Strategic Planning Courses Online

Unit 1: An Introduction to Strategic Planning

This unit explains the fundamentals of strategic planning and how to create strong value, vision, and mission statements. It also covers SWOT analysis, individual assessments, and risk evaluation to support smart business decisions.

Unit 2: Development of a Strategic Plan

You will learn how to set clear outcomes, build realistic timelines, and apply the SPIRIT goal-setting method. The unit also covers assigning responsibilities, prioritising tasks, and managing organisational change with confidence.

Unit 3: Presenting a Strategic Plan

This unit focuses on presenting strategies using reports, infographics, and professional presentations. It also includes planning for risks, addressing security concerns, and using tools like strategy maps and scorecards for effective communication.

Completing the Strategic Planning QLS Level 2 course prepares learners for roles that involve planning, goal-setting, and decision-making within organisations. It is ideal for aspiring team leaders, project coordinators, operations managers, and business strategists. The course also supports entrepreneurs and professionals looking to enhance their long-term planning and organisational development skills. With a strong foundation in strategic thinking, learners can pursue careers across various sectors including business, nonprofit, education, and public service. This qualification also provides a pathway to advanced training in management, leadership, and business administration.

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).

This course and/or training programme has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

What is strategic planning in simple words?
Strategic planning is the process of setting goals, deciding on actions to achieve those goals, and outlining how to measure progress and success.

What is a strategic plan and an example?
A strategic plan is a roadmap for achieving long-term goals. For example, a company might develop a 5-year plan to expand into international markets by increasing production and hiring multilingual staff.

What are the 7 steps of strategic planning?
The 7 steps typically include: defining the vision, setting goals, analyzing internal and external environments (e.g., SWOT), developing strategies, assigning responsibilities, implementing the plan, and monitoring progress.

What describes strategic planning?
Strategic planning is a structured approach used by organizations to define objectives, allocate resources efficiently, and adapt to changes in the market or environment.

What is the best definition of planning?
Planning is the process of setting objectives and determining the best course of action to achieve them effectively and efficiently.

Does the course cover how to write a mission and vision statement?
Yes, Unit 1 teaches how to create strong value, mission, and vision statements aligned with organizational goals.

Will I learn how to perform a SWOT analysis?
Absolutely. SWOT analysis is a core part of Unit 1 and helps assess strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in a business context.

What is the SPIRIT goal-setting method taught in the course?
The SPIRIT method focuses on goals that are Specific, Prizes-oriented, Individual, Reviewable, Inspiring, and Time-bound, covered in Unit 2.

Are presentation skills included in this course?
Yes, Unit 3 focuses on communicating strategic plans using reports, infographics, presentations, strategy maps, and scorecards.

Does the course teach risk management and change management?
Yes, risk evaluation and change management are key topics in Units 1 and 2 to help learners implement strategic plans effectively.