APMG Change Management ™ Foundation eLearning (incl. Exam)

APMG Change Management™ Foundation - eLearning  (incl. Exam)

The latest version 2024: version 3

Learn how to implement and manage change effectively

Change Management is associated with the effects and management of change; this is a high priority for any organisations where change is important to facilitate project implementation. This qualification is based on the theory and application of change for the individual, change for the organisation, communication and stakeholder engagement and change management best practice. Once you have passed the Foundation qualification you can progress to the more advanced Practitioner qualification.

With our online eLearning, you can complete the training at a time and pace that suits you.

"Change management is an essential skill for IT, project management and development."

The world has become so unpredictable. Therefore, the ability of organisations to adapt to change is crucial to stay competitive. At the same time, innovation is also happening with unprecedented speed, complexity and global reach. Leaders and team managers need to be able to deliver continuous results with a much higher degree of agility than before. All this often with geographically dispersed teams.

The development of organisations and projects will only succeed if they are supported by effective organisational change management.

About the course

Change Management is associated with the impact and management of change; this is mainly within organizations where change can have a major impact.

The Foundation qualification provides you with the knowledge to effectively contribute to change initiatives and is the first step towards the Practitioner qualification. With the Practitioner qualification, you will learn to apply and adapt change management strategies to real-life situations, enabling you to drive successful change with the right guidance and support.

What is included?

• Course and material are in English
• Beginner level suitable for Professional
• 12 months online access to accredited eLearning platform 24/7
• 10-12 hours total video duration
• It takes approximately 12-15 hours to complete the online learning.
• Change Management mock exam revision tools
• Change Management Foundation exam voucher included - Valid for 12 months from purchase date. Must be taken online via web proctor
• APMG Change Management™ Foundation certificate of completion

WHAT'S COVERED?

1. The Change Management Context
2. Organizational context and awareness
3. People and change
4. Change leadership and teams
5. Stakeholders and communication 
6. The work of the change leader
7. Exam technique 
8. Exam simulator

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Learn the basic theories and methods for leading and managing change projects in your organization in a structured and effective way.

By the end of the course you will:

• Identify key features of the organizational context in which a change initiative takes place, including the benefits the organization is seeking to drive, the approach used for the change, and the organizational culture.
• Contribute a range of perspectives on the different human reactions that can be seen in a change initiative, suggest ways in which a change can be managed to minimize negative effects, and suggest ways in which people can be supported through change.
• Distinguish between well-founded concerns about a change and resistance to change, recognize signs of resistance, and suggest approaches that can mitigate it.
• Recommend and support appropriate actions taken by people in different change roles, especially change sponsors, line managers, and change agents, and help build and maintain effective teamwork through change.
• Describe important parts of the process of engaging stakeholders in a change initiative and relate this to building appropriate communication strategies.
• Discuss with colleagues the different areas affected by a change initiative, the severity of these effects, and how change progress can be measured.

What are the most important things you will learn?

• Structured approaches you can use to shape a change initiative.
• How to “read” the organizational context for change.
• Human reactions to change and techniques to help people adapt.
• Sources of resistance to change and ways to work effectively with them.
• Factors that influence people's motivation during change and how to encourage support for change initiatives.
• How teams can facilitate successful organizational change and how line managers, sponsors, change leaders, and change agents can best work together.
• How to identify stakeholders and engage with them effectively.
• Key communication principles to support change initiatives.
• Ways to assess the impact of change across the organization.
• How to select and effectively use key performance indicators to evaluate change.

Target Audience

• Change manager / analyst
• Change consultant
• Project manager
• Business improvement officer
• Business analyst
• Supervisor / Middle manager / manager 

Prerequisites

• There are no prerequisites for taking the Change Management Foundation course
• Previous change management experience is helpful but not required.
• No Prior Education Requirements needed

EXAM AND CERTIFICATION

Take your exam when you are ready, when you have time and wherever you are .. !!

The exam is taken online and gives you the convenient choice to write the exam at home or in the office. What we need is a computer with internet connection for the exam (ProctorU).

The exam is included in this eLearning package. Very flexible!

Change Management™ Foundation exam:

• Multiple choice
• Four sections, total of 50 questions
• 25 marks required to pass (out of 50 available) - 50%
• 40 minutes duration
• Closed-book

The leading Change Management certification for professionals working with organizational change, transition, and transformation.

Developed in collaboration with the Change Management Institute, our Change Management courses are designed to help organizations and their employees manage the impact of change. They provide techniques for effectively planning and executing successful transformation initiatives.

In the modern business environment, change is inevitable. This can be challenging, but it also presents opportunities. By managing change effectively, organizations can improve their performance and achieve their goals.

Understanding the impact of change is critical to managing it. Change can create either positive or negative outcomes. It can lead to increased productivity, improved morale, and new opportunities, but it can also cause stress, anxiety, and resistance.

Our Change Management training explores how change affects and is affected by individuals, teams, change leaders, and organizations.

APMG-accredited change management courses provide individuals with the knowledge, proven methods, and techniques to:

• Unlock resistance to change.
• Provide effective support and motivation to individuals and teams to embrace change.
• Use a range of professional methods to implement change smoothly and effectively.
• Identify and collaborate with key stakeholders throughout the change process to gain support.
• Accelerate the implementation of change programs
• Highlight their contribution as change experts to initiatives.

Techniques and tools discussed in the course, such as how to lead change and involve those affected by it, and effective communication strategies, can help organizations manage change and reap the benefits.

These qualifications also offer a path to independent accreditation by the Change Management Institute.

KEY BENEFITS OF CHANGE MANAGEMENT

Benefits for individuals

• Understand the human side of change and know how to help people manage change more effectively, maintain their commitment, and successfully navigate the change process.
• Understand the different types of change that affect organizations and know how to use various professional methods to support the effective delivery of the organization's desired results from each change initiative.
• Know how to identify and work with stakeholders in a change initiative and how to plan, implement, and measure the effective communication required to build and maintain their commitment.
• Be able to assess the impact of change, develop effective change teams, and recognize and manage resistance to change.
• Understand the process of sustaining change and know how to embed a change initiative as the new “business as usual.”

Benefits for organizations

• Build the organization's ability and capacity to manage change successfully and improve flexibility.
• Increase the likelihood of successful change/transformation of the business, supporting the strategic direction.
• Minimise the risks (costs, delays, loss of employee commitment, reputation) associated with failed initiatives.
• Align change initiatives with established, process-driven methods (such as PRINCE2® and other project management methods) to develop a consistent approach to change.
• Develop and maintain employee engagement and alignment with the organization's purpose during times of change.
• Create and maintain the commitment of internal and external stakeholders to new initiatives.
• Manage change communication with internal and external stakeholders more effectively so that change is understood and supported.
• Improve the assessment of change impact, integrated change planning, and the successful embedding of change into the life of the organization.

About APMG-International Change Management

APMG Group International is a global certification body that offers training courses and professional certifications in a variety of business disciplines. APMG accredits training organizations and manages qualification schemes for professionals. APMG certifications are recognized by employers and professionals worldwide as benchmarks of quality and expertise.

The APMG-International Change Management certification is a worthwhile investment for professionals looking to advance their career in change management. The certification validates an individual’s expertise in this area, equipping them with an understanding of the principles, practices and techniques required to lead successful change initiatives. This offers both immediate career benefits and opportunities for long-term professional growth.