Leading Teams through Organizational Change

• Understand and explain the key human dimension elements of how teams interact and respond to change and what leaders can do to address concerns in times of uncertainty.
• Anticipate and describe how organizational structure can influence change, as well as the advantages and risks associated with different models and how to approach them.
• Plan and be ready with actions and strategies to mitigate risks and maintain motivation as teams endure the stress of organizational change, and address important potential barriers such as stakeholder resistance or lack of commitment.
• Consider local and organizational culture as key contexts of how change is perceived, and plan for actions that can help mitigate risk and increase commitment.
• Develop initiatives that promote effective communications and individual and team engagement, critical elements of credibility, and emotional commitment in successful change, especially in a global context.

Career Outlook

Change assumes diverse forms. Change management has grown in response to digital innovation and the breakneck speed at which the world moves today. Organizations are implementing new technologies, processes, business models, and approaches to working to keep pace with the shifting landscape. Professionals skilled in active listening, clear communication, and human relations are essential to supporting smooth transitions that retain morale and productivity. As such, leaders who can guide people through organizational change are vital to the sustainability of any business and are in demand across industries.