Issued 6 July 2026
- The what and why of strategic planning: purpose and benefits - Strategic thinking approaches and methodologies - The complete strategic planning process from start to finish - Powerful strategy questions and the Strategic Choice Cascade framework - Understanding and leveraging vision, mission, and values in planning - Writing SMART strategic objectives that drive results - Internal and external environment assessment techniques - SWOT analysis, PESTLE, and other strategic planning tools - Engaging teams and stakeholders in strategic planning - Implementation strategies and monitoring progress - Communication techniques for different stakeholder groups
- Clearly identify and describe the purpose of strategic planning. - Identify, understand, and analyse at least 4 key differences between strategic planning and business planning. - Describe and evaluate how the organisation’s vision, mission, and values drive the strategic planning process and decision-making. - Use and analyse results from a range of planning tools to inform strategic decisions and direction. - Write at least 5 SMART strategic objectives that provide clear direction and measurable outcomes for their organisation. - Identify key communication points for different stakeholders and deliver clear, concise strategic communications. - Devise and deliver compelling communication strategies that engage teams and stakeholders in the strategic planning process.
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