Strategy, Leadership & Critical Thinking for Directors Training Course

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We currently have no scheduled session for this Course. If you are interested in running this course, please contact our Training Department at info@glomacs.com

Course Description

MODULES

This training course is split into two modules:

MODULE I - Advanced Strategy for Directors

MODULE II - Leading with Critical Thinking , Creativity and Innovation

Each module is structured and can be taken as a stand-alone training course; however, delegates will maximise their benefits by taking Module 1 and 2 back-to-back as a 2-week training course.

Course Outline

Module I - Advanced Strategy for Directors

DAY 1

Navigating Strategy Through Uncertainty

What strategy ‘is’ and ‘is not’?
Defining the end point: Vision, mission, and objectives
Stakeholders’ points of view
The psychology of regret
The challenge of decision making

DAY 2

Strategic Business Analysis

Analysis: External factors
Industry analysis
Product and industry life cycles
Competitor analysis
Determining priorities

DAY 3

The Role of Leaders in Delivering Strategy

Leadership qualities for strategic management
Cascading goals
Managing conflict across organisational boundaries
Developing and communicating a clear message
Influence, negotiation, and persuasion

DAY 4

Striking a Balance between Data and Creativity

Tracking business performance
Converting data into usable information
Does innovation stem from numbers?
Imagining possible futures (scenarios)
Planning for innovation

DAY 5

Alignment to Strategic Goals

How effective is your performance management process?
Engaging with and motivating staff
Handling strategic drift and ever-changing goals
Identifying change agents
Delegating decisions
Personal development planning

Module II - Leading with Critical Thinking , Creativity and Innovation

DAY 6

Leadership – Igniting the Creative Spark in your Team

Big Picture Thinking – Why are we here? What are we trying to create?
The Big 5 P’s of Creativity – Philosophy, Place, People, Process and Product
Vision Boards – Harnessing the Power of Intention
Tapping into and Motivating Talent
Empowering Individual and Team Creativity
Harnessing the Power of Conflict and Differences

DAY 7

The Creative Brain – Exploring Ways of Thinking

What is Creativity? What is Innovation?
Creativity and Self-Perception
Measuring Creativity
Divergent vs. Convergence Thinking
Lateral Thinking
Left and Right Brain Roles in the Innovation and Creativity Process
Ways to Boost Your Creativity

DAY 8

Creativity and Problem Solving Processes

An Overview of Different Problem Solving Processes
Methods of Analysis
How to Become a Creative Genius
Overcoming Creative Blocks
Mind Mapping – The Swiss Army Knife of the Brain
The Six Hat Approach
A Toolbox of Creative Thinking Methodologies

DAY 9

Critical Thinking - Evaluating and Presenting Ideas

Insight and Intuition – Trusting your Gut
Logical and Intuitive Decision Making
Is this Practical? – A Checklist for Feasibility
Presenting Ideas through Metaphor and Analogy
The Power of Story Telling
The Power of Visuals in Presenting your Ideas
Overcoming Resistance to Change

DAY 10

Creativity and Innovation in a Brave New World

Using Technology to Enhance Creativity
Spotting Trends and Setting Trends
Developing a Creative Working Environment
Develop a Culture of Creativity and Innovation
Learning from Successful Companies
Advice from the Best Creative Minds

Certificates

On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) : In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance

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GLOMACS 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

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Oxford Management Centre

A GLOMACS - Oxford Management Centre collaboration aimed at providing the best training services and benefits to our valued clients.

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The seminar is split into two modules:

MODULE I - Advanced Strategy for Directors

MODULE II - Leading with Critical Thinking ,
Creativity and Innovation

Each module is structured and can be taken as a stand-alone training course; however, delegates will maximise their benefits by taking Module 1 and 2 back-to-back as a two-week training course.

SEMINAR OUTLINE

Module I - Advanced Strategy for Directors

DAY 1

Navigating Strategy Through Uncertainty

What strategy ‘is’ and ‘is not’?
Defining the end point: Vision, mission, and objectives
Stakeholders’ points of view
The psychology of regret
The challenge of decision making

DAY 2

Strategic Business Analysis

Analysis: External factors
Industry analysis
Product and industry life cycles
Competitor analysis
Determining priorities

DAY 3

The Role of Leaders in Delivering Strategy

Leadership qualities for strategic management
Cascading goals
Managing conflict across organisational boundaries
Developing and communicating a clear message
Influence, negotiation, and persuasion

DAY 4

Striking a Balance between Data and Creativity

Tracking business performance
Converting data into usable information
Does innovation stem from numbers?
Imagining possible futures (scenarios)
Planning for innovation

DAY 5

Alignment to Strategic Goals

How effective is your performance management process?
Engaging with and motivating staff
Handling strategic drift and ever-changing goals
Identifying change agents
Delegating decisions
Personal development planning

Module II - Leading with Critical Thinking , Creativity and Innovation

DAY 6

Leadership – Igniting the Creative Spark in your Team

Big Picture Thinking – Why are we here? What are we trying to create?
The Big 5 P’s of Creativity – Philosophy, Place, People, Process and Product
Vision Boards – Harnessing the Power of Intention
Tapping into and Motivating Talent
Empowering Individual and Team Creativity
Harnessing the Power of Conflict and Differences

DAY 7

The Creative Brain – Exploring Ways of Thinking

What is Creativity? What is Innovation?
Creativity and Self-Perception
Measuring Creativity
Divergent vs. Convergence Thinking
Lateral Thinking
Left and Right Brain Roles in the Innovation and Creativity Process
Ways to Boost Your Creativity

DAY 8

Creativity and Problem Solving Processes

An Overview of Different Problem Solving Processes
Methods of Analysis
How to Become a Creative Genius
Overcoming Creative Blocks
Mind Mapping – The Swiss Army Knife of the Brain
The Six Hat Approach
A Toolbox of Creative Thinking Methodologies

DAY 9

Critical Thinking - Evaluating and Presenting Ideas

Insight and Intuition – Trusting your Gut
Logical and Intuitive Decision Making
Is this Practical? – A Checklist for Feasibility
Presenting Ideas through Metaphor and Analogy
The Power of Story Telling
The Power of Visuals in Presenting your Ideas
Overcoming Resistance to Change

DAY 10

Creativity and Innovation in a Brave New World

Using Technology to Enhance Creativity
Spotting Trends and Setting Trends
Developing a Creative Working Environment
Develop a Culture of Creativity and Innovation
Learning from Successful Companies
Advice from the Best Creative Minds

In Association With

Oxford Management Centre

A GLOMACS - Oxford Management Centre collaboration aimed at providing the best training services and benefits to our valued clients.

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An Interactive 10-Day Training Course

Strategy, Leadership & Critical Thinking for Directors

MODULES

DAY 1

Navigating Strategy Through Uncertainty

DAY 2

Strategic Business Analysis

DAY 3

The Role of Leaders in Delivering Strategy

DAY 4

Striking a Balance between Data and Creativity

DAY 5

Alignment to Strategic Goals

DAY 6

Leadership – Igniting the Creative Spark in your Team

DAY 7

The Creative Brain – Exploring Ways of Thinking

DAY 8

Creativity and Problem Solving Processes

DAY 9

Critical Thinking - Evaluating and Presenting Ideas

DAY 10

Creativity and Innovation in a Brave New World

Endorsed Education Provider

In Association With