Certified Operational Planning Professional (COPP)

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Course dates & Locations:

  • 4 - 7 May 2025 (6:00 - 8:00 pm KSA Time)

Language:

Arabic

Fees

$ 155 USD

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What you'll learn

  • Explain the concept of operational planning and its connection to strategic execution.

  • Apply a structured process to develop effective operational plans.

  • Conduct institutional capacity assessments and analyze the external environment.

  • Identify and assess operational risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.

  • Set clear operational objectives, initiatives, tasks, KPIs, and performance targets.

  • Design operational timelines, resource plans, and budgets to support plan execution.

  • Assign roles and responsibilities to ensure accountability and smooth implementation.

  • Monitor, evaluate, and improve operational plans based on performance results and lessons learned.

Course Overview

The Certified Operational Planning Professional program is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, tools, and techniques needed to develop, execute, and evaluate comprehensive operational plans that align with strategic objectives. This course provides a step-by-step approach to operational planning, from analyzing organizational capabilities and risks to setting actionable objectives, allocating resources, and ensuring successful execution. Participants will gain practical skills through real-world examples, templates, and interactive exercises, preparing them to drive operational excellence within their organizations.

Course Topics

Introduction to Operational Planning and Its Role in Strategic Planning and Execution
• Define operational planning and its relationship to strategic goals.
• Differentiate between strategic, tactical, and operational planning.
• Explore the importance of operational planning in successful strategy execution.

Process and Steps of Operational Planning
• Understand the operational planning cycle.
• Key stages from preparation to execution.
• Integration of operational planning with broader organizational processes.

Institutional Capacity and External Environment Analysis
• Assess internal capabilities and resource availability.
• Analyze external opportunities and threats.
• Use frameworks such as SWOT and PESTEL analysis.

Risk Analysis
• Identify potential operational risks.
• Assess risk probability and impact.
• Develop risk mitigation and contingency plans.

Defining Operational Objectives
• Set SMART operational objectives.
• Align objectives with strategic priorities.
• Ensure measurability and achievability.

Identifying Initiatives and Work Tasks
• Break down objectives into actionable initiatives.
• Define detailed work tasks for each initiative.
• Prioritize initiatives based on impact and feasibility.

Defining Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Performance Targets
• Select appropriate KPIs to monitor progress.
• Set clear, quantifiable performance targets.
• Link KPIs to operational objectives and initiatives.

Developing the Operational Plan Timeline
• Establish start and end dates for initiatives and tasks.
• Sequence activities logically to optimize resources.
• Create a visual timeline (e.g., Gantt chart).

Identifying Resources Required for Plan Execution
• Determine human, financial, and material resource needs.
• Allocate resources efficiently to initiatives.
• Identify resource gaps and solutions.

Assigning Roles and Responsibilities
• Define clear roles and accountability.
• Create a RACI matrix (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed).
• Ensure effective communication across teams.

Financial Estimations and Budgeting
• Estimate costs associated with initiatives and tasks.
• Develop a realistic operational budget.
• Monitor and control financial performance.

Sharing the Operational Plan
• Communicate the plan to all stakeholders.
• Prepare executive summaries and detailed action plans.
• Ensure buy-in and commitment through engagement.

Executing the Operational Plan
• Mobilize teams and allocate resources.
• Monitor implementation progress.
• Adjust activities as needed to stay on track.

Evaluating the Operational Plan
• Measure outcomes against objectives and KPIs.
• Analyze success factors and areas for improvement.
• Document lessons learned for future planning cycles.

Who should attend

  • Managers and department heads responsible for planning and execution.

  • Strategy and planning professionals seeking to enhance their operational planning skills.

  • Project managers involved in translating strategies into actionable work plans.

  • Professionals in public sector, private sector, and non-profit organizations aiming to improve operational efficiency.

  • Anyone preparing to take on a leadership role in organizational planning and performance management.

Course Certification & Accreditation

  • Course completion certificate issued by CERTEGLOBAL.

  • CPD accredited certificate.

This course includes

  • Live interactive online training at a scheduled time, delivered by an expert trainer.
  • Comprehensive training materials available in PDF format for easy review and reference.
  • Access to recorded sessions for six months after course completion, allowing flexible content review.
  • A collection of specialized articles offering in-depth insights into key course topics.
  • Practical assignments and exercises to reinforce learning and apply key concepts effectively.
  • Ongoing support from the instructor and customer service team throughout the course for a seamless learning experience.
  • A prestigious training certificate issued by the course provider and internationally recognized accreditation bodies.

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Instructor

Dr. Nasreddin Dhafr
Consultant and Expert in Strategic Planning , KPIs, and Organizational Excellence.

Dr. Nasreddin Dhafr is a consultant, training instructor, coach and speaker with multiple decades of progressive experience in strategy development and execution, performance management, and organisational excellence. He led various consulting and development projects in government, public and private sectors across UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Functional experience: organizational excellence, strategic planning and execution, performance management and KPIs, benchmarking, and strategic leadership development.

Industry experience: Consultant, trainer at CERTEGLOBAL and various other organizations. Chairman of CERTEGLOBAL, University Lecturer, Director of Oil & Gas Engineering Service Company, Director of Travel Service Company, Former operations manager in leading oil and gas company.

Countries: UK, KSA, UAE, Oman, Libya, Nigeria.