Organisational Development

Introduction:

Organisational development (OD) is a systematic approach to improving an organization's effectiveness, enhancing its capacity to manage change, and fostering a healthy work environment. It aligns people, processes, and strategy to achieve sustainable growth and resilience.

To empower organizations in achieving these objectives, Seattle International Institute for Training presents this dynamic training program, designed to develop participants’ abilities to plan and implement successful OD initiatives.

This course blends theoretical insights with practical tools, enabling participants to drive change, enhance performance, and build adaptive organizational cultures.

Objectives:  

Participants in this course will learn to:

Ø  Understand the concepts and importance of organisational development.

Ø  Learn methods for assessing organizational needs and designing interventions.

Ø  Build skills in change management and strategic development.

Ø  Develop techniques for enhancing leadership, communication, and teamwork.

Ø  Strengthen abilities to create a culture of continuous improvement.

Target Audience:

This course is ideal for:

• HR and organizational development professionals.
• Senior managers and department heads.
• Change management consultants and strategists.
• Learning and development specialists.
• Anyone involved in driving organizational transformation initiatives.

Course Outline:

Day 1: Fundamentals of Organisational Development 

Ø  Definition and evolution of OD.

Ø  Core values and principles of OD.

Ø  Differences between OD and traditional HR practices.

Ø  The role of OD practitioners.

Ø  Linking OD to organizational strategy.

Day 2: Organizational Diagnosis and Needs Assessment

Ø  Models for organizational diagnosis (e.g., SWOT, McKinsey 7-S).

Ø  Data collection methods: surveys, interviews, observation.

Ø  Analyzing organizational culture and readiness for change.

Ø  Identifying gaps and areas for improvement.

Ø  Reporting diagnostic findings effectively.

Day 3: Pumps and Seals

Ø  Overview of pump types (centrifugal, positive displacement).

Ø  Pump performance and selection guidelines.

Ø  Common issues such as cavitation and vibration.

Ø  Mechanical seals: types, functions, and failure analysis.

Ø  Best practices for pump and seal maintenance.

Day 3: Designing and Implementing OD Intervention

Ø  Change management frameworks (e.g., Kotter’s 8-Step Model).

Ø  Leadership's role in successful organizational change.

Ø  Building effective teams and collaboration networks.

Ø  Coaching and mentoring as OD tools.

Ø  Developing organizational agility.

Ø  Day 5: Sustaining Organizational Growth and Innovation

Ø  Building a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Ø  Integrating OD with talent management and succession planning.

Ø  Best practices in sustaining OD efforts.

Ø  Lessons learned from successful OD case studies.

Ø  Final project: Designing a basic OD plan for a case organization.