Business Strategy 101 – Think Like a CEO

Business Strategy 101: Learn essential frameworks and develop a CEO mindset to make strategic decisions and drive your organization’s success.
Duration: 1 Day
Hours: 2 Hours
Training Level: All Levels
Batch One
Thursday, April 16, 2026
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM (Eastern Time)
Batch Two
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM (Eastern Time)
Batch Three
Monday, June 15, 2026
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM (Eastern Time)
Live Session
Single Attendee
$149.00 $249.00
Live Session
Recorded
Single Attendee
$199.00 $332.00
6 month Access for Recorded
Live+Recorded
Single Attendee
$249.00 $416.00
6 month Access for Recorded

About the Course:

Business Strategy 101 – Think Like a CEO is a hands-on course that helps professionals see how business leaders think, make decisions, and set priorities. Strategy is more than just using complex frameworks. It means making clear choices when things are uncertain, using resources wisely, and guiding the organisation toward long-term goals.

This course makes strategic thinking easy to understand and put into practice. You will see how CEOs assess opportunities, navigate trade-offs, weigh risks, and work toward lasting growth. The course focuses on mindset, clear thinking, and real decisions rather than complicated business school jargon.

Course Objectives:

When you finish this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand what business strategy really means.
  • See beyond daily tasks and routines to understand the bigger business picture.
  • Think about strategic choices from a CEO’s perspective.
  • Identify new growth opportunities and discover your competitive advantages.
  • Make better decisions, even when you have limited information or face uncertainty.
  • Make sure your actions match your long-term business goals.

Who is the Target Audience?

This course is a great fit for:

  • Founders and those who want to become entrepreneurs.
  • Managers and team leaders who are taking on more strategic responsibilities.
  • Professionals looking to have a greater impact on business decisions.
  • Leaders in product, operations, or growth roles.
  • Consultants and advisors who support business leaders.

Basic Knowledge:

  • You do not need any experience in strategy or an MBA to join.

Curriculum
Total Duration: 2 Hours
What Strategy Really Is

  • Strategy vs planning vs execution
  • Why strategy is about choices and trade-offs
  • The CEO’s role in shaping strategy

Thinking Like a CEO

  • Seeing the business as a system
  • Balancing short-term results with long-term growth
  • Managing constraints: people, capital, and time

Understanding the Business Model

  • How companies make money
  • Cost structures, pricing, and margins
  • Value creation and value capture

Competitive Advantage & Positioning

  • Understanding competition and market dynamics
  • Differentiation and strategic positioning
  • Defending and sustaining advantage

Growth Strategy & Strategic Options

  • Organic vs inorganic growth
  • Market expansion, product innovation, and partnerships
  • Evaluating opportunities and risks

Decision-Making Under Uncertainty

  • Strategic decisions with incomplete information
  • Risk assessment and scenario thinking
  • Avoiding common strategic mistakes

From Strategy to Execution

  • Translating strategy into priorities and action
  • Aligning teams around strategic goals
  • Measuring what truly matters