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OVERVIEW This comprehensive course on Business Strategy Planning will deepen your understanding on this topic. After successful completion of this course you can acquire the required skills in this sector. This Business Strategy Planning comes with accredited certification, which will enhance your CV and make you worthy in the job market. So enrol in this course today to fast track your career ladder. HOW WILL I GET MY CERTIFICATE? You may have to take a quiz or a written test online during or after the course. After successfully completing the course, you will be eligible for the certificate. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this Business Strategy Planning. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. REQUIREMENTS Our Business Strategy Planning is fully compatible with PC's, Mac's, Laptop, Tablet and Smartphone devices. This course has been designed to be fully compatible with tablets and smartphones so you can access your course on Wi-Fi, 3G or 4G. There is no time limit for completing this course, it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. CAREER PATH Having these various qualifications will increase the value in your CV and open you up to multiple sectors such as Business & Management, Admin, Accountancy & Finance, Secretarial & PA, Teaching & Mentoring etc. COURSE CURRICULUM 24 sections • 163 lectures • 14:21:00 total length •Learn Business Fundamentals and Create Your Own Business Plan Today!: 00:02:00 •Quickfire Strategy Quiz How much do you know about your business strategy?: 00:02:00 •Quickfire Strategy Quiz - My 'Answers': 00:10:00 •How to get the most from this Course: 00:09:00 •Using the Course Map Matrix: 00:06:00 •Guide to the Course Assignments: 00:04:00 •Download All Course Materials Here: 00:03:00 •Section Introduction: Connecting Business Strategy to the Business Plan: 00:02:00 •Business Strategy to Business Plan: 00:04:00 •What do we mean by Business Strategy?: 00:02:00 •What is a Business Plan?: 00:06:00 •What do we mean by Corporate Strategy?: 00:07:00 •Should You Be Creating Shareholder Value?: 00:07:00 •Introduction to Strategic Management: 00:06:00 •Section Introduction: The Value of Strategic Analysis: 00:01:00 •Strategic Analysis - The First Step: 00:02:00 •What is Strategic Analysis?: 00:05:00 •Frameworks for Strategic Analysis: 00:10:00 •Strategic Analysis Frameworks Case Study: Apple: 00:11:00 •Section Introduction: Frameworks and Theories Business Strategists Must Know: 00:02:00 •Why are these Business Models important?: 00:02:00 •The Story of the Hedgehog and the Fox: 00:03:00 •Why are Management Theories Useful in Business Strategy?: 00:09:00 •SWOT Analysis: 00:05:00 •Introduction to Michael Porter's Five Forces Model: 00:06:00 •Lafley and Martin Five Step Strategy Model: 00:06:00 •The 5Cs Model: 00:06:00 •What is PEST or Broad Factors Analysis?: 00:05:00 •PESTEL Analysis: 00:05:00 •Ansoff Matrix: 00:07:00 •Value Chain: 00:05:00 •Business Model Synthesis: 00:08:00 •Black Swan Events - Coronavirus: 00:05:00 •Section Introduction: Critical Evaluation of Leadership: 00:01:00 •Vision and Leadership - Starting at the Top: 00:06:00 •What Skills Are We Looking For In Management?: 00:07:00 •What is the Purpose of a Vision Statement?: 00:03:00 •Section Introduction: Products Services and Competitive Advantage: 00:02:00 •What do we mean by Products and Services: 00:03:00 •Why Product Differentiation is Critical: 00:05:00 •Product Diversification in Business Strategy: 00:06:00 •How Does Quality Management fit into your Business Strategy?: 00:04:00 •What do we mean by Competitive Advantage?: 00:06:00 •Bowman's Strategic Clock - Strategic Positioning: 00:09:00 •Products, Services and Technology in the Business Plan: 00:06:00 •Section Introduction: Competition - Know Your Enemy: 00:02:00 •Competitor Analysis: 00:05:00 •BCG Matrix: 00:06:00 •Competitors and Competitive Forces: 00:10:00 •Competitive Intensity: 00:09:00 •Industry Life Cycle: 00:05:00 •Competition - Business Plan Tie In: 00:02:00 •Section Introduction: Industry, Markets and Competition: 00:02:00 •What do we mean by External Strategic Analysis: 00:09:00 •How Does Industry Analysis Help?: 00:05:00 •Conducting PEST or Broad Factors External Analysis: 00:11:00 •What are the Business and Funding Life Cycles?: 00:10:00 •Value Chains: Connecting Companies to their External Environment: 00:08:00 •Addressing the Total Addressable Market (TAM): 00:05:00 •Market Segmentation: Choosing Customers: 00:07:00 •Bargaining