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    Course Highlights

    Eligibility Criteria

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    Certification Cost

    Who Can Take

    What Is the Change Management Foundation and Practitioner Certification?

    Your Route to Certified Change Leadership

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    What's Included in Your Change Management Foundation and Practitioner Training

    • Accredited Digital courseware

    • Live instructor-led training: 3-day Foundation (24 hours) + 2-day Practitioner (16 hours) — 40 hours total, at 8 hours per day

    • Full-length mock exams for both Foundation and Practitioner

    • Guided open-book technique coaching for the Practitioner paper

    • Scenario-based exercises and knowledge checks

    • Exam-focused guidance for first-attempt readiness on both papers

    • 40 PDUs on completion of the training (24 Foundation + 16 Practitioner)

    • Retake the training within 2 months at no additional cost

    • Recordings of all training sessions.

    Key Highlights

    of the Change Management Foundation and Practitioner Training Course

    Change Management Foundation and Practitioner Eligibility in Shanghai

    Do You Qualify for the Change Management F&P Exam?

    Why This Dual Credential Pays Off

    For Change Professionals in Shanghai

    Change Management F&P Exam Format in Shanghai

    What to expect on exam day

    The Change Management Foundation and Practitioner exams in Shanghai assess your understanding of change management principles and your ability to apply them in real-world organisational environments. The Foundation exam focuses on core concepts, terminology, and frameworks through multiple-choice questions, while the Practitioner exam evaluates your ability to analyse scenarios and apply change management techniques to practical business situations. Understanding the structure, duration, and passing requirements of both exams helps candidates prepare effectively and approach certification with confidence.

    Change Management F&P Certification Cost in Shanghai

    Who Should Take Change Management F&P Certification Training in Shanghai?

    • Change Leaders

    • Change Project Managers

    • Transformation Managers

    • Business Change Managers

    • Operational Line Managers

    • Project Team Members

    • HR Representatives

    • Business Managers

    • Project and Program Managers

    What This Credential Opens in Shanghai

    Roles, Demand and Earning Power

    Change management has become a distinct, employer-valued discipline across Shanghai, driven by digital transformation, multinational restructuring and smart-manufacturing programmes. As consulting, financial services, automotive and technology employers scale change initiatives, certified practitioners who can lead the people side are increasingly sought after. Demand spans HR business partners, change managers, OD managers and transformation leads, and here is what the market is telling us right now.

    Why Shanghai Employers Need Certified Change Leaders

    Change management is now a core capability, not a nice-to-have. Join professionals in Shanghai who lead the people side of transformation and make change stick. Start your certification journey today.

    Your Shanghai Change Career Transformation

    Your Change Career, Before and After Certification

    The Shift This Credential Delivers

    Shanghai's transformation market is expanding with digital, regulatory and manufacturing change, and employers increasingly separate certified change leaders from the rest. Here is which side of that line you want to be on.

    Sources: SalaryExpert, Morgan McKinley, Michael Page (Shanghai) 2026.

    How to Get Change Management F&P Certified in Shanghai

    Step-by-Step Certification Process

    Embark on the road to Change Management certification exam success in Shanghai. The certification path is a structured two-exam track: complete the 5-day Invensis Learning training, sit the Foundation exam (50 MCQ / 40 min / 50% pass / closed book), then the Practitioner exam (5 scenario-based sections of 16 marks / 2.5 hours / 50% pass / objective testing). On passing both, you earn the Change Management Foundation and Practitioner credentials.

