Introduction

Strategic forecasting and company evaluation are critical for directors aiming to enhance decision-making and business growth. This program, designed by Global Horizon Training Center, provides a hands-on approach, equipping participants with practical tools to analyze company performance, assess potential, and develop actionable strategic forecasts. Through interactive workshops, real-world case studies, and business simulation tools, executives will gain insights into risk assessment, valuation techniques, and long-term planning.

Objectives

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

• Accurately analyze current company performance using key financial indicators.

• Assess market positioning through SWOT and PESTLE analysis.

• Source and utilize factual data for business forecasting.

• Develop strategic forecasts based on historical and competitive analysis.

• Implement scenario planning and risk management strategies.

• Translate forecasting insights into actionable business strategies.

Course Methodology

This executive program employs a combination of:

• Interactive workshops and business simulations.

• Hands-on financial modeling and strategic forecasting exercises.

• Real-world case studies from leading global companies.

• Group discussions and role-playing scenarios.

• Practical applications using digital forecasting tools.

• Expert-led guidance and peer networking opportunities.

Organizational Impact

Organizations that invest in this program will benefit from:

• Improved strategic forecasting and risk assessment capabilities.

• Enhanced data-driven decision-making processes.

• Increased accuracy in corporate performance evaluation.

• Strengthened leadership in long-term business planning.

• Optimized resource allocation through advanced forecasting techniques.

• Greater alignment of company strategies with market conditions.

Target Audience

This program is designed for senior executives and decision-makers, including:

• C-Level Executives (CEOs, CFOs, COOs, CSOs, etc.)

• Directors and Senior Managers responsible for strategic planning and finance.

• Board Members seeking to enhance their forecasting acumen.

• Business Unit Leaders involved in financial performance and market analysis.

• Investment Analysts and Corporate Strategists focused on long-term business sustainability.

Outlines

Day 1: Understanding Business Potential

• Introduction to Strategic Forecasting.

• Assessing Organizational SWOT and Market Position.

• Identifying Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Business Evaluation.

• Practical Workshop: SWOT Analysis for a Real-World Company.

Day 2: Data-Driven Decision Making

• Key Financial Indicators and Metrics.

• Analyzing Historical Performance, Competitors, and Market Trends.

• Benchmarking and PESTLE Analysis.

• Sourcing Factual Data for Business Analysis:

  • Utilizing public databases, industry reports, and financial services.

  • Engaging with market research firms for tailored insights.

  • Leveraging subscription-based services like Bloomberg, Statista, and IBISWorld.

• Case Study: Using Market Data to Drive Strategic Decisions.

Day 3: Setting Strategic Forecasts and Plans

• Developing and Implementing Strategic Forecasts.

• Creating Data-Driven Projections for Business Growth.

• Scenario Planning and Risk Management Techniques.

• Workshop: Building a Strategic Forecasting Model.

Day 4: Practical Applications and Business Simulations

• Hands-on Business Simulation Exercise.

• Risk Mitigation Strategies in Forecasting.

• Real-Time Decision-Making Scenarios.

• Interactive Group Discussion: Forecasting Challenges and Solutions.

Day 5: Translating Insights into Actionable Strategies

• Developing an Action Plan for Long-Term Business Growth.

• Aligning Forecasting Results with Corporate Strategy.

• Measuring and Adjusting Forecasting Accuracy Over Time.

• Executive Panel Discussion: Best Practices in Strategic Forecasting.

• Final Presentation: Group-Based Strategic Forecasting Report.