Organisations are dealing with an increasingly complex and fast-changing world. As such, they need to adapt quickly, while being able to anticipate future trends and challenges.
Gain an improved general understanding of strategic thinking and encourage the development of a strategic mindset by attending this course, where the focus is on strategic thinking as opposed to strategic planning.
Strategic thinking is about a mindset that allows one to set long-term targets, match resources and secure lasting success. It is about having a vision; being acutely aware of what is going on around you so you can see trends and spot opportunities; and seeing the big picture – the connections between different people and events (system thinking); and using creativity to come up with innovative ideas.
Participants will therefore be encouraged to think about how to use system thinking, creativity and imagination to see and create opportunities and anticipate challenges.
Some of the benefits of strategic thinking for an organisation and its employees include:
Employees’ job satisfaction and engagement
Innovation and being able to identify opportunities
Problem-solving
Better collaboration and communication
Risk management
Increased efficiency and productivity
COURSE OBJECTIVES
TARGET AUDIENCE
COURSE CONTENT
Understand what strategic thinking entails.
Identify the key components and the benefits of strategic thinking.
Explore strategies and tools to use to help you think strategically.
Set up an action plan to help you implement strategic thinking in the workplace.
Strategic thinking is applicable to all and is not level or role dependent. This course will therefore be of benefit to anyone new to the concept of strategic thinking and to anyone who wishes to refresh their knowledge.
Strategic Thinking – What It Is and What It Involves
