Executive Master in Strategic Finance and Business Leadership

Strategic Project Management    

Course ID:   261123 0101 1198Proj

Course Dates :          23/11/2026             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


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Introduction

Strategic project management connects project delivery with organisational strategy and business objectives. Effective strategic project managers ensure that projects create value, support priorities and deliver measurable outcomes rather than focusing only on completing tasks.

This programme provides participants with practical approaches for selecting, planning and managing projects from a strategic perspective. Participants will learn how to align projects with organisational goals, manage portfolios, evaluate benefits and improve strategic project outcomes.

Objectives

1. Apply strategic project management principles to align projects with organisational objectives.
2. Evaluate projects based on strategic value, benefits and organisational priorities.
3. Develop project approaches that support strategic outcomes and stakeholder expectations.
4. Establish governance, measurement and decision processes for strategic projects.
5. Improve project delivery by connecting execution with business strategy.

Who Should Attend

1. Project Directors.
2. Program Managers.
3. Portfolio Managers.
4. PMO Directors and Managers.
5. Business Leaders responsible for strategic 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.

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

Strategic Project Management Fundamentals
- Understanding the role of strategic project management
- Linking projects with organisational strategy
- Identifying characteristics of strategic projects

Project Strategic Alignment
- Connecting projects with business objectives
- Evaluating strategic relevance
- Supporting project selection decisions

Project Value and Benefits
- Understanding project value creation
- Identifying expected benefits
- Linking projects with business outcomes

Day 2

Strategic Project Selection
- Evaluating project opportunities
- Applying prioritisation criteria
- Supporting investment decisions

Project Portfolio Alignment
- Understanding project portfolios
- Balancing competing initiatives
- Aligning projects with strategic priorities

Benefits Realisation Management
- Defining project benefits
- Creating benefits tracking approaches
- Measuring strategic value

Day 3

Strategic Project Planning
- Developing strategic project approaches
- Aligning scope with organisational objectives
- Establishing success criteria

Project Governance
- Defining decision structures
- Establishing roles and accountability
- Supporting effective project oversight

Stakeholder Alignment
- Identifying strategic stakeholders
- Managing expectations
- Building commitment to project outcomes

Day 4

Strategic Project Execution
- Translating strategy into project delivery
- Managing strategic priorities during execution
- Maintaining alignment throughout the project lifecycle

Risk and Change Management
- Managing strategic project risks
- Handling changes affecting business objectives
- Supporting informed decisions

Project Performance Measurement
- Defining strategic project KPIs
- Monitoring project contribution
- Evaluating delivery effectiveness

Day 5

Strategic Project Management Application
- Applying strategic project management methods to workplace scenarios
- Developing practical project approaches
- Improving strategic delivery capability

Strategic Project Improvement
- Reviewing project management practices
- Identifying improvement opportunities
- Supporting organisational project maturity

Review and Action Planning
- Reviewing strategic project management tools and frameworks
- Preparing a personal implementation or development plan
- Course review, feedback and implementation planning

Executive Master in Strategic Finance and Business Leadership

Course Information

Introduction

Strategic project management connects project delivery with organisational strategy and business objectives. Effective strategic project managers ensure that projects create value, support priorities and deliver measurable outcomes rather than focusing only on completing tasks.

This programme provides participants with practical approaches for selecting, planning and managing projects from a strategic perspective. Participants will learn how to align projects with organisational goals, manage portfolios, evaluate benefits and improve strategic project outcomes.

Objectives

1. Apply strategic project management principles to align projects with organisational objectives.
2. Evaluate projects based on strategic value, benefits and organisational priorities.
3. Develop project approaches that support strategic outcomes and stakeholder expectations.
4. Establish governance, measurement and decision processes for strategic projects.
5. Improve project delivery by connecting execution with business strategy.

Who Should Attend?

1. Project Directors.
2. Program Managers.
3. Portfolio Managers.
4. PMO Directors and Managers.
5. Business Leaders responsible for strategic 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.

Course Outlines

Week 1
Day 1

Strategic Project Management Fundamentals
- Understanding the role of strategic project management
- Linking projects with organisational strategy
- Identifying characteristics of strategic projects

Project Strategic Alignment
- Connecting projects with business objectives
- Evaluating strategic relevance
- Supporting project selection decisions

Project Value and Benefits
- Understanding project value creation
- Identifying expected benefits
- Linking projects with business outcomes

Day 2

Strategic Project Selection
- Evaluating project opportunities
- Applying prioritisation criteria
- Supporting investment decisions

Project Portfolio Alignment
- Understanding project portfolios
- Balancing competing initiatives
- Aligning projects with strategic priorities

Benefits Realisation Management
- Defining project benefits
- Creating benefits tracking approaches
- Measuring strategic value

Day 3

Strategic Project Planning
- Developing strategic project approaches
- Aligning scope with organisational objectives
- Establishing success criteria

Project Governance
- Defining decision structures
- Establishing roles and accountability
- Supporting effective project oversight

Stakeholder Alignment
- Identifying strategic stakeholders
- Managing expectations
- Building commitment to project outcomes

Day 4

Strategic Project Execution
- Translating strategy into project delivery
- Managing strategic priorities during execution
- Maintaining alignment throughout the project lifecycle

Risk and Change Management
- Managing strategic project risks
- Handling changes affecting business objectives
- Supporting informed decisions

Project Performance Measurement
- Defining strategic project KPIs
- Monitoring project contribution
- Evaluating delivery effectiveness

Day 5

Strategic Project Management Application
- Applying strategic project management methods to workplace scenarios
- Developing practical project approaches
- Improving strategic delivery capability

Strategic Project Improvement
- Reviewing project management practices
- Identifying improvement opportunities
- Supporting organisational project maturity

Review and Action Planning
- Reviewing strategic project management tools and frameworks
- Preparing a personal implementation or development plan
- Course review, feedback and implementation planning