The Strategically Focused Accountant

Delegates

• Accountants, financial managers and financial directors who wish to enhance their strategic thinking ability and strategic role.
• Those who would like to acquire these skills with the aim of progressing their career.
• Finance professionals who see the need for the accountant to move from counting to consulting and coaching.

Course Content

• Different views of strategy and what the accountant can bring to the table…and how different strategies impact on the accountant.
• Group discussions considering the various processes and models for promoting strategic thinking.
• Considering a revised process for quality strategic thinking.
• An overview of available tools in each area of the strategic thinking process.
• Organisational behaviour: making sure the business contributes and can deliver the strategy.
• Case studies: how and why business strategies succeed…or fail!
• Action planning and next steps.

Learning outcomes include obtaining:

• an understanding of different methodologies and tools to develop and deliver business strategy gained through discussion with other finance professionals
• a challenge to the traditional view of the accountant’s role in strategy development
• different views of strategy and its impact on your business and role
• a process for good strategic thinking and adding value to your business
• an overview of a range of practical tools for strategic analysis and formulation
• a methodology that makes sure your strategy stays vital!