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Chief Strategy Officer Masterclass: Leading Corporate Transformation

Driving Vision, Innovation, and Sustainable Growth in a Rapidly Changing Business Environment

Chief Strategy Officer Masterclass: Leading Corporate Transformation
Course Schedule

CLASSROOM

15-19 Dec 2025
London
$5,950
22-26 Dec 2025
Moscow
$5,950
26-30 Jan 2026
London
$5,950
23-27 Mar 2026
London
$5,950
18-22 May 2026
London
$5,950
20-24 Jul 2026
London
$5,950
14-18 Sep 2026
Barcelona
$5,950
02-06 Nov 2026
Amsterdam
$5,950
14-18 Dec 2026
London
$5,950
Certificate
  • Coventry Academy Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

Training Overview

Training Overview

The business world is evolving faster than ever before. Disruption has become the norm, not the exception — driven by digital transformation, shifting customer expectations, global competition, and technological breakthroughs. In this landscape, organizations can no longer rely on static strategies or outdated management models. They need visionary leaders who can continuously redefine direction, align diverse teams, and guide complex organizations toward sustainable success. This is where the Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) plays a transformative role.

The CSO is the architect of the future — a bridge between long-term vision and practical execution, between innovation and governance, and between leadership and performance. More than a strategist, today’s CSO must be an integrator of business functions, a driver of digital transformation, and a champion of agility and foresight. The position demands mastery of analytical tools, leadership acumen, and the ability to navigate uncertainty with confidence and creativity.

This Chief Strategy Officer Masterclass: Leading Corporate Transformation training course has been meticulously designed to empower executives and senior professionals with the mindset, frameworks, and tools required to excel in the CSO role. It explores the full lifecycle of corporate strategy — from analysis and formulation to execution, monitoring, and transformation. Participants will gain deep insights into how to build strategic agility, embed innovation into core business models, and ensure that strategic plans are not just developed, but executed effectively across all levels of the organization.

Throughout the program, participants will engage with real-world corporate case studies, simulation-based exercises, and interactive group discussions. They will learn how global organizations — from tech giants to industrial leaders — design resilient strategies that withstand disruption and turn uncertainty into opportunity. Delegates will also explore cutting-edge tools such as strategic foresight, scenario planning, OKRs, and balanced scorecard frameworks, while developing the leadership skills necessary to influence boards, investors, and teams.

By the end of this course, participants will emerge as capable strategic leaders who can see the big picture while managing the details that make transformation succeed. They will be equipped to anticipate future trends, design adaptive strategies, and inspire innovation across business ecosystems — ensuring their organizations remain competitive, profitable, and future-ready.

This masterclass is not about abstract theory — it is a practical executive experience that blends leadership, strategy, transformation, and innovation into one integrated framework for excellence.

What are the goals?

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

  • Understand the evolving responsibilities and strategic influence of the modern CSO
  • Build and lead an effective strategy function that drives enterprise transformation
  • Apply advanced frameworks for market analysis, foresight, and value creation
  • Translate corporate vision into actionable strategic plans and measurable KPIs
  • Lead innovation initiatives aligned with digital and organizational transformation goals
  • Manage change, culture, and risk during complex strategic transitions
  • Strengthen communication and influence at the board and stakeholder levels
  • Develop a resilient, agile, and sustainable strategy for long-term growth

Who is this Training Course for?

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit: 

  • Chief Strategy Officers, Chief Transformation Officers, and Heads of Strategic Planning
  • CEOs, COOs, CFOs, and Senior Executives involved in long-term decision-making
  • Directors of Business Development, Corporate Planning, and Innovation
  • Senior Managers preparing for executive-level strategic leadership roles
  • Consultants and advisors specializing in governance, strategic growth, and transformation

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This training course will be delivered using a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure engagement and retention. Facilitated by an experienced instructor, the training includes interactive discussions, real-world case studies, and visual presentations to support understanding. Participants will benefit from structured lectures, group exercises, and multimedia tools such as videos and simulation scenarios. Each attendee will receive comprehensive course materials, ensuring practical application of concepts long after the course concludes.

The Course Content

Day One: The Evolving Role of the Chief Strategy Officer
  • The CSO as visionary, architect, and integrator of transformation
  • From planning to execution: redefining the scope of strategic leadership
  • Aligning strategy, structure, and culture for organizational effectiveness
  • Building and leading the Strategy Office: functions, governance, and influence
  • Vision, mission, and corporate purpose: linking long-term goals with stakeholder value
  • Leadership mindset for strategic influence in the boardroom
  • Workshop: Assessing your organization’s strategic leadership maturity
Day Two: Strategic Analysis, Design, and Value Creation
  • Advanced tools for environmental and competitive analysis: PESTLE, Porter’s Five Forces, and Blue Ocean Strategy
  • Identifying key drivers of value and sources of competitive advantage
  • Strategic positioning, differentiation, and portfolio management
  • Business model reinvention in the era of digital disruption
  • From data to insight: using analytics and intelligence for strategic design
  • Defining strategic priorities and corporate-level KPIs
  • Case Study: Designing a high-impact corporate strategy for growth and transformation
Day Three: Strategy Execution, Transformation, and Change Leadership
  • Turning strategy into performance: bridging the execution gap
  • OKRs (Objectives & Key Results), Balanced Scorecard, and Strategy Maps
  • Building cross-functional alignment and cascading strategic objectives
  • Leading organizational transformation and change readiness
  • Managing cultural transformation for innovation and agility
  • Governance, monitoring, and performance dashboards for CSOs
  • Simulation Exercise: Leading a corporate transformation from vision to action
Day Four: Strategic Foresight, Risk, and Innovation Leadership
  • Environmental scanning and trend monitoring in uncertain markets
  • Scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
  • Embedding innovation and digitalization into corporate strategy
  • Managing strategic risk and uncertainty through resilience frameworks
  • Balancing short-term performance with long-term innovation investments
  • Building strategic partnerships and ecosystem alliances
  • Workshop: Creating a foresight-driven innovation roadmap
Day Five: Executive Strategy Leadership and Boardroom Communication
  • Influencing stakeholders and communicating strategy with impact
  • Building credibility and trust at the executive and board level
  • Strategic storytelling and data visualization for decision-making
  • ESG, sustainability, and ethical leadership in modern strategy
  • The CSO’s leadership competencies for the next decade
  • Designing your organization’s transformation blueprint
  • Capstone Project: Presenting a Corporate Transformation Plan

Providers and Associations

Anderson
Anderson
Aztech Training
Aztech Training
COPEX
COPEX