Change Management for Leaders & Managers: 10-Day Course Event, 14.Jul.2025

Course Description

This intensive 10-day course equips leaders and managers with the essential skills and strategies to effectively lead organizational change. Participants will learn proven methodologies for planning, communicating, and implementing transformational initiatives. Through a blend of theoretical frameworks and practical applications, the course prepares leaders to navigate complex change scenarios and drive successful outcomes.

Learning Objectives

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of change management principles and best practices
• Master effective communication strategies to build buy-in and overcome resistance
• Learn to create and implement robust change management plans
• Acquire skills to lead and motivate teams through periods of transition
• Understand how to measure and sustain the impact of change initiatives

Course Modules

Day 1: Foundations of Change Management

• Introduction to change management theories
• The role of leadership in organizational change
• Assessing organizational readiness for change
• Identifying key stakeholders and their roles

Day 2: Change Management Models and Frameworks

• Overview of popular change management models (e.g., Kotter's 8-Step, ADKAR)
• Selecting the right model for your organization
• Applying frameworks to real-world scenarios
• Case studies of successful change initiatives

Day 3: Strategic Planning for Change

• Aligning change initiatives with organizational goals
• Conducting impact assessments
• Developing a comprehensive change management plan
• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies

Day 4: Building a Compelling Case for Change

• Crafting an effective change vision
• Developing key messages for different stakeholder groups
• Creating a sense of urgency
• Overcoming skepticism and resistance

Day 5: Communication Strategies for Change

• Designing a change communication plan
• Leveraging multiple communication channels
• Tailoring messages for different audiences
• Handling difficult conversations and feedback

Day 6: Leading and Motivating Teams Through Change

• Understanding the psychological impact of change
• Techniques for building resilience in teams
• Empowering employees and fostering engagement
• Managing resistance and conflict

Day 7: Implementing Change Initiatives

• Translating plans into action
• Managing the transition process
• Monitoring progress and making adjustments
• Celebrating quick wins and milestones

Day 8: Sustaining Change and Preventing Backsliding

• Embedding change in organizational culture
• Developing systems to reinforce new behaviors
• Continuous improvement and adaptation
• Long-term change sustainability strategies

Day 9: Measuring Change Management Success

• Defining key performance indicators (KPIs) for change initiatives
• Tools and techniques for measuring change impact
• Analyzing and interpreting change management data
• Using metrics to drive continuous improvement

Day 10: Advanced Change Management Topics

• Managing complex, multi-faceted change initiatives
• Change management in mergers and acquisitions
• Digital transformation and change management
• Ethical considerations in change leadership

Practical Wins for Participants

• A customized change management plan for a current organizational initiative
• A toolkit of communication templates and strategies for various change scenarios
• A personal leadership development plan focused on change management competencies
• A network of peers for ongoing support and idea exchange