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Public Policy Masterclass

An Interactive 10-Day Training Course

Public Policy Masterclass

Developing and Implementing Strategic Plans and Effective Public Policy

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
31 Aug - 11 Sep 2026 London $ 12,900

Course Summary

The Public Policy training course integrates strategic management with public policy development, governance, and administration principles to prepare professionals for effective policy formulation and strategic decision-making. Participants gain deep insights into strategic planning, stakeholder alignment, and performance measurement before advancing into policy development, implementation, and evaluation. The training course emphasises analytical frameworks and institutional structures that underpin robust public policy, ensuring strategic alignment between organisational objectives and policy outcomes.

Over ten interactive days, learners explore policy theories, governance mechanisms, and decision-making processes in diverse public and private sector contexts. The training course supports professionals in understanding how to design, implement, and sustain impactful public policies while applying effective governance principles. The Public Policy training course equips delegates with practical tools and frameworks to contribute effectively to public policy development and organisational strategy.

Skills & Competencies

From this Public Policy training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • Strategic analysis and planning
  • Public policy design proficiency
  • Governance and administration insight
  • Stakeholder engagement capability
  • Policy implementation and evaluation
  • Complex decision-making competence

Modules

This training course is split into the following modules:

Module I - Certificate in Strategy

Module II - Public Policy Development, Governance & Administration

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of Public Policy training course, you will learn to:

  • Apply strategic management principles to organisational planning.
  • Analyse environments and align strategy with organisational capability.
  • Design and implement effective public policy frameworks.
  • Evaluate policy performance using structured methodologies.
  • Understand the governance and political context of policy decisions.

 

How You Will Learn

Learning in this training course combines conceptual frameworks with practical application focused on strategic planning and public policy development. Participants engage with strategy formulation tools, stakeholder analysis, governance systems, and performance measurement concepts. Emphasis is placed on translating these frameworks into real-world applications that support effective policy outcomes and organisational practices.

Who should Attend?

This training course is designed for professionals involved in strategic decision-making, public sector governance, and policy formulation or implementation across organisational contexts.

This Public Policy training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Government policymakers
  • Public sector leaders
  • Strategic planners and analysts
  • Senior managers and executives
  • Governance, compliance, or public affairs professionals
Course Outline

Module I: Certificate in Strategy

Day 1

What is Strategy?  Understanding The Bigger Picture

This day introduces fundamental strategy concepts and strategic planning thinking. Participants explore strategic management principles, business planning scope, and creativity and innovation’s role in strategy. The topics covered will include: 
  • Principles of Strategic Management and Business Planning
  • The Scope of A Strategic Business Plan
  • Creativity and Innovation in Strategic Management
  • The Importance of Consulting with Colleagues and other Stakeholders
  • Principles and Methods of Delegation
Day 2

Develop A Strategic Business Plan For Your Organisation

This day focuses on strategic analysis techniques and planning development. Participants learn to assess environments, analyse industry dynamics, and generate strategic options. The topics covered will include:
  • Strategic Analysis of Your Environment
  • Industry Analysis Tools and Techniques
  • Tracking Market Developments
  • Understanding Your Organisation's Ability to Respond to Market Opportunities and Threats
  • Strategic Fit of Your Organisation’s Structure, Business Processes and Culture
  • Generating, Prioritizing and Selecting Strategic Options
Day 3

How to Ensure Strategic Alignment

This day explores strategic alignment practices using strategic management systems and tools like balanced scorecards. Participants learn methods to align organisational efforts with strategic objectives. The topics covered will include:
  • Principles of Strategic Alignment
  • A Strategic Management System
  • Developing A Strategy Map
  • Alternatives to The Strategy Map
  • Advantages and Disadvantages of The Balanced Scorecard
  • Total Strategic Alignment
Day 4

How to Implement and Evaluate Strategic Business Plans

This day emphasises performance evaluation, stakeholder communication, and risk assessment techniques to support implementation. Participants explore performance measurement and improvement against plans. The topics covered will include:
  • Stakeholder Analysis and Communication
  • Allocating People and Resources to The Plan
  • Evaluating and Improving Performance against Plan
  • How to Assess and Manage Risk
  • Performance Measurement and Management
Day 5

