Strategic Planning Training in Athens

This instructor-led, live training in Athens (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level / intermediate-level / advanced-level professionals who wish to attract top international candidates with minimal effort.  

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Go From a Briefing Call to a SAM
• Design Modern and Catchy Job Descriptions
• Apply Employer Branding & EVP Strategies
• Post Single or Multiple Job ADS
• Receive a Tailored Long-List

Overview

This five-day programme is designed to equip delegates with advanced strategic thinking, planning, and management capabilities, covering the tactical and operational necessities for successful execution in high-pressure environments. Participants will address critical challenges such as conflict resolution, change management, effective leadership qualities, and team motivation. Through interactive case studies and industry-specific examples, delegates will share their experiences and challenges to co-create practical, work-oriented solutions that can be immediately applied in their professional roles.

The primary aim of the programme is to empower executives to scan the business landscape for profitable opportunities and develop strategies that secure a competitive advantage in today's crowded marketplace. Additionally, the course provides insights into leadership best practices and behaviors, strengthening executives' capacity to navigate the complexities and uncertainties associated with managing high-performance organizations.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, delegates will be able to:

• Identify the primary challenges faced by organizations;
• Describe various approaches to organizational development planning;
• Analyze the current business environment and its influencing factors;
• Evaluate internal and external organizational resources;
• Explain strategies for managing strategy and integrating it into the business plan;
• Assess alternative development strategies to recommend those best suited to the firm’s needs;
• Apply a deeper understanding of strategic development plans;
• Objectively discuss the risks, benefits, and costs of implementing a new strategy, including team conflict management;
• Define approaches to managing identified risks;
• Analyze the potential positive and negative impacts on the firm resulting from new strategy implementation;
• Design policies, systems, and processes to successfully execute strategic plans;
• Outline the key steps in change management.

Who Should Attend

• Product/Service Managers
• Newly appointed or established Managers and Team Leaders
• Heads of Operations
• Senior Bank Managers
• Human Resource Managers
• Operations Managers
• Marketing Managers

Methodology
The course combines facilitated workshops with case studies derived from published real-life examples and practical experience. Attendees will have opportunities to collaborate in small groups to synthesize ideas and strategies, applying the material to their own organizations or departments. Open forum discussions will also play a central role in the learning process.

This course is designed for decision-makers whose primary objective is not to perform calculations or conduct analysis themselves, but to comprehend these processes and select the most appropriate statistical methods for their organization's strategic planning.

For instance, a prospective participant may need to decide how many samples must be collected before determining whether to launch a product.

If you require a more comprehensive course covering the fundamentals of statistical thinking, please consider our 5-day 'Statistics for Managers' training.

Designed for investors, business owners, directors, managers, executives, and analysts seeking to build strategic planning capabilities, this training course bridges the gap between theory and action. It is not an academic exercise but a practical guide to turning your aspirations into reality from day one.

The curriculum emphasizes strategic planning for dynamic businesses, where agility and continuous learning are paramount. By leveraging current, real-world examples, the focus remains on corporate and investment strategy. Each participant will have the chance to draft a strategic plan and understand how to execute it effectively in practice.