An Intensive 10-day Training Course
Strategy, Leadership & Critical Thinking for Directors

Modules
This training course is split into these modules:
MODULE I - The Oxford Advanced Strategy for Directors & Leaders
Each module is structured and can be taken as a stand-alone training course; however, delegates will maximise their benefits by taking these Modules back-to-back as a "number of weeks" training course.
Course Outline
Module 1: The Oxford Advanced Strategy for Directors & Leaders
Day One
Navigating Strategy Through Uncertainty
- What strategy ‘is’ and ‘is not’?
- Defining the end point: Vision, mission, and objectives
- Stakeholders’ points of view
- The psychology of regret
- The challenge of decision making
Day Two
Strategic Business Analysis
- Analysis: External factors
- Industry analysis
- Product and industry life cycles
- Competitor analysis
- Determining priorities
Day Three
The Role of Leaders in Delivering Strategy
- Leadership qualities for strategic management
- Cascading goals
- Managing conflict across organisational boundaries
- Developing and communicating a clear message
- Influence, negotiation, and persuasion
Day Four
Striking a Balance between Data and Creativity
- Tracking business performance
- Converting data into usable information
- Does innovation stem from numbers?
- Imagining possible futures (scenarios)
- Planning for innovation
Day Five to Day Ten
Alignment to Strategic Goals
- How effective is your performance management process?
- Engaging with and motivating staff
- Handling strategic drift and ever-changing goals
- Identifying change agents
- Delegating decisions
- Personal development planning
Certificate
On successful completion of this training course, Oxford Management Centre Certificate with eligible Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) from National Registry of CPE Sponsor will be awarded to the delegates
Accreditation

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Yes, Oxford Management Centre is accredited by the following professional bodies;
National Association of State Board of Accountancy (NASBA)
The Oxford Management Centre is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. NASBA have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit.
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Note: Discounts are not applicable with any other special offer that may be available.
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Oxford Management Centre reserves the right to make reasonable adjustments to course content, trainers, or schedules where necessary, without entitling delegates to a refund. Full details of each course – including objectives, target audience, and content – are clearly outlined prior to enrolment, and it is the responsibility of the delegate to ensure suitability before booking.
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- E-mail: Send your details to info@oxford-management.com
We request that all cancellations be made at least one week before the class start date. You may reschedule this class without any penalty. If not, a $250 fee will be charged for cancellations received less than one week before a class begins and for no-shows. Cancellation penalties and any fees incurred by Oxford Management Centre will be deducted from refunds.
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The classroom training fees include course presentation, relevant materials, physical & digital documentation, lunch and refreshments served during entire training. Accommodation and transportation are not included in the training course fees.
While, online training fees cover the course presentation and digital documentation and relevant materials.
The Oxford Management Centre Certificate of Completion with corresponding CPE credits shall be awarded to delegates who has successfully completed the training course.
Payment must be received before the training course commences. You can make payment by bank draft, cash, credit card or wire transfer.
Note: If the payment is not received, Oxford Management Centre has the right to refuse admission.
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- Registration Confirmation
- Invoice/Receipt (where appropriate)
If you register online you will receive an e-mail within 24 hours confirming your registration.