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Strategic Thinking, Analysis & Business Planning

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Strategic Thinking, Analysis & Business Planning

Turning Strategy into Action and Results

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
30 Mar - 03 Apr 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
08 - 12 Jun 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
22 - 26 Jun 2026 London $ 5,950
13 - 17 Jul 2026 New York $ 7,950
20 - 24 Jul 2026 Geneva $ 5,950
10 - 14 Aug 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
24 - 28 Aug 2026 London $ 5,950
14 - 18 Sep 2026 Prague $ 5,950
28 Sep - 02 Oct 2026 Amsterdam $ 5,950
19 - 23 Oct 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
02 - 06 Nov 2026 London $ 5,950
16 - 20 Nov 2026 Paris $ 5,950
14 - 18 Dec 2026 New York $ 7,950
21 - 25 Dec 2026 London $ 5,950
28 Dec - 01 Jan 2027 Dubai $ 5,950
11 - 15 Jan 2027 London $ 5,950
29 Mar - 02 Apr 2027 Dubai $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
08 - 12 Jun 2026 Online $ 3,950
05 - 09 Oct 2026 Online $ 3,950

Course Summary

This Strategic Thinking, Analysis & Business Planning training course gives you a robust practical framework to formulate, develop, and implement plans to achieve strategic goals and realize your vision. It shows you how to break out of reacting to day-to-day problems, so you can build a team or organization that is more proactive and resilient to change.

A key feature of this training course is a comprehensive strategic management system that guides you through the steps needed to develop the right strategy then translate it into a business plan that provides the foundation for achieving strategic alignment of operational plans and individual objectives with your business model.

This GLOMACS Strategic Thinking, Analysis & Business Planning training course highlights:

  • The difference between good and bad strategies
  • Improving the performance of an existing company / division / department when faced with major change in business conditions
  • Balancing financial and non-financial objectives and goals
  • Developing an existing company / division / department
  • Aligning all activity to focus on the strategic goals and not be distracted by less important issues
Course Outline
Day 1

Strategic Thinking and Planning

  • The essence of strategy – core concept and definition of terms
  • The difference between good strategy and bad strategy
  • How to think strategically – practical techniques?
  • Leadership and management, comparing strategy and operations
  • Strategic and operational goals – The significance and difference
  • Using the strategic management system
Day 2

Developing Strategy – The Power of Business Analysis

  • Understanding the importance and value of a “Business Model”
  • Vision, values, mission and goals – Strategy as perspective
  • Analysing your business environment
  • How to evaluate your organisation’s competencies and capabilities?
  • Resource-based approaches to strategy
Day 3

Strategy Development, Choice and Translation

  • Levels of strategy: Corporate, business and functional
  • Competitive strategy – Strategy as position
  • Emergent strategies – Strategy as patterns
  • Uncertainty and scenarios – Strategy as plans
  • Strategic choice – How to select the best strategy
  • Translating strategy with strategy maps and balanced scorecards
Day 4

Embedding Strategy in the Organisation

  • Communicating strategy and managing stakeholders
  • How to manage strategic risk?
  • Alignment of operations with strategy
  • Strategic performance measurement
  • Managing implementation – Effective Execution of Strategy
  • Integrating strategic and operational management processes
Day 5

Bringing It All Together

  • Building a strategy / Business planning team
  • Analysing business models and strategies in an industry
  • Understanding and overcoming psychological bias
  • Overview of the whole course
  • Action planning and next steps
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.
Providers and Associations

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NASBA

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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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