Program Objectives
This training program is open to anyone interested in expanding their professional skills. The practical examples and exercises are chosen so they map well to the daily work of Product Owners; participation is expressly open to everyone, regardless of current professional role. The course teaches methods, tools, and content that can be applied in many different work contexts.
The following typical tasks from the daily work of Product Owners serve as worked examples in the exercises; they can be adapted to other fields of activity during the course:
- Backlog refinement
- Discovery workshops
- Roadmap updates
- Stakeholder demos
- Sprint reviews
The program is structured into two main components:
- Objectives and Key Results (OKR)*
This course provides comprehensive knowledge on Objectives and Key Results (OKR) and their application in increasing corporate performance and agility. The curriculum covers:
- The rationale and mindset for leadership in a VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) world.
- Fundamental principles and theory of OKRs.
- The OKR cycle, including strategic clarity through building a strategy pyramid.
- Creating a conducive culture and psychological safety.
- Setting effective Objectives (qualitative goals) and Key Results (measurable metrics).
- Implementation models for introducing OKRs.
- Engineering Key Results to measure impact.
- Achieving organizational alignment through the OKR framework.
- Translating strategy into action with initiatives and roadmaps.
- Practical exercises for hands-on application.
- Living OKRs through regular check-ins.
- Utilizing CFRs (Conversations, Feedback, Recognition) and coaching to focus on individuals.
- Institutionalizing learning through reviews and retrospectives.
- Shaping transformation and managing rollout for mastery.
- Job Coaching - Applicant Training*
This course is designed to equip participants with the professional, social, and methodological skills required for successful labor market entry or re-entry. Key areas include:
- Introduction to applicant training.
- Self-reflection for recognizing strengths and potential.
- Defining professional goals.
- Market research and analysis.
- Creating professional application documents.
- Managing online presence and application portals.
- Introduction to networking strategies.
- Mastering job interviews, including body language and presentation.
- Strategies for handling rejections and setbacks.
- Time and self-management techniques.
- Exploring further education and qualification opportunities.
- Preparation for assessment centers.
- Conducting salary negotiations.
- Overcoming barriers, including self-doubt and stress management.
- Understanding basic labor law principles.
- Strategies for successful career entry.
- Self-marketing and persuasive self-presentation.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Understand and apply the OKR framework for strategic goal setting and performance management.
- Develop qualitative Objectives and quantitative Key Results.
- Implement OKR cycles within an organizational context.
- Analyze individual strengths and career aspirations.
- Create effective application documents and manage online professional profiles.
- Prepare for and perform well in job interviews and assessment centers.
- Develop strategies for career advancement and salary negotiation.
- Enhance personal effectiveness through time management and stress reduction techniques.
Career Prospects
The "Objectives and Key Results (OKR)" course is relevant for roles in project management, strategic planning, and leadership positions seeking to improve organizational agility and performance. The "Job Coaching - Applicant Training" course prepares individuals for successful entry or re-entry into various sectors of the job market, enhancing employability across diverse professional fields. The combined program offers a pathway to improved individual career prospects and enhanced organizational effectiveness.