Executive Master in Strategic Finance and Business Leadership

Strategic Management- Strategic Planning for Organizations    

Course ID:   261123 0101 339ESH

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 Organisational Effectiveness Strategic Management

Course Certified By:  ESHub CPD & 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 planning enables organisations to define their direction, make informed choices and align resources with long-term objectives. Effective strategic planning helps leaders respond to changing environments, improve performance and create a clear path from organisational vision to measurable results.

This programme provides participants with practical approaches for developing and managing organisational strategic plans. Participants will learn how to analyse business environments, define strategic priorities, allocate resources and establish implementation approaches that support organisational success.

Objectives

1. Apply strategic planning frameworks to develop effective organisational strategies.
2. Analyse internal and external factors affecting organisational performance.
3. Define strategic objectives, priorities and measurable outcomes.
4. Develop implementation plans that align resources, governance and execution activities.
5. Establish monitoring approaches to evaluate strategic progress and improve outcomes.

Who Should Attend

1. Chief Executive Officers and Senior Executives.
2. Strategy Directors and Corporate Planning Managers.
3. Business Unit Leaders.
4. Transformation and Programme Managers.
5. Senior Managers responsible for organisational development.

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 Planning Fundamentals
- Understanding the purpose of organisational strategic planning
- Linking strategy with organisational vision and mission
- Identifying elements of effective strategic plans

Organisational Direction Setting
- Defining strategic intent
- Establishing long-term priorities
- Aligning leadership perspectives

Strategic Planning Process
- Understanding strategic planning stages
- Establishing planning approaches
- Preparing for strategy development

Day 2

Environmental Analysis
- Analysing external business factors
- Identifying opportunities and threats
- Understanding market and organisational influences

Internal Capability Analysis
- Assessing organisational strengths and weaknesses
- Evaluating resources and capabilities
- Identifying strategic gaps

Strategic Issues Identification
- Prioritising key organisational challenges
- Defining strategic questions
- Supporting evidence-based planning

Day 3

Strategic Objective Development
- Creating clear strategic objectives
- Aligning objectives with organisational goals
- Defining measurable outcomes

Strategic Initiative Planning
- Identifying strategic initiatives
- Prioritising actions
- Connecting initiatives with objectives

Resource Allocation Planning
- Aligning resources with strategic priorities
- Evaluating capacity requirements
- Supporting strategic investment decisions

Day 4

Strategic Implementation Planning
- Translating strategy into action plans
- Defining milestones and responsibilities
- Supporting execution readiness

Strategic Governance
- Establishing roles and decision structures
- Creating review processes
- Supporting accountability

Performance Monitoring
- Developing strategic KPIs
- Tracking implementation progress
- Supporting corrective actions

Day 5

Strategic Planning Application
- Applying organisational strategic planning methods to business scenarios
- Developing practical strategic plans
- Improving strategic planning capability

Sustaining Strategic Success
- Reviewing strategy effectiveness
- Supporting continuous improvement
- Maintaining strategic alignment

Review and Action Planning
- Reviewing strategic management strategic planning for organizations 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 planning enables organisations to define their direction, make informed choices and align resources with long-term objectives. Effective strategic planning helps leaders respond to changing environments, improve performance and create a clear path from organisational vision to measurable results.

This programme provides participants with practical approaches for developing and managing organisational strategic plans. Participants will learn how to analyse business environments, define strategic priorities, allocate resources and establish implementation approaches that support organisational success.

Objectives

1. Apply strategic planning frameworks to develop effective organisational strategies.
2. Analyse internal and external factors affecting organisational performance.
3. Define strategic objectives, priorities and measurable outcomes.
4. Develop implementation plans that align resources, governance and execution activities.
5. Establish monitoring approaches to evaluate strategic progress and improve outcomes.

Who Should Attend?

1. Chief Executive Officers and Senior Executives.
2. Strategy Directors and Corporate Planning Managers.
3. Business Unit Leaders.
4. Transformation and Programme Managers.
5. Senior Managers responsible for organisational development.

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 Planning Fundamentals
- Understanding the purpose of organisational strategic planning
- Linking strategy with organisational vision and mission
- Identifying elements of effective strategic plans

Organisational Direction Setting
- Defining strategic intent
- Establishing long-term priorities
- Aligning leadership perspectives

Strategic Planning Process
- Understanding strategic planning stages
- Establishing planning approaches
- Preparing for strategy development

Day 2

Environmental Analysis
- Analysing external business factors
- Identifying opportunities and threats
- Understanding market and organisational influences

Internal Capability Analysis
- Assessing organisational strengths and weaknesses
- Evaluating resources and capabilities
- Identifying strategic gaps

Strategic Issues Identification
- Prioritising key organisational challenges
- Defining strategic questions
- Supporting evidence-based planning

Day 3

Strategic Objective Development
- Creating clear strategic objectives
- Aligning objectives with organisational goals
- Defining measurable outcomes

Strategic Initiative Planning
- Identifying strategic initiatives
- Prioritising actions
- Connecting initiatives with objectives

Resource Allocation Planning
- Aligning resources with strategic priorities
- Evaluating capacity requirements
- Supporting strategic investment decisions

Day 4

Strategic Implementation Planning
- Translating strategy into action plans
- Defining milestones and responsibilities
- Supporting execution readiness

Strategic Governance
- Establishing roles and decision structures
- Creating review processes
- Supporting accountability

Performance Monitoring
- Developing strategic KPIs
- Tracking implementation progress
- Supporting corrective actions

Day 5

Strategic Planning Application
- Applying organisational strategic planning methods to business scenarios
- Developing practical strategic plans
- Improving strategic planning capability

Sustaining Strategic Success
- Reviewing strategy effectiveness
- Supporting continuous improvement
- Maintaining strategic alignment

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