ILM Level 7 Award in Strategic Leadership

Workshop 1

Leadership Theory

The effective leader has an understanding of different leadership theories, but more crucially, they will know when to apply them. This workshop provides participants with an overview of the most popular leadership theories. Using case studies, self-assessment tools and through group discussion, participants will explore the impact of these theories on organisations; and enhance their understanding of reflective practice for leaders.

Workshop 2

Vision and Strategy

This practical workshop will encourage participants to identify key strengths and weaknesses of their own business or department by focusing on the core skills required to develop a robust and credible business plan; participants will also explore the different elements that make up a company vision.

Workshop 3

Marketing for Growth

During this workshop, participants will analyse the different elements of marketing, and learnhow to create an effective marketing campaign for their own business by identifying appropriate marketing strategies which focus on meeting growth objectives.

Workshop 4

The Sales Process

One of the most crucial strategic issues for many business owners in today’s market is the ability to create discernable value for potential customers, and one key way of delivering this is through the sales process. Through practical application, this workshop will focus participants on the selling process by evaluating each of the key stages involved. Participants are encouraged to examine their current sales processes and build a credible success model.

Workshop 5

Finance and Execution

This workshop will provide participants with a broad understanding of the different elements of finance, and the importance of having key measures through their business. Specific emphasis is placed on preparing and producing a financial forecast and having a credible and robust plan for how growth objectives will be met. Participants will also explore how to drive execution in the business by learning how to create a short term quarterly execution plan, and a long term plan for the achievement of business objectives.

Assessment

This is a concise qualification – the assignment will cover a review of different leadership theories relevant to your organisation and an investigation of organisational leadership performance by analysing a critical incident. The assignment will also cover your reflection on the programme and your learning experiences to improve your performance.

Delivery

Delivery is usually over 5 days at a time and place convenient to you.

For more information about our leadership qualifications call 02921 510061 and one of our Account Managers will be happy to help.