Fundamentals of Strategic Planning
Strategic planning is moving an organization forward toward a shared vision through agreed-upon goals and objectives.
Course Category: Self-Study Courses, Leadership Development
Course Level: Basic
CLE Credit: Non-substantive
CLE Hours: 1.0
Fees: $45 for Members and $65 for Non-members
Prerequisite: We recommend that you take the Leadership Basics course prior to taking this course.
Description: In most organizations, a strategic plan is created at the highest level, and it becomes your job to implement it. A company without a strategic plan is like a boat without a rudder. It may be afloat, but it isn’t headed in the best direction to ensure its long-term success. Strategic planning is moving an organization forward toward a shared vision through agreed-upon goals and objectives. Some people take a more theoretical approach and emphasize creating the vision, while others take a more task-based approach and focus on setting deadlines and achieving action items.
After successful completion of this course, you should be able to:
– List the basic steps of a strategic plan.
– Describe the process for discovering your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats when implementing strategic direction.
– Describe the process for translating strategic goals into action plans.
– Identify the elements of an effective measurement system.
– List ways to communicate with team members and stakeholders.
Course Year: 2018