Strategic Project Management for Senior Executives
The Strategic Project Management for Senior Executives program is designed to equip organizational leaders with the knowledge and frameworks necessary to align projects and programs with corporate strategy. This course focuses on strategic alignment, governance, portfolio prioritization, and value realization — ensuring that every project contributes directly to business growth and transformation.
Through case studies, leadership simulations, and executive-level dialogues, participants will learn how to steer complex project portfolios, make informed strategic investment decisions, and strengthen organizational agility in a volatile business environment.
Target Audience / Suitable Participants
- C-Suite Executives (CEO, CIO, COO, CFO)
- Senior Managers and Department Heads
- Strategic Planners and Business Transformation Leaders
- PMO Directors and Portfolio Managers
- Senior Project Sponsors and Decision-Makers
Training Schedule
Day 1: The Strategic Role of Projects in Organizational Success
- Executive Introduction and Strategic Visioning
- Understanding Strategy and Execution Alignment
- The Strategic Project Management Framework
- Strategy-Driven Portfolio Management
- Governance, Sponsorship, and Decision Rights
Day 2: Leading Portfolios and Driving Business Transformation
- Recap and Leadership Reflection
- Prioritization and Resource Optimization at the Strategic Level
- Measuring Value and Benefits Realization
- Case Study: Linking Projects to Strategic Objectives
- Leading Change and Organizational Agility
Day 3: Building a Strategy Execution Culture
- Recap and Executive Dialogue
- From Strategy to Execution: Creating a PMO that Drives Value
- Managing Stakeholder Expectations and Political Complexity
- Group Workshop: Designing a Strategic Project Framework for Your
Organization - Presentation of Group Strategic Frameworks and Peer Review
Learning Outcomes
- Align project portfolios with strategic goals and corporate objectives
- Evaluate strategic investments and measure organizational value creation
- Strengthen governance mechanisms to ensure transparency and accountability
- Lead cross-functional initiatives with clarity and influence
- Create a culture of strategy execution and continuous improvement
- Integrate strategic decision-making into project and program delivery
Training Details
Course: Strategic Project Management for Senior Executives
Duration: 3 Days
Prerequisite: Senior leadership or management experience
Delivery Mode: In-house, on-site, or face-to-face
About Your Trainer – Dr. Nizam Nasir
Dr. Nizam Nasir is a highly accomplished Project and Strategic Management expert with over 30 years of experience spanning ICT, business transformation, and executive leadership. His expertise lies in integrating technology and strategy to enhance organizational performance and competitiveness.
He holds advanced qualifications in Computer Science, Data Science (MSc), and a PhD in Image Processing, complemented by an MBA in Finance and a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) in Management. Dr. Nizam is a certified PMP®, PMI-PBA®, Scrum Master, Product Owner (PSPO), Data Management Professional (CDMP), and Enterprise Architect (TOGAF). His executive teaching approach emphasizes strategic thinking, governance, and real-world leadership in complex environments.