Strategic Planning and Operational Research in Public Agencies

Leaders in public institutions need effective strategy formulation skills to reach business goals and improve profitability!

Strategic planning plays a critical role in driving action and delivering desired results within an agency, while operation research (OR) is a discipline that deals with the application of advanced analytical methods to help capability acquisition and better decision-making.

• This Strategic Planning and Operational Research in Public Agencies course provides participants with strategic planning knowledge and skills for leaders and managers at all levels.
• From the basics of strategic planning to implementation of a strategic business plan, learning and applying these skills will help participants define and articulate their agency’s core competencies, vision and mission and effectively map their agency’s future success.

At the end of this training, participants will develop a working knowledge of the Federal performance management framework and the ability to apply a strategic planning process through an exploration of key principles, practical tools, and effective practices. They will return to their agencies with the skills to lead strategic planning activities that advance the overall mission of their agencies.  Knowledge gained from this training will guide participants to create a solid framework to meet their agency’s challenges.

Who should attend:   This course is designed for supervisors, managers, directors, or anyone who is in involved in strategic planning at any level in public agencies to lead strategic planning activities that advance the overall mission, vision, goals and objectives of their agencies.