Strategic Planning in Practice Training Course

The training is tailored to assist anyone considering the implementation or involvement in a balanced scorecard project.

A brand's digital presence is essential for a business's survival in today's connected world.

This instructor-led, live training is aimed at marketing professionals of all levels who wish to strengthen a business's online brand positioning, evaluate brand performance and manage brand image and reputation through conducting a thorough Online Brand Audit.

The sum of multiple online touch points will ultimately shape how your target audiences perceive your company, and whether or not they choose to do business with you.

An online brand audit has become standard practice for businesses to evaluate and strengthen their brand positioning in a given market.

In addition to assessing your brand's owned online assets for strengths and weaknesses, this audit will dissect how your brand is being spoken about on online channels your business doesn't own, to evaluate brand perception.

By the end of conducting an online brand audit, you'll be empowered to develop a transformative brand marketing strategy that aligns with greater business goals.

Although this course falls under the category of 'Brand Management', it touches so many other disciplines within an organization; from customer experience and online user journeys to uncovering insights to marketing strategy and planning.

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

• Evaluate a brand's online presence for strengths and weaknesses.
• Uncover a business's online reputation and image.
• Identify and strengthen a brand's positioning in a given market.
• Build a results-driven brand strategy and integrated online marketing communication plan.
• Conduct a competitive brand analysis and build industry perceptual maps.
• Conduct an SEO audit.
• Learn the updated SEO guidelines in the age of AI.
• Uncover valuable insights about how different customer groups perceive a business and its products or services.
• Administer online social listening.
• Use AI to make conducting routine brand audits more efficient.

As the pace of change accelerates in digital business and Business 3.0, organizational boundaries and alliances are constantly evolving. To thrive in this new knowledge economy, teams and individuals need to learn how to resolve conflicts more effectively while maintaining long-term relationships. Unfortunately, most professionals receive very little education in effective conflict resolution, leading to situations where conflict is either avoided, responses are passive-aggressive, or worse, schoolyard bullying becomes the dominant means of resolving disputes.

This instructor-led, live training (onsite or remote) is aimed at executives, leaders, teams, and business professionals who wish to learn how to resolve conflicts using practical, simple-to-follow yet highly effective conflict models. By the end of the course, you will have experience with 14 powerful plug-and-play tools that can help you resolve conflicts while maintaining positive relationships in the workplace.

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

• Identify the five stages of effective conflict resolution.
• Agree on how to handle conflict before it arises.
• Manage themselves positively through conflict.
• Work with proven methods to resolve conflicts faster and more effectively.
• Rehearse conflict scenarios to achieve better outcomes.
• Learn from past conflicts to approach future ones differently.

The program includes simulations, role-playing activities, and interactive workshops to provide the necessary practical experience. The course emphasizes fun, interactive, practical, visual, and analogy-based learning to help embed the models while moving at a fast pace. You can expect to explore topics ranging from buildings to emotions, preparing your conflict dish, lemmings, leading 20th-century psychologists, Harvard Business models, Yogic breathing, kidnapping, rice, chairs, and Les Miserables.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Plenty of exercises and practice.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Acquire a deeper understanding and gain valuable insights into the importance of investing in corporate social responsibility, philanthropy, and sustainability. The training is delivered in an engaging, interactive format and features numerous case studies to enhance learning.

Enterprise IT governance is crucial for aligning technology initiatives with business strategies, ensuring the delivery of value, and managing risks effectively.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or on-site) is designed for advanced-level IT governance professionals who wish to deepen their understanding of governance frameworks, value delivery, and risk management while preparing for advanced certification.

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

• Apply governance frameworks to align IT with business goals.
• Optimize value delivery through strategic investments and benefit realization.
• Evaluate and mitigate enterprise risks, including emerging threats.
• Develop strategies for optimizing IT resources and making informed sourcing decisions.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Extensive exercises and practice sessions.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Audience

This course has been designed for analysts and forecasters who are looking to introduce or enhance their forecasting capabilities, which can pertain to sales forecasting, economic forecasting, technology forecasting, supply chain management, and demand or supply forecasting.