Power of Suppliers: 00:06:00 •Bargaining Power of Customers/Buyers: 00:06:00 •Business Plan: Industry, Markets and Competition: 00:04:00 •Section Introduction - Operations and Customer Management: 00:02:00 •What are Business Operations?: 00:03:00 •Strategic Analysis with the Business Model Canvas: 00:14:00 •How can Corporate Structure impact Strategy?: 00:07:00 •Organisational Development: 00:04:00 •Reviewing the Operations of the Firm: 00:03:00 •Click and Mortar - Online meets Offline: 00:05:00 •eCommerce Business Models: 00:06:00 •Internal Strategic Analysis - Business Plan Tie In: 00:05:00 •Section Introduction: Six Minute Strategist SWOT Assignment: 00:02:00 •Section Introduction: Customer Value Proposition: 00:02:00 •Understanding the Customer Value Proposition: 00:03:00 •Positioning Your Firm in the Market: 00:04:00 •What do we mean by a Profit Model?: 00:05:00 •Hax's Delta Model: 00:09:00 •Switching Costs and Customer Strategy: 00:03:00 •Managing the Customer Experience: 00:05:00 •What is the Customer Journey?: 00:06:00 •Customers, Customer Value and the Business Plan: 00:03:00 •Section Introduction: Sales and Marketing: 00:02:00 •The 5 Ps of Marketing: 00:06:00 •How Can You Plan Your Marketing?: 00:11:00 •Push Marketing Strategy: 00:03:00 •Pull Marketing Strategy: 00:04:00 •Understanding AIDA: 00:07:00 •Progressive Sequence of 9 Agreements: 00:07:00 •Pricing Strategies: 00:11:00 •Sales and Marketing in the Business Plan: 00:06:00 •Section Introduction: Digital Business Strategy Transformation: 00:02:00 •Why Do You Need A Digital Strategy Blueprint?: 00:07:00 •What Skills and Assets do you need to be a Digital Entrepreneur?: 00:07:00 •Digital Strategy Blueprint Overview: 00:18:00 •Digital Strategy - Customer Centric Transformation: 00:07:00 •Digital Strategy - Customer Experience Transformation: 00:05:00 •Digital Strategy - Customer Channel Transformation: 00:06:00 •Digital Strategy - Customer Engagement Transformation: 00:19:00 •Digital Strategy - Digital Skills Transformation: 00:04:00 •Digital Strategy - Tools and Resources: 00:02:00 •Section Introduction: Understanding Financial Statements: 00:02:00 •Overview of Financial Statements: 00:03:00 •GAAP: Accruals vs Cash Accounting: 00:06:00 •Income Statement or Profit and Loss Account: 00:08:00 •Introduction to the Balance Sheet: 00:11:00 •Cash Flow Statement: 00:06:00 •Cash Flow Metrics Explained: 00:09:00 •Case Study - Apple Financial Statements: 00:04:00 •Financial Statements in the Business Plan: 00:06:00 •Section Introduction: Strategic Financial Analysis: 00:01:00 •What is Financial Analysis?: 00:11:00 •Income Statement Profitability Ratios: 00:04:00 •Balance Sheet Ratio Analysis: 00:12:00 •Cash Flow Statement Analysis: 00:05:00 •Valuation Ratios: 00:04:00 •Section Introduction: Financial Analysis - Case Study and Assignment: 00:01:00 •Apple Inc Financial Analysis - Solution: 00:03:00 •Discussion of Measurements of Growth Analysis: 00:05:00 •Discussion of Measures of Profitability Analysis: 00:07:00 •Discussion of Trading Performance Analysis: 00:03:00 •Discussion of Working Capital (Liquidity and Efficiency) Analysis: 00:12:00 •Section Introduction: Future Business Strategy Analyser Assignment: 00:01:00 •Section Introduction: Goal Setting and Performance Management: 00:02:00 •Introduction to Goal Setting: 00:03:00 •What do we mean by SMART Goals?: 00:04:00 •Key Performance Indicators: 00:04:00 •Strategic Dashboards: 00:07:00 •Corporate Performance Management: 00:04:00 •Objectives and Key Results: 00:04:00 •Year over Year Performance: 00:04:00 •Section Introduction: Growth Strategies: 00:02:00 •Organic vs Inorganic: 00:03:00 •The Advantage of First Mover Advantage: 00:05:00 •The Importance of Scalability: 00:04:00 •Merger and Acquisitions Growth Strategies: 00:10:00 •Buy and Build Growth Strategy: 00:08:00 •Negative Growth- Company Recovery Strategies: 00:09:00 •Post Coronavirus Strategies: 00:06:00 •Growth Strategies Business Plan Tie In: 00:03:00 •Section Introduction: Valuation, Funding, Exits and Returns: 00:02:00 •Valuation and Funding - A Consequence of our Business Strategy: 00:04:00 •How to Value a Company: 00:11:00 •Sources of Equity Funding: 00:08:00 •What is a Pre-Money Valuation?: 00:06:00 •How to Create a Pitch Deck for Investors: 00:06:00 •Sources and Uses of Funds in the Business Plan: 00:02:00 •What is a Cap Table?: 00:05:00 •Exit Strategies and Returns: 00:09:00 •Transaction Cost Management: 00:02:00 •Section Introduction: Risk Assessment: 00:01:00 •Risk Assessment - Strategic Plan Summary: 00:02:00 •Section Introduction: Business Plan Synthesis: 00:03:00 •Business Plan Synthesis: 00:03:00 •Business Plan - Executive Summary: 00:02:00 •Business Plan - History and Background: 00:02:00 •Business Plan - Management Summary: 00:04:00 •Business Plan Appendicies: 00:04:00 •Key Questions Check List: 00:01:00 •Business Plan - Audience Targeting: 00:03:00 •Business Plan Refinement: Types of Businesses: 00:02:00 •Summary and Wrap Up: 00:05:00 •Additional File: 00:00:00

