Introduction

Effective strategy is not defined by planning alone, but by the ability to execute consistently across the organisation. Many strategies fail not because of poor intent, but due to weak alignment, unclear communication, inadequate measurement, or an inability to adapt to changing conditions. Strategic planning and execution require a structured approach that connects vision, objectives, people, processes, and performance.

The Certificate in Strategic Planning and Execution training course provides a practical, step-by-step framework for developing strategy and translating it into action. Participants explore how to build clear vision and long-term plans, align objectives across functions, engage stakeholders, and track progress using meaningful performance measures. The course emphasises learning, adaptation, and strategic agility to ensure plans remain relevant and executable in dynamic environments.

Key focus areas include:

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of this Certificate in Strategic Planning and Execution training course, participants will be able to:

Training Methodology

This Certificate in Strategic Planning and Execution training course adopts a practical and application-focused learning approach using real organisational scenarios. Participants engage with structured frameworks, facilitated discussions, case-based analysis, and applied exercises to translate strategy concepts into executable actions. Emphasis is placed on alignment, measurement, adaptability, and leadership accountability.

Certificate in Strategic Planning and Execution

Who Should Attend?

This Certificate in Strategic Planning and Execution training course is ideal for:

  • Senior executives responsible for strategy development and delivery
  • Functional leaders in marketing, operations, finance, HR, and research
  • Planning managers and professionals establishing planning functions
  • Risk, control, and corporate governance specialists
  • Operational managers transitioning into strategic roles
  • Leaders responsible for aligning teams to organisational objectives

Course Outline

Day 1

The Importance of Strategy

  • Thinking ahead: no crystal ball!
  • Strategic Context (VUCA)
  • The need for Analysis and Creativity
  • Building tomorrow’s organisation from today’s
  • Organisational Planning Processes
Day 2

Strategic and Business Planning

  • Tools for analysing the external environment
  • Tools for understanding organisational Strengths & Weaknesses
  • Setting strategic priorities
  • Decision-making challenges
  • Business Plan checklist
Day 3

Strategic Thinking for All

  • Strategy Maps – Alignment of plans
  • Double and Treble Loop Thinking
  • Advantages and Disadvantages of “The Balanced Scorecard”
  • Hard & Soft Elements of Strategy Execution
  • Using a SWOT Analysis to formulate plans
Day 4

Managing Business Processes (DMAIC)

  • Control vs Creativity – the Middle Managers dilemma
  • How stakeholders impact strategic choices
  • Managing and Mitigating Risks
  • Policies, Processes, and Measures
  • Continuous Improvement Methods
Day 5

Strategic Agility

  • Employee Engagement
  • Effective communication methods and approaches
  • Motivating the workforce
  • Kolb’s learning cycle
  • Personal Action Planning

International Standards & Professional Alignment

Our training courses are aligned with internationally recognised professional standards and frameworks across leadership, strategy, finance, governance, risk, compliance, and audit. By integrating globally trusted models, we ensure learners develop practical, relevant, and industry-recognised capabilities.

Our trainings draw on leading international standards and professional frameworks, including ISO, ISACA, COSO, OECD, IIA, FATF, Basel, IFRS/ISSB, GRI, NIST, CPD, ILM and the OECD AI Principles. This alignment ensures consistency with global best practices across financial management, risk oversight, digital governance, sustainability, and strategic decision-making..

Designed in alignment with globally recognised professional bodies, our courses support continuous professional development, strengthen organisational capability, and provide clear pathways toward professional certifications valued worldwide.

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FAQs

The course focuses on linking strategic planning with disciplined execution and performance measurement. 

Yes. Equal emphasis is placed on strategy formulation, alignment, execution, and review. 

Yes. Strategic, tactical, and operational risk identification and mitigation are key components. 

Yes. The course focuses on aligning people, processes, and measures with strategy. 

Absolutely. The frameworks apply across sectors and organisational contexts. 

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