London Institute of Business & Technology

Strategic Entrepreneurship

Build and Scale Ventures with Strategic Intent

Strategic entrepreneurs are 3x more likely to build sustainable, scalable businesses than those who rely on opportunity alone.

The Challenge

Entrepreneurs often excel at opportunity recognition but struggle with the strategic planning needed to scale and sustain their ventures.

The Solution

Combine entrepreneurial agility with strategic rigour to build ventures that scale sustainably and create lasting value.

Programme Overview

Strategic entrepreneurship, venture strategy, innovation ecosystems, scaling methodology, strategic alliances, and intrapreneurship.

Who This Is For

CEO
Founder
Managing Director
Head of Innovation

What You'll Achieve

  • Be able to identify personal skills to achieve strategic ambitions
  • Be able to manage personal leadership development to support achievement of strategic ambitions
  • Be able to evaluate the effectiveness of the leadership development plan
  • Be able to advocate an employee welfare environment that supports organisational values

Programme Sessions

5-Day Certification Programme

Covers: The Concept of Entrepreneurship, Characteristics and Classification of Entrepreneurship

Topics covered:

  • L1.1

    The Concept of Entrepreneurship

  • L1.2

    Characteristics and Classification of Entrepreneurship

Covers: The Overview of the Entrepreneurial Journey, The Entrepreneurial Journey as Seven Specific Steps, Need for Disruption in Relation to Different Types of Entrepreneurship

Topics covered:

  • L2.1

    The Overview of the Entrepreneurial Journey

  • L2.2

    The Entrepreneurial Journey as Seven Specific Steps

  • L2.3

    Need for Disruption in Relation to Different Types of Entrepreneurship

Covers: Ethical and Legal Issues in Entrepreneurship, Legal Issues in Entrepreneurship, Uncertainties and Risk Surrounding the Start-up and Corporate World

Topics covered:

  • L3.1

    Ethical and Legal Issues in Entrepreneurship

  • L3.2

    Legal Issues in Entrepreneurship

  • L3.3

    Uncertainties and Risk Surrounding the Start-up and Corporate World

Covers: Why is Entrepreneurship is a Multidisciplinary Area, Relevant Theories, Main Theories

Topics covered:

  • L4.1

    Why is Entrepreneurship is a Multidisciplinary Area

  • L4.2

    Relevant Theories

  • L4.3

    Main Theories

Covers: Corporate Social Responsibility and Social Entrepreneurship, Business Planning Purposes, Business Planning Principles

Topics covered:

  • L5.1

    Corporate Social Responsibility and Social Entrepreneurship

  • L5.2

    Business Planning Purposes

  • L5.3

    Business Planning Principles

Covers: Launching the Imperfect Business: Lean Startup, What Early Failure can Lead to Success Later, Managing, Following, and Adjusting the Initial Plan, and 1 more topics

Topics covered:

  • L6.1

    Launching the Imperfect Business: Lean Startup

  • L6.2

    What Early Failure can Lead to Success Later

  • L6.3

    Managing, Following, and Adjusting the Initial Plan

  • L6.4

    Barriers and Drivers of Innovation; How Innovation can be Applied within the organisation

Covers: Avoiding the “Field of Dreams” Approach, Designing the Business Model, Conducting a Feasibility Analysis

Topics covered:

  • L7.1

    Avoiding the “Field of Dreams” Approach

  • L7.2

    Designing the Business Model

  • L7.3

    Conducting a Feasibility Analysis

Covers: Entrepreneurial Marketing and the Marketing Mix, Marketing Mix, Market Research, Market Opportunity Recognition, and Target Market, and 1 more topics

Topics covered:

  • L8.1

    Entrepreneurial Marketing and the Marketing Mix

  • L8.2

    Marketing Mix

  • L8.3

    Market Research, Market Opportunity Recognition, and Target Market

  • L8.4

    Marketing Techniques and Tools for Entrepreneurs

Covers: Financial Capital, How Firms Choose between Sources of Financial Capital, Raising Capital, and 2 more topics

