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A 2015 Harvard Business Review study (Donald Sull, Rebecca Homkes, Charles Sull - Why Strategy Execution Unravels and What to Do About It) explored in-depth the specific reasons why strategies that are carefully crafted nevertheless falter in the execution phase.

The worst scenario – no culture for supporting the benefits realization of Critical Success Enablers (CSEs);
Brene Brown, the Man in the Arena, reflects on how important being in the trenches enables understanding benefits and being courageous enough to drive impactful program change.

In this course, you will join change leaders and learn the key principles of successful change management. You will understand the principles of change management as the foundation for creating the change readiness and benefits achievement culture. Challenging the status quo, building on key principles such as the Prosci ones, will increase alignment to business strategies and be anchored in governance excellence and Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) rigor. This will allow you, over four weeks, to understand how to work with senior executives to drive enterprise change and practice the role of being a change scientist. Change agents who are able to use data and trends, balanced with diverse human expertise, will succeed in utilizing a structured approach for securing project deliverables and designing and adapting successful program delivery roadmaps resulting in achieving major changes.

What you'll learn

Build a Change Management Culture and forums anchored in governance excellence and Enterprise Risk Management practices to consistently achieve program benefits
Develop next practices for creating short-term wins, Identifying, Executing, and Sustaining Change Outcomes while focusing on the role of the program manager in creating ownership, trust, and the successful benefits behaviors
Understanding the context of programs and projects as change projects related to the business case to consistently focus on outcomes and realize benefits
Become a Change Scientist by unpacking the importance of metrics, data, and trends
Design adaptable change roadmaps adaptable roadmaps and fitting light governance to guide and co-create stakeholders’ shared ownership of programs benefits

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Learning objectives

Build a change management culture and forums anchored in governance excellence and enterprise risk management practices to consistently achieve program benefits
Develop next practices for creating short-term wins, identifying, executing, and sustaining change outcomes while focusing on the role of the program manager in creating ownership, trust, and the successful benefits behaviors
Understanding the context of programs and projects as change projects related to the business case to consistently focus on outcomes and realize benefits

Become a change scientist by unpacking the importance of metrics, data, and trends
Design adaptable change roadmaps adaptable roadmaps and fitting light governance to guide and co-create stakeholders’ shared ownership of programs benefits

Build a change management culture and forums anchored in governance excellence and enterprise risk management practices to consistently achieve program benefits
Develop next practices for creating short-term wins, identifying, executing, and sustaining change outcomes while focusing on the role of the program manager in creating ownership, trust, and the successful benefits behaviors
Understanding the context of programs and projects as change projects related to the business case to consistently focus on outcomes and realize benefits
Become a change scientist by unpacking the importance of metrics, data, and trends
Design adaptable change roadmaps adaptable roadmaps and fitting light governance to guide and co-create stakeholders’ shared ownership of programs benefits

Syllabus

● Week 1: The first week explores how the focus of future programs’ success centers on creating value and dismantling the blockers of successful change efforts. A transformation program example will guide the understanding of the foundational elements of a healthy BRM culture and the close correlation to proper governance and Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) implementation discipline.

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Ideal for change leaders who want to improve their skills in creating lasting change and achieving desired outcomes

Relevant to professionals in various industries and roles who are responsible for leading and managing change initiatives

Provides practical tools and frameworks to help learners develop a culture of change management and achieve project goals effectively

Emphasizes the importance of stakeholder engagement, benefits realization, and risk management in successful change management

Taught by experienced instructors with expertise in change management, governance, and enterprise risk management

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Practical framework for organizational change strategy

According to learners, this course offers a robust framework for organizational change management, particularly excelling in its focus on strategy execution, governance excellence, and benefits realization. Students often praise the actionable principles and the course's unique 'Change Scientist' approach, which emphasizes data and metrics. While many found it highly insightful and valuable for strategic thinkers, a minority of students perceived some content as high-level or conceptual, desiring more direct 'how-to' methodologies for immediate day-to-day application.

Content is well-presented and structured for clear understanding.

"The syllabus promised practical tools and it delivered, especially with the adaptable roadmaps. I appreciated the structured approach."

"The concepts were well-presented, connecting strategy to execution."

"This course is a game-changer for anyone serious about organizational transformation. ...A truly insightful program."

Introduces the valuable 'Change Scientist' concept, stressing data and metrics.

"The 'Change Scientist' approach, emphasizing data and metrics, is incredibly valuable."

"I appreciate the structured approach and focus on data-driven insights promised by the 'Change Scientist' idea."

Strong emphasis on realizing program value, governance, and enterprise risk management.

"The connection between strategy execution, governance, and benefits realization is crystal clear."

"The focus on ERM and benefits lifecycle management was particularly strong."

"This course equipped me with a deeper understanding of driving impactful change and realizing program value."

Provides a strong, actionable framework for strategic change leadership.

"This course is a game-changer for anyone serious about organizational transformation. I found the principles actionable."

"Solid content on change management. It provided a robust framework that aligns well with my professional role."

"A very comprehensive overview of organizational change, connecting strategy to execution."

