Strategy, Risks, Negotiation & Leadership

COURSE DURATION  5 DAYS

Dates: 5^th – 9^th October 2026

 

The Cutting-Edge Process for Successful Achievement

Course Introduction

Mastering the dynamics of strategy, risk management, negotiation, and leadership is critical for sustained success. This Strategy, Risks, Negotiation & Leadership training course empowers professionals to navigate uncertainty with clarity and purpose. Drawing inspiration from the mindset that “the biggest risk is not taking any risk,” this course equips participants with the tools and insights required to formulate effective strategies, manage risks, negotiate with confidence, and lead resiliently.

Participants will explore the complexities of strategic decision-making, the integration of risk into planning processes, high-stakes negotiation frameworks, and modern leadership approaches that foster adaptability and innovation. Practical, real-world applications and interactive exercises ensure that learning is immediately applicable to participants’ organizational roles. The course fosters a growth-oriented mindset, preparing delegates to lead decisively and strategically in today’s competitive landscape.

This ALARDI Africa Negotiation & Leadership training course will highlight:

• Strategic thinking for effective planning and execution
• Risk identification and mitigation in strategic initiatives
• High-impact negotiation techniques
• Leadership competencies for managing change and uncertainty
• Tools to lead people and processes with agility

 

Training Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives aligned with organizational goals
• Identify and manage business risks using structured tools and techniques
• Apply effective negotiation strategies in diverse business scenarios
• Lead teams through change and complexity with confidence
• Strengthen decision-making by integrating strategic, operational, and human factors

 

Training Methodology

This ALARDI Africa training course applies a variety of proven adult learning techniques to maximize engagement and knowledge retention. These include expert-led presentations, facilitated discussions, interactive group exercises, video case studies, and team-based problem-solving simulations.

A strong emphasis is placed on real-world application, with participants actively analyzing scenarios and practicing decision-making in dynamic business contexts. The learning experience encourages reflection, collaboration, and the development of personal action plans for immediate workplace impact.

 

Who Should Attend?

This training course is ideal for professionals across all sectors who are responsible for strategy, leadership, or decision-making roles. It will greatly benefit:

• Supervisors and team leaders
• Current and aspiring strategic leaders
• Professionals involved in business planning and risk management
• Managers responsible for negotiation and stakeholder engagement
• Executives seeking to enhance leadership impact in uncertain times

 

Course Outline

Day One: Developing Strategies in a VUCA World

• How Strategy evolved into business
• Leadership Accountability for strategy development
• Strategic planning
• Describing the organisation’s Vision, Mission, Values & Strategy
• Selecting Options, Making Decisions

 

Day Two: Setting Strategy, a Risky Business

• The meaning and nature of risk
• Operational, Tactical and Strategic Risks
• Risk management
• Cost/benefits of mitigation
• Agility, Resilience & Black Swans

 

Day Three: Power, Influence & Negotiation

• Sources of Power & Influence
• Who negotiates and why
• Top Tips for ‘Win-Win’ negotiations
• Key skills for effective negotiations
• Preparing thoroughly: where to draw the line

 

Day Four: How Leaders Drive Change

• Leaders drive strategy & change
• Must leaders be charismatic?
• Leading or managing, or both?
• Leading in uncertain times, key skills
• The Challenge of employees “wanting to do what must be done.”

 

Day Five: Managing the Impact of Change

• The challenge of managing change
• People & Systems are the foundations of success
• Building a coalition of change agents
• Effective channels of communication, pipelines to success
• Developing a personal action plan for further self-development

 

Certificate

• On successful completion of this training course, the ALARDI Africa Certificate will be issued to the participants.

 

Venue:

Kenya-Nairobi                    Cost USD 1800

Morocco-Rabat                  Cost USD 2200

Dates: 5^th – 9^th October 2026