategic Business Plan
• Need for Innovation in Strategic Plan due to Digital Transformation

DAY TWO: STRATEGIC CHOICES FOR STRATEGY FORMULATION

• Importance of a Clear and Inspiring Vision
• Aligning the Vision with Organisational Values
• Articulating the Organisation's Purpose
• Linking the Mission to Strategic Goals
• Strategic Analysis of Business Environment: Macro, Industry, and Internal

DAY THREE: GOAL SETTING AND ALIGNMENT

• Understanding the Significance of Goals in Strategic Planning
• Ensuring Coherence between Goals and the Overall Strategic Direction
• Developing a Strategic Map/Balanced Scorecard for Measuring Business Performance
• Building a Strategic Planning Team
• Ensuring Total Strategic Alignment

DAY FOUR: BEST PRACTICES FOR STRATEGIC PLANNING

• Developing Actionable Plans to Achieve Goals
• Utilising Innovative Thinking within the Organisation
• Understanding Resistance to Change
• Implementing Change Successfully within the Organisation
• Decision Support Tools, including Cost-benefit Analysis
• Competencies Required in Dynamic Environments

DAY FIVE: MONITORING, EVALUATION, AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

• Establishing a Monitoring Framework for Strategic Goals
• Regular Assessment and Adaptation
• Measuring the Success of Strategic Initiatives
• Learning from Failures and Successes
• Instilling a Mindset of Learning and Adaptation
• Encouraging Innovation and Agility