Master Business Planning: Strategic Development Course

Derived by Lee A. Swanson's Business Plan Development Guide
Master Business Planning: Strategic Development Course

At a glance

Duration
1 Week
Format
Classroom
Cities
Geneva, Bali, Abu Dhabi, Tashkent, Bangkok, Phuket and more
Next session
25 – 29 October 2026, Geneva
Average fee
5,750 €

Course Overview

This intensive course offers a deep dive into the nuances of business plan development, blending theory with practical application. Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and business professionals, it covers all aspects from startup planning to finalizing a business plan. Participants will learn market research methods, competitor analysis techniques, and business model strategies, equipping them with the skills to draft realistic, investor-ready business plans. The course emphasizes business development skills and analysis techniques, making it ideal for those looking to excel in today's dynamic business environment.

 

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

  • Business Analysts
  • Project Managers
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Startup Founders
  • Business Development Managers
  • Marketing Managers.

 It addresses specific skills gaps related to business plan development, strategic planning, and effective stakeholder engagement.

 

Targeted Organizational Departments

  • Business Development
  • Marketing
  •  Strategic Planning
  • Project Management

 Will greatly benefit from this course, as it covers areas like business model creation, drafting business plans, and stakeholder management training.

 

Targeted Industries

  • Technology
  • Retail
  • Healthcare
  •  Consulting, 
  • Investment Bodies (Privet and Public)

 

Course Offerings

By the end of this program participants will learn to 

  • Develop comprehensive business plans.
  • Apply market research methods
  • Create effective business models
  • Prepare persuasive business pitches.
  • Draft realistic business plans and present them effectively to stakeholders.

 

Training Methodology

The course employs a mix of lectures, case studies, interactive sessions, and group workshops. Participants will engage in real-world scenarios, drafting business plans, and receiving feedback to refine their business development skills and analysis techniques.

 

Course Toolbox

Includes a comprehensive workbook, access to online resources, business plan templates, checklists, project planning tools, and sample business plans.

 

Course Agenda

Day 1: Foundations of Business Planning

  • Topic 1: Introduction to Business Plan Development
  • Topic 2: Essential Research for Effective Planning
  • Topic 3: Understanding and Choosing Business Models
  • Topic 4: Initiating the Draft of Your Business Plan
  • Topic 5: Principles of Realistic and Practical Business Planning
  • Reflection & Review: Recap of Business Plan Basics and Discussion

 

Day 2: Developing and Refining the Business Plan

  • Topic 1: From an idea to an operating business 
  • Topic 2: Pilot Testing and Prototyping
  • Topic 3: Strategies for Engaging Stakeholders and Investors
  • Topic 4: Tailoring Business Plans to Entrepreneurial Needs
  • Topic 5: Initial Steps in transforming the Idea into A Business Plan
  • Reflection & Review: Reviewing Progress and Gathering Feedback

Day 3: Advanced Business Analysis Techniques 

  • Topic 1: Analysing the Financial and Non-Financial Indicators
  • Topic 2: Analysing the Competitive Advantage Sustainability
  • Topic 3: Analysing the Supply Chain and its sustainability
  • Topic 4: Analysing the operation plan and value creation process
  • Reflection & Review: Integrating the Analysis into Your Business Plan

 

Day 4: Finalization and Presentation Skills

  • Topic 1: Perfecting the Final Details of Your Business Plan
  • Topic 2: Introduction to Crafting Effective Business Pitches
  • Topic 3: Techniques for Persuasive Business Presentations
  • Topic 4: Utilizing Advanced Tools for Business Plan Development
  • Topic 5: Workshop: Refining and Finalizing Your Business Plan
  • Reflection & Review: Assessing the Readiness and Impact of Your Business Plan

 

Day 5: Implementation Financing Rounds, Juries, and Beyond

  • Topic 1: Comprehensive Business Plan Review and Finalization
  • Topic 2: Practice Session: Presenting Your Business Plans
  • Topic 3: Strategies for Startups share price valuation.
  • Topic 4: Closing Discussion: Financing Rounds and Juries.
  • Topic 5: Certification and Future Pathways in Business Planning
  • Reflection & Review: Course Wrap-Up and Steps Forward

 

How This Course is Different from Other Business Plan Development Courses

'Business Plan Mastery' stands out due to its comprehensive approach, blending theoretical knowledge with practical, real-world applications. Unlike other courses, it offers a unique mix of business analysis techniques, project planning, and entrepreneurial insights, making it highly relevant for today's dynamic business environment. It is designed not just to teach but to transform the way participants approach business plan development and execution.

credits: 5 credit per day

Course Mode: full-time

Provider: Agile Leaders Training Center

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Image Location Dates Duration Mode Price Actions
Geneva Geneva Week 43, 2026
25 – 29 October 2026
1 Week Onsite €6,200
Bali Bali Week 43, 2026
25 – 29 October 2026
1 Week Onsite €5,700
Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi Week 45, 2026
2 – 6 November 2026
1 Week Onsite €4,700
Tashkent Tashkent Week 45, 2026
8 – 12 November 2026
1 Week Onsite €4,500
Bangkok Bangkok Week 46, 2026
15 – 19 November 2026
1 Week Onsite €6,000
Phuket Phuket Week 46, 2026
15 – 19 November 2026
1 Week Onsite €6,000
New York New York Week 47, 2026
16 – 20 November 2026
1 Week Onsite €12,000
Montreux Montreux Week 48, 2026
23 – 27 November 2026
1 Week Onsite €7,500
Chicago Chicago Week 48, 2026
29 November – 3 December 2026
1 Week Onsite €12,000
Zoom Zoom Week 50, 2026
7 – 11 December 2026
1 Week Online €1,500
Toronto Toronto Week 50, 2026
13 – 17 December 2026
1 Week Onsite €12,000
Jakarta Jakarta Week 51, 2026
14 – 18 December 2026
1 Week Onsite €5,700
San Diego San Diego Week 51, 2026
14 – 18 December 2026
1 Week Onsite €14,000
Doha Doha Week 51, 2026
20 – 24 December 2026
1 Week Onsite €5,500
Amman Amman Week 52, 2026
27 – 31 December 2026
1 Week Onsite €4,100
Barcelona Barcelona Week 53, 2026
28 December 2026 – 1 January 2027
1 Week Onsite €5,700
Manama Manama Week 53, 2027
3 – 7 January 2027
1 Week Onsite €4,700
Lagos Lagos Week 01, 2027
10 – 14 January 2027
1 Week Onsite €4,100
Vienna Vienna Week 02, 2027
11 – 15 January 2027
1 Week Onsite €5,700
Dubai Dubai Week 03, 2027
18 – 22 January 2027
1 Week Onsite €4,500

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