Introduction:

Strategic planning defines the structured direction of institutions through coordinated analysis and targeted goal setting. Decision making and management functions act as foundational components that ensure the execution and sustainability of strategic intent. This training program provides integrated models for strategic planning, leadership alignment, and evaluative structures that support institutional resilience. It also introduces methods that reinforce consistent decision-making across various organizational functions.

Program Objectives:

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

Develop effective strategic plans that align with organizational goals.
Make informed and strategic decisions in complex environments.
Enhance management skills for leading and executing strategies.
Evaluate the impact of strategic initiatives on business performance.
Foster a culture of strategic thinking and effective decision-making.

Targeted Audience:

Senior Managers.
Executives.
Strategic Planners.
Team Leaders.
Business Development Managers.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

Essentials of Strategic Planning

Key principles and frameworks of strategic planning.
Aligning strategic goals with organizational vision and mission.
Tools for environmental analysis (SWOT, PESTLE).
Key steps for setting achievable and measurable strategic objectives.
How to structure planning timelines and review mechanisms.

Unit 2:

Advanced Decision-Making Techniques

Decision making models and frameworks.
Techniques for analyzing and prioritizing strategic options.
How to balance short term and long term decision making.
Decision making principles under uncertainty and risk.
Structured methods for collaborative decision governance.

Unit 3:

Enhancing Management Skills for Strategy Execution

Core management skills for leading strategic initiatives.
Delegation, communication, and team alignment techniques.
Managing resources effectively for strategy implementation.
Leadership styles and their impact on strategy execution.
Tools used for monitoring progress and aligning execution with strategic objectives.

Unit 4:

Strategic Thinking and Innovation:

Importance of promoting a strategic mindset within teams.
Encouraging creativity and innovation in strategic planning.
Techniques for managing and leading change.
Fostering continuous improvement and adaptability.
Innovation structures supporting long-term strategy.

Unit 5:

Evaluating Strategic Outcomes:

Key performance indicators (KPIs) for assessing strategic success.
Tools for monitoring and measuring strategic performance.
Techniques for feedback and continuous improvement.
Importance of aligning outcomes with long term business goals.
Reporting structures for executive review and accountability.

Strategic Planning With Decision Making and Management Skills