Overview
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What does it truly mean to lead strategically in today’s fast-changing world? In this foundational course, you’ll explore the core principles of strategic business leadership—what it is, why it matters, and how it’s measured.
You’ll learn how to guide your organization through strategic journeys with minimal friction and delay, and how to build the critical bridges that connect present-day actions with future goals. This course sets the stage for the entire Strategic Business Leadership Specialisation and is the ideal starting point for anyone looking to lead with clarity, purpose, and long-term impact.
This course is ideal for current business leaders who want to sharpen their strategic thinking, aspiring leaders preparing for future roles, and professionals looking to enhance their leadership capabilities in dynamic environments.
Syllabus
- Module 1: Foundations of Strategic Business Leadership
- In this module, we'll be looking at the foundations of strategic business leadership and strategy considerations for business leaders.
- Module 2: The Distinction Between Planning and Strategy
- In this module, we'll build upon module 1 and consider the key distinctions between planning and strategy.
- Module 3: Combining Strategy and Business Leadership
- In this module, we'll look at business leadership as a vehicle for old game vs new game strategy.
Taught by
Dr Karl S.R. Warner and Dr Gordon Hewitt