Change Management Essentials

Course Overview

This comprehensive course over two half-days gives HR professionals and managers the essential tools to lead organisational change with confidence.

Whether navigating restructures, cultural shifts, or new technology, you will learn practical steps to guide people through change successfully.

Delivered by an experienced employment lawyer, the course covers the full change process from planning to evaluation.

Participants explore proven models such as Kotter’s 8-Step Process to assess your organisation’s readiness for change. 

The course also explains the difference between change models like ADKAR and frameworks like Agile, and when each approach is most effective.

Discover a structured ten-step process to manage change in your organisation. 

Learn how to address resistance to change by understanding the psychological barriers that often affect people during transitions.

Participants discover how to build communication strategies that connect with stakeholders at every level and support clarity throughout the process. 

Gain practical insights into measuring progress through meaningful KPIs and continuous improvement, so you can achieve long-term success.

By the end of the course, you’ll have a solid foundation in change management principles and the skills to begin implementing successful initiatives.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for HR professionals, people managers and business leaders new to change management or with some change experience but limited formal training. The course is designed to strengthen change management skills and guide teams confidently through transformation.  Participants gain clear frameworks, practical tools and confidence to communicate and implement change with their teams[JS1] .

What to Expect

Through case studies, interactive exercises, and clear guidance from employment lawyer Julia Shallcrass, you will build practical skills to lead change with confidence.

Learn how to assess your organisation’s readiness for change, follow a structured process, and apply strategies that support sustainable transformation.

Testimonials:

“I like that we get opportunity of hearing the shared experience from others in the group.” Ann, HR Advisor

Virtual Fee (includes GST):

HRNZ Member = $736.00

Non-member = $814.00

This half-day course is limited to 25 attendees and will be delivered online via Zoom.

Virtual courses are not recorded

All personal development events are subject to HRNZ Terms and Conditions.

Registrations close Thursday 11 February unless sold out prior.