This session covers the basic principles of strategic planning, plan development, and plan marketing and tools and tips for ensuring the plan becomes actionable.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the basic principles of strategic planning.
2. Define common strategic planning terms.
3. Speak to the steps involved in creating a strategic plan.
4. Write impactful goals with supporting strategies.
5. Articulate where the strategic plan falls within the organization’s guiding documents.

Abstract:

This session covers the basic principles of strategic planning, plan development, and plan marketing and tools and tips for ensuring the plan becomes actionable. The presenter will cover strategic plan preparation, writing strategic goals and common terminology. Participants will learn practical tips for implementing the strategic plan and ensuring progress towards goals.

Outline:

1. Purpose of a Strategic Plan
2. Creating the Strategic Plan
   1. Setting the Scene
   2. Common Terminology
   3. Pre-Session Materials and Resources
3. Review of Mission, Vision and Values Statements
4. Writing Goals
   1. Sample Goal Statement
   2. Precautions
5. Strategic Plan Implementation Process
   1. Strategic Plan promotion
   2. Action Plans