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Course Level

Basic & Advanced​

Format

Virtual, Instructor Led​

Pre-requisites

  • Complete learner survey to capture expectations and unique needs

  • Review assigned pre-reads/videos before class

Developing Business Acumen

This course develops business acumen by strengthening knowledge of finance, strategy, operations, market analysis, and business models. Learners will also practice managing scope creep, navigating change, and articulating complex challenges to support effective decision-making and strategic impact.

Outcomes & Impact:

  • Understand finance, strategy, operations, and market analysis as core elements of business acumen.

  • Apply business models and competitive frameworks to assess opportunities and risks.

  • Strengthen decision-making by thinking like a business leader.


Designed For: Learners who want to build or strengthen their business acumen to improve effectiveness in their line of business, function, or organization.


Course Outline:

  • The key elements of business acumen: finance, strategy, operations, market awareness, and industry analysis

  • Introduction to business models and value creation

  • Competitive analysis frameworks: SWOT, Porter’s Five Forces, PESTLE

  • Thinking like a business leader


Duration: 4 Hours

 

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