From Guessing the Future to Designing It

In a time when disruption moves faster than traditional planning cycles, survival is no longer enough — leaders must become architects of the future. This module trains you to see beyond the immediate horizon, interpret early signals of change, and design organisational futures with precision and inspiration. It moves beyond vision statements as slogans and instead builds them into strategic tools of influence that mobilise stakeholders, attract investment, and steer entire sectors. Leaders will learn how to navigate uncertainty not with fear, but with foresight and confidence.

To equip leaders with the foresight skills and visionary leadership techniques needed to anticipate change, design long-term strategies, and communicate them with influence.

Objectives:

Participants will:
1. Master the art and science of foresight for strategic decision-making.
2. Identify and analyse weak signals and potential disruptors in their industries.
3. Design multi-scenario strategies for uncertain futures.
4. Craft vision narratives that inspire trust, commitment, and action.

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this module, participants will be able to:
• Produce a 10-year foresight map for their industry.
• Identify strategic inflection points and design proactive responses.
• Present a compelling vision to a board, investor group, or national audience.

Content
• Principles of Strategic Foresight
• Environmental Scanning Tools and Techniques
• Weak Signals and Early Warning Systems
• Strategic Inflection Points: Identifying and Acting Early
• Scenario Planning for Best, Worst, and Surprise Cases
• Crafting and Communicating Vision Narratives
• Case Studies: Leaders Who Designed the Future

Assessment Methods
• Foresight Simulation: Navigate a dynamic disruption scenario with shifting variables.
• Vision Pitch to “The Board”: Present your vision to a panel acting as investors/strategic
partners