Leading & Managing through
Strategic Planning & Innovation
Developing Deliverable Strategies
Course Schedules
Course Modules
This training course is split into the following modules:
Our 10-day training courses consist of 2 modules that can be booked as a complete 10-day program or as individual 5-day courses.
Training Course Overview
This Leading & Managing through Strategic Planning & Innovation training course caters to both strategic leaders and frontline professionals. It delves into the complexities of strategy development within dynamic environments, emphasizing effective communication and implementation for achieving business objectives.
The first week focuses on innovation and strategic planning, while the second week delves deeper into human and organizational factors crucial for problem-solving and teamwork, essential for successful strategy execution. Clear decision-making and strong leadership are pivotal for ensuring business sustainability and success.
The course incorporates both linear and creative approaches to strategy development, providing delegates with opportunities to enhance critical leadership skills. Spanning two weeks, it offers participants a solid foundation in strategic principles and planning. Strategic leaders are strongly encouraged to attend both weeks for maximum benefit.
Training Course Objectives
By attending this intensive 10-day Anderson training course, delegates will be able to:
- Develop the three key strategic agendas for leaders – Intellectual, Managerial and Behavioural
- Identify the most effective balance of Operational Excellence and Breakthrough Strategic Performance
- Identify critical strategic issues and opportunities
- Practice and encourage your people to think differently and workout new initiatives and innovate
- Change your environment to support your new strategic initiatives
Designed for
This Anderson training course is designed for individuals who either currently hold or aspire to hold middle and senior management positions, who are responsible for contributing to the development of strategies and plans as well as their implementation. These include:
- Directors and senior managers
- Team Leaders
- Corporate strategy, HR and other functional managers
- Heads of Division
- Heads of Department
Course Content
Strategic Planning, Development & Implementation
Day One: Understanding the Strategic Environment
- Understanding the impact of leadership competencies on company strategy
- Recognizing and interpreting forces in the strategic environment
- Understanding the importance of planned and creative approaches to strategy development
- Recognizing organizational change readiness and strategic inflection points
- Recognizing the impact of perceptions on strategic choices
Day Two: Understanding Strategic Models and Paradigms
- The strategic journey – common models and frameworks to enable strategic choices
- Developing a strategic roadmap
- Understanding and leveraging strategic competences and skills
- Case Study: managing well in an unpredictable environment
- Recognizing and developing the characteristics of strategic agility
Day Three: Effective Strategic Implementation
- Recognising the key challenges of strategy implementation
- Understanding the impact of structures on organisational effectiveness
- Using the 7S model to analyse organisational competence
- Turning measurement into information to track performance and inform future strategy
- Building learning organisations to support agility
Day Four: Strategic Leadership
- Effective styles and practices of strategic leaders
- Recognizing, analysing and developing the strategic leadership styles used by you and others
- Great leaders inspire and motivate – do carrots and sticks work?
- Develop your leadership toolkit by understanding motivation theories
- Case Study: Practice your negotiation skills in complex circumstances
Day Five: Driving Strategic Performance & Success
- More leadership styles: servant leadership and dispersed leadership
- Understanding the human impact of change
- Understanding employee engagement
- Using communication media effectively
- Achieving success through a dynamic equilibrium between compliance and innovation
Certificate in Smart Leadership:
Encouraging a Creative Climate at Work
- Innovative leadership for excellent performance
- The Critical mass for change and innovation
- Innovation VS Constant Improvement
- How a Leader Creates a Culture of Innovation
- Case Study on Most Innovative Companies
- Innovation and current business breakthroughs
Gaining the Participation of the Workforce
- The G.E. “Workout” Strategy for engaging Employees
- Gaining the “Buy-In” from the workforce
- Developing Creative Solutions for problems and new Strategies
- Overcoming old Paradigms
- Dealing with Organizational “Drift”
- Case Study on Gaining Empowerment
Leading with the Creative Edge
- Developing Creative Potential in People and Teams
- Managing Creative People
- Learning new Thinking Skills
- Learn New Brainstorming Techniques
- How to Incubate New Ideas
- Gaining Collaboration in the Workforce
- Creative Group Exercise: Identifying new business processes
Creating a Motivating Climate for Higher Productivity
- The Ten Key Elements to Setting up New Missions
- Setting Goals and Targets Creatively
- Creating a “Sense of Significance”
- Using Emotional Intelligence to Motivate people
- Rewarding Performance
- The Four Step “Pygmalion” theory
- Group and Team Motivators
Day Five: Driving Strategic Change
- Managing the Change Process
- Kotter’s Change Management Techniques
- Successful techniques for Changing People
- How a Leader Communicates a Sense of Urgency
- How to Overcome the Pitfalls of Change
- Creating an Attitude of Constant Change
- Course Review
The Certificate
- Anderson Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
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Yes. The Leading & Managing through Strategic Planning & Innovation 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.
No. The Leading & Managing through Strategic Planning & Innovation 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 Leading & Managing through Strategic Planning & Innovation 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.
The Leading & Managing through Strategic Planning & Innovation 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.
If you would like additional information about the Leading & Managing through Strategic Planning & Innovation 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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Participants attending the Leading & Managing through Strategic Planning & Innovation 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.
The Leading & Managing through Strategic Planning & Innovation 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.
Yes. Participants who successfully complete the Leading & Managing through Strategic Planning & Innovation 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.
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