Change Management Foundation Course

APMG Change Management Foundation is an instructor-led training course designed for professionals who need to understand, support, and contribute to organisational change initiatives. Based on the APMG International Change Management certification framework and developed in partnership with the Change Management Institute, the course provides a structured introduction to the principles, models, and practices used to manage the people side of change. Aligned with the latest Change Management Foundation syllabus, the training helps participants understand how individuals, teams, and organisations experience change and how successful change initiatives can be planned, communicated, and sustained.

Organisations across all industries face ongoing transformation driven by technology, customer expectations, regulatory requirements, business growth, and evolving operating models. Successfully implementing change requires more than new processes or systems; it also requires people to understand, adopt, and embrace new ways of working. This course introduces the foundational concepts of change management and provides practical techniques for supporting organisational transitions effectively.

Participants explore the organisational context of change and the factors that influence successful transformation initiatives. The course examines how external and internal drivers create the need for change, how organisations respond to disruption, and the importance of aligning change strategies with business objectives. Through practical discussions and real-world examples, learners gain insight into how change initiatives can deliver lasting value when managed effectively.

A major focus of the training is understanding how people respond to change. Participants learn about individual and organisational change models, behavioural responses, resistance management, motivation factors, and approaches for supporting people through periods of uncertainty and transition. These concepts help change practitioners anticipate challenges and create strategies that encourage engagement and adoption.

The course also explores change leadership and team dynamics. Learners gain an understanding of the roles leaders, managers, sponsors, and change professionals play in delivering successful change outcomes. The training examines how leadership behaviours influence organisational culture, employee engagement, and the overall effectiveness of transformation initiatives.

Stakeholder engagement and communication are key components of the curriculum. Participants learn how to identify stakeholders, assess stakeholder impact, develop communication strategies, manage expectations, and build support for change initiatives. Practical techniques are introduced to help organisations improve engagement, reduce resistance, and create stronger alignment between business objectives and employee experiences.

Participants are introduced to the responsibilities and activities of the change manager throughout the change lifecycle. Topics include change planning, readiness assessment, impact analysis, adoption planning, communication management, training considerations, and benefits realisation. These skills help organisations move from planning to implementation while maintaining focus on sustainable outcomes.

The training also covers organisational culture, change readiness, governance considerations, and methods for evaluating the effectiveness of change initiatives. Learners gain practical knowledge that can be applied across digital transformation programs, organisational restructures, technology implementations, process improvements, culture change initiatives, and business transformation projects.

Through interactive discussions, practical exercises, case studies, and scenario-based learning, participants develop a strong understanding of recognised change management principles and gain the confidence to contribute effectively to organisational change initiatives. The course balances certification preparation with practical workplace application, helping learners build valuable skills for supporting change across a range of industries and organisational settings.

Aligned with the APMG International Change Management Foundation syllabus and the Change Management Institute Body of Knowledge, this course provides strong preparation for certification while developing practical capabilities that can be applied immediately in business change environments.

This course is ideal for Change Managers, Business Analysts, Project Managers, Programme Managers, Team Leaders, HR Professionals, Consultants, Transformation Professionals, Service Managers, and anyone involved in planning, implementing, or supporting organisational change initiatives. Training is available across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, and Canberra, as well as through live online delivery throughout Australia. A Certificate of Attendance is included upon completion.