(University at Buffalo: Buffalo, NY) -- The University at Buffalo has announced two new courses, the Certified Change Management Professional program, and the Blue Belt Lean Certification program. 

Change management

In today’s ever-evolving business environment, leading and adapting to change is integral to prospering and to staying afloat. Change is never easy. It demands that leaders manage the translation of strategy into desired results. Their effectiveness may have a positive—or negative—effect on an organization’s stature.

Competent change agents successfully make strategic decisions, foster employee buy-in, lead continuous improvement, and steer change. The Certified Change Management Professional program equips managers with the tools that build a strong and flexible foundation for progress.

Course topics include: • The management of change, conflict, time, and performance • Supervision • Communication and coaching skills • Motivation • Group facilitation

Candidates will understand how to influence organizational change, through their own actions and those of others, and leave with practical skills to facilitate the development and implementation of a change model.

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