By the end of this course, learners will be able to evaluate organizational structures, design efficient workflows, manage change effectively, and foster a positive organizational culture that drives employee engagement. Learners will develop practical strategies to improve communication, decision-making, and productivity while navigating real-world organizational challenges.

Organizational Design

Organizational Design
This course is part of Business Leadership Essentials: HR, Org Design & Negotiation Specialization

Instructor: DeQuindre Spencer, D.B.A., SPHR
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
Recommended experience
8 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
How to evaluate organizational structures to improve communication, decision-making, and overall performance.
How to design and optimize workflows by identifying bottlenecks and improving efficiency and productivity.
How to manage change and build a positive culture that increases employee engagement and satisfaction.
Skills you'll gain
- Organizational Change
- Organizational Structure
- Communication Strategies
- Business Operations
- Workflow Management
- Organizational Effectiveness
- Organizational Development
- Decision Making
- Productivity
- Process Design
- Drive Engagement
- Operational Excellence
- Business Process Improvement
- Workforce Management
- Business Workflow Analysis
- Business Management
- Employee Engagement
- Performance Improvement
- Culture Transformation
- Strategic Thinking
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January 2026
Assessments
8 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Business Leadership Essentials: HR, Org Design & Negotiation Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
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