Organisational Development (OD) Practitioners Programme

Organisational Development (OD) Practitioners Programme

Course Description

Introduction:

In today’s evolving business landscape, an organisation's adaptability is vital. Organisation Development (OD) aims to align efficient business processes with the people involved, striking a balance between economic growth and fostering an agile workforce. Practising OD involves promoting ethical leadership and sustainable practices. Our OD Practitioner Programme enhances understanding of OD principles, offering practical skills and tools for application within your organisation's context.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Enhance your capabilities as an OD practitioner to benefit both yourself and your organisation.
• Expand your influence and expertise, gaining proficiency in various interventions.
• Refine your skill in identifying and facilitating group dynamics.
• Boost your confidence and effectiveness as an OD Practitioner.
• Cultivate your network of fellow OD Practitioners in similar roles across different sectors.

Who Should Attend:

• Experienced Organisational Development (OD) Practitioners looking to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Human Resources (HR) professionals with a focus on organisational development.
• Change management specialists seeking to deepen their understanding of OD principles.
• Management consultants interested in integrating OD practices into their consulting approach.
• Leaders and managers responsible for driving organisational change and transformation.
• Learning and development professionals aiming to broaden their expertise in OD interventions.
• Industrial psychologists or behavioural scientists interested in applying their expertise in organisational contexts.
• Executives and senior managers seeking to develop a more agile and resilient workforce.
• Business owners and entrepreneurs aiming to foster a positive organisational culture conducive to growth.
• Professionals transitioning into OD roles from related fields such as psychology, sociology, or business management.

Course Outline

Unit 1: Unravelling the Organisation:

• What is OD and its Contribution?
• Clarifying the organisation and engaging with organisational frameworks
• Examining the organisation comprehensively and adopting a 'layered' approach to thinking
• Embracing the OD Mindset: adopting systemic thinking
• Understanding OD interventions in context

Unit 2: Understanding the System:

• Differentiating between diagnostic and dialogic approaches,
• Viewing problems as recurring patterns,
• Identifying mechanisms for instigating change
   

Unit 3: Engaging with Complexity:

• Being present in interactions
• Utilising personal capabilities and influence
• Enhancing skills in dialogue and group process consulting
• Understanding Human Systems Dynamics

Unit 4: Exploring Culture:

• Grasping organisational culture and prevalent cognitive frameworks
• Adapting to challenges
• Planned and spontaneous change
• Analysing case studies for practical insights
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Unit 5: Shaping the Organisation:

• Conventional and modern methodologies
• Interconnection between organisation development and design
• Models of organisation design