In today’s fast-changing business landscape, innovation and change are vital for organizational survival and growth. Companies that successfully lead innovation gain a competitive edge, adapt faster, and inspire lasting excellence.
The Leading Innovation & Change Training Course by Oxford Training Centre empowers leaders and professionals with practical tools and proven frameworks to drive innovation and organizational transformation. Through real-world case studies, participants learn how to foster a culture of creativity, manage resistance, and align change strategies with business goals. This course helps transform ideas into actionable strategies, equipping participants to navigate complex challenges and lead innovation confidently.
Objectives and Target Audience
Course Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Understand how innovation and change impact organizational success.
- Develop strategic and creative thinking for innovation initiatives.
- Apply change management models such as Kotter’s 8-Step Process, Lewin’s Model, and ADKAR.
- Build a culture of innovation and manage resistance effectively.
- Enhance leadership skills to motivate and engage teams.
- Integrate design thinking into innovation strategies.
- Measure and evaluate change performance.
- Strengthen stakeholder engagement and communication.
- Cultivate resilience and emotional intelligence during transformation.
Target Audience
This course is ideal for:
- Executives and Senior Managers driving strategic transformation.
- Team Leaders, Project Managers, and HR Professionals.
- Innovation Officers, Business Analysts, and R&D Managers.
- Entrepreneurs and Business Owners.
- Public Sector and NGO Leaders focused on modernization.
No prior experience in innovation management is required.
Course Modules
Module 1: Understanding Innovation and Change
Explore the key concepts, drivers, and barriers of innovation.
Key Topics: types of innovation, drivers of change, resistance factors.
Outcome: Develop a conceptual understanding of innovation and change dynamics.
Module 2: Leadership for Innovation and Change
Learn essential leadership behaviors for innovation.
Key Topics: leadership styles, emotional intelligence, growth mindset.
Outcome: Inspire creativity and guide teams through transformation.
Module 3: Strategic Innovation Management
Apply tools to convert ideas into business value.
Key Topics: design thinking, creativity tools, innovation strategy.
Outcome: Align innovation with organizational goals.
Module 4: Change Management Frameworks and Practices
Understand and apply structured change models.
Key Topics: Lewin, Kotter, ADKAR models, stakeholder management.
Outcome: Design and execute effective change plans.
Module 5: Building an Innovative Culture
Foster an environment that promotes creativity and collaboration.
Key Topics: innovative culture, diversity of thought, learning systems.
Outcome: Embed innovation into daily practices.
Module 6: Leading Change Through Communication and Collaboration
Master communication for successful transformation.
Key Topics: storytelling, conflict management, stakeholder engagement.
Outcome: Build transparency, trust, and collaboration.
Module 7: Measuring and Sustaining Innovation and Change
Ensure long-term success through performance tracking.
Key Topics: KPIs, continuous improvement, resilience building.
Outcome: Sustain innovation and adapt for future challenges.
Training Methodology
The Oxford Training Centre uses an interactive approach combining theory and practice through case studies, group discussions, workshops, and simulations. This ensures participants leave with practical, actionable strategies.
Conclusion
Innovation and change drive long-term success. The Leading Innovation & Change Training Course by Oxford Training Centre provides leaders with the frameworks, skills, and mindset to lead transformation confidently and build innovation-driven organizations ready for the future.