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Strategic Communication: Thinking, Planning and Execution

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Strategic Communication: Thinking, Planning and Execution

Involve, Inspire, Influence

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
23 - 27 Mar 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
20 - 24 Apr 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
18 - 22 May 2026 London $ 5,950
29 Jun - 03 Jul 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
24 - 28 Aug 2026 London $ 5,950
21 - 25 Sep 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
26 - 30 Oct 2026 London $ 5,950
23 - 27 Nov 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
28 Dec - 01 Jan 2027 London $ 5,950
25 - 29 Jan 2027 Amsterdam $ 5,950
15 - 19 Mar 2027 Riyadh $ 5,950
22 - 26 Mar 2027 Dubai $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
18 - 22 May 2026 Online $ 3,950
26 - 30 Oct 2026 Online $ 3,950

Course Summary

In an environment where organisations compete for attention across multiple stakeholder groups, effective strategic communication is crucial for building trust, managing reputation, and conveying priorities with clarity. This course equips participants with the skills to scan the horizon for issues, analyse trends, and develop communication strategies that deliver real organisational value. Participants will explore how to align communication activities with corporate strategy, assess communication environments, and match messages with strategic intent. The Strategic Communication: Thinking, Planning and Execution training course enables communications professionals and managers to design, plan, and execute communication strategies that support organisational objectives and stakeholder engagement.

Through a practical and immersive five-day experience, the course examines best practices and tools for strategic planning, audience analysis, risk identification, and outcome measurement. The content emphasises applying strategic thinking to communication challenges, with techniques that help organisations achieve measurable impact and influence. Participants will learn frameworks to research, design, and evaluate communication campaigns grounded in organisational goals. The Strategic Communication: Thinking, Planning and Execution training course prepares professionals to deliver communication strategies that advance organisational priorities in complex environments.

Skills & Competencies

From this Strategic Communication: Thinking, Planning and Execution training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • Strategic communication planning
  • Stakeholder analysis and engagement
  • Trend scanning and environmental assessment
  • Risk and issue management in communication
  • Message tailoring and audience segmentation
  • Evaluation and impact measurement

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of Strategic Communication: Thinking, Planning and Execution training course, you will learn to:

  • Understand organisational strategy and key communication issues.
  • Define strategic communication objectives and tactics.
  • Conduct environmental scanning and trend analysis.
  • Design communication plans that engage key audiences.
  • Identify communication risks and plan evaluation methods.

How You Will Learn

Participants will explore strategic communication theory and practice through structured presentations, best practice examples, and reflection on real organisational scenarios. Emphasis is placed on applying strategic frameworks to communication challenges, analysing trends, and planning targeted stakeholder engagement activities. Learning develops through immersive exercises that bridge conceptual understanding with practical execution.

Who should Attend?

This training course is designed for professionals involved in corporate communication, public relations, stakeholder engagement, and organisational strategy.

This Strategic Communication: Thinking, Planning and Execution training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Communications professionals
  • Directors with communications responsibilities
  • Corporate communications managers
  • Public relations officers / managers
  • Public affairs and marketing professionals
Course Outline
Day 1

Why is Strategic Communication Important?

This session focuses on the foundational role of strategic communication and its relationship with organisational strategy. Participants explore how communication structures and strategy interact to support organisational goals. The topics covered will include:   

  • Why is communication important – and what is ‘strategic’?
  • It starts with the corporate strategy
  • Exploring corporate strategy to define your role
  • The place of business and communications plans
  • Structures for Communications strategies and plans
  • Applying these insights to your organisation
Day 2

Researching Strategy

This day emphasises scanning organisational environments and analysing trends that inform communication planning. Participants learn analytical tools and research skills to support communication strategy. The topics covered will include:   

  • The big picture – analysing trends
  • Using SWOT, PEST and PESTLE
  • Analysing Opportunities and Threats
  • Over the horizon events – early warnings
  • Research skills
  • Research sources
Day 3

Stakeholder Communications

This day focuses on identifying and planning communication activities for various stakeholder groups. Participants examine negotiation, persuasion skills, and messaging strategies for engagement. The topics covered will include:   

  • Mapping your regular stakeholders
  • Identifying ‘situational stakeholders’ by project and issue
  • Planning stakeholder communication activities
  • Recognising the need for campaigns
  • The skills of negotiation and persuasion
  • Stakeholder narrative and messaging
Day 4

Communications Strategy

This day explores the development of communication strategies that align with organisational vision, mission, values, and objectives. Participants learn to create actionable plans and KPIs. The topics covered will include:   

  • Vision, mission, values and strategy
  • Account management and business communications strategies
  • SMART objectives
  • Creating KPIs and CSFs
  • Developing your communications plans
  • Consulting on your draft strategy
Day 5

Evaluation

This day focuses on evaluating communication outcomes and using data to measure impact. Participants learn tools and techniques that support evidence-based communication decisions. The topics covered will include:  

  • Communication – what can be measured
  • Gathering and using data
  • Making your data gathering plan
  • Acquiring the tools – your ‘tech stack.’
  • Making strategy happen
  • Reporting to the C Suite
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 Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this training course in-house allows organisations to tailor communication strategies and planning frameworks to their unique industry context, corporate objectives, and stakeholder networks. Customisation ensures relevance to real organisational communication challenges and supports internal alignment for strategic impact.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

Official Saudi Presence

Official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS with established global credibility.

International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

Trusted by professionals and institutions across public and private sectors.

Flexible Delivery

Training courses delivered within Saudi Arabia and across international locations.

Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this Strategic Communication: Thinking, Planning and Execution training course:

  • Enhanced alignment of communication with corporate strategy
  • Improved stakeholder engagement and influence
  • Better anticipation of trends and external risks
  • Stronger communication planning and execution capability
  • More robust measurement of communication outcomes
  • Greater confidence in strategic messaging and reputation management
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Frequently Asked Question

No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

No. While governance and leadership are part of the portfolio, Saudi GLOMACS delivers training across the entire business and professional lifecycle, including administrative, technical, legal, regulatory, and sector-specific training.

No. Our training courses are delivered globally through international locations and online platforms, enabling participants from Saudi Arabia and around the world to learn together. This global delivery approach ensures exposure to diverse perspectives, international best practices, and cross-cultural insights while maintaining strong relevance to regional and organisational needs.

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Yes. Saudi GLOMACS designs and delivers bespoke in-house training tailored to organisational objectives, sector requirements, and workforce needs. Training can be delivered in Saudi Arabia or internationally, depending on requirements.

Yes, in-house and customised strategy training courses are available to support organisations seeking tailored strategic capability development. These courses can be aligned with your industry context, organisational challenges, and long-term strategic objectives.

For further details or to discuss customisation requirements, you may call or WhatsApp +966 (54) 286 8546 or email [email protected] . You can also submit a detailed enquiry through our in-house training page at: https://sa.glomacs.com/in-house-seminars

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Courses delivered in Saudi Arabia are adapted to reflect local regulatory frameworks, organisational structures, sector conditions, and professional expectations. This ensures training is relevant, practical, and aligned with Saudi workplace realities.

GLOMACS has been delivering professional training for over thirty years, with courses delivered across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other international markets.

Saudi GLOMACS combines three decades of global training experience with a clear focus on Saudi market relevance. This allows it to deliver training that is both internationally credible and locally applicable, across a broader range of disciplines than niche or single-focus providers.

Saudi GLOMACS is a Saudi-based professional training provider delivering courses tailored to the Saudi market and applicable internationally. It operates within the global GLOMACS framework and draws on more than three decades of international training experience.

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