An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Strategic Thinking & Decision Making in Competitive Environments
Creating the Organisation of the Future
CLASSROOM DATES
INTRODUCTION
Today’s business is done in an increasingly competitive and fast-changing environment. Product life-cycles are shortening; technology is changing rapidly; markets are opening globally. Companies now need to think faster, develop quicker and often change radically if they are to achieve profitable growth and create tomorrow’s organisation out of today’s organisation.
This highly interactive EuroMaTech training course on Strategic Thinking & Decision Making in Competitive Environments has been developed for experienced management team members who now need to step up and take new opportunities and at the same time deal with new threats from existing and emerging competitors.
Participants attending the Strategic Thinking & Decision Making in Competitive Environments training course will develop the following specific competencies:
- Business Value Analysis
- Customer Analysis
- Project Choice
- Project Management and Control
- Change and Development
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
EuroMaTech’s Strategic Thinking & Decision Making in Competitive Environments training course aims to help participants to achieve the following objectives:
- Gain an understanding of the workings of competitive markets
- Identify the right tools and techniques to use in market analysis
- Build an effective system for acquiring and processing competitor information
- Understand the processes and the strategic significance of value migration
- Manage simultaneous competitive / collaborative business relationships
- Create sustainable differentiation on the basis of the total business model
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The Strategic Thinking & Decision Making in Competitive Environments training course is suitable for a very wide range of professionals involved in private and public sector organisations and their activities, but it will be particularly beneficial to:
- Strategic Planners
- Top-level Operations Personnel
- Marketing Analysts
- Technical and Research Professionals
- Specialists in Corporate Finance
- Human Resource Team who contribute to long-term Staff Development
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
The Strategic Thinking & Decision Making in Competitive Environments training course will combine presentations with instructor-guided interactive discussions between participating delegates that relate to their individual interests.
In addition practical exercises, video material and case studies will stimulate and support these discussions in order to provide maximum benefit to the participants. Above all, the course leader will make extensive use of case examples and case studies based on real-life strategic issues and situations in which he has been personally involved.
TRAINING SUMMARY
This unique EuroMaTech training course on Strategic Thinking & Decision Making in Competitive Environments covers the critical areas of understanding market trends, value analysis, competitor evaluation and programme / project development.
TRAINING OUTLINE
Day 1 : Evaluating the Business and its Potential
- What is the value structure of a business?
- How and why is this changing?
- The “value chain” and “value ladder” in strategic thinking
- Financial and non-financial evaluation of the business
- Foresight – the most important activity in strategy
- The underlying concept of profitable growth
- Case study
Day 2 : Strategic Analysis in a Competitive Context
- Learning from best practice
- Introducing a strategic mindset
- Managing internal and external relationships in strategy development
- Assessing risk in strategic decisions
- How to review and evaluate initiatives and projects
- Securing the cohesion of strategic programmes and projects
- Case example or case study
Day 3 : Dealing with Choice and Complexity
- Strategic choice 1 – working out what to do and what not to do
- Strategic choice 2 – incorporating agility and contingency provision
- The economics of the “make-versus-buy” decision
- Use of information technology to cope with increasing complexity
- Supply-demand chain optimisation
- Participating in a virtual or extended organisation
- Case study on dealing with complexity
Day 4 : Strategic Decision-Making
- The membership of an effective strategic planning team
- Project evaluation and ranking of opportunities
- Innovation – its place in the strategic decision process
- Risk analysis and risk management – tools and techniques
- Setting project objectives, milestones and performance measures
- Sustaining differentiation on the basis of the total business model
- Case study of a real-life strategic decision
Day 5 : Implementing Strategy and Deciding on Long-Term Development
- Why do most strategic plans never get implemented?
- Strategy implementation – how to break it down and get it done
- Implementation as a “mission critical” management activity
- Plan ahead – only as far as you can see
- Leveraging experience to convert foresight into programmes and projects
- Discussion of delegates’ plans for follow-up action
- Overview and summary of the complete course
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ACCREDITATION
EuroMaTech is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.
Euromatech is a Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA) approved training institute in Dubai, licensed and approved to deliver training courses in the UAE.
The KHDA is the regulatory authority in the UAE, that oversees administering, approving, supervising, and controlling the activities of various education providers in the UAE. We are proud of our commitment to ensuring quality training courses and status as a KHDA-approved training provider.
FAQ
Do you provide assistance with hotel accommodation?
Yes, we can assist you with the following:
- Corporate Discount: If available, we can extend our corporate discount for your stay at selected hotels.
- Hotel Suggestions: We can provide recommendations for nearby hotels based on your preferences and budget.
Feel free to explore online booking platforms for the most cost-effective options.
Do you offer customized training for organizations?
Yes, we provide tailored training solutions designed to meet the specific needs of your organization. Customized courses can be delivered either in-person or online, and you can select the dates and duration that best fit your schedule. For more details, please contact us at [email protected]
What types of training formats do you offer?
We provide two flexible training formats to suit your preferences:
- Classroom Training: Experience in-person learning with expert instructors. Engage in interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and benefit from face-to-face networking.
- Online Training: Join live online sessions from anywhere, offering flexibility for those with busy schedules or who prefer remote learning.
- In-House Training: We can bring our training directly to your organization, allowing for tailored sessions that address your specific needs and objectives.
Can you assist with visa arrangements?
Yes, we can help by issuing an official Letter of Invitation once you’ve confirmed your training registration, which can assist in your visa application process.
Who will be the senior consultant leading the training?
We are happy to share the profiles of our expert instructors. To learn more about their qualifications and experience, please contact us [email protected]
