How to Create a Business Plan
Align your whole organization by defining your culture, making your strategic choices and setting short and long-term goals.
Delivery Method
100% Self-Paced + Online
Assessment Method
5 Module Quizzes + 1 Final Test
Training Duration
2 Hr
By the end of this business plan course, you will be able to:
- Define the basic premise and culture of your business
- Determine your business’ long-term goals and short-term strategies to achieve those goals
- Identify 5 components needed to build your business’ strategy
- Involve and align your team to the direction of your organization
- Create a decision framework that will help keep you focused on controlling your business
Course Curriculum
Introduction
- Before You Begin
- Downloads: Resources Available to Print
- Welcome FREE PREVIEW
- Downloads: Building a One Page Strategic Plan Cheat Sheet and Blank One Page Strategic Plan
Module 1 - Why a One-Page Plan?
- Module 1 Introduction
- The One Page Plan as a Communication Tool FREE PREVIEW
- The Original Band of Brothers FREE PREVIEW
- Reading: Lord Nelson FREE PREVIEW
- Lord Nelson’s 3 Keys FREE PREVIEW
- It Must be One Page FREE PREVIEW
- What Your Plan Will Include FREE PREVIEW
- Module 1 Quiz
Module 2 - The Basics
- Module 2 Introduction
- The Basics
- Two Strategy Components
- Your Purpose
- ‘Why’ Comes Before ‘What’
- Brand Promises
- Reading: Southwest
- Core Values
- Playing Field
- BHAG
- Module 2 Quiz
Module 3 - Long Term Plan
- Module 3 Introduction
- 5 Year Numerical Goals
- Opportunities, Threats and Trends
- 5 Year Goals
- Module 3 Quiz
Module 4 - Right Now
- Module 4 Introduction
- 1 Year Numerical Goals
- 1 Year Goals
- Parking Lot
- Module 4 Quiz
Module 5 - How to Use Your One Page Plan
- Module 5 Introduction
- How to Keep the Plan Alive
- Module 5 Quiz
Wrap-up
- Congratulations!
- Final Test
- Download: Facilitator’s Guide
- Downloads: Resources Available to Print
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any additional fees or costs?
No, everything is included within the subscription you select.
What is your refund policy?
PLI subscriptions are non-refundable. If you cancel your subscription, all course access, and additional features, will expire at the end of your billing cycle.
What currency are Professional Leadership Institute courses priced in?
All of the courses are priced in USD.
Can I download, keep and share the downloadable resources?
Yes! These downloadables include cheat sheets, templates and workbooks that you can keep and share with your coworkers, employees or friends.
Can I email instructors if I have questions or suggestions?
While the courses are self-study, we encourage students to reach out to us with questions or concerns. Please click the “feedback” tab on the right side of your screen while taking the courses to ask questions or provide feedback.
How long do I have to complete the course?
As the courses are self-study, you have an unlimited amount of time to complete each course.
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How to Create a Business Plan
4.8 out of 5 stars (based on 8 reviews)
Approximately 2 hours to complete
100% online and self-paced
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