Course Description
The Certified Organizational Professional (COP) certification equips participants from various educational and professional disciplines with practical insights into the inner workings of real-world organizations, whether government, for profit, or not-for-profit organizations. Attendees will master governance and strategic management principles, leadership skills, and an understanding of various business functions.
This certification emphasizes hands-on application with practical examples, fostering proficiency in communication, soft skills, and innovative business models. Participants will graduate with the understanding on how the various business environments operate with a continuous learning mindset, ensuring they are well-prepared for the dynamic challenges of organizational leadership and management.
Who Should Attend
Professionals of any discipline (business or non-business including healthcare, engineering, charitable organizations, etc.) who aspire to play a management or board role and who are looking for pragmatic real-life experiences in an organizational environment.
Learning Outcomes
- Understanding the various types of organizations and their purpose.
- Gaining insights into the structure and governance of organizations.
- Acquiring knowledge about the key components of executive management and their roles.
- Mastering the factors influencing decision-making processes.
- Developing practical knowledge regarding the role of technology and innovation in driving organizational change.
- Defining and measuring success within the context of diverse organizations.
NASBA Sponsor
Governance Dynamics is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website:
www.NASBARegistry.org.
Additional Information
Registration and Attendance Requirements: Click the “Buy Now” button in the training calendar to register for the Certified Organizational Professional (COP) Certification Program. In order to be awarded the full credits, you must respond to at least three polling or live questions every 50 minutes.
- Instructional Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
- Field of Study: Business Management and Organization
- Program Level: Intermediate
- Prerequisites: None
- Advanced Preparation: None
For more information regarding refund, complaint, and program cancellation policies, please contact the training department at
[email protected].
Course Outline
1. Introduction to Organizational Dynamics
- Types of Organizations
- Mission, Vision, and Purpose
- Incorporation
2. Structural Elements
- Organizational Structure and Dynamics
- Board of Directors (or Equivalent)
- CEO and the Executive Leadership
- Interaction Between the Board and the CEO
- Delegation of Authority
- Governance, Risk, and Compliance
- Assurance
3. Strategic Framework
- Strategy, Business Plan, Budgets, and KPIs
- Organization Chart and Reporting Lines
- The Various Business Models
- Departmental Functions
- Job Descriptions
- Decision-Making Processes
- Sustainability
- Digital Transformation, AI, and Technology Integration
4. Leadership and Management
- Leadership and Management Skills
- Communication Flow
- Project Management
- Change Management
- Continuous Strategic Learning
5. Measuring Success and Continuous Improvement
- Defining and Measuring Success
- Frequency of Measurement
- Identifying Gaps and Setting
- Action Plan for Continuous Improvement
Areas of Expertise
- Governance
- Financial and Non-Financial Risk Management
- Compliance
- Internal Audit and IT
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Credentials
Our instructors are seasoned, knowledgeable practitioners who use their industry experience along with value-added real-life examples to effectively deliver state-of-the-art training programs.
