An intensive professional development training course on
Strategic Decision Making for Leaders
Developing Critical Thinking Skills
in the Face of Risk and Uncertainty
Why Choose Strategic Decision Making for Leaders Training Course?
The Structure
This comprehensive training course consists of two modules which can be booked as a 10 Day Training event, or as individual, 5 Day training courses.
Module 1: Strategic Decision-Making Models for Managers
Module 2: Building My Leadership Philosophy
The Course Content
Module 1 - Strategic Decision-Making Models for Managers
- Define decision making
- Rational v emotional decision making
- Individual v Collective
- The science behind decisions
- Avoiding decision making
- Psychological biases
- Process of decision making
- Kepner Tregoe
- Decision trees
- Other tools
- Intuition: thinking fast and slow
- Neuroscience – the brain is not 2 halves
- Types of problems
- Problem solving process
- Question bursts
- Solving complex problems
- Who makes decisions?
- Getting consensus
- Strategic decision making
- Understanding the environment
- Variables in strategy development
- Option development/option selection
- Delivering multiple goals, agendas, objectives
- Building a strategic planning framework
- The paradox: compliance v creativity
- Agile decision making
- What if mistakes occur?
- Strategic drift
- Decisions at an inflection point
- Review and action planning
- Early Leadership history
- Values, beliefs and development of early leadership
- The rise and fall of Trait Theory
- The ‘pros’ and ‘cons’ of Trait Theory
- The re-emergence of Trait Theory and its relevance today
- Case Studies, scenarios and practical exercises
Module 2 - Building My Leadership Philosophy
- Behaviour and Style concepts of leadership
- Learning how to become a leader
- How Situational & Contingence theories developed
- The style of action based upon situational variables
- The action based upon the follower’s style and variables
- Case Studies, scenarios and practical exercises
- Functional behaviours that contribute to organizational effectiveness
- Efficient vs. Effective leadership
- Influencing your organization with strict moral codes
- Ethical & Moral Leadership
- Psychological theory, using the old and adding “leadership presence”
- Case Studies, scenarios and practical exercises
- The Transactional leader who holds power and control over employees
- Rewards and punishments
- Transformational style that can inspire positive changes
- Improving process and leading innovation
- Leader-Member relationship between leaders and followers
- Case Studies, scenarios and practical exercises
- Recognize their own emotions and those of others
- Adapting to environments to achieve one's goal
- Emotional intelligence for good interpersonal communication
- Neo-Emergent style based on creating a collaborative culture
- Dramatically increasing innovation and profit
- Case Studies, scenarios and practical exercises
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
How Aztech Saudi Can Enhance Your Professional Career
At Aztech Saudi, we believe that professional development is the foundation of long-term career success. This training course is expertly designed to equip individuals with practical skills, forward-thinking strategies, and the confidence to navigate today’s dynamic work environments. Each course is delivered by subject matter specialists with extensive industry experience, ensuring that every learning experience is relevant, impactful, and aligned with real-world challenges. Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical expertise, enhance leadership abilities, or stay ahead of industry trends, Aztech Saudi provides the tools you need to elevate your performance and deliver measurable value to your organization.
Our training is more than just knowledge transfer—it’s a catalyst for career transformation. By participating in our courses, professionals gain a competitive advantage in their fields, improve their decision-making capabilities, and position themselves for new opportunities and leadership roles. We take pride in supporting individuals across various sectors and career stages, helping them unlock their full potential through high-quality, globally benchmarked learning experiences. With Aztech Saudi as your development partner, you’re not only investing in education—you're investing in a stronger, more successful future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
AZTech Saudi offers a wide range of internationally benchmarked training courses across various disciplines including leadership, finance, engineering, project management, HR, and more. All courses are designed to meet the professional development needs of individuals and organizations in Saudi Arabia.
Our training courses are conducted in major cities across the Kingdom, including Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Al Khobar. We partner with top-tier venues to provide an optimal learning environment that combines comfort, convenience, and professionalism.
Yes, AZTech Saudi collaborates with globally recognized professional bodies to offer accredited training courses. Participants receive certificates that reflect international standards and support their career growth and industry credibility.
Absolutely. We work closely with Saudi-based organizations to develop tailored in-house training solutions that address specific business needs, departmental goals, and workforce development strategies—delivered onsite or at a preferred location
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