Description

This course guides participants through a series of methodologies, frameworks, and algorithms that are useful for predicting future trends based on historical data.

It utilizes standard tools such as Microsoft Excel and open-source programs like the R project.

The principles covered in this course can be applied using any software (e.g., SAS, SPSS, Statistica, MINITAB).

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level financial analysts who wish to learn how to use OneStream for financial analysis, reporting, and data-driven decision-making, and prepare for relevant OneStream certifications.

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

• Understand the core functionalities of OneStream XF.
• Navigate the OneStream interface and workspace.
• Load, transform, and validate financial data.
• Build and analyze financial reports and dashboards.
• Use OneStream’s workflow automation features for financial planning and consolidation.
• Prepare for OneStream certification exams (e.g., OneStream Certified Professional - Financial Modeler (OCP-FM), OneStream Implementation Consultant, etc.).

INTRODUCTION

The convergence of globalisation, transformed markets, intense competition, and new technologies has sharpened the focus on ensuring that every internal programme and project achieves its intended results. Stakeholders now demand that organisations manage both internal and external forces of change through programmes that will enable them to thrive in a dynamic environment. This unique seminar delves into the principles and practices of Results-Based Management (RBM), emphasizing accountability for outcomes.

This Results-Based Management training course equips staff and managers with the skills needed to align, develop, and review ongoing planning and reporting processes essential for the success of any public or private programme. The seminar provides a comprehensive understanding of the methods required to bring different business teams together to (a) better manage and measure the outcomes of their respective programmes and projects; (b) maintain control over projects; and (c) achieve stated objectives and goals.

This training course will highlight:

• The various processes involved in Results-Based Management (RBM)
• The crucial role of monitoring in demonstrating the performance of programmes and projects and guiding the implementation process towards intended results
• Developing realistic programme objectives and measures to assess project outcomes and impact
• Creating a results-based project framework
• Scheduling and reporting for projects and programmes
• Monitoring, evaluating, and enhancing the effectiveness of a programme

OBJECTIVES

This training course is designed to achieve five key objectives. By the end of the session, you will learn how to:

• Apply current best practices in Results-Based Management (RBM)
• Demonstrate the potential for Results-Based Management (RBM)
• Design an RBM approach that involves all stakeholders
• Control RBM projects and measure outcomes effectively
• Enable your teams to apply Results-Based Management (RBM) in their activities

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

This training seminar utilizes a variety of learning tools, including:

• Case studies based on real-life examples of RBM
• Round table discussions to review and qualify actual projects—whether ongoing or in the planning stage—by group members
• Video references illustrating the skills necessary to achieve results
• Presentation media outlining the steps to achieve RBM
• Open discussions on ideas and experiences with participants

ORGANISATIONAL IMPACT

The organisation will benefit from this training seminar in the following ways:

• Enhance understanding of the principles, norms, standards, processes, and responsibilities governing planning, monitoring, and evaluation
• Overcome resistance to using Results-Based Management
• Develop more efficient methods for controlling costs and outcomes
• Ensure staff members consistently bring results to the forefront of their ongoing planning and reporting documents
• Avoid common pitfalls that delay and burden projects

PERSONAL IMPACT

The participants of this RBM training seminar will enjoy many personal and professional benefits, including:

• Helping staff focus on issues that deliver maximum results to their ongoing planning and hard work
• Improving communication skills to secure stakeholder "buy-in" and enhance expectations for influence
• Reduce the risks associated with long-term projects that could lead to disappointing results or failure
• Learn the importance of monitoring and evaluation techniques in achieving successful outcomes
• Overcome stakeholder resistance by providing solid evidence to secure funding

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

The NobleProg course “Result-Based Management” is designed for experienced managers from any specialism within your organisation who are responsible for the successful execution of programmes and projects. It aims to develop high-level managerial skills crucial for achieving and sustaining continuous performance improvement.

