Strategic Thinking & Planning – Build a Vision, Drive Results

Management

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Organizations that succeed are those with a well-defined strategy and the ability to execute it effectively. This Strategic Planning and Implementation Training Course provides professionals and corporate teams with a comprehensive understanding of how to design, develop, and implement strategies that drive sustainable growth.

The course takes participants through the end-to-end strategy lifecycle — from defining vision and mission, conducting internal and external analysis, to implementing and reviewing strategic plans. Delivered in an interactive format with case studies and practical exercises, this program is ideal for professionals who want to master both the theory and practice of strategic planning.

Whether you are a manager, business leader, or part of a corporate strategy team, this training equips you with the frameworks, tools, and confidence to make informed strategic decisions and achieve measurable results.

Learning Outcomes & Benefits

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand the principles of strategic planning and distinguish it from tactical planning.
Apply proven tools such as PESTLE, SWOT, Porter’s Five Forces, Balanced Scorecard, and Gap Analysis.
Build and communicate a compelling vision, mission, and values for organizational alignment.
Improve strategic and creative thinking to foster innovation and competitive advantage.
Develop practical implementation strategies and timelines to ensure success.
Motivate employees to embrace and support new strategies.
Conduct ongoing monitoring and evaluation to adapt strategies to changing business environments.

Benefit for Your Career: Gain in-demand strategy skills to step into leadership roles.
Benefit for Businesses: Ensure your teams execute strategy effectively for sustainable performance.

Who Should Enroll?

This course is designed for:

Business owners, entrepreneurs, and startup founders.
Senior executives, department heads, and managers are involved in strategic decision-making.
Corporate strategy teams and business development professionals.
Consultants and advisors supporting organizational growth.
MBA students or aspiring leaders seeking a strong foundation in corporate strategy.

Why Choose Us?

Expert Trainers: Delivered by seasoned professionals with real-world strategic planning experience.
Practical Approach: Hands-on case studies and exercises for immediate workplace application.
Recognized Certification: Participants receive a certificate that strengthens career credibility.
Corporate Training Specialists: Customizable programs for organizations across industries.

Regional Coverage: Available for corporate training in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and across the UAE, as well as Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, and Kuwait.

Course Outline

This intensive two-day training program covers all aspects of strategy development and execution.

Day One – Foundations of Strategic Planning

Learn the fundamentals of strategy planning, key frameworks, and external analysis techniques.

What Is ‘Strategy Planning’?
Defining ‘Strategy’
Differences Between Strategic Planning and Tactical Planning
Strategic Thinking and Planning: The Helicopter View
Assessing Your Organization’s Strategic Process
The Strategic Planning Process: Three Common Stages
Strategic Analysis
Strategic Planning
Strategic Implementation
The Strategic Planning Pyramid
Creating a Strategic Process
Building Strategic Teams and Timelines
Vision, Mission, and Values Development
Seven Stages of Planning and Implementing Strategy
Tools for External Analysis
PESTLE Analysis
Porter’s Five Competitive Forces
Competitive Advantage / Unique Selling Points (USPs)
The Extended Boston Consulting Growth Share Matrix

Day Two – Strategic Implementation and Review

Focus on internal analysis, creative thinking, implementation challenges, and monitoring tools.

Tools for Internal Analysis
SWOT Analysis
Gap Analysis
The Balanced Scorecard (BSC)
The Role of Social Media in Strategic Planning
Understanding Strategic Thinking
Creative vs Analytical Thinking Principles
Brainstorming Techniques
Improving Creative Thinking
Motivating Employees to Support a New Strategy
Communicating and Executing the Strategic Plan
Why Organizations Fail to Implement Strategy Effectively
Tips for Successful Execution
Monitoring Strategic Implementation
Problem Analysis Tools for Evaluation
Conducting Strategic Plan Reviews
Additional Analytical Tools for Varied Business Scenarios

Corporates & Regional Coverage

This training is particularly valuable for corporate leadership teams and organizations looking to align their employees with long-term strategic goals. We regularly deliver in-house and customized strategy workshops for companies in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and across the UAE, as well as the wider GCC (Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, and Kuwait).