This comprehensive course provides valuable insights into conducting successful change initiatives within organizations. It offers a detailed examination of the factors that contribute to the success or failure of change efforts. Participants will gain an understanding of how to discern the necessity of change initiatives, make informed decisions on pursuing specific projects, and create an environment conducive to change. The course also covers the critical role of a change leader, including the traits required to guide an organization through transformational periods effectively. Attendees will learn practical methods for addressing and resolving conflicts, preventing backsliding, and ensuring lasting change. The course also distinguishes the roles of leaders and managers in change initiatives and discusses the optimal use of change agents and consultants. This training is ideal for professionals looking to enhance their change management skills and lead their organizations through transformative changes successfully.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Chapter 1
Identify the situations in which change initiatives may and may not be needed
Recognize how a manager decides which change initiatives to pursue
Recognize the characteristics of an environment in which a change initiative is difficult to operate
Recall the circumstances under which a project has been properly structured to succeed
Recognize how consultants should be used in a change initiative
Chapter 2
Identify the reasons why a business may be mired in complacency
Identify approaches to deal with uncertainty and significant problems
Recall the issues for which a prospective vision statement should be tested
Identify the methods used to keep a change from reverting back to the previous state
Note the reasons why the results garnered from a change initiative may backslide
Chapter 3
Recognize the differences between a leader and a manager
Note the different types of change agents
Chapter 4
Identify the different methods used to deal with conflict
Chapter 5
Note the circumstances under which evolutionary change works best
Chapter 6
Recall the types of positions needed to support a transformational effort
Major Topics
Change Management
Change Management Process
Change Leadership
Conflict Management
Evolutionary Change
Transformational Change
