Strategic Planning and Execution; Turning Your Vision to Reality

By the end of the Strategic and Execution workshop, participants will:

• Develop a strategic vision on how their team/department/etc. can contribute to help the organization to become what it can be
• Set relevant and achievable objectives to help the organization achieves its vision
• Conceptualise and craft a doable strategic plan
• Identify what are the potential pitfalls that cause a strategic plan to fail and to manage those pitfalls effectively
• Design an action plan to execute the strategic plan successfully
• Plan and adopt strategies on how best to use existing resources to achieve organisational vision
• Identify individuals / teams / etc  that can do the strategic tasks effectively
• Effectively and efficiently communicate their strategic plan to their stakeholders (uplines/downlines / etc)

This Strategic Planning and Execution workshop is especially for executives, decision makers and managers.

Day 1
9.00AM - 10.30AM
Module 1: Phase 1 – Developing a Strategic Vision

• Charting the destination, captain!
• Changes in our business environment
• What is your strategic vision?

10.30AM - 10.45AM Break
10.45AM - 1.00PM 
Module 2: Phase 1 – Developing a Strategic Vision (Continuation)

• Strategic Vision vs Mission
• Communicating your Vision

1.00PM - 2.00PM
2.00PM - 3.30PM
Module 3: Phase 2 – Setting Objectives

• Purpose of  Setting Good  Objectives
• Five Reasons Why Some Objectives Fail
• What are concrete performance outcomes?

3.30PM - 3.45PM Break
3.45PM - 5.00PM 
Module 4: Phase 2 – Setting Objectives (Continuation)

• Financial Objectives vs Strategic Objectives
• Examples of Financial vs Strategic Objectives

Day 2
9.00AM - 10.30AM
Module 5: Phase 3 -  Crafting a Strategy

• Strategy making and ideas of Entrepreneurship
• 5 Key Activities in Crafting a Strategy
• Forming a Strategising Team
• Tasks of Business Strategy

10.30AM - 10.45AM Break
10.45AM - 1.00PM 
Module 6: Phase 4 Pt 1 – Implementing and Executing Strategy

• Action Driven, Operations Oriented
• Goal Setting
• Optimising Strengths vs. Weaknesses
• Leadership and Generalship
• What are the areas we should be looking at?

1.00PM - 2.00PM Lunch
2.00PM - 3.30PM 
Module 7:  Phase 4 Pt II - What It Takes for Strategies to Succeed

• Aligning of Initiatives
• Aligning of budget and performance
• Aligning Structure with Strategy
• Engaging Staff
• Monitoring and Adaptation

3.30PM - 3.45PM Break
3.45PM - 5.00PM 
Module 8:  Phase 5 – Strategic Planning at Work

• Application of Strategic Planning Methodologies
• Situation – Target - Path
• Draw – See Think – Plan

This Strategic Management and Execution workshop is designed to use a blended approach of theories/concepts and practical workshop activities for experiential learning to occur.
The following tools and techniques will be used:

• Individual and Group work
• Case studies/ Peer group sharing session
• Videos
• Strategic planning templates
• Problem solving Model
• Facilitator’s coaching

SARAVANAN MUTHEYAH, CA(M), ACPA, MBA (Finance)
Chartered Accountant (MIA)
ASEAN Chartered Professional Accountant (ACPA)
MBA (Finance), IIUM
Bachelor of Accountancy (Hons), UKM
Diploma in Accountancy, Polytechnic Ungku Omar

PROFILE

Saravanan Mutheyah is a seasoned Chartered Accountant and Certified Corporate Trainer with over 25 years of professional experience, including extensive financial leadership roles in the hospitality industry.
He has served in various finance and audit capacities at major hotel chains, combining practical operational knowledge with financial strategy.
As a HRDF-certified trainer, he delivers impactful training sessions across finance, internal audit, and management reporting—tailored for hotel operations and finance teams.

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE IN HOSPITALITY

Saravanan brings more than 8 years of direct experience in hotel financial management, having worked in both local and international hotel groups:

• Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa (Credit Section – Account Assistant)
  Sept 2005 – Mar 2009

  • Managed accounts receivable, credit control, and guest payment handling.
  • Handled revenue reporting for travel agents and corporate clients.
  • Involved in customer relationship management to reduce bad debts.

• Syuen Hotel Ipoh (Account Supervisor)
  Dec 2002 – Mar 2005

  • Oversaw general ledger, audit preparation, and financial closing activities.
  • Supported operational budgeting and financial controls.

These roles have given him strong insight into hotel operations, revenue cycles, credit control processes, and financial compliance in hospitality settings, making him a highly relevant trainer for hotel finance and operations teams.

Or

MARK THOMAS
Eng. Civil Eng.(University of Science Malaysia)
Cert. in Project Management & Contract Admin.(Teeside Tertiary College, UK)
Cert. in Loss Adjusting (Institute of Insurers, Malaysia)

Professional Summary: With 27 years of dedicated experience in the engineering, development, and construction sectors, I have consistently navigated complex negotiations to drive project success and stakeholder satisfaction.

