An Intensive 5-day Training Course

Operational Excellence for Leaders

Guiding Breakthrough Strategies for Enhanced Competitive Advantage

INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

Operational excellence is no longer optional—it is a leadership imperative for organizations that want to thrive in today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape. This Operational Excellence for Leaders training course is designed to equip senior professionals with the strategic insight and practical tools needed to lead operational transformation from the top down.

At its core, operational excellence is about creating a sustainable culture of continuous improvement, where streamlined processes, empowered teams, and strategic focus come together to deliver exceptional value. This training course goes beyond process optimization; it emphasizes the critical role leaders play in shaping culture, driving innovation, and aligning operational improvements with long-term business goals.

Through a combination of real-world case studies, proven frameworks, and leadership development strategies, participants will learn how to embed operational excellence at every level of the organization, ensuring measurable and lasting results.

This Operational Excellence for Leaders training course will explore:

  • Leadership strategies to drive operational transformation
  • Aligning operations with strategic objectives for competitive advantage
  • The role of culture and employee engagement in sustaining excellence
  • Tools and methodologies for lean thinking and waste elimination
  • How to lead effectively in dynamic business environments

COURSE DETAILS

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OBJECTIVES

By the end of this Operational Excellence for Leaders training course, participants will be able to:

  • Develop and execute operational strategies that align with corporate goals
  • Use lean methodologies to identify inefficiencies and implement improvements
  • Lead cultural change to support operational excellence initiatives
  • Enhance employee engagement and accountability for continuous improvement
  • Prioritize and manage projects that deliver tangible performance gains
  • Monitor, measure, and refine operational practices for sustainable results
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TRAINING METHODOLOGY

This Operational Excellence for Leaders training course is based on a combination of (a) coach led training, (b) practical application of techniques through individual and group activities, and (c) discussion and reflection of delegates’ real-life experiences. The training course manual provides a guide to all tools, techniques, and methodologies covered for future reference.

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ORGANISATIONAL IMPACT

Organizations that invest in this training course will benefit from:

  • Stronger alignment between strategic priorities and operational execution
  • Increased efficiency, cost savings, and service quality across departments
  • Development of a high-performance culture that embraces innovation and agility
  • Enhanced capability to manage complex change and maintain business continuity
  • A competitive edge in delivering consistent value to customers and stakeholders
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PERSONAL IMPACT

Participants will gain:

  • Strategic thinking skills tailored to operational leadership
  • A comprehensive understanding of lean and continuous improvement tools
  • Confidence to lead cross-functional teams through complex change
  • The ability to communicate and cascade operational excellence principles
  • A stronger leadership presence and influence across the organization
  • Practical experience in applying improvement techniques to real business issues
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This is appropriate for everyone in the organisation but may be of special interest to anyone charged with driving the improvement of operating performance.

This KC Academy Operational Excellence for Leaders training course will benefit personnel in the executive roles in all types of organisations. It will particularly benefit:

  • C-level Personnel
  • Departmental Heads
  • Managers
  • Team Leaders
  • Operations Personnel

DAILY AGENDA

Day 1: The Business Case for Operational Excellence (Op Ex)
  • The discipline of market leaders
  • Overview of Op Ex - Framework, Principles, and Benefits
  • Strategy alignment and execution tools - McKinsey’s 7S, Balanced Scorecard, and Strategy Map
  • The linkage between Strategy & Operations Management
  • The dynamics of an organization’s “Golden Triangle” – People, Process, and Systems
  • Roles of Op Ex in Good Corporate Governance
  • Integrated Management Systems – Quality, Environmental, and Safety & Health
Day 2: The Project-based Approach to Achieving Strategic Operational Objectives
  • Overview of Project-based Management
  • Project pipeline development and prioritisation
  • Project Management fundamentals - Lifecycle, Constraints, Tools, and Deliverables
  • Evaluating a project’s business case proposal
  • Key competencies for project managers
Day 3: Practices & Methodologies for Operational Excellence
  • Continuous improvement (C.I.) – Philosophy, Action Plan, and PDCA cycle
  • The Nine Tough Questions on C.I.
  • Applying a problem-solving model - A3, 8D, and DMAIC
  • Key analytical and creative thinking tools
  • Analysing business processes
  • Key tools for process modelling and analysis
  • Theory of Constraints (TOC)
Day 4: Lean Organization Practices
  • The history of lean movement
  • Lean management - 4P framework and 14 principles
  • Finding & eliminating wastes
  • Visual management & controls – 5S, Kanban, Andon, and Standard Work
  • Costs of Quality (COQ) - Types, Benefits, and Measures
  • Case Study: Op Ex in Manufacturing, Service, or process-based organizations
Day 5: Leading Cultural Change for Operational Excellence
  • Leadership in Operational Excellence
  • Understanding the Cultural Web
  • Elements of Corporate Culture Analysis
  • Applying a model for organizational change
  • Building high-performing teams (HPTs)
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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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