Strategic Thinking for Smart Decisions: 1 Day Session in Calgary

Schedule

Tue, 27 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

McDougall Court Northeast | Calgary, AB

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Develop strategic thinking skills to analyze situations, anticipate outcomes, and make smarter business decisions.
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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 course builds essential strategic thinking skills required to navigate complex business environments. It focuses on structured analysis, long-term perspective, and decision-making beyond short-term tasks. The course helps connect vision, data, and insights to practical business actions. Through real-world examples and guided activities, strategic thinking becomes a repeatable skill rather than an abstract concept.

Learning Objectives

• Develop a strategic mindset for business decision-making.
• Strengthen the ability to analyze complex situations.
• Improve long-term thinking and planning skills.
• Make more informed and structured strategic decisions.
• Align strategy with execution and priorities.
• Anticipate risks and opportunities proactively.

Target Audience

• Business leaders and senior managers.
• Mid-level managers and team leaders.
• Project and program managers.
• Entrepreneurs and business owners.
• Professionals involved in planning and decision-making.

Why Choose This Course?

This course is delivered by experienced strategy professionals with real-world business exposure. The content is practical, easy to apply, and focused on everyday strategic challenges. Concepts are reinforced through discussion and activities rather than heavy theory. The workshop ensures strategic thinking becomes a usable skill, not just a concept.

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Agenda
Module 1: Foundations of Strategic Thinking

Info: • Understand the meaning and importance of strategic thinking.
• Differentiate strategic thinking from operational thinking.
• Recognize common thinking traps that limit strategy.
• Icebreaker


Module 2: Understanding the Business Context

Info: • Analyze internal strengths and weaknesses.
• Identify external trends affecting business decisions.
• Connect market dynamics to strategic choices.
• Case Study


Module 3: Problem Framing and Analysis

Info: • Define problems clearly before jumping to solutions.
• Break complex issues into manageable components.
• Apply logical and structured thinking techniques.
• Activity


Module 4: Long-Term Perspective and Scenario Thinking

Info: • Think beyond immediate challenges and deadlines.
• Explore possible future scenarios and impacts.
• Assess risks and opportunities in advance.
• Simulation


Module 5: Strategic Decision-Making

Info: • Evaluate options using strategic criteria.
• Balance data, intuition, and experience.
• Make decisions aligned with long-term goals.
• Role Play


Module 6: Strategic Alignment and Prioritization

Info: • Align strategy with organizational goals.
• Prioritize initiatives based on impact and feasibility.
• Avoid distractions and low-value activities.
• Activity


Module 7: Translating Strategy into Action

Info: • Convert strategic ideas into actionable steps.
• Define ownership and accountability.
• Monitor progress and adapt strategy when needed.
• Case Study


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McDougall Court Northeast, 639 5 Ave SW, Suite 2500 Calgary, AB T2P 0M9 Canada, Calgary, Canada

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