Project Leadership - Project Strategy
Course ID: 261012 0101 1138Proj
Course Dates : 12/10/2026 Course Duration : 5 Studying Day/s Course Location: London, United Kingdom
Language: Bilingual
Course Category: Professional and CPD Training Programs
Course Subcategories:
Business Decision Making Corporate Strategy Leadership & Management Development Project & Programme Management Strategic Management
Course Certified By: Projacs Academy & LondonUni - Executive Management Training
* Professional Training and CPD Programs
Leading to:
Executive Diploma Certificate
Leading to:
Executive Mini Masters Certificate
Leading to
Executive Masters Certificate
Certification Will Be Issued:
From London, United Kingdom
Course Fees:
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Introduction
This course teaches how to turn strategic intent into clear, executable project plans. You will learn how to define project value, set measurable outcomes, and design governance that supports delivery. Sessions combine practical tools, templates, and case work from real projects. The aim is to enable better decisions about scope, risk, and trade-offs.
Objectives
1. Create a concise project strategy brief that links scope, benefits, and success metrics to organizational objectives.
2. Develop a benefits realization plan with milestones, owners, and measurable indicators.
3. Design a governance and decision-making framework matched to project complexity and stakeholder needs.
4. Produce a stakeholder map and engagement plan that identifies risks, escalation paths, and approval checkpoints.
5. Apply trade-off analysis to make and document decisions on scope, schedule, cost, and quality.
2. Develop a benefits realization plan with milestones, owners, and measurable indicators.
3. Design a governance and decision-making framework matched to project complexity and stakeholder needs.
4. Produce a stakeholder map and engagement plan that identifies risks, escalation paths, and approval checkpoints.
5. Apply trade-off analysis to make and document decisions on scope, schedule, cost, and quality.
Who Should Attend
Project Managers responsible for medium to large projects
Program Managers coordinating multiple related projects
PMO Managers or Leads setting standards for project delivery
Portfolio Managers involved in project selection and prioritization
Business Sponsors, Product Owners, or Strategy Managers who authorize and steer projects
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.
Course 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.
Week 1
Day 1
Project Strategy Fundamentals
- Understanding the relationship between strategy and projects
- Defining the role of project strategy in delivery success
- Identifying key elements of a project strategy approach
Project Value Definition
- Defining project value and expected benefits
- Linking project outcomes with organisational objectives
- Establishing measurable success criteria
Project Strategy Brief
- Creating a concise project strategy document
- Defining scope, objectives and priorities
- Aligning stakeholders around project direction
Day 2
Benefits Realisation Planning
- Understanding benefits realisation concepts
- Identifying expected project benefits
- Linking benefits with measurable indicators
Benefits Ownership and Measurement
- Assigning benefit ownership responsibilities
- Establishing measurement approaches
- Tracking benefits throughout the project lifecycle
Project Success Metrics
- Defining project performance measures
- Aligning metrics with strategic objectives
- Supporting outcome-based decision-making
Day 3
Project Governance Frameworks
- Understanding project governance principles
- Designing decision-making structures
- Aligning governance with project complexity
Decision-Making Processes
- Establishing approval pathways
- Defining escalation mechanisms
- Improving project decision effectiveness
Stakeholder Governance
- Identifying stakeholder roles
- Managing stakeholder expectations
- Supporting effective project oversight
Day 4
Stakeholder Engagement Planning
- Developing stakeholder maps
- Identifying engagement requirements
- Managing stakeholder risks
Trade-Off Analysis
- Evaluating scope, schedule, cost and quality decisions
- Assessing project alternatives
- Documenting decision rationale
Project Risk and Escalation
- Identifying strategic project risks
- Defining escalation paths
- Supporting proactive risk management
Day 5
Project Strategy Implementation
- Applying project strategy tools to real scenarios
- Developing practical project strategies
- Improving project decision-making capability
Strategic Project Leadership
- Maintaining alignment with organisational goals
- Supporting effective project direction
- Strengthening project leadership practices
Review and Action Planning
- Reviewing project leadership project strategy tools and frameworks
- Preparing a personal implementation or development plan
- Course review, feedback and implementation planning
