Business Planning for Sustainable Growth: 1 Day Session in Markham
Schedule
Sat, 17 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Markham | Markham, ON
About this Event
Group Discounts:
- Save 10% when registering 3 or more participants
- Save 15% when registering 10 or more participants
About This Course
Duration: 1 Full Day (8 Hours)
Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person)
Language: English
Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours
Certification: Course Completion Certificate
Refreshments: Lunch, Snacks, and beverages will be provided during the session
Course Overview
This 1 Day Business Planning session guides you through creating clear, structured, and realistic business plans. The course focuses on practical planning rather than complex theory. Key areas include defining business goals, understanding markets, planning finances, and mapping execution steps. By the end of the session, ideas are translated into a clear business plan framework that can support startups or business growth initiatives.
Learning Objectives
• Develop a clear and structured business plan framework.
• Translate ideas into practical and achievable plans.
• Understand market, customer, and competitive dynamics.
• Build realistic financial and operational assumptions.
• Align business goals with execution strategy.
• Improve confidence in planning for growth or startups.
Target Audience
• Entrepreneurs and startup founders.
• Small business owners planning growth.
• Managers involved in business planning and strategy.
• Professionals evaluating new business ideas.
• Teams supporting innovation and expansion initiatives.
Why Choose This Course?
This course is led by experienced business and strategy professionals with hands-on planning experience. The focus is on clarity, realism, and execution rather than complex frameworks. Practical examples ensure immediate relevance. You leave with a usable planning structure rather than just concepts.
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Want to train your entire team?
This course can be delivered as a customized in-house session aligned to your organization’s goals and industry. Content can be tailored for startups, growth teams, or innovation units. Real business scenarios ensure immediate application and impact.
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Agenda
Module 1: Business Planning Fundamentals
Info: • Understand the purpose and value of a business plan.
• Identify key components of an effective business plan.
• Differentiate planning for startups versus growth.
• Icebreaker
Module 2: Business Idea and Vision Clarity
Info: • Define business vision and long-term direction.
• Clarify value proposition and core offerings.
• Align ideas with realistic business goals.
• Activity
Module 3: Market and Customer Analysis
Info: • Identify target customers and market segments.
• Understand customer needs and buying behavior.
• Analyze competition and market positioning.
• Case Study
Module 4: Business Model and Revenue Planning
Info: • Define how the business creates and delivers value.
• Identify revenue streams and pricing considerations.
• Assess cost structures and profitability drivers.
• Simulation
Module 5: Financial Planning Basics
Info: • Understand key financial components of a business plan.
• Estimate costs, revenues, and cash flow assumptions.
• Identify financial risks and funding needs.
• Activity
Module 6: Execution and Operational Planning
Info: • Translate plans into actionable steps and milestones.
• Define roles, responsibilities, and resources.
• Identify operational risks and constraints.
• Role Play
Module 7: Reviewing, Refining, and Presenting the Plan
Info: • Review plan clarity, feasibility, and alignment.
• Refine assumptions based on feedback.
• Prepare to communicate the plan to stakeholders.
• Case Study
Where is it happening?
Markham, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 490.85 to CAD 648.17
