Basics of organisation design and development

About this course

Topics covered

• defining organisation design
• understanding organisation design
• organisation design framework
• organisation design review
• defining organisation development
• the consultancy cycle
• self as instrument
• organisation development review.

What you can expect from this ‘basics of organisation design and development’ course

The course offers an introductory approach that will allow participants to start their OD&D practice and be confident in using a framework for each discipline.

We will cover the essentials of organisation design and development, building on your existing knowledge. We explore the practical use of frameworks, models, and theories, and examine the impact of organisation design using a design framework. In organisation development, we discuss the consultancy cycle and a dialogical approach with practical steps. Self-development plays a crucial role in both areas, including the concept of 'use of self as an instrument of change' for reflective practice.

What you’ll need to do on this course

This is a three-day, online course.

You'll receive additional reading which we recommend you complete before the first session.

What you’ll get on this course

At the end of this basic OD&D course, you’ll receive a certificate.

Before this course begins, you’ll receive a resource pack which will include essential reading. At the end of the course, you will be directed towards further resources to help you develop your action plan and embed your practice in the workplace.

Taking part in this course gives you access to the CIPD Learning Hub for 12 months. Here, you can access your course content together with other valuable resources and tools. When you finish your course, you can enjoy an additional 12 months of access to other resources on the Learning Hub.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this organisation design and development course, you’ll be able to:

• explain foundations of organisation design and organisation development
• recognise the significance of viewing an organisation as a system
• explain what organisation design process is
• identify the stages of the consultancy cycle for organisation development
• explain the concept of 'use of self'.

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Interested in booking this course for your team? We offer group bookings solutions for teams of four or more people.

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