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Certified Strategic Manager

Strategy, Risks, Negotiation & Leadership: Leading Strategically, Utilising Great Negotiating Skills

COPEX Professional Development Certification
Classroom Sessions
14-18 Jul 2025
Dubai
$6,250
08-12 Sep 2025
London
$6,250
01-05 Dec 2025
Kuala Lumpur
$6,250
02-06 Feb 2026
Houston
$6,950
02-06 Mar 2026
Dubai
$6,250

Course Introduction

In today’s fast-paced business world, the ability to master strategy, risk management, negotiation, and leadership is more essential than ever. As Mark Zuckerberg aptly put it, “The biggest risk is not taking any risk.” This course is designed to help you embrace that mindset while providing you with the tools and strategies to succeed in uncertain environments. Focused on fostering innovative thinking and challenging your perspective, the program will enhance your strategic thinking, risk management abilities, negotiation tactics, and leadership skills for the modern business landscape. Whether you're at the helm of a team or making high-level strategic decisions, this dynamic course will offer you practical insights and actionable skills to thrive in today’s ever-changing business world.

This Copex training course delves into crucial areas such as the intricacies of strategy formulation and execution, incorporating risk management into business planning, mastering negotiation techniques, and leading through uncertainty. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of strategic management, sharpen their negotiation abilities, and develop the confidence to lead teams through challenging situations. By utilizing a mix of adult learning methods—such as expert lectures, case studies, group work, and hands-on exercises—this course ensures you not only grasp key concepts but can apply them effectively in real-world contexts. By the end of the program, you’ll be ready to drive change, lead with clarity, and make bold, informed decisions in any situation.

This Copex training course will feature:

  •  The challenges of strategy development and implementation
  • Incorporating risk management into strategy
  • Elements of successful negotiations
  • Enhancing key leadership skills for the 21st Century
  • Implementing and managing change

 

Training Objectives

By the end of this Copex training course, delegates will be able to:

  • Develop a clear understanding of strategic management
  • Gain confidence in the use of tools and techniques for identifying and managing risks
  • Apply negotiating tactics in various situations
  • Improve key skills for leading organisations in uncertain times
  • Recognise the importance of effective people & systems for success

Training Methodology

This Strategy, Risks, Negotiation & Leadership training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes mixture of speaker input, facilitated discussion, syndicate work and practical exercises, with an emphasis on delegate involvement at all times. The learning tools include video case studies, team problem solving and analysis tools to uncover core strengths and develop new ideas.

Who should Attend?

This Copex training course will give each attendee the understanding and skills to approach strategic and everyday challenges and problems with the awareness, confidence and self-assurance needed to take action and achieve positive results.

This Strategy, Risks, Negotiation & Leadership training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Supervisors and team leaders
  • Current and potential strategic leaders at all levels
  • Those responsible for developing and leading strategy
  • Business managers of all levels

 

Course Outline

Day One: Developing Strategies in a VUCA World
  • How Strategy evolved into business
  • Leadership Accountability for strategy development
  • Strategic planning
  • Describing the organisation’s Vision, Mission, Values & Strategy
  • Selecting Options, Making Decisions

 

Day Two: Setting Strategy, a Risky Business
  • The meaning and nature of risk
  • Operational, Tactical and Strategic Risks
  • Risk management
  • Cost/benefits of mitigation
  • Agility, Resilience & Black Swans

 

Day Three: Power, Influence & Negotiation
  • Sources of Power & Influence
  • Who negotiates and why
  • Top Tips for ‘Win-Win’ negotiations
  • Key skills for effective negotiations
  • Preparing thoroughly: where to draw the line

 

Day Four: How Leaders Drive Change
  • Leaders drive strategy & change
  • Must leaders be charismatic?
  • Leading or managing, or both?
  • Leading in uncertain times, key skills
  • The Challenge of employees “wanting to do what must be done”

 

Day Five: Managing the Impact of Change
  • The challenge of managing change
  • People & Systems are the foundations of success
  • Building a coalition of change agents
  • Effective channels of communication, pipelines to success
  • Developing a personal action plan for further self-development

 

Accreditation

COPEX delivers Professional Certificate Programmes and Certified Training Courses  to individuals and organisations around the world. The Certificate Programmes and Certified Training are personally developed by COPEX's Senior Consultants with expertise in a wide range of topics, including Purchasing and Supply Chain Mangement, Project Management, Contracts Management, and more.

This Course is COPEX Professional Development Certification (CPDC®) Certified Training Courses .

