introduction to strategy

An Introduction to Strategy explains the building blocks of strategy and describes how to prepare a strategic plan.  With leadership teams in mind, this is a practical, plain English course which is enjoyable, informative and has a tangible outcome.

An Introduction to Strategy is a one day workshop which enables participants to:

  • clarify why strategy is important 

  • find out what goes into a strategy

  • learn how to develop a strategy

  • make sense of how all of the planning elements fit together

  • cut through some of the buzz words and jargon associated with strategic planning

  • outline the next steps for developing a strategic plan

strategy as a journey

It can be helpful to think of strategy as a journey.  In common with a physical journey, strategy requires a starting point and a destination.

The intended size, shape and characteristics of your organisation represent the destination while the starting point is the here and now. This may sound straightforward but achieving a shared understanding of the destination and starting point can prove to be very challenging.

Buzz words, jargon and acronyms contribute further to the confusion.  Our role is to bring clarity and understanding to the process, enabling you to plan your journey from a position of knowledge and confidence.

workshop preparations

We want our clients to get the maximum benefit from this workshop which is why we take time to find out about your organisation and its main challenges.  This enables us to fine tune the workshop and ensure an appropriate weighting of time for the more important issues.

advantages of external facilitation

We bring objectivity, knowledge and experience.  Should you require additional support, you are able to tap into this service as and when needed.  In other words, you keep your overheads down by buying in these skills when you need them - rather than carrying their cost for 12 months of the year.

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module summary

what is its purpose?

To dispel some of the confusion which often surrounds strategy by discovering what it is and why it is so important.

what are the outcomes?

A better understanding of strategy by identifying the key elements of a strategic plan. Planning the next steps for preparing a strategy.

who is it aimed at?

Leadership teams with responsibility for strategy development.

how long does it take?

One day workshop at a location of your choice.

government grants NEW!

As a Registered Learning Provider, generous Train to Gain government grants may be available to qualifying organisations.

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