Strategic Leadership

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Course Introduction

Leading organisations in today’s complex and fast-changing environment presents significant challenges across public, private, and non-profit sectors. Leaders must navigate economic uncertainty, social responsibility, evolving stakeholder expectations, and the growing urgency of climate-related issues. The Strategic Leadership Training Course focuses on developing the strategic mindset and leadership capability required to respond effectively to these pressures while maintaining organisational purpose and performance.

This Strategic Leadership Training Course introduces contemporary approaches to Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) thinking and the metrics needed to support the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Participants will engage in structured brainstorming and practical discussions to explore innovative solutions, supported by recognised tools and techniques in strategic planning and leadership models. By the end of the training course, delegates will be equipped with practical strategies and informed responses to complex challenges, enabling them to guide their organisations toward sustainable and responsible success.

This Strategic Leadership training course will feature:

  • Latest developments in Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) thinking
  • In-depth understanding of the pillars of good governance
  • Practical guidance on developing strategies that create value for all stakeholders
  • Recognition and implementation of agile leadership characteristics
  • Evaluation of organisational systems to support sustainable goals

Objectives

By the end of this Strategic Leadership Training Course, participants will be able to strengthen their strategic leadership capability by aligning governance, strategy, and leadership practices. The course supports informed decision-making and long-term organisational success through a structured and practical learning approach.

Participants will be able to:

  • Gain a deeper understanding of ESG principles and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and incorporate them into strategic goals
  • Apply the International Business Council’s stakeholder capitalism metrics to support sustainable value creation
  • Review leadership styles and frameworks required to deliver strategic objectives
  • Assess local and international systems to determine whether they are fit for purpose
  • Evaluate both hard and soft elements of strategy implementation, including structure, systems, and people

Training Methodology

This Strategic Leadership Training Course utilises a range of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum engagement, understanding, and retention. The learning experience is highly interactive and encourages participants to actively explore strategic leadership concepts through facilitated discussions, group activities, and practical case studies.

Participants are encouraged to reflect on their own leadership approaches while learning from the experiences of others. The methodology connects theory with real organisational challenges, enabling immediate application of skills and tools. The strategic leadership capabilities developed during this training course add value to employees, managers, and leaders by strengthening decision-making, governance awareness, and strategic execution.

Who Should Attend?

This Strategic Leadership Training Course is designed for professionals who currently hold senior roles or are preparing to move into higher levels of responsibility. It is particularly suitable for individuals who wish to understand corporate governance and its relationship to strategy and effective leadership. The course builds confidence and capability in leading organisations responsibly and strategically.

This training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals and will greatly benefit:

  • Senior leaders seeking insight into current governance and ESG-related challenges
  • Experienced staff aiming to enhance their strategic leadership skills
  • Professionals preparing for supervisory or managerial roles
  • Managers looking for a refresher to strengthen leadership and management effectiveness
  • Employees seeking to understand how organisational purpose aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Course Outline

Day 1: The Elements of Good Governance

  • Understand the Pillars of Good Governance
  • Learn about the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals
  • Understand What Risk and Risk Appetite Represent: What’s Acceptable and Who Decides
  • Describe and Apply Relevant Metrics to Support Delivery
  • Understand the Importance of Compliance: Rules, Processes and Checklists
  • Explore Business Ethics, Moral DNA and Resulting Performance

Day 2: Strategy: Tools and Techniques

  • Understand the Building Blocks of a Planning Process
  • Understand the Difference between Strategic Thinking and Planning
  • Gain Confidence in Analysing the External Environment
  • Identify which Key Capabilities Can Be Developed to Achieve Current and Future Objectives
  • Learn About the Difference Between Incremental and Innovation Strategies
  • Recognise the Impact of Senior Leaders on Strategic Choices

Day 3: Strategic Leaders are Agents of Change

  • Understand Organizational Culture and How to Use the Cultural Web
  • Understand How Different Leadership Styles Impact Culture and Climate
  • Learn How Managers Inspire and Motivate People
  • Develop Skills in Questioning and Listening
  • Recognise the Value of Organisational Story Telling
  • Review the Best Approaches for Leading Change

Day 4: Review of Organisational Systems and Metrics

  • Evaluate Internal Systems using McKinsey’s 7S Framework
  • Expose Fragility of Global Supply Chains
  • Conduct a Stakeholder Analysis
  • Introduce Stakeholder Capitalism Metrics
  • Assess People Dimensions of Metrics - Biases
  • Review Decision-Making Process

Day 5: Integrating Strategy, Leadership and Culture

  • Reflect on the Challenges of Strategy Implementation in a Fast Changing World
  • Understand the Importance of Employee Engagement in Delivering Good Performance
  • Recognise How Different Forms of Power Have Influence on Networks and Relationships
  • Discover How Servant Leadership Delivers Added Value to Employees and Customers
  • Understand How Leaders, Culture and Practice Deliver Learning Organisations
  • Review and Reflect on your Leadership Profile and Prepare a Development Plan

Certificate

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

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