Certificates

  • COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course
  • Delegates who fully attend this course, and successfully pass the CPDC assessment, will receive a certificate from COPEX Professional Development Certification (CPDC)® 
Whats Makes Copex Courses Unique?

COPEX Training is your gateway to professional growth, with over 20 years of experience turning potential into success. Each year, we deliver over 1,000 courses in 50+ countries, earning a stellar 98% satisfaction rate. Trusted by global giants like BP, the United Nations, and HSBC, we partner with top certification bodies to provide career-focused training that empowers individuals and drives organizational breakthroughs. Our mission? To transform the way professionals learn and grow in today’s fast-changing industries. Through expert insights, cutting-edge methods, and hands-on approaches, we equip you with the skills and confidence to tackle challenges, seize opportunities, and thrive in your career.

Led by a passionate leadership team and supported by a network of world-class trainers, COPEX Training connects professionals worldwide with life-changing opportunities. We are committed to excellence, ensuring every participant leaves with the tools, expertise, and confidence to conquer an ever-evolving world.

Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ section provides quick answers to the most common questions about our services, procedures, and policies. We aim to make your experience with us as straightforward as possible. For further assistance, our support team is ready to help.

What is COPEX?

COPEX stands for “The Centre for Operations & Procurement Excellence”. Our courses are designed to develop and enhance the skills and knowledge of professionals across various sectors.

What are the benefits of attending COPEX training courses?

Enhanced Skills: Develop in-demand skills and knowledge in your chosen field.
Career Advancement: Improve your career prospects and increase your earning potential.
Increased Confidence: Gain confidence in your abilities and enhance your professional presence.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with other professionals and industry experts.
Improved Job Performance: Enhance your productivity, efficiency, and job satisfaction.
Personal Growth: Develop valuable personal and professional skills that can benefit you in all areas of life.

What makes COPEX training courses unique?

Experienced Instructors: Courses are delivered by highly qualified and experienced instructors with industry expertise.
Interactive Learning: Engaging and interactive learning methods, including workshops, simulations, case studies, and group discussions.
Practical Application: Focus on practical skills and real-world applications, enabling you to apply your learning immediately.
Flexible Learning Options: A variety of course formats available, including classroom training, online courses, and blended learning.
Certification & Recognition: Upon successful completion, you may receive industry-recognized certifications.

What is the cost of COPEX training courses?

The cost of COPEX training courses varies depending on the course duration, content, and delivery method.

How can I register?

There are several ways to register in our public training courses:
Online – Browse the Training Plan, select the course of choice, click on the button
“Register Now” inside the course outline page.
E-mail – Send the details (name, company name, email address and training course of
choice) of your nomination to [email protected]
Telephone – +971 4 368 6886 or +971 50 106 2750

When will I receive the confirmation for my registration/s?

Upon successful registration, processing window will take not more than 24 hours from the time of registration. An email including the registration confirmation, invoice and joining instructions will be sent to the provided email address.

What is included in the training fee?

Published training course fees are inclusive of the training venue, training manual, writing materials, lunch and coffee breaks with refreshments over the entire duration of the training course.

What are the available payment methods?

The training course fee can be settled by either:

  • Bank transfer
  • Credit Card

How many hours per day, and what are the timings of your training courses?

Our training courses will run for 5 hours per day. The standard daily timing is from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm including the coffee/tea breaks and lunch.

Where do you usually hold your training courses?

Our training courses courses are being held at five-star hotels in prime and iconic destinations across the globe. Cities such as Amsterdam, Barcelona, Dubai, Geneva, Istanbul, Kuala Lumpur, London, Houston, New York, Paris, Vienna, Zurich, etc.

Do you provide hotel booking assistance to your delegates?

Once officially registered, we can assist by providing the corporate rates provided by the hotel where the training course will be conducted. Early confirmation will enable us to secure the room at reduced rates

In case of failure to attend, what is your cancellation policy?

Our cancellation policy varies depending on the circumstances presented. Generally, cancellations must be initiated in formal writing at least 14 days prior to the commencement date of the training course. Further, the option to shift an existing registration to another training course on a later date is possible. Otherwise, a full refund will be initiated.

What will I receive after the training course?

Delegates who will attend and successfully complete the training course will earn a COPEX Certificate of Completion. This certification is designed to validate the successful knowledge transfer, and that the desired learning objectives and outcomes to further advance your professional competency are achieved.

We can customize this
training course for you!

At Copex Training, we offer customizable courses designed to fit your specific needs. whether it's refining procurement practices or enhancing leadership and management skills, we tailor our programs to meet your unique goals and challenges. Let us create a training solution that delivers real results for your team.
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