[English] Agile People HR (ICP-BAF + ICP-AHR)

 

10 Online Intensive and Interactive Sessions
(2-3 hours on Monday to Friday)

 

Feedback from Participants in our previous Courses:

Agile HR is a wonderful course, and the content is valuable, since it teaches us how to think holistically when it comes to employee management. As HR professionals we have the responsibility to make sure we create a sustainable environment for both employees and employers and the content of this class helps us achieve this.

• The course was incredibly useful, inspiring, and the trainer was extremely dedicated, patient, and supportive.
• It was amazing how easily Eleonora connected the most twisted concepts with real-life examples making it so much more interesting to study.
• Professional and Knowledgeable trainer with amazing understanding approach if you need more clarifications around the topic.
• The instructor is very full of energy and ideas, the synergy that she created with us during the training was great.
• It was fun and gave a lot of insight of yourself and your own organization.
• I enjoyed all the sessions; they were very useful for my work, and I got to learn and reinforce my knowledge.

About The Course

In the rapidly evolving landscape of the future workplace, there is a growing demand for HR professionals and managers to adopt a coaching role. This course focuses on developing the necessary skills and competencies to effectively meet this demand by gaining a comprehensive understanding of basic human needs, behaviours, teamwork dynamics, and how to support the organization’s overarching purpose.

In this course, you will explore an alternative career path for traditional managers and HR professionals that requires a deeper understanding of the human perspective. Alongside the foundational knowledge of agile values, tools, and methods, as well as systems theory and organizational principles, you will learn how to effectively coach individuals towards discovering their unique potential and foster an environment conducive to collective performance.

By the end of this training program, you will have acquired the expertise to assume a coaching role, empowering individuals to thrive and creating the necessary conditions for collaborative achievement. Join us to develop the skills essential for success in the future of work and enhance your ability to support individuals and organizations in reaching their full potential.

Target Audience

This course is designed for HR professionals of all levels seeking to enhance the Employee Experience and transition their practices to agile working methods. Participants will gain valuable insights into HR’s role in attracting, developing, and retaining talent within an organization. Furthermore, they will learn about the paradigm shifts required to effectively lead in adaptive environments and contribute to fostering a high-performing culture.

Additionally, this course is beneficial for Management Consultants, Change Managers, and Agile Coaches who aim to assist HR departments and organizations in implementing more flexible, adaptable, and appealing people processes. By participating in this course, you will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to support HR functions in driving positive change and creating a workplace environment that attracts and engages top talent.

Professional Certifications

This training can lead to Professional Certifications in Business Agility Foundations, and Agility in HR with Agile People and ICAgile.

All courses can be taken individually, however for the greatest benefit we recommend this or any other combination of courses that we offer. Please get in touch for more details, @ [email protected]

 

During the Agility in HR training, we cover three perspectives:

Individual perspective (YOU)

Knowing yourself and why you do what you do, developing yourself and understanding biases, mind traps, and how to avoid judging, communicating effectively using storytelling and visualisation are powerful tools.

Team Perspective (WE IN OUR TEAM)

How to grow and develop teams to be independent and empowered to make their own decisions, conflict resolutions  for example, about their contribution to the organization’s goals or their salaries

Organisational perspective (ALL OF US)

How to balance an agile culture with an agile structure, providing enough support for emerging strategies where all people are involved in setting the direction. How to work to change behaviors – accomplishing an agile mindset, culture, Psychological Safety and create conditions for a Learning organisation.

Training Schedule

This training consists of 10 intersive online sessions, each lasting 2-3 hours, spread over a two-week period. In the event that you miss a session, you will have the opportunity to make it up in the next course round, which commences during the subsequent scheduled session.

• For those who prefer a more intensive learning experience, we offer a comprehensive 2-day classroom Agile HR training , an ICAgile Certification on  Agility in HR (ICP-AHR).
• Alternatively, you can choose the standalone course on Agility in HR.

The certification fee for each ICP (e.g. ICP-BAF, ICP-AHR, etc) course is NOT included in the course fee. To get an ICAgile certification, you need to complete the certification tasks, get it approved and after that you can buy the certificate from us.

 

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Program Content

Session B1-5 Business Agility Foundations

Session B1: The Need for Business Agility

In today’s ever-changing and complex business landscape, the ability to adapt and thrive is crucial for success. In this session, we delve into the concept of business agility as a key driver for achieving organizational goals. Explore the importance of embracing new values and principles, forming self-organizing teams, and empowering individuals with diverse perspectives. Gain a competitive edge by harnessing the power of agility in a VUCA environment. Unlock your organization’s potential for success.

Session B2: Emergent Strategy and Value Creation

Discover the power of aligning teams around a compelling purpose and creating a shared vision that inspires high performance. Gain insights into empathizing with customers to enhance their experience and maximize value creation. Learn how to make customer value visible and drive focused value creation in your organization.

Session B3: Frameworks Tools and Techniques

Learn the essence of agility and its emphasis on adapting to change. Explore customer-centricity and prioritization to deliver value efficiently. Discover how Lean StartUp and agile frameworks like Scrum and Kanban can be applied beyond software development. Gain practical insights into designing processes using agile methods.

Session B4: New Ways of Thinking and Behaving

Gain insight into complex adaptive system dynamics and their role in achieving Business Agility. Learn how to navigate organizational dynamics using tools like “Polarity Management” and the “Cynefin Decision Making Model.” Explore the concept of the “Ladder of Inference” to understand and manage thinking and behavioural patterns.

