Seminar content

What you will learn

Managers and directors come from various fields—technical, commercial, financial—but they all need strong strategic management skills to guide their organizations towards future success.

This The Advanced Business Strategist training course is designed for senior leaders to deepen or update their knowledge of strategic management tools and techniques for effective innovation, strategizing, and planning.

In the context of a rapidly shifting and unpredictable global environment, this course addresses the critical challenges of strategic decision-making and change management. It focuses on developing leadership skills necessary for creating strategies, as well as for successfully communicating and implementing organizational change to engage employees and drive progress.


Training Course Objectives

By attending this training course, delegates will be able to:

  • Select appropriate tools for reviewing business and economic context for your business
  • Apply tools and techniques for strategy development, recognising that the order and approach affects decision making
  • Learn about innovative and incremental strategy development
  • Consider the impact of culture on strategy implementation and review effectiveness of current approaches
  • Develop your leadership capabilities to inspire, motivate and engage with all employees


Designed for

This training course is designed for individuals who currently hold or aspire to hold middle and senior management positions and wish to sharpen their analytical skills as well as enhance their ability to communicate effectively to gain commitment to achieving business results. They will be responsible for contributing to the development of corporate strategies and objectives as well as their communication and implementation. They include:

  • Directors and senior managers
  • Team Leaders
  • Corporate strategy, HR and other functional managers
  • Heads of Division
  • Heads of Department


Benefits

Why attend this seminar

  • Build current, practical knowledge in planning and strategy management.
  • Translate the course ideas into actions you can use immediately at work.
  • Review real schedule options across 10 venues and live dates.
  • Connect course detail, venue, and category routes in one workflow.

Methodology

How the course is delivered

  • Structured seminar input and guided discussion.
  • Applied examples using current business situations.
  • Focused explanations based on the stored overview and outline.
  • Clear next steps for implementation after the course.

Target audience

Who this is for

  • Professionals responsible for planning and strategy management.
  • Managers, specialists, and team leads who need applied skills.
  • Participants looking for a focused route into The Advanced Business Strategist.

Seminar details

Detailed outline

Day One: The Strategizing Process

  • Why strategize: 21st century changes and challenges?
  • Psychological aspects of decision making
  • Strategic thinking – who, how, when & why
  • Examples of strategy success and failure
  • The functions and capabilities of a strategic manager
  • Culture and strategic choices


Day Two: The Strategic Process

  • Impact of external change: competitive positioning, technology, regulation
  • Innovation: Blue v Red Ocean strategies
  • The strategy hierarchy
  • Realising the strategies: making them happen
  • Recognising & reacting to disruptive competition
  • Competitive positioning


Day Three: Strategic Management Skills

  • Leadership theories & styles
  • Attributes of successful leaders
  • Strategic skills: traits or contextual
  • Visioning, communicating & framing
  • Team and organisation perspectives on implementing strategies
  • Leading others through the strategic process


Day Four: Managing the Culture

  • The significance of corporate culture
  • Facets of culture: the cultural web
  • The Leaders role in establishing the culture
  • Managing in a multi-cultural corporation
  • Impact of culture on strategy roll out
  • Challenges of mergers & acquisitions


Day Five: Tactics and Plans

  • Employing tactics to achieve objectives
  • What type of plan?
  • Owning and implementing plans
  • Strategic execution: budgeting, forecasting & adjusting to reality
  • Aligning corporate to individual objectives
  • A culture of learning


Dates and locations

Available seminar dates

9 dates
Date City Duration Price
20 - 24 April 2026 Rome - Italy 5 Days €4,250.- Book now
4 - 8 May 2026 Kuala lumpur - Malaysia 5 Days €2,250.- Book now
15 - 19 June 2026 Barcelona - Spain 5 Days €3,850.- Book now
20 - 24 July 2026 London - U.K 5 Days €4,200.- Book now
3 - 7 August 2026 Munich - Germany 5 Days €3,450.- Book now
7 - 11 September 2026 Amsterdam - Netherlands 5 Days €4,250.- Book now
12 - 16 October 2026 Istanbul - Turkey 5 Days €2,850.- Book now
9 - 13 November 2026 Rome - Italy 5 Days €4,250.- Book now
14 - 18 December 2026 Istanbul - Turkey 5 Days €2,850.- Book now

Course certificate

Certificate awarded on completion

Every participant who completes this seminar receives a professional course certificate from INFORAMTECH.

  • Participants receive an INFORAMTECH certificate for completing The Advanced Business Strategist.
  • The certificate recognises attendance and successful participation in the seminar.
  • It can support professional development records within planning and strategy management and related functions.
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Information about

Frequently asked questions

When is my seat confirmed?

Your seat is confirmed once full payment has been received.

Do you offer group discounts?

Yes, we offer the following discounts for group bookings:

  • 2 participants: 20% discount
  • 3 participants: 35% discount
  • 5 or more participants: 50% discount
Can discounts be combined with other offers?

No, discounts cannot be combined unless explicitly stated.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept bank transfers, credit/debit cards, and selected online payment methods.

When do I need to pay?

Full payment must be completed before the course start date to secure your participation.

Is VAT included in the course fee?

VAT treatment depends on your location and status:

  • EU Companies (with valid VAT number): VAT may be reverse charged (0%)
  • EU Individuals (without VAT number): VAT is applicable based on local regulations
  • Non-EU Participants: VAT is generally not applicable (0%)
Can I get a VAT invoice?

Yes, all participants receive an official invoice. EU companies must provide a valid VAT number.

Can I cancel my registration?

Yes, cancellations must be submitted in writing.

What is your refund policy?
  • More than 14 days before the course: Full refund
  • 7-14 days before the course: 50% refund
  • Less than 7 days before the course: No refund
Can I transfer my seat to another person?

Yes, substitutions are allowed at no extra cost if requested before the course start date.

What happens if the course is postponed or canceled?

We reserve the right to reschedule or cancel a course due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, you may:

  • Transfer to another date
  • Receive full refund
Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, all participants will receive a certificate of completion after attending the course.

Is attendance mandatory?

Yes, full attendance is required to receive certification.

Are your courses online or in-person?

We offer both in-person and virtual (live online) training options.

Will course materials be provided?

Yes, all participants receive training materials in digital format.

Are travel and accommodation included?

No, participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation unless otherwise stated.

Can you deliver customized or in-house training?

Yes, we offer tailored training programs based on your organization's needs.

How can I contact you for support?

You can reach us via email info@inforamtech.uk or through our contact form. Our team will respond promptly.

Testimonials

The structure of The Advanced Business Strategist made the topic practical and easy to apply immediately.

Course participant
Planning and Strategy Management

The venue and date options made planning the right session straightforward.

Seminar attendee
Rome - Italy

Clear content, relevant examples, and useful follow-up topics for the next training step.

Learning manager
Professional development

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