An Intensive 5-day Training Course

Mini MBA for Learning &
Development Professionals

Training Management, Organisational Learning,
Talent Management, and Organisational Development (OD)

INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

In an era where continuous learning drives competitive advantage, strategic learning and development (L&D) has never been more critical. The Mini MBA for Learning & Development Professionals training course is designed to equip HR, training, and talent development professionals with the strategic insights, tools, and practices to elevate their organisation’s learning culture.

This advanced training course goes beyond conventional training management. It empowers participants to drive organisational learning, optimise training investments, build agile workforces, and align learning initiatives with broader business strategy. The training course integrates key concepts from organisational development, talent management, and learning psychology to create a comprehensive roadmap for L&D success.

This Mini MBA for Learning & Development Professionals training course will highlight:

  • Linking organisational strategy with training and development goals
  • Developing learning organisations and fostering knowledge-sharing cultures
  • Best practices in training needs analysis, design, and evaluation
  • Budgeting and managing the learning and development spend
  • Leveraging organisational development (OD) to support transformation
  • Implementing performance-driven training solutions
  • Using metrics and ROI to demonstrate L&D impact

COURSE DETAILS

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OBJECTIVES

By the end of this Mini MBA for Learning & Development Professionals training course, participants will be able to:

  • Apply core principles of organisational learning theory in workplace strategy
  • Lead and manage effective, results-driven training programmes
  • Use organisational development techniques to foster continuous improvement
  • Design learning initiatives aligned with business needs and team dynamics
  • Demonstrate the value of training through ROI measurement and strategic alignment
  • Create engaging, learner-centric development experiences tailored to workforce needs
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TRAINING METHODOLOGY

Participants to this training course will receive a thorough training on the subjects covered by the training course outline with the instructor utilising a variety of proven adult learning teaching and facilitation techniques. Training methodology includes stimulating presentations supporting each of the topics together with interactive trainer lead sessions of discussion.

There will also be practical sessions where participants have the opportunity to practice and experience some HR related activities. Role-plays, small group work, relevant case studies and feedback will be used to facilitate learning.

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ORGANISATIONAL IMPACT

Organisations investing in this training course will benefit from L&D leaders who can:

  • Drive a culture of continuous learning across departments
  • Optimise the ROI of training investments and align L&D with performance goals
  • Build agile, adaptable teams through targeted skill development
  • Improve employee engagement, retention, and productivity
  • Implement sustainable learning practices that support business transformation
  • Strengthen internal capabilities through strategic workforce planning
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PERSONAL IMPACT

Participants will gain:

  • Enhanced knowledge of learning theory and training best practices
  • Greater confidence in managing L&D strategy at a high level
  • Practical tools to implement effective training systems and interventions
  • The ability to connect learning outcomes to business results
  • A stronger professional profile in organisational development and HR leadership
  • Commitment to lifelong learning and continuous professional growth
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This KC Academy training course is suitable for anyone who wishes to develop their skills in Training Management & Organisational Learning.

In particular, this Mini MBA for Learning & Development Professionals training course would suit:

  • Anyone involved in learning & development, training or talent management
  • Managers, Supervisors and Leaders in all sectors
  • Human Resource (HR) Personnel at all levels
  • Occupational Health & Safety Personnel
  • Anyone concerned with organisational learning
  • Those who need to know more about Organisational Development (OD)

DAILY AGENDA

Day 1: Organisational Strategy & Learning
  • Approaches to strategy
  • Creating a business model
  • Strategic Analysis (PEST, Balanced Scorecards, Five Forces, SWOT)
  • The concept of learning and how it should fit with strategy?
  • How does learning differ between the industries?
  • The idea of organisational learning
Day 2: Leading and Development
  • Leadership theory explained simply
  • Transformational leadership
  • Your preferred role as a leader or manager
  • Managing the training function strategically
  • Differentiating succession management & talent management
  • Nationalisation issues in training
Day 3: Change Leadership
  • An experience of change
  • Change at the team level
  • Change at the organisational level
  • Key drivers of change
  • Change management
  • Best practice in change management
Day 4: Basics of Finance for Learning Professionals
  • Accounting & finance concepts simplified
  • Key financial terms you should know as a manager
  • Using accounting information for Decision-making
  • Why training evaluation matters?
  • The importance of cost-benefit in training
  • Calculating a Return On Investment (ROI)
Day 5: Becoming a Learning Organisation
  • Understanding the learning organisation
  • Characteristics of a learning organisation
  • Are you ready to change?
  • Benefits and barriers
  • Personal action planning
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Certificate

On successful completion of this training course, KC ACademy Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.

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