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In UCD we are building a change capability that enables a change ready and responsive culture. Change management involves supporting people during transitions, whether these are new technologies, processes, or organisational structures. The primary goal is to implement strategies that help people adopt and adapt to the change. This systematic approach places equal value on the people side of change.

The following training courses will equip colleagues with standardised and contextualised information about change management principles, tools, and techniques.

The ability to foster an environment of innovation and change is essential to managing and leading change. People Managers and Senior Leaders can attend the dedicated 90-min RISE Insights Session on Organisational Change. Further information is available on the UCD RISE Leadership & People Programme Management link below.

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for staff who would like to learn about Change Management, but will be particularly useful for those who are working on change initiatives in their Schools / Units or across UCD more broadly.

How long is this course?
The course duration is 3.5 hours.

What topics will be covered?
The workshop will cover the following topics:

This practical workshop will cover the following topics, working through a hypothetical UCD Case Study

  • What is Change Management?
  • How to implement the Prosci Change Management framework in a project (with a focus on the 3-Phase Approach, ADKAR and Change Impact Assessments)
  • Introduction to the UCD Change Management Toolkit.

Booking:

Please note that new dates for this course will be avalailable in the coming months.

In the meantime, you can access the UCD LinkedIn learning portal via your UCD Connect login where you will find a range of eLearning courses related to this topic. 

If you have any further queries on this programme, please contact (opens in a new window)(opens in a new window)peopledevelopment@ucd.ie or call ext 4919.

Who is this course for?

Well-planned and effective change management communication is essential in helping people move from where they are today to the desired “future state.” This half-day course is designed for staff who would like to learn about how to design and implement a communications strategy during times of change.

How long is this course?
The course duration is 3.5 hours.

What topics will be covered?
The workshop will cover the following topics:

  • The strategic importance of effective communication in facilitating successful change initiatives
  • Communication planning and crafting messages
  • Managing resistance to change
  • Two way communication - active listening and building trust.

Booking:

Please note that new dates for this course will be avalailable in the coming months.

In the meantime, you can access the UCD LinkedIn learning portal via your UCD Connect login where you will find a range of eLearning courses related to this topic.

 If you have any further queries on this programme, please contact (opens in a new window)(opens in a new window)peopledevelopment@ucd.ie or call ext 4919.

Who is this course for?

The course is designed to help people reach a better understanding of how they can embrace change proactively, fostering a more adaptable and resilient approach to change.

How long is this course?
The course duration is 3.5 hours.

What topics will be covered?

  • Understanding the emotional stages associated with change and the factors that can influence our response to change.
  • Identifying personal barriers to change and applying strategies to alter our mindsets when faced with change.
  • Utilising effective techniques to support yourself and others through transitions.

Booking:

Please note that new dates for this course will be avalailable in the coming months.

In the meantime, you can access the UCD LinkedIn learning portal via your UCD Connect login where you will find a range of eLearning courses related to this topic.

If you have any further queries on this programme, please contact (opens in a new window)(opens in a new window)peopledevelopment@ucd.ie or call ext 4919.

RISE Leadership and People Management Programme - Update

More than 500 leaders and managers have engaged with the RISE programme since 2022, with over 1300 attendances across the programme's suite of offerings. Our final Core module will be held in January 2026, followed by our final Essentials sessions between February and April. We look forward to launching a new development programme for people managers and leaders later in 2026.

The RISE programme is designed for all Senior Leaders and People Managers across UCD.

This Leadership Programme, originally designed to empower leaders in achieving the goals of our 2020-2024 Strategy, has been modified to align with our ambitious new UCD Strategy to 2030 ‘Breaking Boundaries’. This exciting new phase focuses on cultivating leaders who can effectively address critical global challenges by pushing the boundaries of existing knowledge within our institution..

We commit to combining creatively across disciplines and working with partners to drive impact and excellence in the education and research that we deliver, while ensuring every member of our community is enabled to achieve their full potential.

RISE is delivered by our strategic partners (opens in a new window)Flow Group. The modules are designed to facilitate participants coming together to reflect and plan their individual and collective approaches to navigating an ever-changing and complex landscape, and each session includes personal reflection, action planning, small group conversation, idea generation and discussion.

Booking your place on RISE
To book your place on any of the RISE offerings please visit the dedicated RISE Booking Portal available to People Managers and Senior Leaders.  Please note that the last Core Module will take place in January 2026 with all Essential Modules being completed by April 2026.

Please note only eligible participants will have access to book on the UCD RISE Leadership and People Management Programme.

RISE Programme Overview:

RISE new format for ESS Modules 2024

This high impact programme is designed as a learning journey which consists of a number of modules which must be completed in sequence. Senior Leaders and People Managers will attend the Core Module together to share experiences and work to create common approaches and language.  People Managers will then attend their Essentials modules in sequence (There is only one Essentials Module for Senior Leaders).

RISE Insights
The programme also offers RISE Insights Sessions on HR, Organisational Change, EDI, Finance and Research Finance and DiSC. These optional 90-minute offerings delivered by our UCD colleagues provide specialist advice and guidance. Insights Sessions can be attended at any time once you have completed your Core module.

RISE Peer Connect
These one-hour self-contained sessions allow for the continuation of learning and sharing among our diverse community of people managers and leaders. The purpose of these facilitated sessions is to connect peers in small groups of three, with each person talking through a challenge, idea or insight, sharing experiences and using the group as a confidential sounding board.

The Insights and Peer connect sessions can be attended at any time throughout your RISE journey.

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