This comprehensive course provides executives and managers with advanced frameworks for strategic thinking and value creation in today's dynamic business environment. Participants will learn how to analyze market opportunities, assess competitive landscapes, and develop robust strategies that drive sustainable growth. The course emphasizes evidence-based decision-making and strategic alignment across organizational functions. Through case studies and practical exercises, attendees will enhance their ability to make strategic choices that create significant stakeholder value while managing risks effectively. This training is essential for leaders seeking to navigate complexity and drive meaningful organizational transformation.
Creating Value: Strategy Development and Decision-Making
Leadership and Business Management
October 25, 2025
Introduction
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Apply advanced strategic analysis frameworks and tools
- Identify and evaluate value creation opportunities
- Develop comprehensive business strategies aligned with organizational goals
- Make evidence-based strategic decisions under uncertainty
- Assess competitive dynamics and market positioning
- Balance short-term objectives with long-term strategic goals
- Communicate strategic vision and rationale effectively
- Manage strategic risks and anticipate market disruptions
- Foster strategic thinking throughout the organization
Target Audience
- Senior executives and C-suite leaders
- Business unit heads and directors
- Strategic planning managers
- Entrepreneurs and business owners
- Product and portfolio managers
- Corporate development professionals
- Management consultants
- Functional leaders transitioning to strategic roles
Methodology
- Case studies of successful and failed strategies
- Strategic simulation exercises
- Group workshops on strategy development
- Individual strategic analysis projects
- Executive decision-making scenarios
- Peer feedback and coaching sessions
- Real-world strategic planning exercises
Personal Impact
- Enhanced strategic thinking and analytical capabilities
- Improved decision-making under uncertainty
- Stronger executive presence and communication skills
- Increased confidence in strategic leadership
- Better ability to anticipate and respond to market changes
- Enhanced problem-solving and critical thinking
Organizational Impact
- More robust and aligned strategic direction
- Improved organizational agility and responsiveness
- Enhanced competitive positioning and market performance
- Better resource allocation and investment decisions
- Stronger leadership capability and succession pipeline
- Increased stakeholder confidence and valuation
Course Outline
Unit 1: Strategic Thinking Foundations
Strategic Mindset- Principles of strategic thinking and value creation
- Systems thinking and holistic business perspective
- Cognitive biases in strategic decision-making
- Developing strategic intuition and foresight
- PESTLE analysis and macro-environment scanning
- Industry structure and competitive forces analysis
- Stakeholder mapping and expectation management
- Emerging trends and disruption anticipation
Unit 2: Strategic Analysis Frameworks
Classical Frameworks- SWOT analysis and strategic implications
- Porter's Five Forces and competitive positioning
- BCG matrix and portfolio management
- Value chain analysis and activity systems
- Blue Ocean Strategy and value innovation
- Resource-based view and core competencies
- Scenario planning and contingency development
- Real options thinking for strategic flexibility
Unit 3: Strategy Formulation
Vision and Direction- Developing compelling strategic vision
- Mission statement refinement and purpose alignment
- Strategic intent and ambition setting
- Values and cultural alignment
- Growth strategies and diversification approaches
- Competitive advantage development and sustainability
- Strategic positioning and differentiation
- Innovation strategy and digital transformation
Unit 4: Decision-Making Excellence
Decision Frameworks- Structured decision-making processes
- Quantitative and qualitative analysis techniques
- Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
- Decision trees and outcome mapping
- Balancing data with intuition and experience
- Managing uncertainty and ambiguity
- Ethical considerations in strategic decisions
- Group decision-making and consensus building
Unit 5: Strategy Communication and Alignment
Strategic Communication- Crafting compelling strategic narratives
- Executive presentation and board communication
- Stakeholder engagement strategies
- Cascading strategy throughout the organization
- Aligning structure with strategy
- Resource allocation and strategic investments
- Performance measurement framework alignment
- Building strategic commitment and buy-in
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