Mastering Change Management Programme – CMI Level 7
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Mastering Change Management Programme – CMI Level 7

Develops strategic leadership, emotional intelligence and change management skills for successful, sustainable transformations.

DELIVERY:

2 Days

LOCATION:

Virtual / In House

QUALIFICATION:

CMI Level 7 Award in Strategic Leadership and Management  Practice - Included in course fee

For Individuals:

From £ 1,450.00 +VAT

The tutor was very experienced and had a wealth of knowledge and insight they were able to share. It was tailored to support various different situations and scenarios.

Cecilia Freeman, HR Business Partner Clarinet

In today’s fast-paced, high-stakes environment, change isn’t a choice – it’s a constant. Yet, research shows that most change initiatives fail due to one key factor: ineffective leadership.

Our Mastering Change Management Programme is a high-impact, two-day programme designed for senior leaders, directors, and strategic managers who are navigating complex transformations and want to lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose. Whether you’re leading digital transformation, restructuring teams, or reshaping strategy, this programme will empower you to drive change, not just survive it.

Grounded in the prestigious CMI Level 7 Award in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice and delivered with real-world case studies, interactive sessions, and strategic planning exercises, the programme equips leaders with the frameworks and tools to manage organisational change, build a compelling case and lead with impact and empathy.

On completion of the programme, participants will be able to:

  • Critically evaluate the role of strategic leadership in change initiatives
  • Assess internal and external drivers for change
  • Build a compelling case for change
  • Apply strategic change models to real business contexts
  • Lead others through uncertainty and transformation
  • Develop a personal leadership strategy for leading change effectively
  • Deliver sustainable transformation

Session 1: Understanding Strategic Change

The Context for Change
Explore the internal and external drivers of change using tools such as PESTLE and SWOT. Understand opportunities, threats, and the need for strategic adaptation.

Strategic Leadership in Change
Define strategic leadership and differentiate it from operational management. Discuss the leader’s role in times of uncertainty and transformation.

Change Models and Frameworks
Introduce and critically evaluate change models including Lewin’s 3-Step Model, Kotter’s 8 Steps, McKinsey 7S, and ADKAR. Match models to organisational needs.

Session 2: Organisational Readiness & Culture 

Communicating Change
Develop strategic communication plans. Explore techniques for clarity, trust-building, and stakeholder engagement through compelling narratives.

Overcoming Resistance
Identify common sources of resistance. Learn strategies to manage and reduce resistance through empathy, coaching, and involvement.

Leading with Emotional Intelligence
Explore emotional intelligence as a leadership tool. Practice self-awareness, empathy, and resilience to support others during change.

Strategic Change Plan – Group Activity
Apply change models and leadership strategies to a case study or real-life situation. Design a strategic change leadership plan collaboratively.

Presentation of Group Plans & Feedback
Share plans with peers. Receive facilitator and group feedback. Reflect on strengths and development areas.

*Content may vary and can be tailored to the cohort.

The CMI Level 7 Award in Strategic Leadership and Management Practice

Assessment

The CMI Level 7 Award in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice is designed for Directors and Senior Managers who have the authority and personal inspiration to translate organisational strategy into effective performance.

This qualification requires senior and aspiring senior leaders to build on their skills in strategic management and leadership and to focus on the requirements of inter-organisational strategy. You will be required to take the theory, thought leadership and research discussed on the programme, and implement it in your professional life by focusing on your own leadership development, and positively challenging organisational strategy.

Delegates will be required to complete one 3000 – 4000 word written assignment that requires taught theory to be applied to the strategic organisational context:

Unit 705: Leading Strategic Change

Learners also receive:

  • Targeted tutorials run by our CMI-qualified tutors, to help learners complete the assignment writing phase.
  • Dedicated support from the Quality Assurance Team here at In Professional Development, including regular CMI learner drop-in sessions.
  • Access to a wealth of CMI online learning resources through their Management Direct website.

Available Options

DatesTimesLocationAvailabilityPriceQuantity 
22 Oct 202509:00 AMVirtualPlaces available£1,450.00

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Pierson Stratford

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James Willerton

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Alex Firmin

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Is This Course Right for You?

Who attends our Mastering Change Management Programme:

Job Seniority
Job Seniority

Head of Departments, Senior Managers, Directors, C-Suite, Managing Directors

Job Function
Job Function

All job functions

Time in Role
Time in Role

4 years Senior Leadership experience on average, 7 years of senior leadership experience

Sector
Sector

Cross-sector

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Our In-House training is fully customisable to your business, and we will work with you to create the perfect training programme for your organisation.

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