This document outlines a business strategic planning course. It discusses the importance of strategic planning, provides a template with 12 key sections for a strategic plan, such as executive summary, company mission, goals, and financial projections. It also discusses applying strategic planning by identifying an organization's vision and objectives, performing internal and external audits, establishing short-term and long-term goals, implementing strategies, and measuring performance. Developing a complete strategic plan annually and updating it monthly is recommended to guide a business and ensure it is on the right track to achieving its goals in an efficient manner.