The Oxford Advanced Strategy for Directors & Leaders

By the end of this Oxford Advanced Strategy for Directors & Leaders training course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the dynamics of strategic planning in unpredictable environments
• Apply advanced tools to assess market conditions, internal capabilities, and competitive positioning
• Enhance leadership effectiveness through clear, strategic communication
• Integrate data analysis with creative thinking to generate strategic options
• Align teams and organisational systems to ensure successful implementation
• Engage stakeholders and foster a culture of shared strategic ownership

This Oxford Advanced Strategy for Directors & Leaders training course will utilise a variety of proven highly interactive adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes facilitated group and individual exercises, case studies, role-play, and videos. The instructor will also facilitate learning by encouraging the delegates to test and critically appraise any theories and concepts on the training course.

Organisations that invest in strategic development at the leadership level will gain:

• Stronger leadership alignment with market shifts and strategic direction
• Enhanced responsiveness to political, economic, social, and technological factors
• Improved decision-making through data-informed strategic planning
• Greater clarity in communication channels across departments and leadership levels
• Elevated performance management systems aligned with strategic priorities
• Agile leadership capable of driving transformation and competitive advantage

Participants will develop high-level strategic and leadership capabilities that enhance their career growth and impact:

• Mastery of strategic frameworks and diagnostic tools
• Deeper insight into leadership psychology and group decision-making
• Enhanced confidence in developing and communicating organisational strategy
• Practical skills to foster collaboration and strategic alignment
• Greater readiness for Board-level responsibilities and leadership challenges
• Exposure to diverse perspectives and best practices in strategy

This KC Academy "The Oxford Advanced Strategy for Directors & Leaders" training course is designed with high-level content for directors and senior leaders. It is suited to directors and top management with aspirations for Board appointments:

• Directors
• Senior Managers
• Managers with Board level aspirations
• Planners providing information to the Board
• Functional leaders e.g. HR, ICT contributing to Board decisions