Acing Your Strategy

Overview:

We all know a little about strategy, but do we really understand “Why” and “How” to plan effectively, and the human factor that often causes our planning attempts to fail? This course reveals the essential issues involved in strategy and planning, most often people issues.

Using real-world examples, case studies, and discussions with experts, this 2-part audio course will provide an engaging and thought-provoking look at why planning is so important and why most managers and leaders fail to plan effectively.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completing this course, you should be able to:

·         The importance of looking ahead

·         How to create a compelling vision

·         SWOT and Advanced SWOT models

·         Why organizations fail to plan effectively

·         How poor communication, jargon, and politics get in the way

·         A better understanding of Michael Porter's 5 forces

·         The 6-stage strategic planning cycle and important feedback loop

·         The Strategic Accountability Reporting (STAR) Framework

·         Why your Accountant can be your best strategic early-warning system

Who Will Benefit: 

Professionals in planning, management, or leadership positions.