14DEC
14 - 18 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days
BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
Professional training course · LM-015
Organizational Development in Action
Organizations that succeed over the long term are those that continuously adapt, evolve, and align their people, processes, and strategy. Organizational development (OD)…
- 5 daysClassroom
- 13Upcoming dates
- 6Cities
- £2,840Fees from
Course overview
Why Attend
Organizations that succeed over the long term are those that continuously adapt, evolve, and align their people, processes, and strategy. Organizational development (OD) is not just a theoretical concept—it is a practical discipline that drives performance, strengthens culture, and enables sustainable growth.
This course is designed to provide a hands-on understanding of how organizational development principles are applied in real workplace settings. It focuses on diagnosing organizational challenges, designing effective interventions, and leading change initiatives that improve performance and engagement.
Participants will gain practical tools to assess organizational effectiveness, manage change, and build a culture that supports continuous improvement and innovation.
Course Methodology
This programme uses a practical, action-oriented approach:
- Real-world case studies and organizational scenarios
- Group discussions and interactive workshops
- Diagnostic tools and assessment exercises
- Role-playing and change simulation activities
- Practical frameworks for implementing OD initiatives
Course Objectives
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
- Understand core concepts and frameworks of organizational development
- Diagnose organizational challenges and performance gaps
- Design and implement effective OD interventions
- Lead and manage organizational change initiatives
- Improve employee engagement and organizational culture
- Align people strategies with business objectives
- Measure and sustain organizational improvement efforts
Target Audience
This course is suitable for:
- HR and Organizational Development Professionals
- Managers and Team Leaders
- Change Management Practitioners
- Learning and Development Specialists
- Business Partners and Strategy Professionals
- Anyone involved in improving organizational performance
Target Competencies
Participants will develop competencies in:
- Organizational diagnosis and analysis
- Change management and transformation
- Culture development and employee engagement
- Strategic alignment and performance improvement
- Leadership in organizational change
- Problem-solving and decision-making in OD
- Implementation of development initiatives
Course outline
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1Day 1: Foundations of Organizational Development
- Introduction to organizational development concepts
- Role of OD in modern organizations
- Systems thinking and organizational effectiveness
- Understanding organizational structure and culture
- Identifying performance gaps and challenges
- Overview of OD models and frameworks
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2Day 2: Organizational Diagnosis and Assessment
- Techniques for diagnosing organizational issues
- Data collection methods (surveys, interviews, observations)
- Analyzing organizational performance and culture
- Identifying root causes of problems
- Using diagnostic tools and frameworks
- Practical exercise: organizational assessment
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3Day 3: Designing OD Interventions
- Types of OD interventions (structural, behavioral, strategic)
- Aligning interventions with business objectives
- Employee engagement and team development strategies
- Leadership development and capability building
- Communication strategies for change
- Case study: designing an OD intervention
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4Day 4: Leading and Managing Change
- Change management principles and models
- Managing resistance to change
- Building commitment and stakeholder engagement
- Leadership role in transformation
- Implementing change initiatives effectively
- Simulation exercise: leading organizational change
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5Day 5: Sustaining Organizational Performance
- Measuring success of OD initiatives
- Performance management and continuous improvement
- Embedding change into organizational culture
- Building agile and adaptive organizations
- Lessons learned and best practices
- Final group exercise and action planning
Schedule
Dates and fees
13 upcoming dates in 6 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted.
December 2026
BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
January 2027
18JAN
18 - 22 Jan 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
February 2027
15FEB
15 - 19 Feb 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each
March 2027
15MAR
15 - 19 Mar 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
GenevaSwitzerland · Classroom
£5,250per delegate2+ people: £4,200 each
April 2027
19APR
19 - 23 Apr 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
May 2027
17MAY
17 - 21 May 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
ParisFrance · Classroom
£4,500per delegate2+ people: £3,600 each
June 2027
21JUN
21 - 25 Jun 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
FrankfurtGermany · Classroom
£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each
July 2027
19JUL
19 - 23 Jul 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
August 2027
16AUG
16 - 20 Aug 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
September 2027
20SEP
20 - 24 Sep 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each
October 2027
18OCT
18 - 22 Oct 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Cape TownSouth Africa · Classroom
£2,840per delegate2+ people: £2,272 each
November 2027
15NOV
15 - 19 Nov 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
December 2027
20DEC
20 - 24 Dec 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
ParisFrance · Classroom
£4,500per delegate2+ people: £3,600 each
No dates in this city right now. Request a quotation and we will suggest the nearest date.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Organizational Development in Action course?
The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.
When is the next Organizational Development in Action course?
The next public date is 14 - 18 Dec 2026 in Barcelona. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.
Where is this course held?
Upcoming sessions run in Barcelona, London, Geneva, Paris, Frankfurt, Cape Town.
How much does the course cost?
Fees start from £2,840 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.
Do participants receive a certificate?
Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.
Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.
Course information last updated 14 November 2026.
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