Course summary:

The Strategic Planning Department course provides an overview of the strategic planning process and the role of the strategic planning department in an organization. It covers the steps involved in developing a strategic plan, including identifying goals, conducting a SWOT analysis, developing strategies and action plans, and implementing the plan. The course also emphasizes the importance of communication in the planning process, including developing a communication plan and ongoing communication with stakeholders. Additionally, the course covers evaluation and continuous improvement of the plan, leadership skills and competencies, and analysis of case studies and best practices. Overall, the course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to lead their organization through a successful strategic planning initiative.

Learning outcomes of the course:

After completing the Strategic Planning Department course, learners would be expected to:

1. Understand the purpose and benefits of strategic planning, as well as key concepts and terminology related to the process.
2. Be able to identify organizational goals and objectives, and conduct a SWOT analysis to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
3. Be able to develop strategies and action plans to achieve goals and objectives, and develop a timeline and resource plan for implementing the strategic plan.
4. Understand the importance of communication in the strategic planning process, and be able to develop a communication plan and effectively communicate the plan to stakeholders.
5. Be able to develop a system for evaluating the success of the strategic plan, identify areas for improvement, and make necessary adjustments to the plan.
6. Understand the role of leadership in the strategic planning process, and be able to develop leadership skills and competencies, as well as create a culture of strategic thinking and planning within the organization.
7. Analyze case studies of organizations that have successfully implemented strategic plans, and discuss best practices and lessons learned from these initiatives.

Who should attend this course?

• Strategic Planning Managers, Directors
• Strategic Planning Officers
• Executives
• Department Heads
• Senior-level Managers
• Consultants
• Advisors

Course Duration:

This course can be completed in 4-6 Days,+/-  depending on your needs.

Course outlines:

1. Introduction to Strategic Planning:
2. Overview of the purpose and benefits of strategic planning.
3. Key concepts and terminology related to strategic planning.
4. Overview of the role of the strategic planning department in the organization.
5. Developing a Strategic Plan:
6. Overview of the steps involved in developing a strategic plan.
7. Identifying organizational goals and objectives.
8. Conducting a SWOT analysis to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
9. Developing strategies and action plans to achieve goals and objectives.
10. Strategic Implementation:
11. Overview of the steps involved in implementing a strategic plan.
12. Developing a timeline and resource plan.
13. Establishing a system for monitoring progress and evaluating results.
14. Adjusting the plan as necessary based on feedback and evaluation.
15. Strategic Communication:
16. Overview of the importance of communication in the strategic planning process.
17. Developing a communication plan for the organization.
18. Communicating the plan to stakeholders, including employees, customers, and investors.
19. Maintaining ongoing communication throughout the implementation process.
20. Evaluation and Continuous Improvement:
21. Overview of the importance of evaluation in the strategic planning process.
22. Developing a system for evaluating the success of the plan.
23. Identifying areas for improvement and making necessary adjustments.
24. Continuing to refine and improve the strategic plan over time.
25. Strategic Leadership:
26. Overview of the role of leadership in the strategic planning process.
27. Developing leadership skills and competencies.
28. Creating a culture of strategic thinking and planning within the organization.
29. Leading the organization through the implementation of the strategic plan.
30. Case Studies and Best Practices:
31. Analysis of case studies of organizations that have successfully implemented strategic plans.
32. Discussion of best practices and lessons learned from successful strategic planning initiatives.