strategic planning
The elements defining the foundation and core of an organisation such as its mission, vision, values, and objectives.
strategic planning — the elements defining the foundation and core of an organisation such as its mission, vision, values, and objectives. McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 64.38/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. ESCO classifies it as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill within knowledge. It is currently listed by 20 occupations in our catalogue, including Public relations managers, branch manager, brokerage firm director, and business consultant.
Occupations that require strategic planning
Showing top 20 of 20 occupations · ranked by India employment volume, then AI-durability.
Frequently asked questions
What is strategic planning?
The elements defining the foundation and core of an organisation such as its mission, vision, values, and objectives.
What category of skill is strategic planning?
ESCO classifies strategic planning under the knowledge category, specifically in the management and administration subcategory.
Is strategic planning an AI-durable skill?
McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 64.38/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. Prioritise this skill only when it directly enables paid work today — plan for AI to absorb more of it every year.
Which jobs require strategic planning?
In our catalogue, 20 occupations list strategic planning as a required or important skill. The top occupations by employment volume include Public relations managers, branch manager, brokerage firm director, business consultant, business manager, business service manager.
How transferable is strategic planning between industries?
ESCO tags strategic planning as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.
Is strategic planning the same as strategic plans?
Yes — strategic planning is also known as strategic plans, tactical planning, or strategic plan. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.
How can I learn strategic planning?
The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands strategic planning and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.