Strategic planning and leading change

Methodology

This course relies heavily on analyzing aspects of change and considering potential challenges in such situations The process begins with forming teams to develop a strategic change management plan, which is then implemented using the knowledge and techniques learned throughout the course. Participants also have the opportunity to hear from change leaders and learn about their successful experiences in managing change. Furthermore, participants undergo several assessments and exercises related to resistance to change, its effects, and how to address them .

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to

Anticipate change and deal with it effectively

Linking leadership and change with available models and leveraging this relationship for appropriate planning of upcoming changes

Responding to resistance to change and finding ways to reduce or eliminate such fears in order to achieve desired goals.

Planning and implementing the communication process related to change in a way that helps it succeed

Addressing the limitations imposed by existing cultures and helping to find ways to effectively reduce or overcome them in a professional manner.

Target groups

Change managers, business development specialists, change management team members, reorganization and merger coordinators, organizational change implementers, and anyone interested in learning how to manage change.

Targeted competencies

Change assessment

Strategic planning

Develop implementation plans

Teamwork and cooperation

Problem solving

Conflict management

Emotional intelligence

Change in communication

Leading and managing live and virtual teams