An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Strategic Planning & Goal Setting
Setting Business Goals, Targets & Deliverables
Scheduled Dates
Classroom
| 24 - 28 Nov 2025 | London - UK | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 22 - 26 Dec 2025 | Dubai - UAE | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 29 Dec 2025 - 02 Jan 2026 | London - UK | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 05 - 09 Jan 2026 | Amsterdam - The Netherlands | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 02 - 06 Feb 2026 | London - UK | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 30 Mar - 03 Apr 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 22 - 26 Jun 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 31 Aug - 04 Sep 2026 | London - UK | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 07 - 11 Sep 2026 | Istanbul - Turkey | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 19 - 23 Oct 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 23 - 27 Nov 2026 | London - UK | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 21 - 25 Dec 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 28 Dec 2026 - 01 Jan 2027 | London - UK | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 04 - 08 Jan 2027 | Amsterdam - The Netherlands | $7,000 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Online
| 23 - 27 Feb 2026 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 31 Aug - 04 Sep 2026 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
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We offer a variety of tailored training options, customized to meet your organisation's needs. Delivered anytime, anywhere, we make it easy to bring expert training directly to your team.
Why Choose this Training Course?
In order to be successful managers must have the ability to plan strategically. Developing this competency is a key component of managerial skills enhancement given that effective strategic planning is essential to the future success of any organization. However, most strategic planning is lacking in vision. It is merely a straight-line extrapolation of the past into the future. In a world where the pace of change is greater than ever before this is at best short-sighted and at worst a prescription for disaster.
Real strategic planning is about positioning the organization for a future which will be different from the past. This PetroKnowledge Strategic Planning & Goal Setting training course will focus on strategic planning as the essential management system guiding the manager and organization into the future by setting focused goals that will establish and enhance competitiveness. This training course will also focus on the necessity of developing both personal mental agility and organizational agility. Close examination will be made of the driving forces creating both strategic successes and failures.
Highlights of the Strategic Planning & Goal Setting training course are as follows:
- Presentation of the Concept and Significance of Strategy and Strategic Planning
- Introduction to the Main Approaches to Strategy Formulation and Goal Setting
- Case Examples of Organizations Formulating Strategic Plans
- Group Work on Specific Cases and Problems
- Extensive Use of Practical Examples in which the course leader has been personally involved
What are the Goals?
By the end of this Strategic Planning & Goal Setting training course, you will be able to:
- Examine how to design visionary strategic plans
- Consider utilization of a model for organizational assessment
- Formulate insights into strategic planning problems to avoid
- Identify and learn from examples of strategic success and failure
- Develop understanding of the nature of the organizational life cycle
- Study the preparation of effective contingency plans
Who is this Training Course for?
This Strategic Planning & Goal Setting course is designed for professionals involved with the planning process. It will be of benefit for all managers who seek to enhance their planning skills.
Typical delegates would include the following:
- Specialist Managers
- Operational Managers
- Team Leaders
How will this Training Course be Presented?
The most up to date training methods are used to present this training course. This Strategic Planning & Goal Setting training Course is carefully designed to address all styles of learning and to engage participants fully. Formal presentations and discussions are supplemented by group exercises which provide opportunities for personal participation in real situations. There will also be video presentations which focus on key issues.
This approach makes the learning process enjoyable, fast-paced, challenging and empowering.
Organisational Impact
How does the organization benefit by sending employees to this Strategic Planning & Goal Setting training course?
- Employees are better able to relate their functional work to the overall direction of the organization
- There will be greater flexibility within the organization
- Employees’ capability in analysing and building creative solutions will be enhanced
- Employees will have more confidence in setting and aiming for ambitious targets
- Employees will be better placed to cope with organizational change
- Employees will think more rigorously about creating tomorrow’s organization out of today’s organization
Personal Impact
How does the delegate benefit by attending this Strategic Planning & Goal Setting training course?
