Training Course: Business Planning – Development and Analysis Program

Introduction:

In this comprehensive five-day training program, participants will learn the essential skills and techniques required to develop effective business plans and perform in-depth analysis for strategic decision-making. The training will combine theoretical knowledge with practical exercises to ensure participants gain hands-on experience in crafting business plans and evaluating business opportunities.

Objectives:

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

• Understand the importance of business planning and analysis in organizational success.

• Develop a well-structured and comprehensive business plan.

• Conduct market research and industry analysis to identify opportunities and threats.

• Apply financial analysis techniques to evaluate the financial feasibility of business ventures.

• Analyze the competitive landscape and position their business for success.

• Create implementation strategies and action plans to achieve business goals.

• Present business plans professionally to stakeholders.

Target Audience:

This training program is suitable for:

• Entrepreneurs and startup founders seeking to develop strong business plans for their ventures.

• Business managers and executives involved in strategic decision-making.

• Professionals from various industries interested in expanding their understanding of business planning and analysis.

Outlines:

Day 1:

Understanding the Fundamentals of Business Planning

• Introduction to business planning: Importance, benefits, and key components.

• Identifying business goals and objectives.

• Analyzing the business environment: SWOT analysis.

• Understanding the target market: Conducting market research.

Day 2:

Crafting a Comprehensive Business Plan

• Defining the company's mission and vision.

• Creating a compelling value proposition.

• Developing a business model canvas.

• Formulating marketing and sales strategies.

• Constructing the operations and management plan.

Day 3:

Financial Analysis and Feasibility Assessment

• Understanding financial statements: Balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow.

• Evaluating financial ratios for performance assessment.

• Estimating start-up costs and financial projections.

• Assessing business feasibility and risk analysis.

Day 4:

Analyzing the Competitive Landscape

• Identifying key competitors and their strengths and weaknesses.

• Conducting a competitive analysis using Porter's Five Forces model.

• Differentiation strategies and competitive positioning.

• Creating a marketing and sales strategy based on the competitive analysis.

Day 5:

Implementation and Presenting the Business Plan

• Developing implementation strategies and action plans.

• Setting key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitoring progress.

• Presenting the business plan to stakeholders effectively.

• Addressing questions and feedback from investors and other stakeholders.