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Training Course Overview

Strategy does not exist without leadership, the two are inseparable. The decisions and behaviors of strategic leaders have a potential impact on organizational performance. A sustainable and robust strategy with meaningful impact requires bold leadership. This highly stimulating training course offers a comprehensive analysis of the requirements, attributes and consequences of strategic leadership.

This Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Leadership training course is designed to develop the critical leadership skills to influence, persuade, and empower. It is structured around the main themes of what strategic leadership is, what strategic leaders do, why and how. 

This Anderson Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Leadership training course will highlight:   

  • Why strategic leadership matters
  • The differences between day-to-day leadership and strategic leadership
  • Thinking and acting strategically
  • The multi-dimensionality of strategic leadership
  • The impact of strategic leadership decisions on firm performance

Training Course Objectives

By the end of the training course, delegates will be able to critically analyze and evaluate a range of perspectives of strategic leadership, apply conceptual models and frameworks to organization case studies and examples.

At the end of this Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Leadership training course, you will learn to:

  • Develop critical understanding of the role of strategic leadership
  • Analyze to context for strategic leadership
  • Distinguish between management, leadership and strategic leadership
  • Evaluate the role of strategic leadership in the formulation of strategy
  • Bridge the gap between strategy and performance

Designed for

This training course is designed for experienced professionals from any industry and any specialization who wish to gain a broader appreciation of the dynamics strategic leadership and develop their personal roles in creating the future for their organization.

This Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Leadership training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Senior managers
  • Managers taking on a more senior and strategic role in their organization
  • Supervisors taking on additional strategic responsibilities
  • Managers wanting to refresh their strategic management tools
  • Specialist Managers

Learning Methods

This Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Leadership training course will be highly participatory, and the training course leader will present, guide, and facilitate learning, using a range of methods including formal presentation, discussions, sector-specific case studies, and exercises. Above all, the training course leader will make extensive use of real-life case examples.

Course Content

Day 1

Why Strategic Leadership Matters

  • Strategic leadership defined
  • Assessing the role of strategic leaders
  • Leadership theories
  • Leading versus managing
  • What distinguishes strategic leaders
  • Top management teams
Day 2

Key Strategic Leadership Actions

  • Setting strategic vision
  • Building and sustaining an effective organisational culture
  • Top management teams
  • The multiple functions of strategic leaders
  • The outcomes of strategic leadership functions
Day 3

Main Characteristics of Strategic Leaders

  • Nature and/or nurture?
  • The link between personality and leadership effectiveness
  • Leadership development
  • Individual-level characteristics
    • The ‘Big Five’
    • Charisma
    • Motivation
    • Knowledge, skills and abilities
  • Decision-making limitations and biases
  • Group-level attributes
    • Diversity
    • The knowledge, skills and abilities of top-management team
    • Top-management team interaction
    • How strategic leaders shape behaviour
Day 4

Environmental Factors

  • The impact of context on strategic leadership
  • External aspects of strategic leadership
    • How firm’s external environment affects strategic leadership
    • How strategic leadership affects the firm’s environment
  • Macroeconomic conditions
  • Industry and competition variables
  • Socio-cultural features
  • The internal organisational context
    • Ownership
    • Firm size
    • Resource availability
    • Complexity
Day 5

The Outcomes

  • Organisational performance
    • Multidimensional economic and non-economic factors
  • Strategic decisions
    • The process of strategy selection
    • The degree of risk taking
  • Innovation
    • The role of leaders in R&D productivity of organisations
  • Social issues
    • Emphasising ethical practices
  • Incorporating societal trends

The Certificate

Recognition
  • Anderson Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course

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The Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Leadership training course is suitable for professionals who want to expand their knowledge, strengthen their practical skills, and improve their effectiveness within their current or future roles. It is valuable for managers, team leaders, supervisors, specialists, consultants, and professionals seeking to stay current with industry developments and best practices. Whether your goal is career advancement, improved decision-making, or enhanced workplace performance, this course provides relevant knowledge and practical insights to support your professional ambitions.

Yes. Participants who successfully complete the Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Leadership training course will receive a Anderson Certificate of Completion, demonstrating their commitment to professional development and continuous learning. This certificate provides formal recognition of the knowledge and skills gained during the course and can support professional growth and career progression.

Yes. The Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Leadership training course can be customised and delivered exclusively for organisations seeking a tailored learning solution. Course content can be adapted to address specific business objectives, operational challenges, industry requirements, and organisational priorities. Customised training allows teams to focus on the topics most relevant to their roles while supporting wider organisational development goals.

Participants attending the Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Leadership training course gain access to valuable industry insights, practical techniques, and internationally recognised best practices. The course helps professionals improve performance, strengthen confidence, broaden their perspective, and develop skills that contribute to both personal and organisational success. It also provides an excellent opportunity to exchange ideas and experiences with professionals from diverse sectors and backgrounds.

No. The Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Leadership training course is open to professionals from a wide range of backgrounds and experience levels. The course content is structured to provide value to both those who are new to the subject and experienced practitioners seeking to deepen their expertise. While some prior knowledge may enhance understanding of certain concepts, it is not a requirement for participation

The Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Leadership training course combines practical knowledge, current industry practices, and expert guidance to create a highly relevant learning experience. Rather than focusing solely on theory, the course emphasises practical application, enabling participants to develop skills and approaches that can be implemented directly within their organisations. This balance of knowledge and practical relevance helps participants achieve meaningful and lasting professional impact.

The Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Leadership training course uses a variety of learning approaches to maximise participant engagement and knowledge retention. These may include expert-led presentations, practical exercises, case studies, group discussions, scenario-based activities, and collaborative learning opportunities. This approach encourages active participation and helps participants translate learning into practical workplace results.

If you would like additional information about the Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Leadership training course, our professional support team is available to assist with course enquiries, registration guidance, group bookings, and customised training requirements. We are committed to helping you identify the most suitable learning solution for your professional development goals.

 

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