Strategic Entrepreneurial Thinking for Leaders
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Start date
27 January 2026
Duration
Two-day course
Learning mode
Face to face on campus
Overview
This immersive and practical two-day course is designed for senior leaders who want to transform entrepreneurial ideas into actionable strategies. Through frameworks in design thinking, market analysis, and strategic execution, participants will develop real opportunities drawn from their own organisations into measurable action plans.
Guided by experienced facilitators and peer collaboration, you’ll refine your concept, test its feasibility, and develop a detailed implementation roadmap. The course emphasises applied learning, enabling you to lead innovation and sustainable growth with confidence.
Cost
- On Campus: £3,000
Fees include course materials, refreshments, and access to post-course resources.
Course fees are based on face-to-face delivery at one of our London campuses. Group discounts are available for bookings of more than five participants in both the UK and internationally. We also offer customised programmes tailored to organisational needs. Please contact us to discuss group rates or bespoke training options.
Delivery
This course is delivered in-person, for the duration of two days (27 and 28 January 2026).
Why choose UEL?
UEL’s Royal Docks School of Business and Law empowers leaders to transform ideas into strategic, real-world results. This course reflects UEL’s Vision 2028, equipping senior professionals with the mindset and tools to drive innovation and sustainable organisational growth.
What you'll learn
Day 1 - Strategic Opportunity Development
- Design thinking and opportunity discovery
- Market validation and customer insight
- Crafting value propositions and business models
Day 2 - Implementation and Execution
- Strategic planning and funding strategies
- Resource mobilisation and stakeholder engagement
- Building and leading innovative teams
- Developing execution roadmaps and success metrics
How you'll learn
Your learning experience will be delivered through a dynamic blend of teaching methods designed to support professional growth and applied practice. You will engage in a combination of lectures, seminars and interactive workshops, complemented by presentations, case study analysis and collaborative group work. Learning will also be supported through guided independent study, digital learning resources, discussion forums and opportunities for peer-to-peer knowledge exchange. Industry insights and real-world problem-solving activities will further enhance your understanding and ensure that theory is consistently linked to current professional practice. This integrated approach offers a rich and engaging CPD experience aligned with contemporary industry expectations.
How you'll be assessed
This executive programme is designed for practical impact rather than formal examination. There are no graded assessments. Instead, participants engage in a series of applied, formative learning activities that allow them to test ideas, refine strategies, and receive tailored feedback.
Throughout the course, you will:
- Apply entrepreneurial frameworks directly to your own organisational challenge
- Receive expert feedback from facilitators
- Participate in peer review sessions
- Work through hands-on tools and exercises to develop your opportunity and implementation plan
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