Strategic Leadership & Management: Advanced Course

Strategic Leadership & Management: Advanced Course

Introduction

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, leadership and strategic management play pivotal roles in driving organisational success. This course aims to provide senior professionals with the advanced tools and techniques necessary to become effective leaders and decision-makers in complex business environments. Through this course, participants will gain practical insights into strategic leadership, advanced management theories, decision-making processes, and leading through change.

Course Objective

  • Equip participants with advanced strategic decision-making skills and leadership techniques to handle complex organisational challenges.

  • Enhance understanding of key leadership theories and their advanced applications to drive sustainable business success.

  • Develop sophisticated communication strategies for managing diverse teams and navigating significant organisational change.

  • Foster a mindset for continuous innovation and adaptability in senior leadership roles.

  • Enable participants to evaluate and measure leadership effectiveness and organisational performance using advanced metrics and tools.

Course Outlines

Day 1: Introduction to Strategic Leadership

  • Understanding the role of leadership in business strategy: In-depth analysis and case studies to explore how strategic leadership drives organizational goals and long-term vision.
  • Key leadership theories and their practical applications: Exploration of transformational, transactional, and servant leadership, with real-world examples of successful leaders.
  • Characteristics of effective leaders and leadership styles: Self-assessment and development plans, including 360-degree feedback mechanisms to identify areas for improvement and growth.

 Day 2: Strategic Decision-Making

  • The decision-making process and its impact on organisational success: Advanced models and frameworks like the Vroom-Yetton-Jago decision model and decision trees.
  • Tools for effective decision-making in high-pressure situations: Simulation exercises and stress-testing, incorporating scenario planning and contingency strategies.
  • Case studies of strategic decisions that shaped successful organisations: In-depth group discussions and analyses of companies like Apple, Amazon, and Google, focusing on their strategic pivots and decisions.

Day 3: Leading Change and Innovation

  • Theories and models for managing organisational change: Exploration of Kotter’s 8-Step Change Model, ADKAR, and Lewin’s Change Management Model, with practical workshops.

  • Strategies for fostering innovation within teams: Techniques for creating an innovative culture, supporting intrapreneurship, and fostering a growth mindset.

  • Managing resistance to change and implementing new initiatives: Real-world scenarios and role-playing exercises to develop skills in handling resistance and driving acceptance.

Day 4: Communication Strategies for Leaders

  • The role of communication in leadership and strategic management: Advanced interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence training, including active listening and non-verbal communication.

  • Effective communication styles for engaging teams: Tailoring communication approaches for different audiences, including multicultural and remote teams.

  • Navigating conflicts and building consensus within teams: Mediation techniques, negotiation skills, and consensus-building strategies through interactive activities and role-plays.

 Day 5: Leadership in the Digital Age

  • Understanding the challenges and opportunities of leading in a digital world: Impact of digital transformation on leadership, including the adoption of AI and big data analytics.

  • Leveraging technology to drive business growth: Introduction to AI, big data, and digital tools for leaders, with practical sessions on leveraging these technologies for strategic advantage.

  • Evaluating leadership effectiveness using key performance indicators (KPIs) and feedback: Advanced metrics, continuous improvement strategies, and the use of feedback tools like 360-degree reviews and employee engagement surveys.

Conclusion

This enhanced outline delves deeper into each topic, providing a richer and more engaging experience for participants. It’s structured to ensure practical applicability, continuous learning, and strategic impact.