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Creating Strategy for Competitive Advantage

“Creating strategy for competitive advantage” helps leaders understand shifting markets, identify profitable opportunities, and build strategies that stand strong in a crowded competitive landscape. It gives executives the clarity to win today and stay ahead tomorrow.
Designed for senior executives, directors, and top-level managers responsible for designing or reviewing strategy, especially in innovative, competitive, or fast-changing industries. It is ideal for leaders seeking sharper insight and stronger strategic direction for their organizations.
Hybrid Programme
LBS Campus
Programme Date
Mar 24, 2026 (3 days)

Programme Fee

₦850,000 (Excluding VAT)
Hybrid Programme
LBS Campus
Hybrid Programme
LBS Campus

Programme Date

Mar 24, 2026 (3 days)
Hybrid Programme
LBS Campus
Programme Fee
850,000

Programme Overview

As economies recover and competition intensifies across Africa, organisations must rethink how they position themselves for long-term success. “Creating Strategy for Competitive Advantage” guides leaders through the realities of changing markets, emerging rivals, and evolving value chains. Through practical frameworks, real examples, and simple tools, the programme shows participants how to spot industry shifts early, choose the most profitable positions, and build strategies that deliver real advantage. Leaders walk away ready to compete confidently on local, regional, and global stages.
Key Learning Outcomes
Participants develop the ability to break down industries, identify the strongest competitive positions, and understand where current and future profits flow.
Confidence to craft strategies that respond to market shifts with precision and effectiveness.
Aspiring leaders can translate complex industry movements into actionable, winning strategic plans.
Hybrid Programme
Programme Date
Mar 24, 2026 (3 days)
Programme Fee
₦850,000 (Excluding VAT)
Introduction and Frameworks
  • General introduction + Introduction to strategic analysis: Setting the stage by defining strategy and introducing key concepts, tools, and methodologies used for analyzing a competitive environment.

  • Strategy and the industry value system: Understanding how a firm’s activities fit within the broader chain of value creation in its industry, from raw materials to the end consumer.

Individual and Group Application
  • Group study and preparation: Dedicated time for collaborative learning, discussion, and preparation of assignments or case studies.

  • Strategy development activities for their individual organisations: Practical application sessions where participants develop and refine strategic initiatives tailored to their own companies, translating theory into actionable plans.

Strategy in Specific Contexts
  • Strategy & innovation in financial services: Applying strategic concepts specifically to the unique challenges and opportunities (e.g., regulation, technology, trust) within the financial services sector.

Professor Nkemdilim Iheanachor is a core member of the Strategy Group at Lagos Business School, where he serves as Academic Director of the Senior Management Programme and leads other executive courses. He also teaches on the MBA programme at the University of Stellenbosch Business School. He holds a B.Sc. in Electronic Engineering, an MBA, and an MPhil and PhD in Management, with faculty development training from Harvard and Wharton. His background spans banking and consulting for major multinationals, advising over 100 African organisations on strategy and transformation. He is a leading voice in financial inclusion, works with SIDFS, serves on boards, and mentors CEOs.

The Admission Process

Begin your path to professional and personal growth with our straightforward enrollment process.

1. Click on the Apply Now button.

2. Select the number of participants to enroll on the programme and then fill in your detials.

3. Request for an invoice or make an instant payment via our secured payment gateway.

4. Upon confirmation of payment, a programme manager will get in touch with you at least three days before the programme commences.

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