Event Details

BritCham Shanghai invites you to attend the three-day 'Strategy for Directors' course, delivered by the Institute of Directors (IoD) on 21-23 April 2027 in Beijing. This course can be taken as part of the IoD's 'Certificate in Company Direction​'. 


Download the full intro pack here for more details​.


This course explores the relationship between strategy, governance and risk. It highlights the importance of a dynamic strategic process in delivering stakeholder value and generating competitive advantage. You will gain insight into the board-level knowledge and practical skills required to create, implement and evaluate your organisation's strategy. 


Objectives

To give you the knowledge and skills to:

  • identify the components and explain the process of planning and implementing an effective strategy
  • carry out analysis that will reveal areas of strategic opportunity or threat
  • use strategic concepts and models to generate, evaluate and assess strategic options
  • deliver your current strategic objectives while future-proofing your organisation


๏ปฟBenefits

This module will help you drive a dynamic strategic process, ensuring you have the tools and frameworks needed to support strategic thinking and decision making. You will leave with practical, applicable knowledge to deliver your organisation's objectives, while anticipating risk and ensuring you're ready for the future.

This course can be combined with other modules to qualify for the Certificate in Company Direction.

Speakers

  • Ian Waddelow (Course Leader, Strategy for Directors)

    Ian Waddelow

    Course Leader, Strategy for Directors

    Business experience
    Ian Waddelow is an expert in strategic planning, board performance and international brand marketing. With over 25 years of experience helping CEOs, boards and organisations to grow worldwide. Ian currently lives in Bordeaux and works with clients in the UK, Europe, North America and Australasia in industries ranging from high fashion to hi-tech, manufacturing through to property.

    Professional credentials and training experience
    Ian is a member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing and works with clients ranging from SMEs to large multinationals such as RBS/NatWest, Bibby, AMEC, WS Atkins and Wrigleys. As an IoD consultant he has helped formulate strategy, develop new products and expand into new markets with companies such as Laing O’Rourke, First Group, The British Dental Association and the BBC.

    How to register
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Tickets

Training Course - Member Ticket - Register your interest

This is a pre-paid training course.

๏ปฟFor attendees who want to join the course, please register your interest with BritCham Shanghai first.

The Chamber staff will check your details and connect you with a dedicated IoD staff, who will then guide you through the enrollment and complete your payment.

For BritCham Shanghai Members, upon successful sign-up, you will receive 1-years international IoD membership included in the course package.

Member Price ยฃ3,550
Training Course - Non-member Ticket - Register your interest

This is a pre-paid training course.

๏ปฟFor attendees who want to join the course, please register your interest with BritCham Shanghai first.

The Chamber staff will check your details and connect you with a dedicated IoD staff, who will then guide you through the enrollment and complete your payment.

Standard Price ยฃ4,150