Putting the Strategic Business Plan into Action

This day focuses on converting strategic plans into operational results. Participants learn communication techniques, gaining commitment, and linking operational plans with strategic goals. The topics covered will include:
  • Communicating Strategy to Align Your Organisation
  • Gaining Commitment to, and Responsibility for, The Strategy
  • Effective Implementation - Converting Strategic Plans into Tangible Results
  • Case Study: Linking Operational Plans with Strategic Objectives
  • Personal Goals, Plans and Commitment to Act

Module II: Public Policy Development, Governance & Administration

Day 6

Introduction to Public Policy

This day introduces the foundational concepts of public policy and explains why governments use public policy to address societal challenges. Participants explore policy theories, ideologies, and policy positioning. The topics covered will include:  

  • What is Public Policy?
  • Basic Concepts of Public Policy
  • Why Governments use Public Policy?
  • Public Policy Theories, Ideologies and Contexts
  • Public Policy Positioning
  • Government Public Policy in Different Substantive Fields
Day 7

Public Policy Development Process

This day focuses on the early stages of the policy development cycle, including problem identification, formulation, research, and design of policy recommendations. The topics covered will include:  

  • Problem Identification and Definition
  • Policy Formulation
  • Information Research
  • Information Analysis
  • Policy Design
  • Policy Recommendations
Day 8

Public Policy Development Process

This day continues the exploration of the policy cycle by covering planning, decision-making, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and termination stages. The topics covered will include:   

  • Policy Planning
  • Decision Making
  • Policy Implementation
  • Policy Monitoring
  • Policy Evaluation
  • Policy Maintenance / Termination
Day 9

Public Governance, Public Administration

This day examines the principles of governance and public administration structures as they relate to public policy, including frameworks and management structures that support policy outcomes. The topics covered will include:  

  • Features of Good Public Policy
  • Governance in the Public Sector
  • Principles of Good Governance
  • Governance Framework
  • Public Management Structure
  • New Public Management
  • Public Policy, Governance and Administration Interplay
Day 10

Public Policy and Politics

This day addresses the relationship between public policy and political dynamics, exploring classification of policy types and the institutions involved in policy and politics. The topics covered will include:

  • Government Governance
  • Do Policies Determine Politics
  • Classification of Public Policy Types
  • Dimensions Distinguishing Policy-Politics Relations
  • Policy Institutions
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this training course in-house allows organisations to align public policy frameworks and strategic planning principles with their institutional context and governance priorities. Customisation ensures learning emphasises locally relevant policy challenges and supports leaders in strengthening decision-making and public management capability within their specific organisational environment.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

Official Saudi Presence

Official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS with established global credibility.

International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

Trusted by professionals and institutions across public and private sectors.

Flexible Delivery

Training courses delivered within Saudi Arabia and across international locations.

Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this Public Policy training course:

  • Improved strategic planning and alignment
  • Stronger public policy formulation capability
  • Enhanced governance and administrative insight
  • Better stakeholder communication and engagement
  • Greater ability to evaluate and sustain policy outcomes
  • Strengthened influence on policy-driven decisions
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No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

No. While governance and leadership are part of the portfolio, Saudi GLOMACS delivers training across the entire business and professional lifecycle, including administrative, technical, legal, regulatory, and sector-specific training.

No. Our training courses are delivered globally through international locations and online platforms, enabling participants from Saudi Arabia and around the world to learn together. This global delivery approach ensures exposure to diverse perspectives, international best practices, and cross-cultural insights while maintaining strong relevance to regional and organisational needs.

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Yes. Saudi GLOMACS designs and delivers bespoke in-house training tailored to organisational objectives, sector requirements, and workforce needs. Training can be delivered in Saudi Arabia or internationally, depending on requirements.

Yes, in-house and customised strategy training courses are available to support organisations seeking tailored strategic capability development. These courses can be aligned with your industry context, organisational challenges, and long-term strategic objectives.

For further details or to discuss customisation requirements, you may call or WhatsApp +966 (54) 286 8546 or email info@glomacs.sa . You can also submit a detailed enquiry through our in-house training page at: https://sa.glomacs.com/in-house-seminars

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