This training course will particularly benefit the following professionals:

• Strategic and Operational Planning Specialists
• Supply Chain and Logistics Team Members
• Financial Managers
• Marketing and Business Development Staff
• Human Resource Managers

Overview

This 5-day course is designed to help delegates enhance their strategic thinking, planning, and management skills, including the tactical and operational requirements for successful implementation in high-stakes environments. The course will address challenging issues such as conflict management, managing change, leadership qualities, and team motivation. Through interactive case studies and sector-specific examples, participants will be encouraged to share their experiences and challenges, fostering practical and work-focused solutions they can apply back at their organizations.

The primary goal of the programme is to equip executives with the skills to analyze the business environment to identify profitable opportunities and develop strategies for gaining a competitive edge in an increasingly competitive market. Additionally, the programme will provide insights into best leadership practices and behaviors that will enhance the capacity of executives to manage the complexities and uncertainties of high-performance organizations.

Learning Objectives

After completing this course, delegates will be able to:

• Identify the main challenges faced by an organization;
• Explain various approaches to organizational development planning;
• Analyze the current business environment and its impact on the organization;
• Evaluate internal and external resources available to the organization;
• Discuss different strategies for managing strategy within the business plan;
• Assess alternative development strategies to recommend those best suited to the firm's needs;
• Gain a deeper understanding of strategic development plans;
• Objectively discuss the risks, benefits, and costs associated with implementing new strategies, including managing team conflict;
• Define methods for managing identified risks;
• Analyze potential impacts (both positive and negative) on their organization resulting from the implementation of new strategies;
• Develop policies, systems, and processes to successfully implement strategic plans;
• Cover key steps in change management.

Who Should Attend

• Product/Service Managers
• Newly appointed and experienced 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 drawn from both published real-life examples and practical experience. Participants will have the opportunity to work in small groups to synthesize ideas and strategies, applying the material to their own organizations or departments. Open forum discussions will also be a key component of the learning process.

This course has been designed for decision-makers whose primary objective is not to perform calculations and analyses but to understand them thoroughly. The goal is to be able to select the appropriate statistical methods that are relevant for the strategic planning of the organization.

For instance, a potential participant might need to decide how many samples should be collected before determining whether a product will be launched or not.

If you require a more comprehensive course that covers the fundamentals of statistical thinking, consider our 5-day "Statistics for Managers" training.

In this instructor-led, live training in Slovakia, we walk new managers through the most important concepts of strategic thinking, putting theory into practice through task-based activities based on real-life cases. Participants get a unique opportunity to learn new ways of thinking, implement key concepts to solve problems, reflect on how these principles apply to their own work, and listen to and share their own perspectives with their instructor and class peers.

Audience

Senior Managers who require a deeper understanding of Strategic Management and its practical application

Format of the course

The course is delivered through a combination of:

• Interactive Discussions
• Slide Presentations
• Case Studies and Examples

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Identify key factors that contribute to effective strategic leadership and their connection to a robust organizational climate
• Explain various strategic business models and how they can impact their own organization
• Understand the essential concepts for building high-performing teams and managing change effectively
• Define and apply key financial metrics to measure strategic success

Audience

This course is designed for all staff members who need a broader perspective on their role within the organization, how they contribute to its success, and how they can enhance their impact.

Format of the Course

The course will be delivered through a combination of:

• Facilitated Discussions
• Slide Presentations
• Practical Exercises

By the End of the Workshop, Attendees Will Be Able to:

• Explain the concept of "brand" and how they can influence it
• Understand the change management process and your company’s role within it
• Outline the key principles that underpin any business transformation
• Appreciate the significance of customer and stakeholder relationships in the effective operation of a business
• Define the financial aspects of the business and their specific contribution to it
• Identify the critical elements of negotiation to achieve the best outcomes for their part of the business