Training Courses in Strategy
Learn the proven problem-solving techniques of leading management consulting firms. Courses can be tailored to a diverse set of audiences - from senior executives to postgraduate students.
I've taught people from firms of all sizes, from FTSE-listed companies to small businesses and start-ups. Course formats range from a specific theme (e.g., market size estimation) to bespoke training courses for board members with follow-up 1:1 coaching.
My postgraduate courses have been created for, and delivered to, triple-accredited institutions including Imperial College, Cambridge University and other leading academic institutions internationally.
Strategy
Formulation
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Strategic problem solving techniques, as used used by leading consulting firms and in-house strategy teams.​
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Frameworks for business goal setting, new market assessment, competitor analysis, M&A feasibility and business model design.​ Extensive use of case teaching methods.​​
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Client relationship skills from the "rational" development of the problem statement and hypothesis generation, to the "emotional" preparation of stakeholders and ultimately gaining buy-in to the recommendation.
Board-Level Communication
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Storyboarding, slide design and structured executive-level writing skills.
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Assistance for client teams that require support on the preparation of stakeholders & key messages for Board presentations.
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Communication techniques for sharing insights with - and making recommendations to - Board-level audiences.
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1:1 coaching is available either as an integral part of a training course or on an ad-hoc basis.
Postgraduate Education
I've designed and delivered over 80 postgraduate-level modules across the spectrum of strategy & management. ​
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Student comments:
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"James' many years in consulting are evident…from his slides to his commentary and the way he thinks and responds to questions. He always has constructive feedback”
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"This class was absolutely amazing, it was incredible. I enjoyed [how we] learned about strategies, mixed with the practicality of the simulation.”