Measuring and Improving Organisational Culture

Written By James Taylor

Course Description

This comprehensive training course focuses on the importance of measuring and improving organisational culture to foster a positive and productive work environment. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, measure, and analyse organisational culture, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to create a thriving culture that aligns with their organisation's values and goals. Through a combination of theoretical concepts, practical tools, and real-life case studies, participants will learn how to cultivate a culture that supports employee engagement, collaboration, and organisational success

Please note: That this training course is not open to individual participants. We only offer this training course for an organisation and tailor it to their context and needs. Please contact us by email (team@alerongroup.com) or phone (+44 (0)800 246 1319) to learn more about how your organisation can benefit from this training.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Organisational Culture

  • Understanding the significance of organisational culture

  • Defining culture and its impact on employee behavior and performance

  • Exploring the connection between culture and organisational success

  • Identifying the elements and dimensions of organisational culture

Module 2: Assessing Organisational Culture

  • Different approaches and methodologies for culture assessment

  • Designing culture assessment surveys and questionnaires

  • Conducting interviews and focus groups to gather qualitative data

  • Analysing and interpreting culture assessment data

Module 3: Key Indicators and Metrics of Organisational Culture

  • Identifying key indicators and metrics to measure culture

  • Employee satisfaction and engagement surveys

  • Absenteeism, turnover rates, and retention metrics

  • Diversity and inclusion metrics

Module 4: Analysing and Benchmarking Organisational Culture

  • Using data analysis techniques to interpret culture assessment results

  • Comparing and benchmarking culture against industry best practices

  • Identifying strengths and areas for improvement in organisational culture

  • Utilising data visualisation to communicate culture insights

Module 5: Creating a Culture of Trust and Psychological Safety

  • Understanding the importance of trust and psychological safety in culture

  • Strategies for building trust among employees and leaders

  • Fostering an inclusive and supportive environment

  • Encouraging open communication and feedback

Module 6: Aligning Culture with Organisational Values and Goals

  • Defining organisational values and their role in culture alignment

  • Assessing the alignment between culture and values

  • Communicating and reinforcing organisational values

  • Ensuring that culture supports the achievement of organisational goals

Module 7: Implementing Cultural Change Initiatives

  • Strategies for driving cultural change within an organisation

  • Developing a change management plan for cultural transformation

  • Engaging employees and stakeholders in the change process

  • Overcoming resistance and barriers to cultural change

Module 8: Leadership and its Impact on Organisational Culture

  • The role of leadership in shaping and influencing culture

  • Identifying leadership behaviors that foster a positive culture

  • Developing leaders as culture champions

  • Creating leadership development programs for cultural alignment

Module 9: Embedding Culture into Human Resources Practices

  • Integrating culture into recruitment and selection processes

  • Performance management and recognition aligned with culture

  • Training and development programs that support cultural values

  • Incorporating culture in organisational policies and procedures

Module 10: Sustaining and Evolving Organisational Culture

  • Strategies for sustaining a positive culture over time

  • Monitoring and evaluating culture on an ongoing basis

  • Responding to cultural challenges and course-correcting

  • Continuous improvement and evolution of culture

Course Duration

The course is designed to be delivered over a span of 10 weeks, with one module per week. However, the duration and intensity of the course can be adjusted according to the specific needs and requirements of your organisation and the participants.

Target Audience

  • HR professionals and managers responsible for culture development

  • Organisational leaders and executives

  • Change management practitioners

  • Organisational development consultants

  • Individuals interested in understanding and improving organisational culture

Prerequisites

There are no strict prerequisites for this course. However, participants should have a basic understanding of organisational dynamics and human resources concepts.

Course Delivery Method

The course can be delivered through a combination of lectures, case studies, group discussions, hand-outs.

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