Certificate in Strategic Thinking & Planning - London (GMT)

This course bridges the gap between strategic vision and practical execution, equipping professionals with the tools and confidence to make informed decisions in a fast-changing business landscape. Participants explore a range of strategic thinking and analysis models, including sustainability, behavioural insights, and entrepreneurial thinking, while gaining hands-on experience using AI to develop strategic proposals.

Highly interactive, the course combines theory with practical exercises, group discussions, and collaborative activities, helping delegates align strategic vision with operational decisions. By the end, participants will be equipped to apply strategic frameworks confidently within their own organisations, strengthening their professional capability and their organisation’s competitiveness.

What’s in store

• Strategic Thinking vs Strategic Planning, including the 7s Framework, the Business Diamond, and Planned vs Emergent Strategy
• Industry Analysis using STEEPLE, Porter’s 5 Forces, and Key Success Factors, with a focus on AI and geopolitical developments
• Organisational Analysis covering mission, vision, market positioning, resources, capabilities, and SWOT 2.0
• Sustained Competitive Advantage, exploring economic moats, differentiation, and cost leadership strategies
• Growth Strategies spanning internationalisation, diversification (BCG Matrix, Ansoff Matrix), and organic vs acquisition approaches
• Strategic Implementation, including single vs double loop learning and the role of leaders and AI in strategy execution