Ideal for established executives, senior managers and business owners, this introductory course is also perfect for newcomers with no business experience or acumen. Our free strategic planning course concludes with an online assessment, after which you will be able to claim a certificate of completion as proof of your new skills.
Sign up online for this free course with Oxford Home Study Centre today, or contact a member of our admissions team anytime for more information.
By the end of this course the learner will be able to:
- Identify the values that support the company
- Define the vision for the company
- Write a mission statement that explains what the company’s purpose is
- Complete meaningful SWOT analyses
- Apply tools and techniques to create a strategic plan that directs the organization from the executive to the front line
- Implement, evaluate, and review a strategic plan
- Identify how related tools, such as the strategy map and balanced scorecard, can help you develop a strategic plan
All free online certificate courses at Oxford Home Study Centre are 100% free of charge from start to finish. There is no enrolment fee, all study aids are provided via our online learning platform and all of our courses are self-paced for total flexibility.
Our exclusive free courses provide the perfect opportunity to expand your knowledge, develop new skills and explore new professions. Upon completion of your free online certificate course, you will have the option of claiming one of three different types of certificates for a small fee:
- An official Course Completion Certificate from Oxford Home Study Centre
- A CPD Accredited Certificate to boost your CPD profile
- An Endorsed Certificate issued by the Quality Licence Scheme
Each of these certificates could prove helpful in supporting future job applications, or helping you climb the career ladder with your current employer. All certificates are 100% optional upon successful completion of your course - available to purchase with your preferred postage option.
For more information on certificate costs, head over to our pricing page or contact a member of the team at Oxford Home Study Centre anytime.
COURSE CONTENT
Topics of interest covered in this exclusive free Strategic Planning course include the following:
- The Strategic Planning Pyramid
- The Vision Process
- Defining Your Mission Statement
- Performing a SWOT Analysis
- Setting Goals with SPIRIT
- Assigning Roles, Responsibilities, and Accountabilities
- Establishing Priorities
- Change Management
- Planning for Problems
- The Balanced Scorecard
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Course Info
| Course Level | Short Course |
| Awarding Body | OHSC |
| Course Duration | 20 Hours |
| Entry Requirements | Open to All |
| Start Date | Ongoing |
