Day 1:
Foundations of Strategic Management
Understanding the role of strategy in organizational success.
Key components of strategic planning (vision, mission, SWOT analysis).
Introduction to Michael Porter’s Five Forces Model.
Case study: How Netflix disrupted the entertainment industry.
Day 2:
Leadership and Decision-Making
Theories of leadership styles and their impact on organizational culture.
Cognitive biases in decision-making and how to mitigate them.
Building consensus through collaborative leadership.
Practical exercise: Simulated crisis management scenario.
Day 3:
Operational Excellence and Process Optimization
Principles of lean management and Six Sigma methodologies.
Identifying bottlenecks and streamlining workflows.
Tools for monitoring and improving operational KPIs.
Group activity: Redesigning a sample business process.
Day 4:
Change Management and Innovation
Kotter’s 8-Step Change Model and its applications.
Strategies for overcoming resistance to change.
Fostering a culture of innovation and creativity.
Real-world example: Airbnb’s pivot during the pandemic.
Day 5:
Data-Driven Decision Making
Leveraging big data and predictive analytics for strategic insights.
Interpreting financial statements and performance dashboards.
Ethical implications of data usage in management.
Workshop: Creating a data-backed strategic proposal.
