Course Information

Introduction

This five-day course teaches leaders how to make clear, defensible strategic decisions. It focuses on practical tools that expose trade-offs, quantify outcomes, and reveal critical assumptions. Participants work on real cases and leave with templates they can use immediately. The emphasis is on repeatable processes that reduce wasted time and poor outcomes.

Objectives

1. Use decision trees, cost‑benefit matrices, and expected value calculations to compare strategic options and document the rationale.
2. Quantify key risks and expected returns to prioritize initiatives and guide resource allocation.
3. Map and test critical assumptions to reduce uncertainty before major commitments.
4. Produce concise decision briefs and stakeholder engagement plans that secure alignment and timely approvals.
5. Implement decision governance: establish gates, metrics, and review cadences to monitor outcomes and adjust course.

Who Should Attend?

1. CEOs and Managing Directors responsible for enterprise strategy.
2. Chief Strategy Officers and Heads of Corporate Strategy.
3. Business Unit Heads and General Managers making investment choices.
4. Product Leaders and Portfolio Managers accountable for prioritization.
5. Program Directors, PMO Leads, and Transformation Managers overseeing large 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.