Xcademia
PathwaysCyber WarfareNewX-Ray
For Teams
Xcademia

We transfer skills that empower learners to grow, perform and lead. From Learner to Leader. Skills that deliver.

Xcademia Ltd. Company No. 12322710|UKPRN: 10101097

Cyber Essentials
Disability Confident Committed employerDisability Confident

Explore

  • Courses
  • For Teams
  • Pathways
  • About

Legal

  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy

Global Presence

  • Head OfficeLondon
  • Research CentreCambridge
  • Regional OfficeDubai
  • Growth RegionsUnited StatesAustralia & Asia

Get in touch

  • Email: info@xcademia.com
  • Phone: +44 20 8050 4999
  • Head Office60 Tottenham Court Road, London, W1T 2EW
  • Research Centre184 Cambridge Science Park Rd, Milton Rd, Milton, Cambridge, CB4 0GA

© 2026 Xcademia Ltd. All rights reserved.

Xcademia
PathwaysCyber WarfareNewX-Ray
For Teams
BLM-0128PractitionerCurrent Intake

Communicating Through Change

2-Day Instructor-Led Programme

Communicate change with clarity, confidence, and credibility. This practical one-day programme equips leaders to engage stakeholders, manage resistance, and deliver change messages that build trust and support successful transformation.

Duration

2 Days

Price

$1,095

Communicating Through Change
Duration
2 Days
Complete in 2 days
Learning Style
Mentor-led, practical and scenario-based
Guided walkthroughs, real-world examples, and applied skills for the workplace.

Course Overview

Communicating Through Change is a focused one-day instructor-led programme for change managers, project leads, transformation directors, and HR business partners who need to communicate complex, uncertain, or unwelcome change to employees and stakeholders. The course provides practical frameworks for building a change narrative, sequencing stakeholder messages, designing the manager cascade, facilitating town halls, and managing resistance in one-to-one conversations. All content is aligned with recognised change management practices and is immediately applicable to live transformation programmes.

Hands-On Learning

Develop practical change communication skills through stakeholder mapping exercises, change narrative workshops, town hall planning, resistance role-plays, and communication planning activities based on real or simulated transformation scenarios.

Mentor-Led Sessions

Learn from experienced change communication practitioners who provide expert guidance, personalised feedback, and practical coaching to help participants communicate organisational change with confidence and empathy.

Career-Ready Skills

Build the capability to create effective change communication strategies, engage stakeholders, facilitate difficult conversations, manage uncertainty, and lead communication efforts that support successful organisational transformation.

Learning Outcomes

Design a structured change communication plan that sequences messages appropriately for different stakeholder groups and channels

Construct a compelling change narrative that addresses the emotional and practical concerns of affected employees and stakeholders

Plan and facilitate effective change communication events including town halls, manager cascade briefings, and team conversations

Manage resistance and difficult questions in one-to-one and group settings with composure and respect

Communicate uncertainty and unwelcome news in a way that maintains trust while protecting operational confidentiality

Evaluate the effectiveness of change communication activity and adjust the approach based on stakeholder feedback signals

Prerequisites

1

No formal change management qualification is required, making the course suitable for professionals involved in leading or supporting organisational change.

2

Experience working in project management, leadership, HR, communications, or transformation environments is recommended.

3

Participants should be prepared to actively engage in practical workshops, role-play scenarios, and collaborative discussions throughout the programme.

Detailed Syllabus

Step-by-step learning journey from basics to professional practice

Topics Covered

  • The most common change communication errors and the organisational costs they create
  • Understanding what employees and stakeholders actually need during periods of change
  • The emotional arc of change and its direct impact on message reception and retention
  • Stakeholder mapping: who needs what information, when, and through which channel

Skills You'll Gain

Master these in-demand skills through hands-on practice

Change communication planningChange narrative developmentManager cascade designUncertainty communicationWritten change communicationCommunication measurementStakeholder mappingTown hall facilitationResistance managementDifficult news deliveryEmployee engagement during changeFeedback and listening strategy

Career Progression

A clear view of the roles this programme supports, what typically comes next, and where learners progress over time

Change ManagerTransformation ManagerProgramme ManagerProject ManagerHR Business PartnerInternal Communications ManagerOrganisational Development ConsultantBusiness Change LeadTransformation DirectorHead of Change
Flexible Delivery Options

Ways to Learn

Choose the learning format that works best for you and your team

Book Now

Live Online

Instructor-Led Training

Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.

2 Days
Small cohorts
  • Live instructor interaction (real-time)
  • Trainer-led walkthroughs and real examples
  • Guided resources and session notes provided
  • Structured Q&A and practical discussion

Price per person

$1,095+ VAT

Group enrolments and early planning options available.

All prices are exclusive of VAT where applicable. Group enrolments and custom packages available on request.

Premium Training Option

Prefer a Faster, Personalised Route into IT?

Not everyone learns best in a group. If you want focused guidance, faster clarity, and confidence you can use on the job, our 1-to-1 Fast-Track Training gives you private, mentor-led support tailored to your experience and goals.

Personalised Communicating Through Change learning plan
Tailored to your pace and goals
Live 1-to-1 sessions
With an experienced mentor
Real-world troubleshooting
Practice, not just exam theory
Flexible scheduling
To fit around work, study, or family

"Many learners choose 1-to-1 when they want understanding, not memorisation."

Explore 1-to-1 Fast-Track Training

Exam & Certification Information

Everything you need to know about the certification exams

Awarding Organisation
Xcademia
Credential Awarded
Certificate Of Completion

Important Information

You will receive an Xcademia certificate of completion based on participation and successful completion of labs and scenario simulations.

Credential

Certificate of Completion

On successful completion of Communicating Through Change, learners receive an Xcademia Certificate of Completion. This standalone certificate is issued directly by Xcademia and is aligned with globally recognised frameworks and best practices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this course

The communication principles in the course are compatible with the major change frameworks including Prosci ADKAR, Kotter 8-Step, and the CIPD change model. The programme does not teach a specific framework but uses communication components from recognised approaches. Participants with existing change management qualifications will find the content directly complementary.

Share:

Ready to Start Your Learning Journey?

Take the next step in your professional development

Digital certificate upon completion
Comprehensive course materials
Expert instructor support
Flexible learning options
Xcademia

We transfer skills that empower learners to grow, perform and lead. From Learner to Leader. Skills that deliver.

Xcademia Ltd. Company No. 12322710|UKPRN: 10101097

Cyber Essentials
Disability Confident Committed employerDisability Confident

Explore

  • Courses
  • For Teams
  • Pathways
  • About

Legal

  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy

Global Presence

  • Head OfficeLondon
  • Research CentreCambridge
  • Regional OfficeDubai
  • Growth RegionsUnited StatesAustralia & Asia

Get in touch

  • Email: info@xcademia.com
  • Phone: +44 20 8050 4999
  • Head Office60 Tottenham Court Road, London, W1T 2EW
  • Research Centre184 Cambridge Science Park Rd, Milton Rd, Milton, Cambridge, CB4 0GA

© 2026 Xcademia Ltd. All rights reserved.