Global Learning for Operational Leaders
Professional training course
Strategy, Risks, Negotiation & Leadership
Course Introduction Welcome to this dynamic training course in Strategies, Risks, Negotiation, and Leadership! The outline covers Strategic Planning, Risk Management, Negotiating Skills, and Leadership Skills.
Introduction
Course overview
Course Introduction
Welcome to this dynamic training course in Strategies, Risks, Negotiation, and Leadership! Embracing insights from leaders like Mark Zuckerberg, who emphasizes the importance of taking risks in a rapidly changing world, and Tom Peters, who advocates for quick testing and adaptation, this course is designed to stretch your mindset and enhance your leadership skills. Through engaging and practical sessions, you will learn to navigate uncertainties, implement cutting-edge strategies, and drive performance in a turbulent business environment. Equip yourself with the tools needed to thrive as an exceptional leader and make impactful decisions in today’s fast-paced world.
Training Objectives
By attending this challenging training course, you will know:
- How to Develop an Appreciation and Understanding of Strategies, Risks, Negotiation and Leadership Skills
- How to Master and Apply Effective Negotiation Skills
- How to Engage in Powerful Interpersonal Win-Win Relationship Skills
- How to Build a Strong and Highly Motivated Team
- How to Self-Coach Yourself, with Positive Confidence Skills
Who should Attend?
This training course will give each attendee the understanding and skills to approach strategic and everyday challenges and problems with the awareness, confidence and self-assurance needed to take action and achieve positive results.
This training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Supervisors and Team Leaders
- Current and Potential Strategic Leaders at All Levels
- Those Responsible for Developing and Leading Strategy
- Business Managers of All Levels
Course content
Five focused days of learning and application
Day 1
Strategic Planning
- Introduction to strategy - background, historical developments, major theories
- Strategic Management – a practical approach for every leader
- The steps involved in strategic planning
- Analytical tools and techniques
- The relationships between vision, mission and strategy
- The challenge of implementation
Day 2
Risk Management
- The meaning and nature of risk
- Managing Strategic and operational risks
- To mitigate or not?
- Risk mitigation strategies
- The importance of contingency planning
- Incorporating risk management into governance and strategy development
Day 3
Negotiating Skills
- What ‘Win-Win’ negotiations achieve
- Investigating organisational power
- Approaches and skills for effective negotiations
- The importance of preparation
- Where to draw the line
- Who negotiates and why
Day 4
Leadership Skills
- The strategic role and nature of effective leadership
- Charisma must be earned before it can be implemented
- Which leadership skills are keys to success?
- Leading in uncertain times
- Leading or managing, or both?
- Using persuasion to motivate staff
Day 5
Managing Change
- Communicating effectively
- The challenges of managing change
- Employing empathy whilst delivering objectives
- Gaining support, identifying the change agents
- Team leadership
- Developing a personal action plan for further self-development
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Strategy, Risks, Negotiation & Leadership cover?
This course covers Planning and Strategy Management through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 15 - 19 June 2026, with additional classroom dates and mirrored Online / Live options listed in the course schedules section.
Who should attend this course?
This programme is designed for professionals responsible for strategy, operations, transformation, or delivery leadership.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Yes. The course detail page includes both classroom sessions and Online / Live sessions, with online options aligned to the same course dates for easier planning.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Frankfurt, Rome, Kuala lumpur, Barcelona, London, Munich, Amsterdam.
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