Leadership & Management

Executive Decision Analytics

Senior leaders receive more data than ever but still need to make timely, well-judged decisions. This course shows executives how to use analytics effectively: asking the right questions, interpreting dashboards and models, recognising statistical traps, balancing data with judgement and building decision processes supported by evidence.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Misread data can be more dangerous than no data. You will learn to use analytics with confidence and healthy scepticism.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Executive case studies, data interpretation exercises, decision simulations and discussion of analytics failures.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Frame business questions for analytics teams
Interpret dashboards, forecasts and models
Recognise common statistical traps
Combine analytics with experience and judgement
Use scenarios and sensitivity analysis in decisions
Build evidence-based decision processes

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Senior executives and directors
Heads of business units
Strategy and planning leaders
Board members
Senior managers sponsoring analytics

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Analytical judgement
Statistical literacy
Decision framing
Scenario use
Evidence-based leadership

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Analytics for Leaders

09:00–10:08Where analytics adds value
10:08–11:00Questions leaders should ask
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Questions leaders should ask (continued)
11:45–12:53Data maturity
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 2Interpreting Data

09:00–10:08Dashboards and KPIs
10:08–11:00Correlation versus causation
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Correlation versus causation (continued)
11:45–12:53Sampling and significance
12:53–14:00Exercise: data traps

Day 3Forecasts and Models

09:00–10:08How forecasts work
10:08–11:00Uncertainty and ranges
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Uncertainty and ranges (continued)
11:45–12:53Model limitations
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 4Data and Judgement

09:00–10:08When to trust data
10:08–11:00Scenario and sensitivity analysis
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Scenario and sensitivity analysis (continued)
11:45–12:53Bias in data and people
12:53–14:00Simulation

Day 5Evidence-Based Leadership

09:00–10:08Decision processes
10:08–11:00Working with analytics teams
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Working with analytics teams (continued)
11:45–12:53Leadership practices
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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