Strategic Planning Practice Exam
Strategic Planning Practice Exam
About Strategic Planning Exam
Strategic Planning Certification certifies you on how to build and carry out long-term plans in businesses. Strategic thinking is a must-have skill for leaders and managers today. This certification helps you understand how to set goals, analyze your environment, build action plans, and track results. Companies value people who can see the big picture and lead growth. By learning to use tools like SWOT and PESTLE, you'll improve your decision-making and leadership skills. Whether you're just starting or moving into a leadership role, this certification adds strong value to your resume and helps you lead with confidence and clarity.
Who should take the Exam?
This exam is ideal for:
- Business analysts and consultants
- Mid- to senior-level managers
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders
- Project managers and team leads
- MBA students and graduates
- Professionals moving into strategic roles
- Nonprofit and public sector planners
Skills Required
- Strategic thinking and goal setting
- Market and competitor analysis
- Use of planning tools (SWOT, PESTLE)
- Decision-making and resource planning
- Strategy implementation and monitoring
- Change management and leadership
- Communication of strategic goals
Knowledge Gained
- How to develop strategic vision and mission
- Use of strategic frameworks and models
- Steps for effective planning and execution
- Aligning teams and resources with strategy
- Measuring and refining strategy performance
- Handling change during strategic shifts
- Practical insights for real-world planning
Course Outline
The Strategic Planning Exam covers the following topics -
Domain 1 - Introduction to Strategic Planning
- What is strategic planning?
- Key principles and purpose
- Strategic vs operational planning
Domain 2 - Vision, Mission, and Goals
- Crafting a clear vision and mission
- Setting SMART goals
- Aligning strategy with organizational goals
Domain 3 - Strategic Analysis Tools
- SWOT analysis
- PESTLE analysis
- Porter’s Five Forces
Domain 4 - Strategy Formulation
- Identifying strategic options
- Growth and competitive strategies
- Corporate vs business-level strategy
Domain 5 - Strategy Implementation
- Action planning and KPIs
- Communication of strategy
- Team alignment and accountability
Domain 6 - Monitoring and Evaluation
- Performance tracking
- Strategic audits
- Continuous improvement cycle
Domain 7 - Change Management in Strategy
- Managing resistance
- Adapting to market changes
- Role of leadership in strategic execution
