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Fundamentals of Strategic Planning

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Fundamentals of Strategic Planning

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
02 - 06 Mar 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
18 - 22 May 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
17 - 21 Aug 2026 London $ 5,950
16 - 20 Nov 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
21 - 25 Dec 2026 London $ 5,950
22 - 26 Mar 2027 Dubai $ 5,950

Introduction

This GLOMACS Fundamentals of Strategic Planning training course has been designed to cover all the fundamentals needed for effective strategic planning. It is intended for those wanting to develop their strategic awareness and prepare them for career enhancement, as well as those wanting to refresh their strategic planning skills.

This GLOMACS Fundamentals of Strategic Planning training course provides a range of recognised strategic analysis tools and techniques, considers the factors which help or hinder effective strategy implementation and recognises the importance of developing key leadership skills needed in strategic planning.

This GLOMACS Fundamentals of Strategic Planning training course will feature:

  • The relevance of strategy to all employees in organisations
  • Tools and techniques used in strategic analysis
  • Human factors affecting the success (or otherwise) of strategy implementation
  • Importance of effective communications at individual and organisational levels
  • The use of measurement to track performance and feed into the planning cycle
  • Development of strategic leadership skills

Objectives

By the end of this GLOMACS training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the importance of clear Vision, Mission and Values statements
  • Be able to develop objectives for individuals and teams/departments feeding into corporate goals
  • Be able to use strategic planning tools to develop strategic options
  • Make use of key organisational procedures to enhance individual and organisational performance and deliver strategic objectives
  • Develop key leadership skills such as motivation and interpersonal communications, for effective implementation of strategic plans

Training Methodology

This GLOMACS Fundamentals of Strategic Planning training course will utilise a variety of proven highly interactive adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes facilitated group and individual exercises, case studies, role-play, and videos. The instructor will also facilitate learning by encouraging the delegates to test and critically appraise any theories and concepts on the training course.

Who should Attend?

This GLOMACS training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals from private, public and non-profit sectors:

  • Members of Management Team
  • Team Leaders
  • Line Managers
  • Project Professionals
Course Outline
Day 1

Strategy is Everyone’s Business

  • Organisation’s Vision, Mission, Values and Goals
  • Using Scenarios to Envisage Possible Futures
  • Assessing and Managing Risk
  • Factors Influencing Decision-making
  • Aligning Individual Tasks and Behaviours to Organisational Goals
Day 2

Strategic Planning

  • Using PESTLE to Analyse External Factors
  • How to balance the needs of diverse stakeholders?
  • Analysing the Capabilities of your Own Organisation
  • Undertaking Valuable SWOT Analyses
  • Turning Analysis into Strategic Plans
Day 3

Overcoming the Challenges of Strategy Implementation

  • Develop Staff Engagement – hearts and minds
  • Make Use of Varied Communication Methods to Raise Strategic Awareness
  • Learn to Link Individual Goals and Tasks to Organisational Objectives
  • Use Measurement to Track Performance and Predict likely Outcomes
  • Understand How a Learning Organisation Links Detailed and Messy Implementation to Strategy Development
Day 4

Developing Strategic Leadership Skills

  • Understanding Barriers to Change
  • How to motivate staff to deliver high performance?
  • Developing Your Leadership Skills: Situational Leadership
  • Using Coaching Skills to Deliver Higher Performance
  • Develop Your Interpersonal Communication Skills
Day 5

Ensuring Organisational Procedures Support Strategy

  • Recognise the Dynamic Tension between Change /Innovation vs. Compliance
  • Recognise Elements of Organisational Culture which help Effective Strategy Deployment
  • Learn to Make the Performance Appraisal an Effective Tool in Delivering High Performance
  • How to ensure the strategic planning process delivers effective outcomes?
  • Next Steps
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates. Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Frequently Asked Question

No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

No. While governance and leadership are part of the portfolio, Saudi GLOMACS delivers training across the entire business and professional lifecycle, including administrative, technical, legal, regulatory, and sector-specific training.

Yes. Saudi GLOMACS designs and delivers bespoke in-house training tailored to organisational objectives, sector requirements, and workforce needs. Training can be delivered in Saudi Arabia or internationally, depending on requirements.

Courses delivered in Saudi Arabia are adapted to reflect local regulatory frameworks, organisational structures, sector conditions, and professional expectations. This ensures training is relevant, practical, and aligned with Saudi workplace realities.

GLOMACS has been delivering professional training for over thirty years, with courses delivered across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other international markets.

Saudi GLOMACS combines three decades of global training experience with a clear focus on Saudi market relevance. This allows it to deliver training that is both internationally credible and locally applicable, across a broader range of disciplines than niche or single-focus providers.

Saudi GLOMACS is a Saudi-based professional training provider delivering courses tailored to the Saudi market and applicable internationally. It operates within the global GLOMACS framework and draws on more than three decades of international training experience.

Saudi GLOMACS offers professional training across a wide range of disciplines, including administration, leadership and management, governance and regulation, law, oil and gas, energy, engineering, finance, digital technologies, and sector-specific specialisations.

Training supports professionals across all career stages, from operational roles to specialist and senior responsibilities.

Participants include professionals from public sector, semi-government, and private sector organisations, across a wide range of roles and industries. Attendees range from administrative and operational professionals to technical specialists, managers, and senior decision-makers.

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