Successful organizations turn strategy into action through clear priorities and disciplined execution. In this course, learners build practical skills to align daily work with organizational strategy and deliver projects effectively from start to finish. Learners explore core strategy frameworks such as Porter’s Five Forces and SWOT analysis to assess competitive environments and internal capabilities. The course also covers priority and time management techniques to optimize focus, manage workload, and reduce distractions. Learners will use tools such as goal-setting frameworks (SMART goals), project planning templates, risk assessment methods, and task management systems to guide execution. By the end of the course, learners will be able to translate strategy into actionable plans, prioritize high-impact work, and manage projects across initiation, planning, execution, and closing stages. This course is ideal for professionals seeking to strengthen strategic thinking, project management, and execution skills in dynamic business environments.

Strategy and Implementation

Strategy and Implementation
This course is part of Principles of Management Specialization

Instructor: Illysa Izenberg
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4 hours to complete
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What you'll learn
Apply strategy frameworks such as SWOT and Five Forces to analyze business environments
Align tasks and priorities with organizational strategy to drive effective execution
Use time and priority management techniques to improve productivity and focus
Manage projects end-to-end from initiation and planning to execution and closing
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