Day 1:
Foundations of Innovation and Strategic Thinking
Understanding the dynamics of innovation ecosystems.
Exploring the relationship between innovation and competitive advantage.
Introduction to strategic planning frameworks (SWOT, PESTLE).
Identifying barriers to innovation and strategies to overcome them.
Day 2:
Principles of Strategic Planning
Aligning mission, vision, and values with organizational goals.
Utilizing the Balanced Scorecard for strategic alignment.
Conducting environmental scans to identify opportunities and threats.
Developing SMART objectives for measurable outcomes.
Day 3:
Fundamentals of Change Management
Overview of change management theories (Kotter, Lewin).
Diagnosing resistance to change and addressing root causes.
Building coalitions and securing buy-in from stakeholders.
Creating action plans for smooth transitions.
Day 4:
Enhancing Organizational Effectiveness
Defining organizational effectiveness and its key metrics.
Leveraging KPIs and dashboards for performance tracking.
Benchmarking against industry standards for continuous improvement.
Balancing efficiency with adaptability in dynamic environments.
Day 5:
Integrating Theory into Practice
Case study analysis: Lessons from successful and failed transformations.
Role-playing scenarios to practice leadership in high-pressure situations.
Designing a personal action plan for post-course implementation.
Peer feedback sessions to refine proposed strategies.