Session B5: Business Agility as the New Normal

In today’s dynamic and complex business landscape, adaptability and responsiveness are crucial. We explore strategies to:

• Make sense of evolving business challenges in uncertain environments.
• Make effective decisions and take action even with limited information.
• Cultivate a conducive culture that empowers individuals to perform at their best.

Session H1-5 Agile People HR

Session H1: How HR’s role is changing when we need to increase Business Agility

Explore the design of talent and people elements to support an Agile transition in organizations. Understand how different contexts influence the approach. Learn about job titles, competency profiles, career paths, and succession planning in Agile organizations. Discover user stories for HR and the T-shaped HR-person concept. Dive into Employee Journey mapping to address pain points. Benefit from practical examples and cases to enhance your understanding of Agile talent and people management strategies.

Session H2: How HR can use tools and practices from Agile.

Learn how Agile methodologies, such as Scrum, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, and OKRs, can be leveraged in HR. Discover user stories for HR, design talent/people processes using Agile methods, and explore real-world examples of Agile HR in action.

Session H3: Goals, Performance Management, Compensation and Benefits

Evaluate and enhance performance management practices with Agile thinking. Explore traditional and Agile-friendly incentive structures, weighing their pros and cons. Apply these insights to optimize performance management in your own environment.

Session H4: Talent Acquisition and onboarding

Design a sourcing strategy aligned with values, culture, diversity, and collaboration to acquire the right talent for organizational growth. Create an efficient onboarding experience for the seamless integration of new employees.

Session H5: Learning, Development and Employee Engagement

Learn how to support a learning mindset in teams, shifting focus from deficiencies to skill development. Explore diverse motivational tools for different contexts. Discover the changing landscape of employee engagement surveys.

Learn more about ICAgile ( https://www.icagile.com/ )

FAQ

Do I need any pre-competence?

No prior competence is required to enrol in this online course. We adapt our approach to suit the participants’ individual levels and needs. As an added benefit, you will also gain proficiency in utilizing modern digital tools such as digital canvases, video meeting platforms, Kanban boards, and more.

How does the process look for this training?

This course will leverage virtual online tools for effective communication, learning, and interaction. To fully participate, you will need a stable internet connection and a dedicated workspace that provides a quiet background. Throughout the course, we will engage in breakout sessions using Zoom and utilize our community platform for ongoing communication between instructor-led sessions. Detailed instructions regarding the practical aspects of the course will be provided during the initial session.

Are the sessions scheduled on specific days at specific times?

The course sessions are scheduled in advance according to a predetermined yearly schedule. If you are unable to attend a session, you will have the opportunity to make it up during a later session.

After training completion, what is the process to become ICAgile Certified?

The certification process entails completing the certification assignment and responding to specific questions after each session. Once your work is finalized and approved, including any feedback provided, you will have the option to purchase your ICAgile certificate from the Agile People shop. It’s important to note that the cost of the ICAgile certificate for your completed assignment is not included in the course fee. Additionally, the certificate download will be made available directly from ICAgile.

As for the Agile People Participation Certificates, they are included in the training price upon successful completion of the course. After the course concludes, you will be able to download your Agile People Participation Certificate from the Agile People website.

Online Delivery

To facilitate interactive discussions and team exercises, we will utilize Zoom as our primary platform during the course. Mural will serve as the digital canvas for collaborative activities, while our dedicated community platform will facilitate communication between sessions.

As a participant, you will receive exclusive access to the Agile People Campus, our comprehensive Learning Management System located on agilepeople.com. This platform provides a wealth of resources, including videos, articles, documents, and case studies related to each session. It also includes direct links to all the tools used during the training. Additionally, you will have digital access to our three books, enriching your learning experience.

Please allocate an additional three hours per week for post-session work, which may include assignments and exercises. Course literature and materials will be distributed digitally to ensure easy access and flexibility. To prepare for the final session, you will complete a certification assignment during the course duration.

Course Discounts

Group Discount (Public Online)

• Enrol 2 to 4 participants for the same scheduled courses and receive a discount of 10% per person on existing course prices.
• Enrol 5+ participants for the same scheduled courses and receive a discount of 15% per person on existing course prices.
• For larger groups or to arrange private group training please contact us at [email protected]to arrange an additional quote and proposal for your organisation.

Open Classroom Training (Public In Person)

• Open classroom training is offered in a number of countries depending on interest.
• Enrol 4 to 6 participants for the same scheduled courses and receive a discount of 7.5% per person on existing course prices.
• Enrol 7+ participants for the same scheduled courses and receive a discount of 12% per person on existing course prices.

Private Group Training

We offer customized group training options for both online and on-site (In Person) delivery. To discuss your organization’s specific requirements and receive a tailored quote and proposal, please contact us at [email protected]. We are committed to providing training solutions that align with your organization’s needs and objectives.

Training Bundle

Choose from our combination packages for an impactful learning journey, whether you’re an individual, part of a team, or a group. Contact us to find out what suits you best!

Events cancellation policy

If you need to cancel your registration, please send a written notification to [email protected]. Kindly ensure that the subject line of your email includes the name of the conference or event for proper identification.

• We will refund 85% for cancellations received 60 days before the start of the event.
• We will refund 50% for cancellations received between 59 days before 31 days to the event’s start.
• We will refund 25% for cancellations received between 30 days before 15 days to the event’s start.
• We will issue no refund for cancellations received within 15 days of the event.
• You are allowed to send a colleague in your place.

Invoices are payable on 15 days Net, and must in any case be paid before the course starts!