Course Capstone Assessment: Strategy for Transformative Change

Based on the lessons and concepts covered about Leading Change, the objective of this assignment is for the learner to design a strategy for implementing a significant change within their church or organization.

Instructions

1. Compile your strategy into a comprehensive document. Ensure it is clearly structured, and each section corresponds to the instructions given below.
• Define the Need for Change:
• Identify an area or process within your church or organization that you think requires transformation or improvement. This assignment can be hypothetical if that would be most beneficial or appropriate.
• Justify the necessity of this change using real data or observed challenges.
• Align with Organizational Vision: Indicate how your proposed change aligns with the overarching vision and objectives of your church or organization.
• Framework for Delegation: Break down your strategy into specific tasks or stages that might be delegated. Make sure each task is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound.
• Stakeholder Interviews: If appropriate, interview 2-3 key stakeholders in your organization about their views on the change. This could include their perceived challenges, benefits, or suggestions. Incorporate their feedback into your strategy.
• Strategize:
• Sense of Urgency: Describe how you will cultivate a sense of urgency around the need for this change.
• Empowering Broad-Based Action: Detail how you will ensure that everyone feels empowered to act on the change.
• Creating a Vision: Illustrate the vision for post-change. How will things look differently?
• Communicating the Vision: Outline a plan for how you will communicate this vision throughout the organization.
• Resource Planning: Enumerate the tangible and intangible resources required to successfully carry out this change. This includes tools, technology, funds, training, information, or mentorship.
• Defining Boundaries and Expectations: Clearly outline the boundaries within which stakeholders should operate and the expectations set for them. This ensures alignment with organizational standards and values.
• Consequences and Accountability:
• Discuss the rewards and recognitions for achievements and positive outcomes resulting from the change.
• Detail the accountability mechanisms that will be in place to evaluate progress and outcomes.
• Feedback Mechanism: Establish a feedback loop where stakeholders can provide updates, raise concerns, or seek clarifications.
• Reflect and Iterate: Describe how you will periodically review and assess the progress of the change. How will you incorporate learnings and feedback into further iterations of your strategy?
2. Include any charts, graphs, or visual aids that might help elucidate your points.
3. Submit your completed strategy materials using the option below.