noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
scheming; planning; maneuvering
Often implies behind-the-scenes plotting or strategic maneuvering, sometimes with a negative connotation.
彼らは新事業の画策を進めている。
They are proceeding with planning a new business venture.
裏で何か画策しているようだ。
It seems they are scheming something behind the scenes.