Organizational Change and Innovation
Develop skills to lead organizational transformation using psychology-based approaches to manage change, analyze needs, and drive innovation.
Develop skills to lead organizational transformation using psychology-based approaches to manage change, analyze needs, and drive innovation.
This advanced course explores the psychological aspects of organizational change and innovation in today's dynamic workplace. Students learn to understand and manage different reactions to change, from resistance to engagement. The course covers change resistance dynamics, needs assessment methods, the ADKAR model for change implementation, and strategies for fostering innovation. Through practical applications, participants develop skills in conducting needs analysis, evaluating change processes, and creating an environment that supports creativity and continuous innovation. Special emphasis is placed on leadership strategies for ensuring change buy-in and successful implementation.
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What you'll learn
Analyze reasons for change resistance and develop strategies for building change readiness
Implement effective needs analysis and evaluation processes for successful change management
Apply leadership strategies to ensure stakeholder buy-in during change initiatives
Create organizational conditions that foster creativity and sustained innovation
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Module Description
This course examines the psychological foundations of organizational change and innovation. It covers key topics including change resistance and readiness, needs assessment and evaluation models, the ADKAR change implementation framework, and factors that drive creativity and innovation in organizations. Students learn practical strategies for managing change resistance, conducting effective needs analysis, ensuring stakeholder buy-in, and developing an innovation-friendly organizational climate. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical application of change management principles.
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10 Courses
A Pioneer in Mindfulness and Workplace Wellbeing Research
Fleur Pawsey serves as a Lecturer at the University of Canterbury's School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing, where she combines her expertise in mindfulness research with practical applications for workplace wellbeing. After completing her PhD in 2020 focusing on relationships between mindfulness, stress, and wellbeing, she has established herself as an expert in applying mindfulness practices to enhance work experiences and recovery processes. Her groundbreaking research includes a 28-day diary study examining how daily mindfulness practices affect sport coaches' recovery and stress management
7 Courses
A Leading Authority in Organizational Resilience and Workplace Wellbeing
Joana Coelho Kuntz serves as Professor in the School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing at the University of Canterbury, where she has established herself as a pioneering researcher in organizational and employee resilience since 2009. After earning her PhD from the University of Tennessee and working in organizational development across Europe and the United States, she has built an impressive career combining academic research with practical applications. As co-founder of Canterbury's Employee Resilience Research group, she has worked extensively with government agencies and corporations to develop resilience capabilities, particularly following the Christchurch earthquakes. Her research has garnered over 2,000 citations, with influential publications on employee resilience, organizational change, and leadership development. Her work during the COVID-19 pandemic expanded to examine workplace stressors and employee adaptation to crisis situations. Her current research focuses on the future of work, employee wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, and the design and implementation of organizational interventions. Through her leadership at Canterbury, she continues to bridge theoretical research with practical applications, contributing significantly to understanding how organizations and employees can flourish beyond adversity.
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