This course will equip government and public sector professionals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to develop and implement strategies aligned with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. The course leverages a dynamic case study approach, guiding participants through building a new governmental entity from the ground up. This hands-on experience ensures participants are familiar with theoretical concepts and adept at applying them in real-world scenarios.
Participants will delve into the strategic planning process, beginning with the formulation of vision and mission statements and progressing to the development of detailed strategic plans, policy development, implementation, and evaluation. By the end of the course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of how to create and execute strategic plans that align with Vision 2030's objectives, ensuring they are well-prepared to drive transformative change within their organizations.
Course Methodology
This course includes a comprehensive review of global best practices in strategy management, with a focus on implementation in Saudi Arabia. Participants will practice each element of the strategy management process through real-life case studies and engaging activities.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Explain the principles and goals of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the significance of strategic planning within this context
Formulate clear and compelling vision and mission statements and establish initial objectives and goals for a new governmental entity
Develop effective policies and conduct strategic analysis to support the mission and objectives of the new entity
Create a comprehensive strategic plan, including detailed action plans, KPIs, and risk management strategies
Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies and policies through robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks and understand global best practices and future trends
Target Audience
This course is tailored for professionals within the government and public sectors who are directly involved in the strategic planning and policy development processes. Ideal participants include policymakers, strategic planners, project managers, department heads, and senior executives tasked with driving and implementing strategic initiatives that align with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. Additionally, individuals responsible for monitoring and evaluating public sector projects and those in roles that require a deep understanding of national strategic goals and policy frameworks will find this course highly beneficial.
Target Competencies
Strategic thinking
Strategic planning
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) development
Policymaking
Enhancing public sector competitiveness
Public service innovation
Course Outline
Strategy Management in the Public Sector
Strategy in the public sector
Key objectives and pillars of Vision 2030
Cascading the vision to the entity level
Defining strategic themes
Determining underlying national outcomes and KPIs
Vision, Mission, and Initial Planning
Fundamentals of strategic planning
Formulating vision and mission statements
Defining the purpose and scope of the new entity
Setting initial objectives and goals
Aligning the entity's mission with Vision 2030
Policy Development and Strategic Analysis
Principles of effective policy development
Policy formulation process
Tools and techniques for policy analysis
Environmental scanning and analysis
Stakeholder engagement in policy development
Strategic Planning and Implementation
Developing a comprehensive strategic plan
Setting SMART objectives and detailed action plans