US15219 | Develop and Implement Strategy & Action Plan (Group Training - 1.5 Days)

 Duration

1.5 Days

Course Overview

Developing a clear strategy is only the first step - success depends on the ability to translate strategy into action and follow through with disciplined implementation. Leaders who can develop, implement, and review strategy and action plans are better positioned to deliver results, align teams, and respond effectively to change.

This programme equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to develop and implement a strategy and action plan within a department, division, or section, using ACTIVE© Leadership principles. Aligned to SAQA Unit Standard 15219, the course focuses on strategic thinking, structured planning, execution, and review to ensure strategies are effectively implemented and sustained.

Who Is This Course For?

This programme is designed for individuals responsible for planning, implementing, and reviewing strategy within a unit or organisation, including:

• Team leaders and supervisors
• Junior and middle managers
• Project leaders and coordinators
• Department or section heads
• Individuals preparing for leadership or management roles

It is particularly relevant for leaders who need to translate organisational strategy into clear action plans and ensure consistent execution and review.

A minimum of 8 people is required to run one cohort.

Please ensure that you select 8 or more when you purchase this course online. Course price is per person. 

What Will You Learn?

By completing this programme, participants will be able to:

• Develop a strategy for a department, division, or section
• Develop action plans aligned to strategic objectives
• Implement action plans effectively within a unit or team
• Monitor progress and manage implementation challenges
• Review action plans and evaluate results
• Apply structured planning and review processes to support continuous improvement

All learning outcomes are aligned to the assessment criteria of Unit Standard 15219.

ACTIVE© Framework

This programme strengthens your capability as an ACTIVE© Leader who plans, executes, and delivers results:

• Aware – Understand internal and external factors influencing strategy development and implementation
• Connecting – Align teams around a shared vision, strategy, and action priorities
• Targeted – Translate strategic intent into focused objectives, actions, and measures
• Innovative – Apply strategic and systems thinking to solve implementation challenges
• Versatile – Adapt strategies and action plans in response to change and emerging priorities
• Engaging – Involve teams in planning, execution, and review to drive ownership and accountability 

Programme Overview

• The role of strategy in organisational and unit performance
• Understanding organisational strategy and alignment
• Environmental and situational analysis
• Developing a unit-level strategy
• Translating strategy into actionable plans
• Developing effective action plans
• Implementing strategy through people and processes
• Monitoring progress and managing execution risks
• Reviewing and evaluating action plans
• Applying ACTIVE© Leadership principles to strategy execution

Tools and Leadership Concepts Covered

• Strategic Thinking
• Environmental and Situational Analysis
• Action Planning
• Performance Monitoring
• Continuous Improvement
• Team Alignment and Accountability
• ACTIVE© Leadership Framework

What’s Included

• Facilitated training sessions
• Practical strategy and action planning tools and templates
• ACTIVE© leadership frameworks
• Real-world workplace scenarios
• Learning resources and assessment guidance

Course Certificate & Accreditation

On successful completion of the programme and assessments, participants will receive:

• Recognition for SAQA Unit Standard 15219
• 4 SAQA Credits at NQF Level 5
• A Services SETA–accredited Statement of Results, recognising competence in developing and implementing strategy and action plans

Course Fee

R 8 670.00 per person
Minimum 8 people