From technological advancements to shifting market dynamics, the winds of change never cease to reshape our landscapes and redefine our norms. Embracing this inevitability is not just a survival tactic, it’s a strategic imperative. Develop the power to lead change with confidence and impact with our Professional Academy Diploma in Change Management. Discover the human dynamics that affect change implementation and learn the battle-tested approaches that will help you drive positive transformation in any organisation.
COURSE LENGTH:
COURSE STRUCTURE:
- Introduction to Change Management & Theory
- Overcoming Resistance & Barriers to Change
- Leading Change
- Planning For Change
- Strategic & Cultural Change
- Sustaining Change
STUDY OPTIONS:
Part Time
1 x 3 hour live online evening class per week over 6 weeks.
On Demand
Learn at your own pace, over 9 weeks, with pre-recorded lectures
SUMMARY:
Our transformative Professional Academy Diploma in Change Management is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to lead successful organisational change. Led by industry experts, this course navigates the intricacies of change theory, exploring a diverse range of models and concepts essential in today’s dynamic business landscape. From understanding the human aspects of change to mastering strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, case studies and practical exercises will allow you to deepen your knowledge and application of change management principles.
Explore the human emotions and behaviours that are triggered by change so that you can learn how to create a culture where change is seen as a positive benefit to all. We prepare you to translate theory into practice, providing you with the tools and confidence to drive positive change within and across teams. Through engaging discussions and collaborative learning experiences, you’ll gain invaluable insights into overcoming resistance, fostering employee engagement, and sustaining change initiatives amidst uncertainty.
Demonstrate your ability to play a crucial role in driving organisational success by facilitating smooth transitions, fostering a culture of resilience, and ensuring that change initiatives yield positive outcomes. Gain insights into key change models such as Kotter’s Change Process and McKinsey’s 7S Framework, but also learn how to apply them in real-life contexts. Enhance your professional skillset and cultivate a mindset of adaptability and innovation, setting the stage for a lasting legacy of personal and organisational growth.
Learners taking part in this course will now have access to the EBSCO Online Library, free of charge, for the full duration of the course. Here you can browse thousands of relevant journal articles and other reliable academic and commercial texts like the Harvard Business Review, Bloomberg Business week and Forbes Magazine, to supplement your learning and assignments.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
Master key concepts such as change models, overcoming resistance, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning as you develop an organisational model for your own business to understand, support, and sustain change processes. Equipped with the essential skills and knowledge needed to lead successful change initiatives within your organisation, you will be able to position yourself as a confident and effective change maker. Employers recognise the need for adaptable and proactive individuals who can lead and manage change effectively as they strive to stay ahead of the curve, innovate, and thrive amidst uncertainty.
ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION
This course is assessed through an action learner log (worth 40% of your assessment) completed weekly and an assignment submitted after the end of the course (worth 60% of your assessment). The learner log contains reflections on the concepts learned. The final assignment is a case study essay of around 3,500 words.
Your UCD Professional Academy Diploma will be issued electronically on a secure platform, with a link that you can share with employers and others wishing to verify your credentials. You’ll also be able to add the certification to your LinkedIn profile to demonstrate your achievement to your network as well as recruiters and potential employers searching for individuals with your skills and experience.
This course is not on the National Framework of Qualifications.
LEARNER PROFILE:
This course will help forward-thinking professionals to champion change within their organisations. Ideal candidates include HR managers, project leaders, strategists, managers, and other change agents seeking to enhance their skills in change management.
Whether you’re a seasoned leader or a budding entrepreneur, if you’re passionate about driving positive transformation and fostering a culture of adaptability, this course will allow you to immediately deliver value and impact. While touching on key leadership styles and frameworks relevant to leading through change, this course doesn’t delve extensively into leadership and management principles.
