STRATEGIC PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT & IMPLEMENTATION

TRAINING OVERVIEW

A well-defined Vision and Objectives are crucial for achieving success. Enrolling in this DixonTech training course provides participants with insights into crafting SMART goals, a foundational step in formulating strategic and operational plans. Simply acquiring knowledge of strategic tools is insufficient; delegates discover the value of integrating and applying these tools to enhance decision-making, gaining a competitive edge and ensuring business success. The course delves into understanding how both human and situational factors influence decision-making and equips participants with the skills to impact outcomes positively. By blending the science of measurement with an understanding of employee psychology, attendees learn to monitor performance and foster a culture of organizational learning. Navigating the complexities of strategy, the course employs a multifaceted approach, empowering participants to contribute confidently to strategic plan development and successful implementation.

TRAINING TOPICS

• Understanding the strategic environment
• Understanding strategic models and paradigms
• Effective strategic implementation
• Strategic leadership
• Driving strategic performance & success

By the end of this training course, delegates will be able to

• Learn how to contribute to strategy development: visualising potential futures, assessing risk and making choices
• Gain competence in using tools to assess internal and external forces shaping the future options for your business
• Construct non-linear roadmaps with learning milestones supporting vision and goals
• Learn how leaders’ behaviours impact strategy implementation
• Gain self-awareness in decision-making abilities and leadership styles

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO

• Directors and senior managers
• Team Leaders
• Corporate strategy, HR, and other functional managers
• Heads of Division
• Heads of Department

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

Our training methodology employs a dynamic blend of interactive sessions, case studies, group discussions, and practical exercises. Participants engage in hands-on learning experiences to ensure a deep understanding and retention of the material presented. The course emphasizes real-world applications, encouraging active participation and collaboration. By incorporating various learning techniques, we aim to enhance comprehension and skill acquisition, providing a comprehensive and effective training experience. Our methodology focuses on practical insights, fostering a conducive environment for skill development and knowledge retention.

DAY ONE:

UNDERSTANDING THE STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENT

• Understanding the impact of leadership competencies on company strategy
• Recognizing and interpreting forces in the strategic environment
• Understanding the importance of planned and creative approaches to strategy development
• Recognizing organizational change readiness and strategic inflection points
• Recognizing the impact of perceptions on strategic choices

DAY TWO:

UNDERSTANDING STRATEGIC MODELS AND PARADIGMS

• The strategic journey – common models and frameworks to enable strategic choices
• Developing a strategic roadmap
• Understanding and leveraging strategic competences and skills
• Case Study: managing well in an unpredictable environment
• Recognizing and developing the characteristics of strategic agility

DAY THREE:

EFFECTIVE STRATEGIC IMPLEMENTATION

• Recognising the key challenges of strategy implementation
• Understanding the impact of structures on organizational effectiveness
• Using the 7S model to analyse organizational competence
• Turning measurement into information to track performance and inform future strategy
• Building learning organisations to support agility

DAY FOUR:

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP

• Effective styles and practices of strategic leaders
• Recognizing, analysing and developing the strategic leadership styles used by you and others
• Great leaders inspire and motivate – do carrots and sticks work?
• Develop your leadership toolkit by understanding motivation theories
• Case Study: Practice your negotiation skills in complex circumstances

DAY FIVE:

DRIVING STRATEGIC PERFORMANCE & SUCCESS

• More leadership styles: servant leadership and dispersed leadership
• Understanding the human impact of change
• Understanding employee engagement
• Using communication media effectively
• Achieving success through a dynamic equilibrium between compliance and innovation