LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT IN AN ARCHDIOCESE

A management development programme that addresses different levels and links aspects of attitude, roles and methods.

CUSTOMER

Archdiocese in Western Germany

SERVICES

Management Development
Cultural Development

CULTURAL CHANGE THROUGH LEADERSHIP TRAINING: EFFECTIVE AND SUSTAINABLE

The archdiocese stands for a living faith: it employs almost 3,000 people, and many others volunteer their time and effort. The mission of the church is at the core of its activities, which range from pastoral care and educational institutions to charitable services. In cooperation with more than 280 senior staff members, we engendered an attitude in the organization based on stable leadership skills. The process integrated various perspectives on leadership and made valuable contributions to the development of the diocese.

SERVICES

Co-creative development of the programme with those responsible, based on a preceding analysis of the organization
Integration of the top-level management team to integrate all levels into the process and promote acceptance
Piloting to adapt the design to the specific needs of the target group
Implementation of numerous training courses with a combination of attendance sessions, virtual elements and individual coaching
Programme management to facilitate interaction between the client, participants and event and logistics organizers
Evaluation and continuous development of content, formats, methods and tools

RESULTS

Further development of leadership competence on a broad basis
Change of attitude among managers: more openness, transparency and integration of different perspectives
Conscious perception of the leadership role, even in challenging leadership situations
Increased networking and interdepartmental and interdisciplinary cooperation
Strengthening of cooperation and sharing as well as delegation of responsibility
Improved meeting culture through more efficient and structured approaches
Increased individual flexibility amongst managers

SUCCESS FACTORS

Close cooperation and co-creation with the client in the planning and design of the restructuring
Iterative approach and integration of results from pilot groups
Further development of the training based on interim evaluations and current developments in the diocese
Experienced trainers who bring their expertise to bear and live out the integrative attitude of the training courses