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE COURSE * Course Type: Online Learning * Duration: 14 hours 42 minutes * Tutor Support: Tutor support is included * Customer Support: 24/7 customer support is available * Quality Training: The course is designed by an industry expert * Recognised Credential: Recognised and Valuable Certification * Completion Certificate: Free Course Completion Certificate Included * Instalment: 3 Installment Plan on checkout -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHAT YOU WILL LEARN FROM THIS COURSE? * Gain comprehensive knowledge about business administration and business management * Understand the core competencies and principles of business administration and business management * Explore the various areas of business administration and business management * Know how to apply the skills you acquired from this course in a real-life context * Become a confident and expert business administrator or business manager -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- BUSINESS STRATEGIES AND PLANNING PROGRAM COURSE Master the skills you need to propel your career forward in business administration and business management. This course will equip you with the essential knowledge and skillset that will make you a confident business administrator or business manager and take your career to the next level. This comprehensive business strategies and planning course is designed to help you surpass your professional goals. The skills and knowledge that you will gain through studying this business strategies and planning course will help you get one step closer to your professional aspirations and develop your skills for a rewarding career. This comprehensive course will teach you the theory of effective business administration and business management practice and equip you with the essential skills, confidence and competence to assist you in the business administration and business management industry. You'll gain a solid understanding of the core competencies required to drive a successful career in business administration and business management. This course is designed by industry experts, so you'll gain knowledge and skills based on the latest expertise and best practices. This extensive course is designed for business administrator or business manager or for people who are aspiring to specialise in business administration and business management. Enrol in this business strategies and planning course today and take the next step towards your personal and professional goals. Earn industry-recognised credentials to demonstrate your new skills and add extra value to your CV that will help you outshine other candidates. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? This comprehensive business strategies and planning course is ideal for anyone wishing to boost their career profile or advance their career in this field by gaining a thorough understanding of the subject. Anyone willing to gain extensive knowledge on this business administration and business management can also take this course. Whether you are a complete beginner or an aspiring professional, this course will provide you with the necessary skills and professional competence, and open your doors to a wide number of professions within your chosen sector. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS This business strategies and planning course has no academic prerequisites and is open to students from all academic disciplines. You will, however, need a laptop, desktop, tablet, or smartphone, as well as a reliable internet connection. ASSESSMENT This business strategies and planning course assesses learners through multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Upon successful completion of the modules, learners must answer MCQs to complete the assessment procedure. Through the MCQs, it is measured how much a learner could grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is 60%. ADVANCE YOUR CAREER This business strategies and planning course will provide you with a fresh opportunity to