Our last Race Strategy module took place on 1 August 2026.
To win races, you have to be on the right strategy. So, how do race teams define this strategy and how does this differ between racing categories?
Our Race Strategy online module will answer these questions and more. Taught by real race-winning engineers, attendees will learn the secrets behind optimising race strategy and the different strategic challenges of different motorsport series.
Tutors and topics included:
Formula E Race Strategy
Delivered by Tom Webster
Attendees discovered the unique elements of a Formula E race that strategists must consider. With options such as attack mode and pit boost, there is a lot for race engineers to consider that can impact the race strategy.
Endurance Race Strategy
Delivered by Ryan Johnson and Leigh Pettipas
Attendees learned the challenges of endurance racing and how this impacts race strategy. Including the important factors to consider before and during a race weekend. Plus, attendees gained tips and tricks to help manage long distance racing.
Formula 1 Race Strategy
Delivered by Faïssal Fdil
Attendees found out the fundamentals of race strategy in Formula 1, and the maths and science behind the calls made during races.
*Please note topics are subject to change
Testimonials:
"A very informative look into the basics of race stratregy with very knowledgable people from the industry. I loved how engaguing it was."
- Harry Barton, 2024 attendee
"Amazing experience, getting to learn from the top engineers in different motorsport sectors."
- Kate Dalzell, 2024 attendee
"Great introduction to the topic from excellent tutors who are active in the industry!."
- Dean Maitland, 2024 attendee
"This course helped me familiarize myself with the various tools currently used by top teams in motorsports across the globe. Would highly recommend."
- Manav Jangra, 2024 attendee
"This module is exceptional. On sign-up I was expecting a good introductory insight into strategy. What I received was that introduction, along with detailed case studies and full answers to questions from the tutors."
- Theo Palmes, 2024 attendee
"The course helped me understand how the strategy of different motorsports are planned and worked on, and was helped greatly by the tutors that taught us the different aspects into race strategy."
- Travis Leung, 2024 attendee
More information about your tutors:
Strategy Simulation Engineer
Tom graduated from Cranfield University with a Master’s Degree in Advanced Motorsport Mechatronics. He then went to Mahindra Formula E Team as a Energy Management Controls Engineer. In 2024, Tom moved to Envision Racing Formula E Team where he is now responsible for Strategy Simulation.
Race Engineer
Ryan has worked as a Race Engineer with DXDT racing on a Corvette Z06 GT3.R and Tower Motorsports on an Oreca LMP2 Car. His career highlights include 10 wins for DXDT in 2024, 1 win with Tower and multiple podiums, 2nd place in Le Mans 2022 with Proton and the 2019 IMSA GTLM Championship at CORE Autosport
Race Engineer
Leigh has 18 years experience implementing strategy in the world’s most important endurance contests, including LeMans 24h, Daytona 24h, Sebring 12h and Petit LeMans 10h. He has spent the previous 8 seasons with Texas-based Ferrari GT luminaries Risi Competizione, past winner of each of these marquee races. Leigh is also the principal figure in Sensory Motorsport, a full-service race shop with a focus on Trans Am TA2 cars.
Senior Race Strategy Analyst
Faïssal Fdil has had a ten-year career in senior race strategy positions in Formula 1 and Formula E, making live race strategy calls, developing prediction models and leading strategy groups. With experience at Haas F1 Team, Sauber F1 Team and NIO Formula E, he also shares his expertise as a visiting lecturer in Race Strategy at ESTACA. Faïssal works now at the Cadillac Formula 1® Team as a Senior Race Strategy Analyst.
On successful completion of the Online Module, graduates are awarded an industry recognised certificate of completion from the MIA. The cost for this industry recognised learning opportunity is just £265*. This price includes exclusive technical material, the opportunity to put forward questions to the tutors, access to the webinar recording and a certificate of attendance. The module duration is 11:00 - 16:00 (BST).
*Bundle packages are available if you enrol on multiple modules and there is a special loyalty offer for MIA Members and past participants. Contact nadia.dutchak@the-mia.com for more information.
