EDA 802 – Advanced Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking

About Course

This course delves into sophisticated strategic planning and systems thinking, equipping students with the tools to develop high-impact initiatives that align with and enhance institutional missions.

Students will learn advanced methods of strategic analysis, scenario planning, and systems-based approaches to organizational development, preparing them to lead complex change efforts in educational institutions.

Demonstrate a deep understanding of strategic planning and systems thinking concepts.
Develop comprehensive strategic plans that enhance institutional missions.
Apply systems thinking to analyze and solve complex organizational challenges.
Lead and manage strategic change initiatives within educational institutions.
Evaluate the success of strategic plans and adjust strategies as necessary.

Course Content

Week 1: Introduction to Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking

Introduction to Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking

01:51
LO1: Define key Concepts and Components of Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking

08:57
LO2: Describe major Frameworks and Methodologies applied in Strategic Planning

12:44
LO3: Analyze the Link between Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking

10:15
Multiple Choice Questions
True/False Questions
Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
Key Terms and Concepts Questions
Short Answer Questions
Written Assignment
Presentation Task
Role-Playing Activity
Peer Review Task
Exercises and Activities Adaptation

Week 2: Mission and Vision Alignment

Mission and Vision Alignment

01:59
LO1: Explain how to Analyze and Refine Institutional Mission Statements

10:07
LO2: Apply Strategies to Align Strategic Initiatives with Organizational Vision

09:46
LO3: Evaluate the Consistency between Mission, Vision, and Strategic Alignment

09:50
Multiple Choice Questions
True/False Questions
Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
Key Terms and Concepts Questions
Short Answer Questions
Written Assignment
Presentation Task
Role-Playing Activity
Peer Review Task
Exercises and Activities Adaptation

Week 3: Environmental Scanning and Analysis

Environmental Scanning and Analysis

03:32
LO1: Describe Techniques used for conducting Environmental Scanning

10:14
LO2: Apply SWOT and other Tools to assess Institutional Context

09:47
LO3: Understand how Environmental Scanning informs Strategic Decisions

10:17
Multiple Choice Questions
True/False Questions
Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
Key Terms and Concepts Questions
Short Answer Questions
Written Assignment
Presentation Task
Role-Playing Activity
Peer Review Task
Exercises and Activities Adaptation

Week 4: Strategic Goals and Objectives Development

Strategic Goals and Objectives Development

03:06
LO1: Define the Criteria for setting SMART Goals and Objectives

08:38
LO2: Construct Linkages between Strategic Goals and Institutional Priorities

09:17
LO3: Evaluate the Effectiveness of SMART Goals in achieving Priorities

07:32
Multiple Choice Questions
True/False Questions
Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
Key Terms and Concepts Questions
Short Answer Questions
Written Assignment
Presentation Task
Role-Playing Activity
Peer Review Task
Exercises and Activities Adaptation

Week 5: Scenario Planning and Forecasting

Scenario Planning and Forecasting

03:50
LO1: Explain Methods for developing Alternative Future Scenarios

09:11
LO2: Apply Strategic Forecasting Techniques to support Long-Term Planning

07:28
LO3: Integrate how Scenario Planning enhances Strategic Formulation

10:13
Multiple Choice Questions
True/False Questions
Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
Key Terms and Concepts Questions
Short Answer Questions
Written Assignment
Presentation Task
Role-Playing Activity
Peer Review Task
Exercises and Activities Adaptation

About Course

What Will You Learn?

Course Content

Week 1: Introduction to Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking

Introduction to Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking

LO1: Define key Concepts and Components of Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking

LO2: Describe major Frameworks and Methodologies applied in Strategic Planning

LO3: Analyze the Link between Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking

Multiple Choice Questions

True/False Questions

Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions

Key Terms and Concepts Questions

Short Answer Questions

Written Assignment

Presentation Task

Role-Playing Activity

Peer Review Task

Exercises and Activities Adaptation

Week 2: Mission and Vision Alignment

Mission and Vision Alignment

LO1: Explain how to Analyze and Refine Institutional Mission Statements

LO2: Apply Strategies to Align Strategic Initiatives with Organizational Vision

LO3: Evaluate the Consistency between Mission, Vision, and Strategic Alignment

Multiple Choice Questions

True/False Questions

Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions

Key Terms and Concepts Questions

Short Answer Questions

Written Assignment

Presentation Task

Role-Playing Activity

Peer Review Task

Exercises and Activities Adaptation

Week 3: Environmental Scanning and Analysis

Environmental Scanning and Analysis

LO1: Describe Techniques used for conducting Environmental Scanning

LO2: Apply SWOT and other Tools to assess Institutional Context

LO3: Understand how Environmental Scanning informs Strategic Decisions

Multiple Choice Questions

True/False Questions

Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions

Key Terms and Concepts Questions

Short Answer Questions

Written Assignment

Presentation Task

Role-Playing Activity

Peer Review Task

Exercises and Activities Adaptation

Week 4: Strategic Goals and Objectives Development

Strategic Goals and Objectives Development

LO1: Define the Criteria for setting SMART Goals and Objectives

LO2: Construct Linkages between Strategic Goals and Institutional Priorities

LO3: Evaluate the Effectiveness of SMART Goals in achieving Priorities

Multiple Choice Questions

True/False Questions

Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions

Key Terms and Concepts Questions

Short Answer Questions

Written Assignment

Presentation Task

Role-Playing Activity

Peer Review Task

Exercises and Activities Adaptation

Week 5: Scenario Planning and Forecasting

Scenario Planning and Forecasting

LO1: Explain Methods for developing Alternative Future Scenarios

LO2: Apply Strategic Forecasting Techniques to support Long-Term Planning

LO3: Integrate how Scenario Planning enhances Strategic Formulation

Multiple Choice Questions

True/False Questions

Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions

Key Terms and Concepts Questions

Short Answer Questions

Written Assignment

Presentation Task

Role-Playing Activity

Peer Review Task

Exercises and Activities Adaptation

Week 6: Systems Thinking in Educational Leadership

Systems Thinking in Educational Leadership