enter the relevant job market and choose your desired career path. Additionally, you will be able to advance your career, increase your level of competition in your chosen field, and highlight these skills on your resume. RECOGNISED ACCREDITATION This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. COURSE CURRICULUM Welcome - How to Get The Most Out of The Course Learn Business Fundamentals and Create Your Own Business Plan Today 00:03:00 Getting Started - How to Use Our\Course 00:01:00 Quickfire Strategy Quiz How Much Do You Know About Your Business Strategy 00:02:00 Quickfire Strategy Quiz - My “Answers” 00:09:00 How to Get The Most From This Course 00:08:00 Using The Course Map Matrix 00:06:00 Guide to The Course Assignments 00:03:00 Download All Course Materials Here 00:02:00 Business Fundamentals: Connecting Business Strategy to The Business plan Section Introduction: Connecting Business Strategy to The Business Plan 00:01:00 Business Strategy to Business Plan 00:04:00 What Do You Mean by Business Strategy 00:02:00 What is a Business Plan 00:05:00 What Do We Mean by Corporate Strategy 00:07:00 Should You Be Creating Shareholder Value 00:07:00 Introduction to Strategic Management 00:06:00 Business Fundamentals: The Value of Strategic Analysis Section Introduction: The Value of Strategic Analysis 00:01:00 Strategic Analysis - The First Step 00:02:00 What is Strategic Analysis 00:05:00 Frameworks for Strategic Analysis 00:10:00 Strategic Analysis Frameworks Case Study: Apple 00:11:00 Business Fundamentals: Frameworks and Theories Business Strategists Must Know Section Introduction: Frameworks and Theories Business Strategists Must Know 00:01:00 Why are These Business Models Important 00:02:00 The Story of The Hedgehog and The Fox 00:02:00 Why are Management Theories Useful in Business Strategy 00:09:00 SWOT Analysis 00:04:00 Introduction to Michael Porter's Five Forces Model 00:05:00 Lafley and Martin Five Step Strategy Model 00:06:00 The 5Cs Model 00:06:00 What is PEST or Broad Factors Analysis 00:05:00 PESTEL Analysis 00:05:00 Ansoff Matrix 00:06:00 Value Chain 00:04:00 Business Model Synthesis 00:08:00 Black Swan Events - Coronavirus 00:05:00 Critical Evaluation of Leadership Section Introduction: Critical Evaluation of Leadership 00:01:00 Vision and Leadership - Starting at The Top 00:05:00 What Skills are We Looking for in Management 00:06:00 What is The Purpose of a Vision Statement 00:03:00 Products and Services and Competitive Advantage Section Introduction: Products Services and Competitive Advantage 00:01:00 What Do We Mean By Products and Services 00:03:00 Why Product Differentiation is Critical 00:05:00 Product Diversification in Business Strategy 00:05:00 How Does Quality Management Fit into Your Business Strategy 00:04:00 What Do We Mean By Competitive Advantage 00:06:00 Bowman's Strategic Clock - Strategic Positioning 00:08:00 Products, Services and Technology in The Business Plan 00:06:00 Competition - Know Your Enemy Section Introduction: Competition - Know Your Enemy 00:02:00 Competitor Analysis 00:05:00 BCG Matrix 00:06:00 Competitors and Competitive Forces 00:10:00 Competitive Intensity 00:08:00 Industry Life Cycle 00:04:00 Competition - Business Plan Tie In 00:02:00 External Strategic Analysis - Industry, Markets and Competition Section Introduction: Industry, Markets and Competition 00:02:00 What Do We Mean By External Strategic Analysis 00:09:00 How Does Industry Analysis Help 00:05:00 Conducting PEST or Broad Factors External Analysis 00:10:00 What are The Business and Funding Life Cycles 00:10:00 Value Chains: Connecting Companies to Their External Environment 00:08:00 Addressing The Total Addressable Market (TAM) 00:05:00 Market Segmentation: Choosing Customers 00:07:00 Bargaining Power of Suppliers 00:05:00 Bargaining Power of Customers/Buyers 00:05:00 Business Plan: Industry, Markets and Competition 00:03:00 Internal Strategic Analysis - Operations and Customer Management Section Introduction - Operations and Customer Management 00:02:00 What are Business Operations 00:02:00 Strategic Analysis With The Business Model Canvas 00:13:00 How Can Corporate Structure Impact Strategy 00:07:00 Organisational Development 00:03:00 Reviewing The Operations of The Firm 00:03:00 Click and Mortar - Online Meets Offline 00:05:00 eCommerce Business Models 00:06:00 Internal Strategic Analysis - Business Plan Tie In 00:04:00 Six Minute Strategist SWOT Assignment Section Introduction: Six Minute Strategist SWOT Assignment 00:01:00 Customer Value Proposition Section