Do you want to move into a new role in the business, but don’t have a business background?
Moving from a technical, operational or engineering background into a strategic or management role can present a number of challenges. The learning curve is steep and getting a grasp of the processes and principles that drive business decisions can be incredibly difficult.
This two-day program delivers a condensed and to-the-point overview of business management. You’ll have the opportunity to see first-hand how business decisions and strategies play out in dynamic markets. In addition, you’ll see how business success is best achieved through coordination of various business units and by leveraging the core competencies of your organization.
SCENARIO:
Business strategy is best learned by getting your hands dirty. That’s why this unique program puts you at the helm of a high tech company with the responsibility to lead the organization to fortune and success (or ruin). Participants will form teams to compete head-to-head against other participants utilizing a unique, business war gaming simulation that allows you to see how your decisions play out in real-life. In the midst of competition you'll learn the key elements of strategic decision making and see first-hand how your strategic decisions impact operations, sales, human resources, quality, innovation and much more.
PROGRAM AIMS:
- To develop complex strategic analysis and decision making skills
- To promote a holistic understanding of business structure and systematic approach to business management
- Appreciation of the nature and complexity of the strategic leadership role of senior management
- The application of leadership and change management in an authentic strategic assignment
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
- A thorough understanding and application of strategic knowledge
- To develop creative and highly effective business solutions using both individual and group working approaches
- The mental processes needed to better analyze complex and uncertain organizational circumstances applying well defined strategic frameworks
- Successful methods for problem solving and solution creation utilizing a holistic business approach that benefits the organization as a whole
- To develop recommendations for the necessary actions needed for successful management of strategic change
If you’re determined to make business decisions that lead to long term success for your company, you cannot afford to miss this unique program. You’ll gain an entirely new view of business and develop essential skills needed to better compete in the marketplace. You’ll come away with the skills to capitalize on hidden areas of opportunity that already exist in your organization.
DESIGNED FOR:
Business owners, upper level managers, executives, board members, production and marketing managers, decision makers, entrepreneurs, and technical professionals wanting to strengthen their understanding and application of business concepts.
LOCATION:
Strategic Management - Implementing Strategy for Success in Business will be held in the CMD Training Center in the Woodman Alumni Building on the Wichita State University campus in Wichita, Kansas.
General Information for Nearby Accommodations
Candlewood Suites
3141 N Webb Rd
Wichita, Kansas 67226
(316) 634-6070
Courtyard by Marriott
2975 N Webb Rd
Wichita, Kansas 67226
(316) 636-4600
Hilton Garden Inn
2041 N Bradley Fair Pkwy
Wichita, Kansas 67206
(316) 219-4444
Residence Inn
1212 N Greenwich Rd
Wichita, Kansas 67206
(316) 682-7300