My career spans pivotal roles including Director, Project Director, and Senior Manager, where Ive honed expertise in operations, strategic planning, and crisis management.

Key Skills:

• Negotiation Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in daily negotiations for contract procurement, project deadlines, and settlements, adept at securing favorable outcomes amidst challenging circumstances.
• Strategic Leadership: Led multimillion-dollar projects including high-rise constructions, infrastructure upgrades, and renovation initiatives, achieving milestones with precision and foresight.
• Effective Communication: Adept communicator known for building strong rapport and fostering collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholders, internally and externally.
• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, ensuring seamless project delivery and client satisfaction.
• Team Collaboration: Skilled in team leadership and cross-functional collaboration, optimizing resources to meet project goals and exceed expectations.

Some of the companies that I have directly trained 
1. Vallianz Holdings Limited (Singapore)
2. JKR Sarawak Pan Borneo
3. EDOTCO Group (Global)
4. Kaifa Technology Malaysia Sdn BHD
5. Liberty Insurance Group 
6. Flash Express Malaysia 
7. Kellanova Group
8. TDCX Group
9. Motorola (M) Sdn Bhd
10. ALPS ALPINE (M) Sdn Bhd
11. InfinitePay Sdn Bhd
12. Monthly Public Programs for CIDB - Project Management & Project Scheduling

Indirectly or as facilitator to Main Trainer
1. IPG Media Brands
2. Merchantrade Asia Sdn Bhd
3. Vale Malaysia Sdn Bhd
4. LAC Group
5. Flash Express Sdn Bhd
6. Shell Sarawak Bhd
7. Texas Instruments Sdn Bhd
8. Setel Ventures Sdn Bhd

Or

DUGLAS FERNANDES, a Malaysian, prior to being a trainer cum consultant, held the position as Regional QC Manager, for a leading European Investor. Key responsibilities were to conduct Quality Control Audits for Companies or businesses which were targeted to be acquired or invested anywhere around the globe. Additionally, he was responsible to carry out re-engineering and restructuring for product or process reliability for the group of companies.

Duglas was head hunted by “International Head-hunter” and was doing the above from November 2007 until January 2013. During this tenure, he took up assignments with extensive travel to Thailand, Philippines, Laos, Indonesia, Korea, Japan, China, Hong Kong, Dubai, India, Sri Lanka, Africa, Canada, Germany, France, Switzerland and many Middle-East countries. This made his career very suitable and adaptable to cross cultures, which adds to his advantage as a trainer cum consultant.

His expertise started with Panasonic (M) for 23 years where he was groomed and grew to a Quality orientated person. His last position held was QC Manager.

Duglas obtained his Doctorate in Business Administration from Riviera University, France, majoring in “Incorporating Total Quality Management to innovate, manage change and critically think of enhancing Customer Satisfaction”.

His world of experience, expertise and knowledge in the chosen field has made him an authority in Quality Management.  He conducts a big list of quality related and soft-skill programs and to list a few are: 

• Total ISO 9001 (from awareness, consulting, auditing until accreditation),
• Understanding and implementing KPA’s and KPI’s correctly and effectively
• Lean Management incorporating Toyota Production System
• How to Achieve Customer Satisfaction and Increase PROFITS by introducing Best Manufacturing Practices?
• Professional Technical Report Writing and Presentation Skills
• Situational Motivation for Executives and Managers.,
• Innovation - Business Design Thinking and Decision Making.
• Effective Leadership Skills Development Program for Leaders and Managers
• Various Quality and Manufacturing Related Programs.

We have a team of specialists and are able to tailor our programs to suit your organisation’s various levels and specific needs.
For training and advisory services, feel free to contact us at info@itrainingexpert.com or call us at +603 8082 3707 | +603 8074 9056 | +6012 6869 628 | +6018 2175 123

For minimum 5 and maximum 25 pax per session 

• Valid for 30 days from the quotation
• Available for the training at Klang Valley Area
• Training is from 9:00am-5.00pm
• 8% SST is inclusive in this quotation
• Course fee is HRD Corp SBL-Khas Claimable
• Total Quotation is inclusive of Trainer’s fee, Training Materials & Certificate of Achievements, Course evaluation report.
• Client is to prepare training venue, setup, training aids, refreshments and meals for trainer/ coordinator & participants

Upon successful completion of this program, you will receive a Certificate of Achievement.

1. By Credit card: You can opt to register and pay online with our latest payment integration system through our website.
2. Bank Transfer- You can also opt to bank transfer payment via local / international banks. Please send payment slip as proof of payment.
3. HRD Corp Claimable Courses Skim Bantuan Latihan Khas - Applicable to Malaysian Employer Only

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