Thriving in Dynamic Change: Duke CE Certificate Course

Technology changes are relentless, overwhelming, and promise improvement yet frequently disappoint in both execution and results. In this Thriving in Dynamic Change course, learners will explore new approaches and apply frameworks to help them see change not as a disruption that needs to be managed but as an opportunity for growth and improved performance. They will experience how change affects themselves and others and practice ways to lead their teams and organization through dynamic change.

Thriving in Dynamic Change: Duke CE Certificate Course Benefits

• In this Thriving in Dynamic Change course, you will:

  • Explore change through a new lens and shift to a thriving mindset.
  • Recognize that change requires both individual journeys and collective commitment, speed and agility.
  • Apply key leadership levers to facilitate both the personal journey and the practical process.
  • Continue learning and face new challenges with after-course one-on-one instructor coaching.

• Thriving in Dynamic Change Prerequisites

  • Complete Learning Tree course, Navigating Increasing Complexity: Duke CE Certificate Course
  • Some leadership experience in a technical or business environment can be helpful.

• Thriving in Dynamic Change Exam and Certificate Information

  • No Exam
  • This course is part of the Duke CE Transformational Technical Leadership Program, designed by Learning Tree in partnership with Duke Corporate Education. Upon completion of the 5 courses that make up the program, attendees will receive the Transformational Technical Leadership certificate from Duke CE.

Dynamic Change Instructor-Led Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction

This module contains the following learning topics:

• The Transformational Technical Leadership Framework
• How do you measure up to a Chameleon?
• The course learning Objectives
• The course Learning Journey

Module 2: The Anxiety of Change

This module contains the following learning topics:

• How we respond is a choice: Change is a certainty
• Framing change as an opportunity
• Harnessing anxiety as fuel
• How much anxiety is just enough?

Module 3: Lean into the Disruptor Role

This module contains the following learning topics:

• Be a disruptor, not disrupted
• The power of frames
• Healthy tensions in leadership
• Self-affirming vs. self-defeating beliefs

Module 4: SWITCH Your Approach

This module contains the following learning topics:

• Dual needs of our analytical and emotional selves
• The Rider, the Elephant, and the Path
• Key formula: (direction + energy) x environment
• Avoiding misconceptions about the Rider, the Elephant, and the Path

Module 5: Appreciating Individual Paths

This module contains the following learning topics:

• Multiple Riders, Elephants, and Paths
• Change is personal- meeting people where they are
• Role of leaders in getting to new beginnings
• Elephants, Riders, and Paths in practice

Module 6: Engaged Communication

This module contains the following learning topics:

• Importance of conversation during change
• Pushed information does not equal understanding or engagement
• Transparency and openness
• Ensuring others have a voice

Module 7: Collaborative Climate

This module contains the following learning topics:

• Defining collaborative climate
• Benefits for individuals, teams, and networks
• Creating a sense of agency
• Ensuring readiness for action

Module 8: Providing Ongoing Support

This module contains the following learning topics:

• Support the entire journey
• The expectations and reality of support
• Developing a capacity for adaptation
• Maintaining sustained support