This session examines the strategic planning process. It begins with a discussion of vision and mission statements—how they differ and how they support one another. The Facilitator then discusses goals, objectives, and strategies, showing how each supports the other. The session ends with a look at how managers can track success. While available as a “theory” session, these concepts are best understood in context, so the recommended approach is to incorporate these concepts into an actual planning session that produces a useful document for the organization.