Some found content too high-level, desiring more 'how-to' methodologies.

"I found some of the explanations a bit high-level. As a practitioner, I was hoping for more hands-on methodologies or templates."

"It felt more conceptual than a direct 'how-to' guide for day-to-day work, despite the good intentions."

"I would have liked more specific case studies for different industry verticals, for more practical application."

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Creating an Organizational Change Management Framework - Transforming Strategy Execution to Realize Program Value with these activities:

Organize and Review Course Materials

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Maximize your learning by organizing and reviewing course materials regularly to enhance retention and understanding.

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Gather all course materials, including lecture notes, readings, and assignments
Organize the materials into a logical structure, such as folders or a notebook
Review the materials regularly, highlighting key concepts and making notes
Summarize the main points and create study guides for easy reference

Attend Industry Events on Change Management

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Connect with professionals in the field, learn about industry trends, and gain insights into change management practices.

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Identify industry conferences, workshops, or meetups focused on change management
Register for the events and prepare to actively participate
Attend the events, network with attendees, and gather information
Follow up with connections made at the events

Follow Tutorials on Change Management Tools and Techniques

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Expand your knowledge of change management tools and techniques by following guided tutorials and online resources.

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Identify reputable online platforms or industry experts that provide change management tutorials
Select tutorials that cover specific tools or techniques you want to learn
Follow the tutorials step-by-step, practicing the techniques
Apply the techniques to sample scenarios or projects

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ProSci Change Management Handbook

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Review the foundational elements of program management and change management, including the prosci method, to strengthen the understanding of the course materials.

View Change Management: The People Side of Change on Amazon

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Read the book thoroughly, taking notes on key concepts and methodologies.
Create a summary of the book's main arguments and recommendations.
Identify specific examples from the book that relate to the course content.

Explore Change Management Best Practices

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Review online tutorials and resources to learn about the latest best practices in change management.

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Identify reputable sources of information on change management best practices.
Watch videos, read articles, and participate in webinars on the topic.
Take notes and summarize key insights.

Attend Industry Conferences

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Network with professionals in the field to gain insights into current trends and best practices in change management.

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Identify relevant industry conferences.
Attend sessions on change management topics.
Network with other attendees.

Read 'Why Strategy Execution Unravels and What to Do About It'

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Gain insights into the challenges of strategy execution and develop a deeper understanding of the key principles discussed in the course.

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Purchase or borrow the book
Read the book thoroughly, taking notes and highlighting important concepts
Summarize the main arguments and recommendations of the book

Develop a Change Management Plan

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Create a comprehensive change management plan that outlines the steps, resources, and strategies for implementing organizational change, putting into practice the principles learned in the course.

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Identify the scope and goals of the change management plan.
Conduct a stakeholder analysis to identify key stakeholders and their interests.
Develop a communication and engagement strategy to keep stakeholders informed and involved.
Outline the steps and activities required to implement the change, including timelines and milestones.
Create a monitoring and evaluation plan to track progress and make necessary adjustments.

Conduct a Change Impact Assessment

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Work on a practical project that assesses the potential impact of a proposed change initiative, considering the organizational and human factors.

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Identify the scope and goals of the change impact assessment.
Conduct a stakeholder analysis to identify key stakeholders and their interests.
Analyze the potential impact of the change on different stakeholder groups.
Develop mitigation strategies to address any negative impacts.

Solve Change Management Simulation Problems

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Enhance your problem-solving skills and apply change management principles through interactive simulations.

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Identify online or offline simulation platforms that offer change management scenarios
Select simulations that align with your learning objectives
Work through the simulations, making decisions and analyzing outcomes
Reflect on your decisions and identify areas for improvement

Benefits Realization Report

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Develop a detailed report that outlines the benefits and outcomes of a change management initiative, demonstrating the value of successful change management.

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Identify the key benefits that were defined as part of the change management plan.
Quantify the benefits, using metrics and data wherever possible.
Analyze the data and identify trends and patterns.
Create a report that summarizes the findings and makes recommendations for improvement.

Develop a Change Management Plan

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Apply the principles of change management to a real-world project or scenario, reinforcing your understanding and skills.

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Identify a project or initiative that requires change management
Analyze the project scope, goals, and stakeholders
Develop a comprehensive change management plan outlining strategies, tactics, and timelines
Implement the plan and monitor progress
Evaluate the effectiveness of the change management plan and make adjustments as needed

Write a Case Study on Change Management Best Practices

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Demonstrate your understanding of change management by analyzing and presenting best practices through a comprehensive case study.

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Research and identify successful change management initiatives
Develop a case study framework to guide your analysis
Collect data and conduct interviews to gather insights
Analyze the data and identify key success factors and best practices
Write a comprehensive case study report outlining your findings and recommendations

Participate in Change Management Workshops

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Enhance your change management skills through hands-on workshops led by experienced practitioners.

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Research and identify reputable change management workshops
Select workshops that align with your learning objectives
Attend the workshops, actively participate in discussions and exercises
Apply the skills and knowledge gained in the workshops to your projects

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