Mini Professional Master Degree in Strategic Planning and Change Management
This course offers this comprehensive training program in Strategic Planning and Change Management, designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to…
This course offers this comprehensive training program in Strategic Planning and Change Management, designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to build forward-looking strategies and manage change in dynamic organizational environments. In an era marked by volatility, uncertainty, and rapid technological transformation, the ability to think strategically and implement change effectively has become a vital leadership skill.
This course addresses the full cycle of strategic planning—from environmental analysis and goal setting to implementation and monitoring—while also exploring the human and operational dimensions of change management. Participants will gain practical insights into aligning organizational vision with operational capabilities and will learn proven models to lead people through transformation with minimal disruption and maximum engagement.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Who Should Attend?
Senior managers and executives involved in organizational strategy.
Business unit leaders responsible for driving performance and innovation.
HR and OD professionals managing organizational transformation.
Project and program managers involved in strategic initiatives.
Professionals preparing for leadership roles requiring strategic foresight.
Knowledge and Benefits:
After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:
Understand the core concepts and processes of strategic planning.
Apply tools for internal and external environmental analysis.
Design practical strategies aligned with organizational goals.
Learn change management frameworks to lead and sustain change.
Build leadership capability to manage resistance and gain stakeholder buy-in.
Course Outline
Defining Strategy and Strategic Planning
The concept of strategy in modern organizations
Differences between strategic, tactical, and operational planning
The role of strategic thinking in leadership
Levels of Strategy in Organizations
Corporate, business unit, and functional strategies
Vertical and horizontal alignment
Strategy ownership and delegation
Benefits and Barriers to Strategic Planning
Enhancing clarity and direction
Common pitfalls and misconceptions
Overcoming organizational resistance to planning
External Environment Assessment
PESTLE framework
Industry trends and market dynamics
Identifying opportunities and threats
Internal Environment Evaluation
Resource and capability analysis
Value chain assessment
Cultural and structural considerations
SWOT Analysis and Strategic Fit
Building the SWOT matrix
Linking internal strengths to external opportunities
Addressing weaknesses and threats strategically
Crafting a Clear Vision Statement
Elements of an effective vision
Communicating vision across the organization
Vision as a leadership tool
Developing a Mission Statement
Defining organizational purpose
Aligning mission with stakeholder expectations
Differentiating from competitors
Core Values and Organizational Identity
Embedding values into behavior and policy
Culture alignment with values
Values-based decision making
Setting Strategic Objectives
SMART and CLEAR goal frameworks
Linking goals to vision and mission
Prioritization and goal hierarchy
Defining Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Characteristics of effective KPIs
KPIs for different functional areas
Leading vs. lagging indicators
Translating Strategy into Action Plans
Cascading goals through the organization
Assigning accountability
Resource and timeline planning
Porter's Five Forces Model
Analyzing industry structure
Assessing competition and profitability
Strategic responses to external pressures
Blue Ocean Strategy
Identifying uncontested market spaces
Creating and capturing new demand
Innovation beyond competition
Growth and Diversification Strategies
Market penetration, development, and diversification
Strategic alliances and M&A
Balancing risk and growth potential
Translating Strategy into Organizational Design
Aligning structure with strategy
Delegation and communication flow
Integrating cross-functional collaboration
Leadership’s Role in Implementation
Driving execution from the top
Empowering middle management
Reinforcing strategic behavior
Monitoring and Adjusting the Strategy
Milestone reviews and mid-course corrections
Feedback mechanisms
Dynamic planning and agility
Understanding Organizational Change
Types and drivers of change
Planned vs. emergent change
Organizational responses to change
Change Management Models
Lewin’s 3-step model
Kotter’s 8-step process
ADKAR model overview
The Psychology of Change
Human reaction to uncertainty
Emotional stages of change
Supporting people through transition
Developing a Change Management Plan
Setting objectives and metrics
Identifying change agents and teams
Building a roadmap for transition
Engaging and Communicating with Stakeholders
Stakeholder mapping and influence analysis
Communication channels and messaging strategies
Feedback loops and engagement tracking
Anticipating and Managing Resistance
Sources of resistance
Techniques to reduce friction
Empowerment and participation
The Role of Leadership in Change
Inspiring vision and commitment
Building credibility and trust
Sustaining momentum
Shaping and Shifting Organizational Culture
Diagnosing cultural misalignment
Culture as an enabler of strategy
Reinforcement through behavior and symbols
Change Agents and Champions
Identifying influencers
Supporting internal advocates
Celebrating early wins
Embedding Change into Operations
Aligning policies, processes, and systems
Integration with performance management
Continuous improvement mindset
Measuring Change Outcomes
Post-implementation reviews
ROI on change initiatives
Adjusting based on results
Lessons Learned and Strategic Renewal
Capturing learning for future projects
Institutionalizing successful practices
Strategic agility and resilience
Schedule & Fees
2026 Schedule & Fees
There are no public sessions remaining for the course this year. Please contact us if you wish to have a customized in-house session, or to find out how an additional public session can be scheduled.