- Participants will learn how to combine analytical and creative thinking
- Participants will have a better understanding of the global business environment of the 21st century
- Participants will learn how to make choices in making best use of finite resources
- Participants will develop improved preparedness to deal with contingencies
- Participants will learn how to set challenging, realistic and achievable targets
- Participants will have further developed their ability to move up in their organization
Daily Agenda
Day One: Strategy, Strategic Planning and Competitive Positioning
- Introduction to the Course – Structure and Content
- Strategy - Concept and Significance
- “Competitive Positioning” vs. “Blue Sky” Approaches
- Achieving Competitive Advantage through Flexibility and Agility
- The Interaction of Strategy, Structure and Business Processes
- Gathering Information and Intelligence for the SWOT Analysis
Day Two: Strategic Intent, Strategic Choice and Balancing Scorecards
- Vision and Mission Statements - Preparing for the Future
- Business Analysis and Contingency Planning
- Strategic Choice
- Converting the SWOT Analysis into the “Strategy Matrix”
- Strategy Formulation – Programmes, Projects, Policies
- Transforming the Organization - Strategy Implementation and Managing Change
Day Three: Assessing the Current State of the Organization
- Leadership and Management in relation to Strategy
- Customer and Market Focus
- Human Resources and Knowledge Management
- Building a Strategic Planning Team
- Effective Process Management to Achieve Business Results
- Monitoring and Measuring Business Performance
Day Four: Strategic Planning Best Practice Whilst Avoiding the Pitfalls
- The Strategy Life-cycle and the Problem of Strategic Drift
- Getting Innovative thinking into the Organization
- The Potentially Negative Dimensions of Success
- How to Avoid 'Paralysis by Analysis'?
- Overcoming inability to evaluate fresh ideas, denying the truth and thinking inside the box
- The Critical Importance of Good Planning Team Dynamics
Day Five: Personal Strategic Planning
- Applying Strategic Tools and Techniques to the Individual
- Personal Goal Setting, Creating a Personal Strategic Plan
- Implementing Change - Achieving Progress as a Strategic Manager
- The Mix of Competencies and Personal Skills required in 21st Century Business
- Executing Strategy - How to break it down and get it done?
- Developing Inspiration and Gathering Support
- Overcoming Adversity by Leveraging your Skills and Building on Success
- Conclusion - A Personal Role in the Strategic Planning and Goal Setting Processes
Certificate
- On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
PetroKnowledge is a globally recognized provider of training courses for oil and gas professionals, offering a wide range of specialized training courses designed to enhance knowledge, skills, and expertise in the energy sector. With courses tailored to meet the evolving demands of the oil and gas industry, PetroKnowledge helps professionals stay up-to-date with industry standards, technological advancements, and best practices.
Our courses are specifically developed for professionals in the oil and gas industry, including engineers, technical staff, managers, and other specialists looking to advance their careers. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or new to the sector, our training for oil and gas professionals is suited to individuals at all stages of their professional journey.
PetroKnowledge offers flexible learning solutions with both online courses and in-person training options. Online courses for oil and gas professionals provide the flexibility to learn from anywhere, while in-person courses offer a hands-on, interactive learning environment. Each training course page provides detailed information on the delivery format, allowing you to choose the option that best meets your learning style and schedule
Yes, PetroKnowledge offers customized in-house training solutions for organizations looking to upskill their teams. We work closely with companies to design bespoke training courses for oil and gas professionals that address specific challenges and objectives. Whether you need on-site training or online solutions, we can tailor the training courses to suit your organization’s needs.
Certain advanced training courses for oil and gas professionals may require prior experience or technical knowledge. These prerequisites ensure that participants can fully benefit from the course content. We recommend reviewing the course description on the relevant page to determine if any prerequisites apply to your selected course.
Enrolling in one of our training courses for oil and gas professionals is simple and convenient. Navigate to the specific course page, click “Enroll Now,” and complete the registration form. You will receive a confirmation email with further details on how to proceed.
You may also get in touch with our Registration Team on
+971 50 981 7386 | +971 2 557 7389 or send an email to [email protected]
Upon successful registration online, enrolment on the respective training course will be confirmed by Registration Team by e-mail along with the invoice and joining instruction.
Yes, upon successful completion of our courses for professionals in the oil and gas industry, you will receive an industry-recognized certificate from PetroKnowledge. This certification is designed to validate your skills and knowledge and can significantly enhance your professional credentials, boosting your career prospects in the competitive oil and gas sector.
Pre-Course Cancellation
Our refund and cancellation policy varies depending on the course and circumstances. Generally, cancellations made at least 21 days before the training are eligible for a refund, less any administrative fees.
Refund Policy Disclaimer
All course bookings made through PetroKnowledge are non-refundable. By registering for a course, you acknowledge and accept that fees are payable in full and are not subject to refund under any circumstances, including but not limited to participant dissatisfaction, changes in personal or professional circumstances, or partial attendance.
PetroKnowledge 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.
If you have any specific inquiries about the cancellation or refund, don’t hesitate to contact our support team, who can assist with your booking and cancellation queries.
For corporate fees and group registration, please send your query to [email protected].
