Course Information

Introduction

This 25-day Training & Development Executive Diploma develops the knowledge and practical skills required to identify learning needs, design effective training programs and evaluate training impact within organizations.

The program focuses on training needs analysis, training design, delivery skills and evaluation methods. Participants will learn how to assess development requirements, create structured learning solutions, deliver engaging training sessions and measure the effectiveness of training initiatives.

Through practical frameworks, case studies and applied exercises, participants will develop the ability to build effective learning and development practices that support employee growth and organizational performance. The final five days are dedicated to a thesis project, where participants apply the training and development concepts and tools learned throughout the diploma to analyze a real organizational learning challenge and develop an improvement plan.

Objectives

By the end of this Executive Diploma, participants will be able to:

1. Conduct training needs analysis to identify skill gaps and organizational development priorities.

2. Design structured training programs aligned with business objectives and learner requirements.

3. Apply effective training delivery techniques to improve engagement and learning outcomes.

4. Evaluate training effectiveness using appropriate measurement methods and improvement approaches.

5. Complete a practical thesis project that applies training and development concepts, tools and frameworks to an organizational learning challenge and presents an improvement plan.

Who Should Attend?

This Executive Diploma is designed for:

1. Training managers, learning and development professionals and corporate trainers responsible for employee development.

2. HR professionals involved in talent development, capability building and organizational learning.

3. Managers and team leaders responsible for coaching and developing employees.

4. Consultants and professionals designing or delivering training programs.

5. Professionals seeking to strengthen their skills in training design, delivery and evaluation.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.

Part 2 / 5

Designing Effective Training Programs

- Understanding the principles of structured training design.
- Defining learning objectives based on identified needs.
- Creating training programs that support measurable outcomes.


Developing Learning Content and Activities

- Designing learning materials and practical activities.
- Selecting appropriate methods based on learner requirements.
- Creating engaging learning experiences.


Planning Training Implementation

- Developing training plans, schedules and delivery requirements.
- Coordinating resources needed for successful programs.
- Ensuring alignment between training design and organizational goals.

Part 3 / 5

Building Effective Training Delivery Skills

- Understanding the role of trainers in creating effective learning experiences.
- Developing confidence, communication and facilitation skills.
- Creating positive learning environments.


Engaging Learners During Training

- Applying techniques to increase participation and interaction.
- Managing different learning styles and participant expectations.
- Using activities and discussions to improve learning outcomes.


Managing Training Sessions Professionally

- Preparing and delivering structured training sessions.
- Handling questions, challenges and group dynamics.
- Improving delivery quality through reflection and feedback.

Part 4 / 5

Understanding Training Evaluation

- Exploring the importance of measuring training effectiveness.
- Understanding different levels of training evaluation.
- Linking learning outcomes with organizational performance.


Measuring Training Impact

- Applying methods to collect feedback and evaluate results.
- Assessing knowledge improvement and behaviour change.
- Identifying opportunities to improve future training programs.


Building Continuous Learning Systems

- Developing approaches to improve training quality over time.
- Using evaluation results to refine learning initiatives.
- Supporting a culture of continuous employee development.

Part 5 / 5 Executive Diploma Thesis

Training & Development Improvement Thesis

Day 21: Thesis Definition and Planning

- Identify an organizational training or development challenge related to the topics covered during the diploma.
- Define the thesis problem statement, objectives and expected outcomes.
- Establish the scope, methodology and approach for the thesis project.


Day 22: Research and Learning Analysis

- Collect relevant information about the selected training and development challenge.
- Apply training needs, design, delivery and evaluation frameworks learned during the diploma.
- Analyze current learning practices, gaps and improvement opportunities.


Day 23: Developing Training Solutions

- Develop recommendations to improve training effectiveness.
- Create an implementation roadmap with actions and responsibilities.
- Define measures to evaluate training improvement outcomes.


Day 24: Thesis Writing and Final Review

- Structure the thesis document using a professional format.
- Review analysis, recommendations and training improvement approach.
- Prepare the executive summary and final presentation materials.


Day 25: Thesis Presentation and Evaluation

- Present the completed training and development improvement thesis project.
- Receive feedback and evaluation on the proposed solutions.
- Finalize practical actions for applying training improvements within the organization.