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Strategic Foresight and Scenario Planning

Name: Strategic Foresight and Scenario Planning Training Course
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Anticipating Change and Building Resilient Strategies

Upcoming Sessions

Classroom sessions

03 - 07 Aug 2026 Barcelona $5,950
12 - 16 Oct 2026 London $5,950
21 - 25 Dec 2026 Paris $5,950
25 - 29 Jan 2027 London $5,950
24 - 28 May 2027 Amsterdam $5,950
02 - 06 Aug 2027 Barcelona $5,950
11 - 15 Oct 2027 London $5,950
20 - 24 Dec 2027 Paris $5,950

Online sessions

Course Introduction

In a world defined by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA), organizations need more than short-term strategies—they require the ability to anticipate, prepare, and adapt to future disruptions. A Strategic Foresight and Scenario Planning Course provides professionals with the mindset and analytical tools needed to move beyond reactive approaches and embrace proactive, future-focused strategies. By exploring potential developments, risks, and emerging opportunities, participants gain the ability to design strategies that are resilient under multiple future conditions.

This Strategic Foresight and Scenario Planning Course equips participants with methodologies to systematically evaluate megatrends, analyze external drivers, and translate foresight into actionable strategies. The course emphasizes the use of practical frameworks and scenario-building exercises, ensuring attendees can apply their learning directly to organizational planning. By integrating foresight into day-to-day decision-making, professionals can strengthen resilience, improve risk management, and ensure long-term competitiveness.

Explore advanced foresight tools for anticipating disruption
Learn scenario planning techniques for navigating uncertainty
Analyze megatrends and signals shaping industries and markets
Design adaptive and robust organizational strategies
Strengthen resilience and innovation in decision-making

Objectives

By completing this Strategic Foresight and Scenario Planning Course, participants will achieve the following objectives:

Develop a strong understanding of the principles of strategic foresight and its role in shaping long-term success
Apply structured scenario planning techniques to evaluate multiple possible futures and inform decision-making
Identify and interpret key drivers, early signals, and global megatrends affecting their industry or organization
Build resilience and agility into organizational strategy, ensuring preparedness for rapid change and uncertainty
Integrate foresight practices into risk management, innovation planning, and strategic development processes
Design action-oriented strategies that position organizations to thrive in shifting and disruptive environments

Training Methodology

The Strategic Foresight and Scenario Planning Course is delivered using dynamic and engaging approaches tailored to professional learning. Participants will benefit from structured lectures, facilitated discussions, and case study analysis that connect foresight theory with practical business applications. Each concept is reinforced through real-world examples, ensuring that participants understand not only the methodology but also how to apply it effectively in their own organizational context.

In addition, the course emphasizes active learning through scenario-building exercises, group simulations, and problem-solving workshops. By engaging in interactive sessions, participants develop the ability to critically evaluate future scenarios and convert insights into actionable strategies. Comprehensive course materials and tools are provided to ensure that learning extends beyond the classroom and supports continued application in participants’ professional roles.

Who Should Attend?

This Strategic Foresight and Scenario Planning Course is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their ability to anticipate change and guide their organizations through complex futures. It is particularly beneficial for leaders and managers responsible for long-term strategy and risk preparedness.

Strategy and Planning Professionals focused on shaping organizational direction
Executives and Senior Leaders with responsibility for corporate or government strategy
Innovation Managers and Change Leaders driving transformation initiatives
Risk Management and Business Continuity Specialists preparing for uncertainty
Government Officials and Policy Makers involved in public policy and planning
Professionals aiming to embed foresight practices into organizational decision-making

Course Outline

Day 1: Foundations of Strategic Foresight

Understanding VUCA and its impact on strategy
Principles and frameworks of strategic foresight
Environmental scanning and trend analysis
Identifying weak signals, wild cards, and emerging issues
Case studies of foresight-driven organizations

Day 2: Drivers of Change and Future Trends

Mapping megatrends: demographic, technological, geopolitical, and environmental
Tools for analyzing drivers of change (STEEP, PESTLE, Futures Wheel)
Detecting disruptions and breakthrough innovations
Linking foresight to risk assessment and opportunity management
Practical exercise: building a trend radar

Day 3: Scenario Planning Methodologies

Introduction to scenario planning models (Shell, GBN, 2x2 Matrix, etc.)
Steps to construct alternative futures
Crafting plausible, challenging, and divergent scenarios
Stress-testing current strategies against future possibilities
Workshop: Developing scenario narratives

Day 4: Applying Scenarios to Strategy

Translating foresight into actionable strategies
Identifying robust strategic options under uncertainty
Linking scenarios to innovation and business transformation
Using foresight in policy-making and governance
Group exercise: scenario-based decision-making

Day 5: Embedding Foresight in Organizations

Building a foresight culture and institutionalizing scenario planning
Integrating foresight into strategic planning cycles
Tools for monitoring signals and updating scenarios
Leadership and communication skills for foresight-driven change
Final group project: presenting a foresight & scenario plan for a real-world challenge

Providers and Associations

Certificate

Copex Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

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Yes, the choice is yours. The Strategic Foresight and Scenario Planning Training Course runs in a traditional classroom setting across various international locations, and it's also available as a live online programme for those who prefer to learn from wherever they are. Pick the format that fits your lifestyle and schedule best.

Not at all. The Strategic Foresight and Scenario Planning Training Course doors are open to everyone, regardless of your background or how many years you've been in the industry. That said, having some familiarity with the subject area can help you get even more out of the experience.

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Expect an engaging, hands-on journey — not a room full of slides and passive listening. COPEX’s delivery blends presentations with group discussions, real-world case studies, practical exercises, and collaborative workshops. The goal is simple: everything you learn, you can use immediately back at work.

You'll be in good hands. COPEX hosts its courses in premium 4-star and 5-star hotels, with professional, fully equipped training spaces designed for focus and comfort. Throughout each day, you'll enjoy refreshment breaks with coffee and snacks, plus a complimentary lunch following every session.

This Strategic Foresight and Scenario Planning Training Course welcomes professionals from all walks of corporate life — whether you're a seasoned manager, an emerging team leader, a subject-matter specialist, or simply someone driven to grow in their field. If you're serious about advancing your career and deepening your expertise, this course was built with you in mind.

Absolutely. Every participant who successfully completes the Strategic Foresight and Scenario Planning Training Course earns an COPEX Certificate of Completion — a recognised mark of professional achievement. Depending on the specific course, it may also qualify for Training credits, which will be clearly noted in the course details.

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