    Module 2: Team Change

    • Understanding the Nature of theme models
    • Identify leadership issues in Change
    • Learning how to improve team effectiveness. Also, how individuals affect team dynamics
    • Learn Tuckman's model of team change and the development changes teams go through

    Module 3: Organisational Change

    • Understanding the various organisational metaphors, like Flux and Transformation organisational metaphor
    • Learn the eight-step model for transforming your organisation
    • Identify the three phases in transition management and distinguish between a planned and transitional change
    • Understand the process involved when managing Change

    Module 4: Leading Change

    • What is the leader's role in the key organisational metaphors
    • Learn the role of a leader in Change Management
    • Identify the leadership focus for the various phases of Change
    • Learn the Goleman leadership skills and practices

    Module 1: Individual Change

    • The defining features of models which describe how people learn:
    • The learning process and the learning dip; the Gestalt terms 'foreground' and 'background'; the sequence of the learning process (conscious/unconscious incompetence to unconscious competence)
    • The stages and sequence of the 'learning cycle' (Kolb) and the related learning styles
    • The perspectives associated with the cognitive approach to change
    • Achieving results and setting goals; the 'well-formed outcome'; the sequence which connects self-concept to results
    • Techniques for changing beliefs and performance
    • The perspectives associated with the psychodynamic approach to change
    • The sequences and terms used in theories using the idea of a 'change curve' (Kubler-Ross; Adams, Hayes and Hopson
    • The sequences and terms used in the Virginia Satir model and critical points in the change process (Satir; Weinberg)
    • The perspectives associated with the humanistic psychology approach to change
    • The levels and terms used in the hierarchy of needs (Maslow)
    • The three 'crucial conditions' to bring about growth and development with individuals within organisations and process of change (Rogers and the path to personal growth)
    • The Gestalt approach to individual and organisational change; the terms used and sequence of the Gestalt cycle (Perls; Nevis)
    • The individual personality 'preferences' identified by the MBTITM and the responses of four types of individuals to change (Myers and Briggs)
    • The factors that influence how to manage change in self and others
    • Propensity for change - five factors (Cameron and Green)
    • The stages and terms used in the transformative change model and factors causing resistance to change (Schein)
    • How managers and change agents can help others to change
    • The theories and models about the nature of teams
    • What is a group and when is it a team? (Various)
    • Why we need teams and the relationship between uncertainty and teamwork (Casey) 3. Types of organisational teams (Cameron and Green)
    • How to Improve Team Effectiveness. The five elements that contribute to the level of a team's effectiveness or ineffectiveness (Glaser and Glaser)
    • Tuckman's model of team change and the stages of development that teams go through
    • Leadership Issues in Team Change. The phases that groups go through and the challenges for leaders (Bion and Turquet) (see Appendix A, Note 1)
    • How individuals affect team dynamics
    • MBTI and Teams
    • Similarity and difference between individuals within teams (McCaulley) 3. Team types (Belbin)

    Module 2: Team Change

    • The elements of theories and models about how individuals affect team dynamics
    • How team members with different MBTI react to one another in teams and their attitudes to change
    • The advantages and disadvantages of similarity and difference between individuals within teams (McCaulley)
    • The contributions and allowable weaknesses of people playing different team roles (Belbin)
    • How team effectiveness can be improved during change using: Glaser and Glaser's five elements (defined in 0202); Tuckman's model of team change (defined in 0203); Bion and Turquet's leadership issues (defined in 0204); the John Adair model; the team leader's role and behaviours; facilitation; and action learning.
    • How different types of teams and different individuals within teams affect the way teams react to change (as identified in 0201 and 0205)

    Module 3: Organisational Change

    • The key beliefs and assumptions associated with the Machine organisational metaphor (Morgan)
    • The key beliefs and assumptions associated with the Political Systems organisational metaphor (Morgan)
    • The key beliefs and assumptions associated with the Organisms organisational metaphor (Morgan)
    • The key beliefs and assumptions associated with the Flux and Transformation organisational metaphor (Morgan)
    • The underlying principles behind understanding the driving forces and resisting forces in any situation if change is to happen:
    • Force Field Analysis, examining the driving and resisting forces (Lewin)
    • Three-step model of organisational change (Lewin)
    • The factors in the change formula (Beckhard and Harris)
    • The four phases of planned change that draws on the disciplines of project management (Bullock and Batten)
    • The Eight Step Model for transforming your organisation (Kotter) (Note: Fig.3.3 on P127 is not examined)
    • The four components in the congruence model that draws on the socio-technical view of organisations and addresses the dynamics of what happens in an organisation when we try to change it. (Nadler and Tushman)
    • The three phases in managing transition and the distinction between planned change and transition (Bridges)
    • The "principles of environmental systems" for how organisations operate and its relevance to sustaining and renewing organisational change (Senge et al)

