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Certified Organization Development Professional

Organizational Development (OD) is a new trend, it enhances the role of HR to become a true strategic partner in the business. This course will help you learn all about OD from definition to applications.

5 days Classroom or live online English
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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

It will also equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to translate OD strategies into actions. Furthermore, this course examines the primary role of human resources development (HRD) in the organization to help people and organizations effectively manage change.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

  • Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
  • Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
  • Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.
Course methodology

How you will learn.

This course uses a combination of theory and practical application of course concepts. Participants will engage in simulation exercises combined with round table discussions of real life situations allowing them to gain a strong grip on the knowledge and skills presented in this course.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

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

  • Understand the field of Organizational Development (OD)
  • Assess the organization readiness for development
  • Present OD related data analytics
  • Draft an OD strategy
  • Implement change management processes
Target audience

Who should attend.

The course can be attended by HR professionals, OD practitioners, HR consultants & trainers and anyone who is interested in the field of OD.

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

  • Strategic thinking
  • Strategic planning
  • Analytical thinking
  • Working with people
  • Planning and organizing
  • Achieving goals and objectives
Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1OD overview

  1. 09:00–09:39Introduction to the field of Organizational Development
  2. 09:39–10:17The Main Conceptual Framework of OD
  3. 10:17–11:00OD History and Pioneers
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:04Action Research Model
  6. 12:04–12:43Identifying Needs
  7. 12:43–13:21Assessing the organization readiness for development
  8. 13:21–14:00How OD has benefited HR and the organization?

Day 2OD analytics

  1. 09:00–09:30Creating Data Collection Tools
  2. 09:30–10:00Preparing and Facilitating Feedback Sessions
  3. 10:00–10:30Conducting Interviews and Feedback
  4. 10:30–11:00Big Data
  5. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  6. 11:30–12:00Collecting and Analyzing Data
  7. 12:00–12:30Presenting Data and Observations
  8. 12:30–13:00Data collection plan
  9. 13:00–13:30Gaining Agreement and Buy-in
  10. 13:30–14:00Setting Priorities

Day 3OD strategy

  1. 09:00–09:23Origins of strategy
  2. 09:23–09:45Strategic Planning
  3. 09:45–10:08SWOT analysis
  4. 10:08–10:30Vision statement
  5. 10:30–11:00Mission statement
  6. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  7. 11:30–11:45Strategic Goals
  8. 11:45–12:08OD strategy
  9. 12:08–12:30Competency Centricity
  10. 12:30–12:53Compensation Centricity
  11. 12:53–13:15Performance Centricity
  12. 13:15–13:38Identifying Action Plans
  13. 13:38–14:00Creating Project Plans

Day 4OD intervention and change

  1. 09:00–09:39Designing OD Interventions
  2. 09:39–10:17Organizing Customer Needs
  3. 10:17–11:00What is change management?
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–12:04Implementing Change Management Process
  6. 12:04–12:43Internal Customer Satisfaction and Engagement
  7. 12:43–13:21Evaluating Results
  8. 13:21–14:00Sustaining Change

Day 5OD maintenance

  1. 09:00–09:45Preparing the organization for Maintenance
  2. 09:45–10:30Creating a preventive system
  3. 10:30–11:00Spending versus end results ROI
  4. 11:00–11:30Coffee break
  5. 11:30–11:45Spending versus end results ROI (continued)
  6. 11:45–12:30Auditing sustainability
  7. 12:30–13:15Proactivity and continuous development
  8. 13:15–14:00Dialogic versus Diagnostic OD

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Confirmed dates accept registration requests. Tentative dates are enquiry only.

Istanbul 9 Nov - 13 Nov 2026
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 9 Nov - 13 Nov 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Amsterdam 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
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£2,540.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 23 Nov - 27 Nov 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Barcelona 30 Nov - 4 Dec 2026
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£2,840.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 30 Nov - 4 Dec 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Singapore 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
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£2,820.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 7 Dec - 11 Dec 2026
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£1,250.-Register
London 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
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£2,450.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 14 Dec - 18 Dec 2026
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£1,250.-Register
Dubai 11 Jan - 15 Jan 2027
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£3,150.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 11 Jan - 15 Jan 2027
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Frankfurt 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 25 Jan - 29 Jan 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 8 Feb - 12 Feb 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 8 Feb - 12 Feb 2027
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Rome 15 Feb - 19 Feb 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 15 Feb - 19 Feb 2027
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Paris 22 Feb - 26 Feb 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 22 Feb - 26 Feb 2027
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Istanbul 8 Mar - 12 Mar 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 8 Mar - 12 Mar 2027
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Amsterdam 22 Mar - 26 Mar 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 22 Mar - 26 Mar 2027
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Singapore 12 Apr - 16 Apr 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 12 Apr - 16 Apr 2027
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Vienna 19 Apr - 23 Apr 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 19 Apr - 23 Apr 2027
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London 26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 26 Apr - 30 Apr 2027
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Dubai 10 May - 14 May 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 10 May - 14 May 2027
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Frankfurt 24 May - 28 May 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 24 May - 28 May 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 14 Jun - 18 Jun 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 14 Jun - 18 Jun 2027
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Paris 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 21 Jun - 25 Jun 2027
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Cape Town 28 Jun - 2 Jul 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 28 Jun - 2 Jul 2027
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Istanbul 12 Jul - 16 Jul 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 12 Jul - 16 Jul 2027
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Amsterdam 26 Jul - 30 Jul 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 26 Jul - 30 Jul 2027
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Singapore 9 Aug - 13 Aug 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 9 Aug - 13 Aug 2027
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Rome 16 Aug - 20 Aug 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 16 Aug - 20 Aug 2027
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London 23 Aug - 27 Aug 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 23 Aug - 27 Aug 2027
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Dubai 13 Sept - 17 Sept 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 13 Sept - 17 Sept 2027
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Frankfurt 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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£2,650.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 20 Sept - 24 Sept 2027
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Kuala Lumpur 11 Oct - 15 Oct 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 11 Oct - 15 Oct 2027
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Cape Town 18 Oct - 22 Oct 2027
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£1,890.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 18 Oct - 22 Oct 2027
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Paris 25 Oct - 29 Oct 2027
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£2,860.-Register
Online Live virtual classroom 25 Oct - 29 Oct 2027
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Istanbul 8 Nov - 12 Nov 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 8 Nov - 12 Nov 2027
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Amsterdam 22 Nov - 26 Nov 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 22 Nov - 26 Nov 2027
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Singapore 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 6 Dec - 10 Dec 2027
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London 13 Dec - 17 Dec 2027
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Online Live virtual classroom 13 Dec - 17 Dec 2027
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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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