Strategic Thinking for Business

About the Program: Strategic thinking is a powerful leadership tool that equip the organizations with the required foresight and insight to achieve sustained growth, particularly when inculcated among the different layers of leaderships of the organization. It is a critical competency for leadership roles, and this program on ‘Strategic Thinking’ aims to enhance participants' strategic mindset, problem-solving abilities, and decision-making skills. This programme is designed to empower managers and professionals with the skills and knowledge required to think strategically and make informed decisions in a complex business environment. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, group discussions, and practical exercises, participants will gain a deeper understanding of strategic thinking and its application in real-world business scenarios. 

 

Pedagogy: Interactive lectures, Case-based discussions , Role-plays, Real-time scenario analysis  

Objectives: 

  • Develop a strategic mindset and the ability to think long-term. 
  • Understand the fundamentals of strategic planning and execution. 
  • Enhance problem-solving skills for strategic issues. 
  • Foster creativity and innovation in strategic decision-making. 
  • Improve decision-making capabilities in complex and uncertain environments. 
  • Develop leadership qualities and communication skills necessary for strategic leadership roles.

  1. Session Plan: 

Date 

Session 

Topic 

 

23 Feb 2026 

FN 

Welcome and Introduction to the Programme 

Strategic Management Process 

AN 

Strategic Planning 

 

24 Feb 2026 

FN 

Strategic Positioning (Business- Level Strategy) 

AN 

Strategic Positioning (Corporate- Level Strategy) 

 

25 Feb 2026 

FN 

Strategic Leadership (Leadership and Strategic Thinking) 

AN 

Strategy Execution  

Professionals from various industries seeking to enhance their strategic thinking capabilities and advance their careers.

1. Registration fees include the following:

For all the participants:

  • Classroom sessions
  • Reading material
  • Registration kit
  • Internet and Library access
  • Hard Copy Certificate for Course Completion at the end of the programme

Residential participants:

  • Single occupancy AC rooms in the MDP hostel
    Check-in and check-out time: The earliest check-in time 3.00 pm (one day before program commencement
    The latest checkout time is 10.00 am (one day after program completion)
  • Tea, breakfast, Lunch, dinner in working hrs.

Non Residential participants:

    • Breakfast, Working Lunch, tea & snacks

Registration Terms & Conditions:

A. Upon payment of program fees registrations are tentatively confirmed. The final confirmation on the commencement of the program shall be communicated latest 2 weeks before (offline program) & 1 week before (online program) for the scheduled start date of the program.
B. Refund policy
Fees once paid can be adjusted up to 1 financial year against future nominations only. In case a course is canceled on account of inadequate participation or any other unforeseeable reasons, the participants will be informed of the cancellation by e-mail or Fax and the fee will be refunded. IIM Mumbai will not be liable for any other expenses incurred by the company or the participant. Any transaction fee will not be refunded.

C. IIM Mumbai is not responsible for any other expenses borne by the participants due to rescheduling/cancellation of its MDPs

2. Individual Registration

If you wish to register & make payment, please click here Register

3. Company-sponsored / Bulk Registration:

    • In the case of company-sponsored candidates, please share the nomination list and GST details to program@iimmumbai.ac.in for invoice generation.

      Download the INVOICE DETAILS FORM

    • Note: Discount is applicable for 5 or more participants from same organization against invoice.

Course Details

Mode Offline / IIM Mumbai Campus (Offline)
Duration 3 Contact Days
Programme Dates Feb 23, 2026 to Feb 25, 2026
Program Chair Prof. Utpal Chattopadhyay, Prof. Poonam Singh
Program Co-Chair -------

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