About course
Design strategies that create measurable public value and long-term impact. This five-day executive programme equips leaders to develop, test, and implement value-focused strategies in complex government
12 Jan 2026
End Date:
16 Jan 2026
Duration:
5 Days
Program Fees:
£3,650
2 Feb 2026
End Date:
6 Feb 2026
Duration:
5 Days
Program Fees:
£1,850
Course Overview
In today’s interconnected and rapidly changing world, leaders in government and international organisations face increasing pressure to deliver more value with fewer resources. Developing Strategy for Value Creation is a five-day executive programme that helps senior leaders craft strategies that generate sustainable outcomes—economic, social, and institutional.
Delivered both online and on campus, this immersive programme blends world-class teaching, real-world case studies, and peer collaboration to build strategic thinking and design capabilities. Participants will learn to identify sources of value, align them with national or organisational priorities, and implement strategies that deliver measurable results and lasting impact.
What you will learn
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
• Identify and prioritise key sources of public and organisational value.
• Design strategies that create, capture, and sustain value over the long term.
• Integrate innovation, data, and stakeholder insight into value-focused strategy development.
• Align resources, structures, and partnerships to support value delivery.
• Monitor and evaluate performance to refine strategies in dynamic environments.
Learning Objectives
This programme enables participants to:
• Develop value-focused strategies that align institutional, economic, and societal goals.
• Analyse and define the drivers of value creation within public-sector and global contexts.
• Apply strategic design, scenario planning, and portfolio thinking to complex policy challenges.
• Build cross-functional collaboration to enhance value delivery across departments and agencies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of value-creation strategies and adapt for sustained results.
Who Should Attend
This programme is designed for:
• Senior executives and directors in government ministries, agencies, and international bodies.
• Policy and programme leaders responsible for strategic design and implementation.
• Public-sector professionals driving innovation, transformation, and value-for-money initiatives.
• Executives seeking to enhance their strategic impact and value-creation capability in complex systems.
Curriculum
Day 1 – Understanding Value Creation in the Public Sector
Exploring the foundations of public value and the strategic role of government leadership.
Day 2 – Strategic Analysis and Opportunity Identification
Applying analytical frameworks to identify value drivers, risks, and opportunities for strategic leverage.
Day 3 – Designing Strategy for Sustainable Value
Developing adaptable strategies that align vision, resources, and capabilities with value creation goals.
Day 4 – Innovation, Partnerships, and Stakeholder Engagement
Harnessing innovation and collaboration to co-create value across systems and sectors.
Day 5 – Measuring Impact and Leading for Long-Term Results
Building mechanisms for monitoring, learning, and continuous value enhancement; crafting a personal action plan.
Award
Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will receive the Certificate in Developing Strategy for Value Creation, awarded by the College of Central England.
This certificate recognises advanced capability in value-focused strategy design, public leadership, and delivering long-term outcomes for citizens and stakeholders.






