The achievement of the strategic goals of an organization depends mainly on the personal and professional skills of strategic managers. These personal and professional skills have been discussed in this assignment which fulfils the requirements of Task 1 and 2. A skills audit has been included which determines required skills, measures the existing skills and recommends the process of development. A personal SWOT analysis has also been included. These ensure the fulfilment of the requirements of Task 3. Honey & Mumford, Kolb and Fleming’s VAK/VARK model have been discussed to determine the preferred learning style. It conforms the requirements of task 4. The requirements of Task 5 and 6 have been fulfilled by the preparation of personal development plan and assessment of the outcomes of personal development plan through a reflexive journal. The requirement of Task 7 has been fulfilled through the reflexive statement regarding the learning on the attainment of the strategic goals.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Abstract
- Introduction
- 1.0 Personal skills required to achieve strategic goals
- 1.1 Time management
- 1.2 Setting SMART objectives
- 1.3 Prioritising work task
- 2.0 Professional skills required to achieve strategic goals
- 2.1 Leadership skill
- 2.2 Multitasking
- 2.3 Leading and chairing meeting
- 2.4 Delivering effective presentations
- 3.0 Learning style
- 3.1 Honey and Mumford model
- 3.2 Kolb model
- 3.3 Fleming's VAK/VARK model
- 4.0 Skills audit and personal SWOT analysis
- 4.1 Skills audit
- 4.2 Personal SWOT analysis
- 5.0 Personal development plan
- 5.1 Determining the areas of improvement
- 5.2 Identifying the required resources
- 5.3 Developing a SMART action plan
- 6.0 Monitoring and evaluation of personal development
- 7.0 Reflexive statement
- Conclusion
- Personal CV
- Bibliography
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This assignment aims to explore the personal and professional skills required for strategic managers to effectively achieve organizational goals. It delves into the importance of self-assessment through skills audit and SWOT analysis, emphasizing the role of personal development plans in enhancing managerial capabilities. The document also examines various learning styles and their impact on individual development.
- Personal skills for strategic goal achievement
- Professional skills for strategic goal achievement
- Learning styles and their application
- Skills audit and personal SWOT analysis
- Personal development planning
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introduction emphasizes the importance of personal and professional skills for achieving strategic goals. Chapter 1 discusses essential personal skills, including time management, setting SMART objectives, and prioritizing work tasks. Chapter 2 explores crucial professional skills such as leadership, multitasking, chairing meetings, and effective presentation delivery. Chapter 3 examines different learning styles, focusing on the Honey & Mumford, Kolb, and Fleming's VAK/VARK models.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Strategic management, personal skills, professional skills, time management, SMART objectives, leadership, multitasking, learning styles, skills audit, SWOT analysis, personal development plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the essential personal skills for strategic managers?
Strategic managers need strong time management, the ability to set SMART objectives (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timely), and the skill to prioritize work tasks effectively to achieve organizational goals.
Which professional skills are required for strategic leadership?
Key professional skills include leadership, multitasking, the ability to lead and chair meetings efficiently, and delivering effective presentations to stakeholders.
What is a personal development plan (PDP)?
A PDP is a structured process used to identify areas for improvement, determine required resources, and develop a SMART action plan to enhance a manager's professional capabilities.
How do learning styles like Kolb or Honey & Mumford affect development?
Understanding one's preferred learning style (e.g., as an activist, reflector, theorist, or pragmatist) allows managers to choose the most effective training methods and improve their learning outcomes.
Why is a SWOT analysis useful for managers?
A personal SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) helps managers assess their current skill set and identify external factors that could influence their career progression and strategic effectiveness.
- Quote paper
- Jobaire Alam (Author), 2013, Professional Development for Strategic Managers, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/415627
