Operational planning is the process of linking strategic goals and objectives with operational goals and objectives. It aims to provide organization's employees with a clear vision of their tasks and responsibilities, in line with the goals and objectives of the strategic plan.

The course combines theory with practice, so trainees will be able to prepare a firm and effective operational plan which ensures that work team and stakeholders achieve real, measurable outputs that take into account the timeline of the operational period.

Upon completion of this course, trainees should be able to:

• Develop an operational plan regardless of the organization size & budget
• Learn operational planning concept and its importance
• Learn the elements of developing an operational plan
• Learn the extent of integration between the strategic & the operational plan
• Learn about operational planning models and tools
• Learn the mechanism and criteria for forming an operational planning team
• Apply the concepts of operational planning and prepare operational plans for organizations

A trainee must pass their examination and attendance with a mark of 80% to obtain a certification in Operational Planning.

• Top and middle management directors who are motivated to enhance their skills, abilities and knowledge to become more effective leaders
• Administrative and supervisory staff
• Operational planning, monitoring and performance evaluation officers
• Employees wishing to develop their career path