Day 1:
Foundations of Change Management in Projects
Understanding the role of project managers in change management.
Key change management theories and frameworks (Kotter’s 8-Step Model, ADKAR, Lewin’s Change Model).
The psychology of change: Addressing human factors and resistance.
Aligning change management with project objectives and business strategy.
Day 2:
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Strategies
Identifying and analyzing stakeholders: Influence, impact, and engagement.
Developing a structured communication plan for effective change implementation.
Managing resistance: Strategies for overcoming objections and building support.
Case study analysis: Successful stakeholder engagement in change projects.
Day 3:
Change Management Planning and Risk Mitigation
Integrating change management into project planning and execution.
Risk assessment techniques: Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating change-related risks.
Measuring change readiness: Tools and techniques for organizational assessment.
Creating contingency plans to address change-related challenges.
Day 4:
Implementing and Sustaining Change
Best practices for executing change initiatives within projects.
Monitoring progress and measuring success using change KPIs.
Embedding change into organizational culture for long-term adoption.
Leadership in change management: Coaching and supporting teams through transition.
Day 5:
Practical Application and Case Studies
Interactive workshop: Applying change management strategies in project scenarios.
Case studies: Analysis of real-world change management success stories.
Group discussions: Lessons learned and best practices from various industries.
Final assessment and action planning for implementing change in participants’ projects.