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Course Overview
Strategic planning in the public sector is a challenging and exciting subject. There is a significant and growing emphasis in the sector on project outcomes, value for money, financial efficiency, and the changing relationship between public and private institutions. Today, public sector organisations are increasingly required to plan strategically for their future using tools and techniques developed in the private sector. This course addresses these critical areas.
This highly participative training course will cover the major issues of setting strategic objectives, planning training and projects, and preparing for the future. Participants will also learn how to evaluate the outcomes of public sector strategic decisions and receive guidelines on integrating strategic and operational activities to achieve high-level performance in economic, social, and business development. Measuring economic and business impact will be emphasized to focus participants on the quality of operational outputs and strategic outcomes. This course provides a roadmap for confidently shaping the organization’s future.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand the meaning and impact of strategic thinking
Apply analytical tools and techniques effectively
Develop skills in project specification and scheduling
Use effective approaches to strategy formulation
Combine analytical and creative thinking
Achieve targets and performance standards during periods of change
Build strong public-private relationships in development activities
Gain team commitment to strategic development processes
Course Audience
This course is suitable for a wide range of professionals employed in public sector institutions, particularly:
Programme Managers in Economic Development
Urban Spatial Planners
Major Project Managers
Financial Planning and Forecasting Specialists
Scientific and Technological Policymakers
Internal Auditors and Management Accountants
Course Methodology
This training course combines presentations with instructor-guided interactive discussions tailored to participants’ individual interests. Practical exercises, case studies, and video materials will stimulate discussion and provide maximum benefit. Extensive use of real-world case examples will help participants apply lessons directly to their work context.
Course Outline
Day 1: Definition of Strategy in the Public Sector
What is strategy and why is it important?
Alternative approaches to strategic thinking
Complexity, resources, and choices
Unique aspects of public sector strategy
Financial and non-financial dimensions
Building an effective strategic planning team
Case example or case study
Day 2: Strategic Analysis in a Public Sector Context
Learning from best practices in private and public sectors
Introducing a strategic mindset
Managing internal and external relationships
Risk analysis and risk management
Securing cohesion of strategic programs and projects
Case example or case study
Day 3: Specifics of Strategy Formulation in the Public Sector
Setting priorities: economic development
Setting priorities: social development
Setting priorities: science and technology development
Leveraging public sector capabilities and resources
Managing stakeholder expectations
Strategic collaboration between public and private sectors
Case example or case study
Day 4: Ensuring Sustainability of Strategic Initiatives
Measuring sustainability in public sector planning
Designing and controlling strategic programs
Continuous renewal and development
Creative destruction and strategic significance
Value migration and its impact
Accountability and governance in public sector strategy
Case example or case study
Day 5: Producing a Strategic Plan that Gets Implemented
Why many strategic plans fail
Framework for an effective public sector strategic plan
Aligning strategic and operational activities
Setting realistic and ambitious goals
Linking planning, implementation, and review
Anticipating and reacting to expected and unexpected developments
Overview and delegates’ follow-up actions
Certificates
Upon successful completion of this training program, participants will be formally awarded a HighPoint Certificate, recognizing their demonstrated knowledge and competencies in the subject matter. This certificate serves as an official testament to their proficiency and commitment to professional development