Prerequisites

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in management or organizational roles is preferred.

Course Description

In a world that changes faster than we can plan for, change is no longer a passing challenge—it is a true test of leadership and its ability to adapt. The Change and Innovation Management course equips participants with the tools and perspective needed to lead transformation with confidence, turn resistance into positive momentum, and position innovation as a continuous driver of growth and development.

Course Objective

By the end of this course, participants will:
• Understand the core concepts and models of change management and innovation, and their role in strengthening organizational adaptability and achieving sustainable growth.
• Plan and manage change initiatives effectively, address resistance constructively, and apply practical steps to foster innovation within teams.
• Recognize that change and innovation are ongoing leadership responsibilities—not temporary initiatives—and strengthen readiness to adopt and support transformation within the organization.

Course Outline

• Introduction to change management:
- The concept and importance of change management in the modern workplace.
- The psychology of change and its impact on individuals and organizations.
- Established change management models.
- The role of effective communication in the success of change initiatives.

• Practical application of change management and addressing resistance:
- Sources and manifestations of resistance to change at organizational and behavioral levels.
- Analyze emotional and structural causes of resistance.
- Strategies for managing and reducing resistance.
- The leader’s role in supporting teams throughout transformation phases.

• Innovation as a strategic approach to change:
- The concept of innovation and its relationship to change management.
- Stages of innovation: idea generation, development, and implementation.
- Build an organizational culture that supports innovation.
- Manage innovation risks and turn challenges into opportunities.

Course Benefits

• A graduation certificate by Al Jazeera Media Institute.