Introduction: Customer Value Proposition 00:02:00 Understanding The Customer Value Proposition 00:03:00 Positioning Your Firm in The Market 00:04:00 What Do We Mean By a Profit Model 00:04:00 Hax's Delta Model 00:09:00 Switching Costs and Customer Strategy 00:03:00 Managing The Customer Experience 00:04:00 What is The Customer Journey 00:06:00 Customers, Customer Value and The Business Plan 00:03:00 Sales and Marketing Strategy Section Introduction: Sales and Marketing 00:02:00 The 5 Ps of Marketing 00:05:00 How Can You Plan Your Marketing 00:11:00 Push Marketing Strategy 00:03:00 Pull Marketing Strategy 00:04:00 Understanding AIDA 00:07:00 Progressive Sequence of 9 Agreements 00:07:00 Pricing Strategies 00:10:00 Sales and Marketing in The Business Plan 00:05:00 Digital Business Strategy Transformation Section Introduction: Digital Business Strategy Transformation 00:01:00 Why Do You Need a Digital Strategy Blueprint 00:07:00 What Skills and Assets Do You Need to Be a Digital Entrepreneur 00:06:00 Digital Strategy Blueprint Overview 00:18:00 Digital Strategy - Customer Centric Transformation 00:07:00 Digital Strategy - Customer Experience Transformation 00:05:00 Digital Strategy - Customer Channel Transformation 00:06:00 Digital Strategy - Digital Skills Transformation 00:03:00 Digital Strategy - Tools and Resources 00:02:00 Understanding Financial Statements Section Introduction: Understanding Financial Statements 00:02:00 Overview of Financial Statements 00:02:00 GAAP: Accruals vs Cash Accounting 00:05:00 Income Statement or Profit and Loss Account 00:08:00 Cash Flow Statement 00:06:00 Cash Flow Metrics Explained 00:09:00 Case Study - Apple Financial Statements 00:04:00 Financial Statements in The Business Plan 00:06:00 Finance: Strategic Financial Analysis Section Introduction: Strategic Financial Analysis 00:01:00 What is Financial Analysis 00:11:00 Income Statement Profitability Ratios 00:04:00 Balance Sheet Ratio Analysis 00:12:00 Cash Flow Statement Analysis 00:05:00 Valuation Ratios 00:04:00 Finance: Financial Analysis - Case Study and Assignment Section Introduction: Financial Analysis - Case Study and Assignment 00:01:00 Apple Inc Financial Analysis - Solution 00:02:00 Discussion of Measurements of Growth Analysis 00:05:00 Discussion of Measures of Profitability Analysis 00:06:00 Discussion of Trading Performance Analysis 00:03:00 Discussion of Working Capital (Liquidity and Efficiency) Analysis 00:11:00 Future Business Strategy Analyser Assignment Section Introduction: Future Business Strategy Analyser Assignment 00:01:00 Goal Setting and Financial Performance Section Introduction: Goal Setting and Performance Management 00:01:00 Introduction to Goal Setting 00:03:00 What Do We Mean By Smart Goals 00:03:00 Key Performance Indicators 00:04:00 Strategic Dashboards 00:07:00 Corporate Performance Management 00:04:00 Objectives and Key Results 00:04:00 Year Over Year Performance 00:03:00 Business Fundamentals: Growth Strategies Section Introduction: Growth Strategies 00:01:00 Organic vs Inorganic 00:03:00 The Advantage of First Mover Advantage 00:04:00 The Importance of Scalability 00:03:00 Merger and Acquisitions Growth Strategies 00:10:00 Buy and Build Growth Strategy 00:08:00 Negative Growth- Company Recovery Strategies 00:09:00 Post Coronavirus Strategies 00:06:00 Growth Strategies Business Plan Tie In 00:03:00 Valuation, Funding, Exits and Returns Section Introduction: Valuation, Funding, Exits and Returns 00:02:00 Valuation and Funding - A Consequence of Our Business Strategy 00:04:00 How to Value a Company 00:10:00 Sources of Equity Funding 00:08:00 What is a Pre-Money Valuation 00:05:00 How to Create a Pitch Deck for Investors 00:06:00 Sources and Uses of Funds in The Business Plan 00:02:00 What is a Cap Table 00:05:00 Exit Strategies and Returns 00:09:00 Transaction Cost Management 00:01:00 Risk Assessment Section Introduction: Risk Assessment 00:01:00 Risk Assessment - Strategic Plan Summary 00:02:00 Business Plan Synthesis Section Introduction: Business Plan Synthesis 00:03:00 Business Plan Synthesis 00:03:00 Business Plan - Executive Summary 00:02:00 Business Plan - History and Background 00:02:00 Business Plan - Management Summary 00:04:00 Business Plan Appendicies 00:03:00 Key Questions Check List 00:01:00 Business Plan Refinement: Types of Businesses 00:01:00 Summary and Wrap Up Summary and Wrap up 00:04:00 Obtain Your Certificate Order Your Certificate of Achievement 00:00:00 Get Your Insurance Now Get Your Insurance Now 00:00:00 Feedback Feedback 00:00:00