Accelerating Change Readiness & Agility
Overcome resistance to change and develop a more agile and productive workforce.
At a Glance
Next Available Program
February 22 - March 14
Time Commitment
15 hours (5 hours/week)
Program Duration
3 weeks
Certification
UC Berkeley Certificate of Completion
Who Should Attend
Mid-level & Team Leaders, Directors & Senior Directors, Vice Presidents
About the Program
Leaders must drive increasingly frequent and significant changes to keep pace with shifting customer needs and competitive threats. However, leaders increasingly struggle to overcome organizational barriers to change and growing “change fatigue” among employees.
Accelerating Change Readiness & Agility, a 3-week leadership development program, provides executives with the tools and frameworks necessary to lead change effectively within their organization.
Key Takeaways
- Develop and apply 5 key adaptive competencies: robustness, resilience, hedging, agility and versatility
- Understand how culture impacts change management and develop strategies to navigate and shape it
- Align your department’s culture with your strategic objectives
- Develop your personal agility, build your team’s capabilities and shape your organizational environment
Program Structure
- 3 week duration, 15 hours to complete requirements
- 6 hours of on-demand, HD lectures
- Professor interactions, group learning, and optional coaching sessions
- Facilitated intra-company team meetings
- Final project, which integrates weekly activities
2021 Program Dates
| UPCOMING SESSION | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 2021 | April 2021 | July 2021 | September 2021 | October 2021 | |
| Program Start | February 22 | April 26 | July 12 | September 6 | October 25 |
| Program End | March 14 | May 16 | August 1 | September 26 | November 14 |
| February 2021 Program Start: February 22 Program End: March 14 |
| April 2021 Program Start: April 26 Program End: May 16 |
| July 2021 Program Start: July 12 Program End: August 1 |
| September 2021 Program Start: September 6 Program End: September 26 |
| October 2021 Program Start: October 25 Program End: November 14 |
Experienced Faculty
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learn moreJo-Ellen Pozner
Assistant Professor, Management
Assistant Professor Jo-Ellen Pozner is a former UC Berkeley faculty member who now teaches Santa Clara University’s Leavey School of Business. She researches organizational ethics, corporate governance, social movements, and institutional change.
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learn moreHoma Bahrami
Senior Lecturer, Haas Management of Organizations Group
Homa Bahrami is an international educator, advisor, board member, and author. She specializes in enterprise flexibility and dynamic leadership in global, knowledge-based industries.
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learn moreJennifer Chatman
Paul J. Cortese Distinguished Professor of Management
Professor Jennifer Chatman teaches, researches, and consults on leveraging organizational culture, leading change, and managing complex teams. She runs the flagship executive education program at Haas: The UC Berkeley Executive Leadership Program.
Success Stories
I really liked the short lecture format – it allowed me to attend lectures when I had a few minutes here and there. I thought the content was really good and the assignments helped me apply what I was learning. The toolkit provided to drive change is something I can use over and over again going forward. The flexibility of the program allowed me to adjust based on my work schedule.
Transition Manager
Medical Data Company
The presentation of the material is very clear and concise. Dr. Bahrami is an excellent professor – very knowledgeable and a wonderful facilitator. Great use of examples to help bring things into perspective.
HR Manager
Manufacturing & Packaging Company
The enthusiasm of the professors and moderators is catching! The program is well thought out, and each step feels connected and integral to the succeeding steps. Some of the strategies are very insightful and I find myself utilizing them already.
Division Controller
Construction Company
FAQ
How many hours per week am I expected to devote to the program?
Our programs are designed for busy professionals. Participants are expected to spend 4-5 hours each week watching video lectures and completing assignments. There are also live online sessions most weeks, which last 1-1.5 hours each.
How long does the program last?
Our leadership development programs last 3 weeks. Additionally, you will complete a short orientation prior to the official start of the program.
Will I receive a grade or university credit?
Upon successfully completing the program, you will receive a certificate of completion from the sponsoring business school. ExecOnline provides non-degree programs for which no grades or university credits are provided.
Who takes ExecOnline programs?
Our programs are designed for busy leaders—managers, directors, VPs, and C-suite—with the drive and desire to solve their organization’s critical business challenges. Our short, focused programs allow you to develop solutions for both near- and long-term challenges—without disrupting your day-to-day responsibilities.
Will I apply my learnings to real-world work objectives?
Yes. You will develop a project of your choosing that addresses your organization’s critical business challenges. At the completion of the program, you will have produced an implementation-ready project, designed to make a fiscal and business impact.
Do you have an alumni program?
Yes. You can stay connected to ExecOnline through our alumni group, which allows you to interact with peers to generate support and networking opportunities.
Partner with ExecOnline to Power Your Workforce
Work with a member of our Executive Education client services team to address the unique challenges and opportunities for your organization.