Strategic
Decision Making

• The mechanisms and psychology of decision-making
• Decision-making strategies that align with visions, values, and culture
• Effective communication strategies for decision-making
• Use of analytical reasoning to evaluate competitive and risk scenarios

PART I – THE PROCESS OF DECISION-MAKING

• Understanding the psychology of decision making
• Cognitive biases and limitations and how to use this information when making decisions
• Balancing risk and reward
• How to think about decisions: thinking about objectives and preferences, uncertainties, risks, and options

PART 2 – CREATING STRATEGIES FOR DECISION-MAKING

• Making a distinction between decisions and problems
• Learning how to analyse decisional options
• Defining and creating strategic models for decision-making
• Implementing strategies
• Understanding problem-solving theory and practice, including creative approaches

PART 3 – COMMUNICATING DECISIONS

• Understanding the importance of leadership in implementing successful strategies
• Reflecting the styles of the organisation and management
• Matching the medium to the message
• Incorporating evaluation and feedback in the process of decision-making

PART 4 – STRATEGIES FOR COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE WITHIN YOUR TEAMS

• Decisive, speedy and consistent decision-making
• Identify internal and external issues and risks factors
• Incorporate strategic flexibility and change management, to respond to internal and external changes and pressures
• Action plans to take things forward

The practical and highly stimulating Strategic Decision-Making course has been created for managers who want to succeed and be more effective in their roles.

The idea is that delegates explore real-life examples in understanding the decision-making aspect of strategic planning. This will allow them to gain real insights into best practices.

By the end of the training, delegates will go away with inspiring new ideas, more confidence in problem-solving, and tools to put into practice.

LSPR Professional Development Certificate. The Certificate is recognised by the: Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certification Service: http://www.cpduk.co.uk