Online: How to Structure Strategic Projects

"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us." - J. R. R. Tolkien/ Lord of the rings.

A project bridges vision with the desired results within a specific time frame. However, many strategic projects fail just because they have not been set-up well from the outset. Setting up a Strategic project requires identifying & solving the right problem, methodologically prioritizing and planning activities, and engaging the people network systemically for success. Once the foundation is properly set-up, management and tracking become easier. A science that's artistically done.

Whether you are managing large strategic projects or an entrepreneur setting up a multi-stakeholder initiative, the methodology and skills remain the same. Learn to:

• Solve the right problem e.g., via issues trees. Focusing on the right question from the start is key to any successful project.

• Scope, prioritize, and plan activities to develop a realistic implementation plan. As time…