    Module 4: Leading Change

    • The leader's role linked to each of the four key organisational metaphors
    • The description of visionary leadership including
    • The characteristics of visionary leaders (Bennis)
    • What leaders really do (Kotter)
    • The characteristics of other theories on leadership approaches
    • Transformational and transactional leadership (Bass; Bryman)
    • Story telling leadership (Gardner)
    • Adaptive leadership (Heifitz and Laurie)
    • Connective leadership (Lipman-Blumen) (Note: Leadership for the 21st century and Table 4.3 are not examined)
    • The characteristics of other theories on leadership approaches
    • Transformational and transactional leadership (Bass; Bryman)
    • Story telling leadership (Gardner)
    • Adaptive leadership (Heifitz and Laurie) 4. Connective leadership (Lipman-Blumen) (Note: Leadership for the 21st century and Table 4.3 are not examined)
    • The leadership styles and skills (Goleman)
    • Leadership styles that get results
    • Emotional competencies for leaders
    • The different leadership focus for different phases of change:
    • Kotter's recommended actions for the first four change steps in leading change
    • Learning how to persevere (Kanter)
    • Leading people through transition (Bridges) (Note: Inner and outer leadership, Table 4.6, P185-6 not examined at Foundation level)
    • The importance of self-knowledge and inner resources:
    • The role of self-knowledge (Bennis)
    • Characteristics of principle-centered leaders (Covey)
    • Covey's seven habits (Note: Erikson, Table 4.8 is not examined)

    Course Curriculum

    of the Change Management Foundation and Practitioner Certification Training

    The Change Management F&P curriculum follows the official Change Management Body of Knowledge (CMBoK) and covers Individual, Team, Organisational, and Leading Change at both Foundation and Practitioner depth.

    Change Management Foundation Course Curriculum

    Change Management Practitioner Course Curriculum

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    The Change Management Skills You Will Build

    Applied Across Every Change You Lead

    This programme builds change management knowledge, applied judgement and exam readiness across the five syllabus areas. By the end, you can lead the people side of change and apply proven models to real organisational scenarios.

    Guide Individuals Through Change

    Apply individual change models such as ADKAR and Bridges' Transition Model to understand how people experience change, diagnose where transition stalls, and design targeted support that reduces resistance and builds commitment.

    Apply Organisational Change Models

    Select and use Lewin's Three-Step Model, Kotter's 8-Step Model and McKinsey 7-S for real scenarios, and diagnose organisational culture and readiness as enablers or barriers to change.

    Engage Stakeholders and Communicate Change

    Map stakeholders with power and interest tools, build engagement strategies, and design change communication plans that use influence and dialogue rather than broadcast to move people through change.

    Plan and Deliver Change Interventions

    Run change impact assessments, build a complete change management plan covering communication, training, resistance management and benefits, and embed change so it sustains after go-live.

    Lead with Emotional Intelligence and Ethics

    Use Goleman's emotional intelligence domains, coaching and facilitation skills, and reflective practice to build trust, manage conflict and act ethically under pressure as a change professional.

    Pass Both Certification Exams with Confidence

    Prepare for the closed-book Foundation exam and the open-book, scenario-based Practitioner exam with mock questions, exam technique and efficient navigation of the Practitioner Guide.

    Change Management F&P Training Options

    for Professionals and Teams

    We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer classroom learning, live online sessions, team-based learning, or personalized coaching, choose the option that best supports your Change Management Foundation & Practitioner learning journey.

