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Strategic Thinking, Analysis and Planning for Optimum Success

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Strategic Thinking, Analysis and Planning for Optimum Success

Enhance Strategic Thinking and Planning Capabilities to allow your business to
successfully move in the right direction.

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Course Summary

This GLOMACS Strategic Thinking, Analysis and Planning for Optimum Success training course has been carefully designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge and tools needed to develop and implement effective business strategies. It provides a deep understanding of how strategic thinking influences organisational performance and long-term success. Participants will gain practical insights into culture, innovation, and leadership – critical drivers of strategic excellence in today’s fast-changing business environment.

Throughout this training course, delegates will explore structured analytical techniques, cultural alignment strategies, and innovation frameworks to strengthen decision-making capabilities. This highly interactive training course will enable participants to enhance their leadership impact, drive performance, and contribute to organisational transformation with confidence and clarity.

  • Master modern strategic thinking principles
  • Develop analytical and planning capabilities
  • Align culture with business strategy
  • Enhance innovation and change leadership
  • Drive organisational performance and growth
Course Outline
Day 1

Strategic Thinking, Analysis and Planning

  • Recognise How Strategic Thinking has Developed and How it Influences Strategies
  • Understand the Importance of Vision and Values
  • The Power of Organisational Culture: Shaping behaviours and driving performance
  • Assessing and Defining Culture: Diagnosing your current culture and desired state
  • Cultural Alignment: Aligning culture with strategy for maximum impact
  • Cultural Transformation: Strategies for implementing and managing culture change
  • Building a High-Performance Culture: Cultivating a culture of excellence
  • Distinguish between the Process of Formulating and Implementing Strategy and anticipate where strategy may next develop
Day 2

Mapping Strategic Options

  • Five-Step Strategy Model
  • The Strategy Diamond Model (Hambrick and Fredrickson, 2001)
  • The Business Model Canvas
  • The Balanced Scorecard
  • Porter’s Five Forces – Assessing the Balance of Power in a Business Situation
  • Diversification – Reducing Business Risk
Day 3

Core Strategic Tools

  • SWOT, TOWS and PESTLE Analysis
  • Critical Success Factors (CSFs)
  • Understanding the Components of Success
  • The McKinsey 7S Model
  • Predicting Competitor Behaviour
  • Exceeding Customer Expectations
Day 4

Strategic Options for Competitive Advantage

  • USP (Unique Selling Proposition) Analysis
  • Ohmae’s 3C Model – Bringing Together Different Aspects of Strategic Thinking
  • Competitive Intelligence
  • Porter’s Generic Strategies and The 5 P’s of Strategy (Henry Mintzberg)
  • The Role of Innovation in Strategy: Driving Growth Through Creativity and creating a culture of Innovation
  • Ideation Techniques: Generating and Evaluating Innovative Ideas and using Design Thinking
  • Managing Disruptive Change: Embracing and Capitalising on Industry Disruptions
  • Innovation Implementation: Turning Ideas into Actionable Initiatives
Day 5

Strategic Problem Solving and Decision Making Tools

  • Problem Solving and Decision Making Process
  • 7 Key Steps of Strategic Decision Making
  • Framing of Decisions
  • Asking the Right Questions and Assessing Risks and Analyzing Problems
  • Six Thinking Hats
  • Change Management Communication: Communicating Change Initiatives Effectively
  • Building a Personal Brand: Enhancing Your Professional Reputation
Certificates
  • Upon successful completion of the classroom-based 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
  • Upon successful completion of the online training course, a GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to all delegates. Guided Learning Hours – In accordance with ISO 9001:2015–certified quality management standards, one Guided Learning Hour is awarded for every 60 minutes of attendance.
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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.

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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

If you would like further information about these training courses, our team is available to provide professional guidance and support. We are pleased to assist with course selection, the registration process, and any other related enquiries.

For personalised assistance or detailed enquiries, please contact our team on +966 (54) 286 8546 or email us at [email protected]

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.

Saudi GLOMACS offers professional training across a wide range of disciplines, including administration, leadership and management, governance and regulation, law, oil and gas, energy, engineering, finance, digital technologies, and sector-specific specialisations.

Training supports professionals across all career stages, from operational roles to specialist and senior responsibilities.

Participants include professionals from public sector, semi-government, and private sector organisations, across a wide range of roles and industries. Attendees range from administrative and operational professionals to technical specialists, managers, and senior decision-makers.

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