Course Information

Introduction

Business Innovation – Innovation Strategy equips participants with the knowledge and practical tools required to develop innovation strategies that support long-term organisational growth and competitive advantage. Innovation strategy provides a structured approach for identifying opportunities, allocating resources, managing innovation portfolios, and aligning innovation activities with business objectives. Organisations that embed innovation into their strategic planning are better positioned to respond to changing markets, emerging technologies, and evolving customer expectations.

This five-day course introduces proven innovation strategy frameworks, strategic planning techniques, portfolio management methods, and governance practices. Through practical case studies, group discussions, and applied exercises, participants will learn how to design innovation strategies, evaluate strategic opportunities, prioritise innovation initiatives, and create implementation roadmaps that deliver measurable business value.

Objectives

1. Develop innovation strategies that align innovation initiatives with organisational vision, objectives, and competitive priorities.
2. Evaluate innovation opportunities using structured strategic analysis and portfolio management techniques.
3. Design innovation roadmaps that balance short-term improvements with long-term strategic growth.
4. Establish innovation governance, resource allocation, and performance measurement processes that support sustainable innovation.
5. Create practical implementation plans that integrate innovation strategy into organisational decision-making and business operations.

Who Should Attend?

1. Business Leaders responsible for organisational strategy and growth.
2. Innovation Managers and Innovation Programme Leaders.
3. Strategy Managers and Business Development Professionals.
4. Product Managers and Research and Development Leaders involved in innovation planning.
5. Organisational Development, Transformation, and Continuous Improvement professionals supporting strategic innovation initiatives.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.