How long is the Strategic Thinking and Foresight course?

The course runs approximately 28 hours across 8 modules and 16 lessons, completed online at your own pace.

How much does Strategic Thinking and Foresight cost?

The training fee is KES 25,000, with M-Pesa, card and Paystack payment options and lifetime access.

Is Strategic Thinking and Foresight certified?

Yes. On passing the final assessment you receive a GLI-branded certificate with QR verification. CCS is NITA-accredited.

Strategic Thinking and Foresight | CCS Online Learning

Name: Strategic Thinking and Foresight
Price: 25000 KES

Master strategic thinking and foresight through a hands-on, application-focused programme designed for working professionals across Kenya and the wider region.

What You Will Learn

✓Assess the core principles and frameworks of strategic thinking and foresight
✓Manage practical tools to real workplace challenges
✓Drive and improve current practices in their organisation
✓Align and implement effective approaches with measurable outcomes
✓Evaluate strategic management practice with organisational strategy
✓Establish risk, compliance and governance considerations

Modules

Lessons

28 hours

Duration

🎍 Certificate & NITA Accreditation

On passing the final exam (50 MCQs, 70% pass mark, unlimited retakes) you receive a GLI-branded PDF certificate with QR verification. CCS is NITA-accredited — eligible employers can claim NITA levy reimbursement for this course.

Course Curriculum

8 modules · 16 lessons · Interactive quizzes · Study notes · Practical exercises · Final exam

Module 1: Foundations and Key Concepts

2 lessons · 94 min · 3 hours

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Understanding the Fundamentals

51 min

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Key Concepts and Terminology

43 min

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📝 Study Notes

KEY TAKEAWAYS — Foundations and Key Concepts • Strategic Thinking and Foresight requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Foundations and Key Concepts". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 2: Strategic Context and Environment

2 lessons · 113 min · 4 hours

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Reading the Operating Environment

61 min

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Aligning with Organisational Strategy

52 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Strategic Context and Environment • Strategic Thinking and Foresight requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Strategic Context and Environment". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 3: Core Frameworks and Tools

2 lessons · 104 min · 4 hours

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Essential Frameworks and Models

59 min

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Practical Tools and Techniques

45 min

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📝 Study Notes

KEY TAKEAWAYS — Core Frameworks and Tools • Strategic Thinking and Foresight requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Core Frameworks and Tools". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 4: Planning and Design

2 lessons · 93 min · 3 hours

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Planning for Success

45 min

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Designing the Approach

48 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Planning and Design • Strategic Thinking and Foresight requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Planning and Design". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 5: Implementation and Execution

2 lessons · 102 min · 4 hours

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Executing Effectively

59 min

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Managing Delivery and Stakeholders

43 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Implementation and Execution • Strategic Thinking and Foresight requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Implementation and Execution". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 6: Measurement and Performance

2 lessons · 93 min · 3 hours

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Metrics, KPIs and Dashboards

48 min

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Continuous Improvement

45 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Measurement and Performance • Strategic Thinking and Foresight requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Measurement and Performance". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 7: Risk, Governance and Compliance

2 lessons · 102 min · 4 hours

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Managing Risk and Compliance

59 min

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Governance and Accountability

43 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Risk, Governance and Compliance • Strategic Thinking and Foresight requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Risk, Governance and Compliance". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Module 8: Leadership, Culture and Sustainability

2 lessons · 80 min · 3 hours

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Leading People and Culture

40 min

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Sustaining Results Long-Term

40 min

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KEY TAKEAWAYS — Leadership, Culture and Sustainability • Strategic Thinking and Foresight requires both technical skill and sound judgement. • Always start from clear objectives and measurable outcomes. • Use data to drive decisions, not assumptions. • Assign clear ownership and accountability. • Embed lessons learned into systems and culture. • Account for the African operating context and local regulations.

✏️ Practical Exercise

Reflect on your own organisation. Identify one real challenge related to "Leadership, Culture and Sustainability". Using the frameworks from this module, outline (1) the objective, (2) two practical actions you would take this month, and (3) how you would measure success. Be specific and realistic for your context.

Who Should Attend

▸Managers and supervisors responsible for strategic management
▸Professionals seeking to advance their careers in strategic management
▸Team leaders and officers in the public and private sectors
▸Anyone transitioning into a strategic management role
▸Consultants, advisors and practitioners in the field

No prior qualification is required. This course is delivered 100% online and is suitable for professionals across Kenya and the wider African region.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

✓Assess the core principles and frameworks of strategic thinking and foresight
✓Manage practical tools to real workplace challenges
✓Drive and improve current practices in their organisation
✓Align and implement effective approaches with measurable outcomes
✓Evaluate strategic management practice with organisational strategy
✓Establish risk, compliance and governance considerations

Quick Details

Duration28 hours

Modules8 modules

Lessons16 lessons

LevelAdvanced

PriceKES 25,000

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