    Change Management Classroom Training

    • Instructor-led classroom sessions

    • Interactive discussions and group activities

    • Real-world examples and practical exercises

    • Structured learning with fixed schedules

    • Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration

    • Practice assessments and knowledge checks

    • Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification

    • Immediate trainer feedback and support

    Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This Classroom Change Management F&P training format combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and practical exercises to create an engaging learning experience.

    Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.

    Change Management Corporate Group Training

    • Customised training aligned to organisational goals

    • Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended

    • Scheduling tailored to business availability

    • Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions

    • Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable

    • Dedicated coordination and administrative support

    • Consistent learning experiences across teams

    • Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

    Designed for organisations that want to build change leadership capabilities, improve transformation outcomes, and support workforce development through structured learning initiatives. This format is ideal for Change Management F&P training for companies in Shanghai seeking to equip teams with practical change management skills.

    Best For: Organisations looking to upskill employees, address capability gaps, and deliver consistent training across teams.

    Change Management Focused 1-to-1 Training

    • One-to-one instructor attention

    • Customised learning plans and objectives

    • Flexible scheduling based on availability

    • Personalized feedback and coaching

    • Additional focus on challenging topics

    • Targeted practice and revision support

    • Faster clarification of questions and concepts

    • Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

    Receive personalized instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning requirements through dedicated sessions with an expert trainer. This format provides Change Management F&P coaching for professionals seeking individualized support with certification preparation, stakeholder engagement strategies, and organisational change initiatives.

    Best For: Professionals seeking personalized guidance, accelerated learning, or focused support to achieve specific outcomes.

    Change Management Live Virtual Training

    Change Management Live Virtual Training

    Live online instructor-led sessions

    Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    Practice assessments and revision support

    Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    Access from any location with internet connectivity

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    CNY 9970

    Please Note: Attend fully interactive online sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences. This Virtual Change Management F&P training option provides flexibility while maintaining direct engagement with experienced trainers.

    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

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    Why Choose Invensis Learning

    For Change Management Certification Training in Shanghai?

    As a trusted change management training company in Shanghai, Invensis Learning delivers structured Change Management Foundation and Practitioner training for individuals and organisations that want to lead change with confidence. Our programmes combine experienced change-qualified instructors, flexible delivery formats, organised courseware aligned to the CMBoK, and learner-focused support. Whether you enrol as an individual or plan corporate training for your team, Invensis Learning provides a professional experience built around practical understanding, real-world application and exam readiness, backed by ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certified processes.

    • Experienced, change-qualified trainers with real transformation exposure
    • Flexible formats: live virtual, classroom, onsite and focused 1-to-1 training
    • Complete route through both Foundation and Practitioner levels in 40 hours
    • Industry-driven case studies on change models and stakeholder engagement
    • Foundation and Practitioner mock exams and practice questions included
    • Guidance to prepare for both exams with confidence on the first attempt
    • Dedicated learner support before, during and after training
    • Scalable corporate delivery for teams across Shanghai and wider China

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    Change Management Foundation and Practitioner Training Locations in Shanghai

    Instructor-led in-person Classroom training is available for group batches. All other public cohorts are delivered as Instructor-led Live Virtual. See available cohorts

    Change Management Foundation and Practitioner Training Location in Shanghai

    The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Shanghai

    Change Management Foundation and Practitioner Training Location in Shanghai

    Hyatt Shanghai on the Bund, 199, Huangpu Road, Triangle Area, North Bund Street, Hongkou District, Shanghai, 200080, China

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    • Customised schedules aligned to your organisation's availability
    • Flexible delivery through onsite, live virtual or hybrid formats
    • Change-qualified trainers with practical transformation experience
    • Role-based and industry-relevant case studies for real application
    • Dedicated coordination and learner support for group programmes
    • Scalable delivery for teams across Shanghai and global locations

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    It is a globally recognised, two-level qualification that validates your ability to manage the people and culture side of organisational change. Foundation confirms your knowledge of change concepts and models, while Practitioner confirms your ability to apply them to real change scenarios.

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