Planning and Managing Change

 - 1 Day

WHO IS THE COURSE SUITABLE FOR :

This session is aimed at anyone who is or will be, required to both plan & facilitate organisational change of some kind. The course provides practical information & introduces proven techniques that will provide managers with the knowledge & confidence to implement changes more successfully. It is also suitable for those individuals who have experience of introducing change but have had little or no formal training in change management.  

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

By the end of the course delegates will :

	Understand the internal and external drivers for change
	Understanding why people resist change and how to overcome these obstacles
	Develop an effective plan for change
	Communicate the change to stakeholders with confidence & clarity
	Monitor & control change more effectively

CONTENT

Why change? Internal and external drivers for change Change and opportunity Change and the link to culture	People and change: Why people resist change Driving and restraining forces -making this work for you
Preparing for change: Anticipating barriers and recognising opportunities identifying change agents	Planning for change: Developing a plan for change – including objectives & milestones Determining resources required Getting “buy in” How to communicate the changes

METHOD OF DELIVERY

The course will be delivered using a variety of methods including structured plenary, group discussion, activities and role-plays. Participants will be encouraged to discuss real life situations when they feel they would benefit/would have benefited from a different approach.