Change management at workplace Course

In today’s Saudi business environment, change is constant. From digital transformation to Vision 2030 reforms, organizations in Riyadh and across the Kingdom are facing rapid shifts in strategy, structure, and culture. The ability to lead and manage this change effectively is no longer optional—it is a core leadership skill.

Our Change Management Training Course in Riyadh is designed to help professionals, managers, and leaders build the tools and confidence needed to guide teams through transformation. With a balance of global best practices and local business insights, this program prepares participants to anticipate challenges, manage resistance, and sustain long-term organizational growth.

What You Will Learn

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Recognize different forms of organizational change and their impact.
• Apply structured change management models such as Kotter’s Eight-Step Framework.
• Assess readiness for change and predict areas of resistance.
• Conduct stakeholder analysis and design effective communication strategies.
• Build strategies for cultural transformation aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.
• Manage risks and ensure smoother transitions during change initiatives.

Who Should Attend

This program is ideal for:

• Senior managers and executives leading organizational transformation.
• HR and organizational development professionals.
• Project managers handling large-scale initiatives.
• Team leaders guiding employees through restructuring.
• Entrepreneurs and business owners in Saudi Arabia preparing for rapid market changes.

Why Enroll in Riyadh?

• Expert Guidance: Delivered by trainers with hands-on experience in organizational change across GCC markets.
• Recognized Certification: A professional certificate valued in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East.
• Practical Focus: Real case studies, simulations, and Saudi-specific scenarios.
• Flexible Options: Available as classroom sessions in Riyadh or customized workshops for companies.

Course Outline

Change Management & Leadership Training prepares professionals to navigate transformation with strategic clarity and emotional intelligence. Participants learn proven frameworks for managing resistance, communicating change effectively, and empowering teams to adapt, innovate, and thrive in evolving business environments.

Foundations of Change Management

• What is organizational change?
• Why companies in Saudi Arabia must adapt
• Drivers of change: digital, cultural, and economic
• Types of change: adaptive, innovative, radical
• Tools to measure the intensity of change

Change Agents and Stakeholders

• The role of change agents in transformation
• Skills and qualities of effective change leaders
• Stakeholder mapping in Saudi organizations
• Practical strategies to build commitment

Leadership in Times of Change

• Leadership styles for guiding teams through uncertainty
• Evaluating the need for change within the organization
• Planning and preparing for transformation
• Applying Kotter’s Eight-Step Model in practice

Overcoming Resistance

• Why people resist change
• Group vs. individual resistance factors
• The SARAH model of emotional response
• Techniques to address concerns and reduce conflicts

Risk and Change Projects

• Identifying risks during transformation
• Using a Risk-Impact chart to prioritize issues
• Strategies to reduce disruption and safeguard performance

Communicating Change Effectively

• What employees expect to hear during change
• Elements of a strong communication plan
• Dos and Don’ts for leaders when sharing updates
• Using transparency to build trust

Sustaining Change and Building Culture

• The link between culture and long-term change
• Types of cultural transformation in Saudi businesses
• Mistakes to avoid when shifting culture
• Practical steps to embed change into daily operations

Course Methodology

The program combines interactive learning with real-world applications. Participants engage in case studies, simulations, group discussions, and role-playing exercises relevant to the Saudi market. Each module is designed to connect theory with practice, allowing learners to immediately apply new skills in their workplace. This approach ensures that the training is not only informative but also practical, giving participants the confidence to lead change initiatives effectively.