Strategic leadership

A deep understanding of the core principles and practices of leadership, which enhances individuals’ knowledge, skills, and attributes necessary to effectively engage in the roles and responsibilities of both an effective team member and a team leader. It focuses on empowering individuals to proactively innovate and improve, contributing to strategy formulation and business planning within the organization.

Certificate included

Dr. Manjusha hirikhan

Strategic leadership

University of Kent – United Kingdom

Qualifications and Accreditations

Lecture Sessions

After each 20-minute lecture, 10 to 15 multiple-choice questions to assess understanding (total of 12 hours).

Workshops

24 Hours 
of face-to-face workshops

Study Materials

Main textbook: Saunders, M., Lewis, P., and Thornhill, A. (2010) Research Methods for Business Learners. Harlow: Prentice Hall.

Pre-recorded Lectures

24 hours of pre-recorded lectures, each lasting 20 minutes (with subtitles in English, Arabic, and various other languages).

Assessment

Research Proposal
2,500 words Correction and awarding of certificate

Courses that may interest you

Enhance your executive leadership capabilities through the strategic leadership module within the MBA program at Ibis Business School.
This module is designed to prepare visionary leaders capable of effectively guiding organizations within a complex and rapidly changing global environment.

You will learn how to make informed strategic decisions, stimulate innovation, and lead organizational transformation to ensure sustainable growth, flexibility, and competitive excellence.

What is strategic leadership?

Strategic leadership refers to the practice where executive leaders use diverse leadership approaches to develop an organizational vision that enables the organization to adapt and maintain a competitive position within a constantly changing economic and technological environment.

Strategic leaders use this vision to motivate employees and departments to work toward common goals, thereby enhancing a sense of unity and shared direction within the organization.

Strategic leadership aims to:

Streamline operations and improve strategic productivity.

Enhance organizational innovation and creativity.

Creating a work environment that encourages employees to be independent, proactive and share new ideas.

Strategic leaders often use incentive and reward programs to encourage employees for Outstanding Performance and achievement of organizational goals.

Why study strategic leadership at Ibis Business School

At IBIS College, the strategic leadership module combines theory and practice, preparing students to lead organizations with a clear vision, intellectual integrity and strategic insight.

1. نظريات ونماذج القيادة (Leadership Theories and Models)

Explore a range of leadership models and frameworks that form the basis for making strategic decisions and improving organizational performance.

2. Leadership with vision (Visionary Leadership)

Learn how to formulate a strong and clear vision and communicate effectively about it in a way that aligns with the organization's goals and motivates all stakeholders.

3. Ethical decision-Making (Ethical Decision-Making)

Develop your ability to lead responsibly by understanding the ethical, social and environmental dimensions of leadership decisions.

4. Change Management (Change Management)

Master the art of leading change within organizations through strategies to deal with resistance to change and ensure adherence to new trends.

5. Leadership in Crisis (Crisis Leadership)

Acquire the necessary skills to confidently and clearly lead in critical situations and high stresses, ensuring stability during crises.

By the end of this unit, the learner will be able to:

Demonstrate an advanced understanding of strategic leadership theories and their practical applications in the business environment.

Develop an inspiring and clear vision that enhances organizational alignment and motivates teams to work collaboratively.

Enhance ethical and socially responsible decision-making skills in complex situations.

Effectively lead and manage strategic change, and foster a culture of adaptability and resilience within the organization.

Handle and resolve crises using strategic thinking and analytical skills.

What is strategic leadership?

Strategic leadership refers to the practice where executive leaders use diverse leadership approaches to develop an organizational vision that enables the organization to adapt and maintain a competitive position within a constantly changing economic and technological environment.

Strategic leaders use this vision to motivate employees and departments to work toward common goals, thereby enhancing a sense of unity and shared direction within the organization.

Main characteristics

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(Leadership Models)

Discover leadership models that support effective strategic decision-making.

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(Visionary Leadership)

Learn to craft an inspiring vision that achieves organizational goals and motivates everyone.

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(Ethical Decision-Making)

Develop your ability to make responsible and ethical leadership decisions.

_Change Management
(Change Management)

Master change leadership to ensure adaptation to new trends.

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(Crisis Leadership)

Gain confident leadership skills in tough conditions and high-pressure situations.

Strategic leadership aims to:

Simplify processes and improve productivity.

Enhance organizational innovation and creativity.

Create a work environment that fosters idea sharing. 

Incentive programs to support performance and achieve goals.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this unit, the learner will be able to: