Build trust and support through clear, authentic communication

Strategic Communications

COURSE CODE EN-SC-SMGR

These are the modules to be taken by participants prior to a live, group videoconference or in-person session. These individual and group sessions are pre-arranged with a purchase order or service contract. 

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Small Group Session

Strategists adapt to circumstances. They gather and synthesize information, and “connect the dots.” They anticipate. They plan. This course takes participants through the process of strategic communications planning. 

The strategic communications and engagement function is known to be a critical determinant of success for most organizations in all sectors. Yet it is often the function within the organization that is least understood.

It is a function that many people feel they understand in an intuitive and abstract sense, but not necessary in the practical or professional sense. There is often a nagging feeling throughout the organization of missed opportunities to reach those people who can help advance their cause. There can be a strong sense that they could all be doing better if they could find the time to chart a common – and strategic – path forward.

What's included?

  • 3 self-directed modules
    w/exercises and videos
  • A live 3-hour workshop. This component includes practice exercises.
  • 1 reference manual

Content includes:

  • What does it mean to be “strategic” in your approach to communications?
  • How to build a culture of communication within organizations, ensuring the function is embedded across all areas of responsibility from the leadership down to the front-line staff.
  • How to put together a communications strategy, recognizing that the process of putting together the strategy is as important as the document itself.
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  • How to set realistic, meaningful and measurable communications objectives.
  • How to develop messages and tell stories that motivate and inspire audiences.How to identify and develop various communications tactics and products so they unfold in a planned and integrated way that builds momentum.
  • How to measure against key performance indicators that focus on outcomes rather than outputs.