MANAGING THE LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT FUNCTION
Aligning Talent Development with Organizational Strategy for Maximum Impact
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 23 – 24 Jul 2026 | Dubai, UAE | USD 1995 per delegate |
Course Introduction
Effective management of the Learning & Development (L&D) function is essential for building a high-performance workforce. As organizations adapt to technological change and evolving business needs, L&D leaders must shift from training administrators to strategic enablers of growth, capability, and engagement.
This practical 2-day course provides participants with the tools and frameworks needed to manage the entire L&D lifecycle—from training needs analysis to evaluation—ensuring alignment with organizational goals and talent strategies. Real-world case studies and group activities reinforce the transition from reactive training to proactive learning design.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Conduct effective training needs analysis (TNA)
• Align L&D strategies with business objectives and workforce planning
• Design impactful learning programs using modern methodologies
• Measure training effectiveness using appropriate evaluation models
• Manage the L&D function with strategic, operational, and ROI-focused approaches
Key Benefits of Attending
• Transform L&D from a cost center into a business driver
• Learn how to create learning strategies that deliver measurable results
• Build internal learning ecosystems and blended learning models
• Improve stakeholder engagement and training relevance
• Strengthen succession planning through targeted development
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
• Learning & Development Managers and Officers
• HR Managers responsible for training and development
• Organizational Development professionals
• Training Consultants and Facilitators
• HR Business Partners supporting strategic workforce development
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
• Strategic thinking in managing training and development
• Training needs assessment and learning gap identification
• Design and evaluation of impactful learning interventions
• Stakeholder communication and budget management
• Alignment of learning initiatives with organizational change
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
• Improved capability development and employee retention
• Better training ROI through relevant, results-driven programs
• Enhanced organizational agility through continuous learning
• More effective leadership pipeline and workforce capability mapping
• A learning culture that supports innovation and performance
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
• Strategy Briefings – L&D lifecycle, training governance, adult learning
• Case Studies – Internal vs external training programs, evaluation frameworks
• Workshops – Training needs analysis, program design, post-training review
• Peer Exchange – L&D models used across sectors and regions
• Tools – TNA templates, evaluation scorecards, L&D strategy maps
Course Outline
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Strategic Alignment and Needs Assessment
- Module 1: Role of L&D in Business Performance (07:30 – 09:30)
• From training provider to strategic enabler - Module 2: Training Needs Analysis and Learning Gaps (09:45 – 11:15)
• Methods, tools, and stakeholder input - Module 3: Learning Strategy Development (11:30 – 01:00)
• Blended learning, formal/informal pathways - Module 4: Workshop – Design an L&D Roadmap (02:00 – 03:30)
• Map initiatives to business outcomes
Day 2: Program Design, Evaluation, and Function Management
- Module 5: Learning Program Design and Delivery Methods (07:30 – 09:30)
• Instructional design, microlearning, coaching - Module 6: Measuring Training Effectiveness (09:45 – 11:15)
• Kirkpatrick Model, ROI frameworks - Module 7: Managing the L&D Function (11:30 – 01:00)
• Budgeting, policies, vendor management - Module 8: Final Workshop – Present a Learning Impact Strategy (02:00 – 03:30)
• Stakeholder alignment and performance metrics
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Managing the Learning & Development Function, confirming their ability to design, implement, and evaluate L&D strategies that directly support organizational capability and performance.