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Strategic Thinking, Planning & Leadership

In today’s fast‑moving and complex business environment, organisations need managers and professionals who can think strategically, plan effectively, and lead confidently through change. The Strategic Thinking, Planning & Leadership programme [...]

  • Course ID: ML001
  • Delivered by London Elite Training
  • Course Introduction

In today’s fast‑moving and complex business environment, organisations need managers and professionals who can think strategically, plan effectively, and lead confidently through change. The Strategic Thinking, Planning & Leadership programme by London Elite Training is designed to equip managers, team leaders, and high‑potential professionals with the mindset, tools, and leadership capabilities required to contribute meaningfully to strategy formulation and successful implementation.

This highly practical programme builds strategic awareness and demonstrates how strategy translates into operational action. Participants will learn how to use proven planning tools, align people and objectives, adapt leadership styles, and communicate and delegate effectively to drive engagement and results. Emphasis is placed on self‑awareness, leadership impact, and real‑world application.

  • Course Objectives

This action‑oriented programme will enable participants to develop practical, workplace‑ready skills. By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Recognise the value and importance of strategic thinking at all management levels
  • Understand the relationship between strategy, planning, and execution
  • Translate organisational strategy into clear operational plans
  • Review and appraise their role in strategic and operational implementation
  • Formulate team and departmental objectives aligned with organisational goals
  • Apply planning tools and techniques appropriately
  • Understand how leadership styles influence strategy execution
  • Improve communication, delegation, and performance management
  • Build influence, manage relationships, and navigate organisational power
  • Develop a personal leadership and career development action plan
  • Who Should Attend

This programme is ideal for:

  • Middle managers and team leaders
  • Senior supervisors and departmental heads
  • High‑potential professionals preparing for leadership roles
  • Project and programme managers
  • Professionals involved in strategy execution and change initiatives
  • Managers seeking to strengthen strategic, planning, and leadership capability

Tuition Fee

£8,900

Duration

  • 10 Days

Credits

  • Global Locations
  • London
  • Dubai
  • Barcelona
  • Paris
  • Online
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  • Course Outline
DAY 01
Foundations of Strategic Thinking
  • What is strategy and why it matters
  • Is strategic thinking relevant to all managers?
  • Strategy as an art vs. a science
  • Strategic thinking vs. operational thinking
  • Developing a strategic mindset
DAY 02
Strategy, Innovation, and Organisational Direction
  • Strategy and innovation: what is the connection?
  • Internal and external drivers of strategy
  • The role of vision in strategic direction
  • Competitive advantage and value creation
  • The contribution of operational and middle managers
DAY 03
Stakeholders and Strategy Development
  • Identifying key stakeholders
  • Roles of managers and stakeholders in strategy formulation
  • Managing stakeholder expectations
  • Strategic communication and alignment
  • Ethical and responsible strategy
DAY 04
Turning Strategy into Actionable Plans
  • From strategy to execution: bridging the gap
  • Vision, mission, and objective setting
  • SMART and strategic objectives
  • Aligning people, resources, and priorities
  • Translating corporate strategy into team plans
DAY 05
Planning Tools, Techniques, and Risk Management
  • Strategic and operational planning tools
  • SWOT, PESTLE, and scenario planning
  • Planning for uncertainty and disruption
  • Risk identification and mitigation
  • Roles, responsibilities, and accountability frameworks
DAY 06
Leadership and Change in Strategy Implementation
  • Why strategies often fail at execution
  • Strategy implementation as a change process
  • How people respond to change
  • Overcoming resistance to change
  • The leader’s role in enabling successful implementation
DAY 07
Leadership Styles, Influence, and Engagement
  • Understanding your leadership style(s)
  • Impact of leadership style on teams and peers
  • The role of questioning and active listening
  • Motivating individuals and teams
  • Driving engagement during strategic change
DAY 08
Delegation, Performance, and Accountability
  • Effective delegation as a strategic tool
  • Empowerment vs. control
  • Managing and measuring performance
  • Feedback and performance conversations
  • Aligning individual performance with strategic goals
DAY 09
Power, Politics, and Organisational Dynamics
  • Understanding power and influence in organisations
  • How power is displayed and exercised
  • Organisational rituals, routines, and culture
  • Building and managing networks and relationships
  • Challenge, support, and resilience
  • Managing stress and leadership pressure
DAY 10
Strategic Leadership, Career Progression & Personal Action Planning
  • Why a strategic outlook accelerates career progression
  • Strategy in 21st‑century organisations
  • Traditional and contemporary strategy models
  • Kotter’s Eight‑Stage Change Model
  • Key management skills for future leaders
  • Developing a Personal Leadership Development Plan
  • Programme review and workplace Action Plan

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