Topics covered:

  • L9.1

    Financial Capital

  • L9.2

    How Firms Choose between Sources of Financial Capital

  • L9.3

    Raising Capital

  • L9.4

    Venture Capital

  • L9.5

    The Top Methods for Raising Capital

Competencies Developed

Be able to identify personal skills to achieve strategic ambitions

Critically analyse the strategic direction of the organisation

Critically evaluate the strategic skills required of the leader operating in a complex environment to achieve personal and organisational strategic ambitions; Assess the relationship between existing, required and future skills to achieve strategic ambitions

Be able to manage personal leadership development to support achievement of strategic ambitions

Critically discuss the opportunities to support leadership development

Design a personal development plan to direct leadership development in a complex environment; Devise an implementation process to underpin the success of the development plan that can realise substantial changes in leadership style

Be able to evaluate the effectiveness of the leadership development plan

Critically evaluate the achievement of outcomes of the plan against original objectives

Evaluate the impact of leadership style and the achievement of objectives on strategic ambitions in different organisational settings; Critically review and update the leadership development plan

Be able to advocate an employee welfare environment that supports organisational values

Critically evaluate the impact of corporate commitment to employee welfare on strategic organisational objectives

Discuss how an employee welfare environment can affect achievement of strategic organisational objectives; Determine the influence of corporate commitment to employee welfare on the development of organisational values that will realise strategic ambitions

What Our Students Say

Hear from students who have completed this programme

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“The MBA programme at LIBT transformed my career. The flexible learning approach allowed me to balance work and studies effectively. The practical focus of the curriculum meant I could immediately apply new concepts at work. Highly recommended for working professionals!”

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Sarah Johnson

Marketing Director, Tech Innovations Ltd

MBA in Strategic Management

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“LIBT's Project Management programme exceeded my expectations. The tutors brought real industry experience to every session. I gained not just theoretical knowledge but practical skills that helped me secure a promotion within months of completing the course.”

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Michael Chen

Senior Project Manager, Global Consulting Group

MSc Project Management

Featured

“The CIPD qualification from LIBT opened so many doors for me. The blend of online learning and practical workshops was perfect. The support from academic staff was outstanding throughout my studies.”

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Priya Patel

HR Manager, Financial Services Corp

CIPD Level 7

Featured

“The CMI qualification helped me transition from team leader to operations manager. The programme was practical and relevant. I could see improvements in my management style almost immediately.”

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Lisa Martinez

Operations Manager, Logistics Partners

CMI Level 5 Management

Featured

“The entrepreneurship track within the MBA gave me the skills and confidence to launch my own business. The mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs was incredibly valuable.”

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Thomas Anderson

Entrepreneur, Tech Startup Founder

MBA Entrepreneurship

Featured

“The Data Analytics programme gave me hands-on experience with tools like Python, SQL, and Tableau. The project-based learning approach was perfect for building a strong portfolio.”

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Nina Kowalski

Data Analyst, Fintech Startup

Data Analytics Certificate

“As someone transitioning into IT leadership, this programme gave me exactly what I needed. The curriculum covered both technical and management aspects. The networking opportunities with fellow students were invaluable.”

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James Williams

IT Director, Healthcare Solutions

MSc in Information Technology

“Starting my career with a degree from LIBT was the best decision. The programme provided a solid foundation in business principles. The career support team helped me land my first job before I even graduated.”

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Emma Thompson

Business Analyst, Retail Holdings PLC

BA Business Administration

“LIBT's ACCA programme was challenging but incredibly rewarding. The pass rates speak for themselves. The exam preparation support and study materials were top-notch.”

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David Okonkwo

Finance Manager, Manufacturing International

ACCA Qualification

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Key Information

Duration5 Days (40h)
DeliveryHybrid
Pass Threshold40%
Awarding BodyLondon Institute of Business and Technology

Fees & Payment

Best Value

Pay in Full

£1,200

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