Leading and Managing Change
Explore the steps in effecting change and how to overcome resistance so as a manager, you can successfully lead change at various levels of an organization.
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Course Overview
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, change is a constant factor that can make or break the success of an organization. Whether it's embracing new technologies, adapting to market shifts, or implementing organizational transformations, managers play a vital role in driving and facilitating effective change. However, humans are naturally inclined to resist change due to fear of the unknown, making change management a complex and critical task.
This course focuses on equipping managers with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate the challenges of leading change in a dynamic environment. We explore the key issues that managers face when spearheading change initiatives and delve into the fundamental steps involved in effecting successful change across various levels of an organization. Participants will gain insights into understanding resistance to change and learn strategies and best practices to overcome it.
By embracing these principles, managers can confidently and successfully lead their teams and organizations through transformative periods, ensuring sustainable growth and adaptation in an ever-changing business landscape.
Course Format
This self-paced course offers a dynamic and engaging learning experience, combining interactive elements such as games, flashcards, video content, real-world case studies, and curated readings. Participants have the flexibility to progress at their own pace, while interactive games and quizzes reinforce key concepts and track progress. Flashcards, expert-led videos, real-world case studies, and carefully curated readings deepen knowledge.
Price
$300Course Details
Units 0.4 CEUs / 4 PDUs
Location Online Courses
Course Type Self-Paced
What You’ll Learn
After successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
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Describe various forms of organizational change and their implications, demonstrating an understanding of the diverse nature of change processes.
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Discuss Kotter's Eight Step Process for implementing change successfully, outlining each step and its significance in managing change effectively.
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Identify and evaluate Lewin's model of change, as well as its limitations, to comprehend the complexity of change dynamics.
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Recognize and explain the factors that leaders or managers can employ to facilitate and promote change within an organization, contributing to change leadership skills.
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Match different models of change management, such as ADKAR, GE CAP, and Cisco Change Roadmap, to specific organizational scenarios, showcasing the ability to select the most appropriate model for a given context.
Your Instructor
Cross-cultural Leadership Consultant, Trainer, and Coach
Samad Aidane, MSc. PMP, is a cross-cultural leadership development consultant, trainer, and coach. His industry experience spans telecom, finance, health care, and government projects in the U.S., Germany, Austria, and Belgium, with organizations such as HP, Cap Gemini, Time Warner Telecom, and Telefonica.
Samad holds a Master of Science Degree in the Neuroscience of Leadership from Middlesex University, U.K. His current Ph.D. research in Applied Neuroscience investigates how findings from neuroscience, social science, and behavioral science can inform our understanding of the effect of culture on emotions, cognition, and behavior and their application to leadership and Cultural Intelligence development.
Samad is certified by the Project Management Institute (PMP) and a member of the Social & Affective Neuroscience Society. He has been a featured speaker for organizations such as Nike, Emirates Airlines, and T-Mobile and presented at international conferences, such as Project Management Institute Global Congresses and Oracle OpenWorld.