Distance learning course Change Management

Managing Change Successfully: Strategies and Methods for Sustainable Business Success

Correspondence course
This distance learning course is held in German.
With the Change Management distance learning course, you’ll learn how to design change processes within your organization in a confident and structured manner, how to engage teams during times of change, and how to professionally manage resistance—whether in the context of digital transformation, restructuring, or cultural change. This will qualify you to play an active role in change processes and help your organization successfully implement transformation. The program is designed to be flexible: You learn at your own pace using digital or printed learning materials. Additional e-learning modules such as Change Toolbox and Design Thinking, as well as the elective module on creativity techniques, provide practical supplements to the course content.
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The distance learning course "Change Management" has been reviewed and approved by the State Central Office for Distance Learning (ZFU) in Cologne under the number 7573426.

Learning unit
Understanding change management: An introduction to the basics
Understanding change management: An introduction to the basics

Author: Kaja Demuth

  • What is change management and why is it important?
  • Differentiation: project management, transformation, organizational development
  • Kotter's 8-step model in a modern context
  • Megatrends: agility, digitalization, remote work, sustainability
  • Employees at the center of change
  • Importance of AI and automation for change management
Learning unit
Further basics of change management
Further basics of change management

Author: Tina Feulner

  • Where does change management come from - historical development?
  • What types of changes are there?
  • Ambidexterity - remaining stable as a company and still being innovative.
  • Utilization - using resources wisely.
  • Changing structures, teams and culture.
  • The role of the change manager as a consultant.
Learning unit
The psychology of change
The psychology of change

Author: Tina Feulner

  • What are models - classification and critical view.
  • Emotions and resistance in the change process
  • Personality and previous experience
  • Dimensions of willingness to change
Learning unit
Turning those affected into participants
Turning those affected into participants

Author: Yvonne Breinlinger-Scheuring

  • Mastering change together.
  • every individual counts: Unleash the power of your team.
  • Uncovering the invisible connections that move everything.
  • Stakeholders and the differently motivated groups of people
  • Through change with strength and confidence!
  • The heartbeat of change begins in cooperation!
  • Future skills that bring change to life.
  • Conclusion: Achieving great things together - your transformation, your success story!
Learning unit
Leading Change
Leading Change

Author: Roman Schilling

  • Leadership role in change and change leadership skills / ambidextrous leadership
  • Leading employees through change and dealing with resistance
  • Empowerment and coaching of change teams
  • Management and coordination of networks and organizational systems
  • Agile leadership in change
Learning unit
Communication in change
Communication in change

Author: Yvonne Breinlinger-Scheuring

  • Understanding and shaping change together.

  • The Change Story - Turn change into inspiration.

  • The art of connecting and inspiring change.

  • Vision and mission - the compass for your change.

  • Communication messages that move and connect.

  • Information is not communication.

  • Bringing change to life through dialog.

  • Perspectives that convince and inspire.

  • The invisible heros of change.

  • Long-term anchoring - communication that ensures trust and success.

Learning unit
Moderation in change
Moderation in change

Author: Roman Schilling

  • Moderation skills in change managemento 
  • Moderation of large group formats
  • Participation tools and formats
  • Coordinate and moderate logical-organizational units
  • Community building in change management
Learning unit
Success factors in change management
Success factors in change management

Author: Kaja Demuth

  • Success factors for successful change processes
  • As-is analysis as the starting point for any change
  • SMART goals and KPIs for measuring the success of changes
  • Comprehensive toolbox according to Kotter's 8 steps
  • Practical tools and checklists at a glance
Online seminars
Online seminars
Online seminars

3 online seminars included

  • The psychology of change
  • Leading Change
  • Communication in change management
Additional content
Benefit from additional content
Benefit from additional content
  • E-learning: The change toolbox
  • E-Learning: Design Thinking
  • Additional module creativity techniques incl. training training

Flexible continuing education—anytime, anywhere.

  • 18 months of access: No time pressure—you set the pace.
  • Print & digital: Learn anytime, anywhere—with your printed and digital learning materials.
  • Optional online seminars: Expand your knowledge live with experts.

Your all-inclusive package – guided from start to finish

  • Get started right away: Access all course content online as soon as the course begins. We’ll mail your printed study materials to you.
  • Always supported: e-mail, interactive quizzes, and regularly updated content.
  • Learn together: Join the learning community to ask questions and join study groups.

Your benefit

  • You have a thorough understanding of the fundamentals and principles of change management.

  • You will identify the key prerequisites, roles, and governance structures necessary for successful change.

  • You are familiar with effective methods for communication planning and stakeholder analysis, and you understand the psychological aspects of change.

  • You analyze and draw on real-world examples—such as digital transformation, restructuring, and cultural change—to ensure effective implementation.

  • You develop roadmaps, define KPIs, and ensure that changes are effectively implemented and adapted over the long term.

Technical management

Certificate available:

Complete your online course with the "Change Management with Certificate" e-exam. You can find all the details in the Change Management with Certificate online course (41283).

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Recommended for

  • newcomers career changers who want to gain practical knowledge in change management. 

  • Change, process, project, and quality managers, as well as specialists and executives who wish to refresh or expand their knowledge. 

  • Managers and HR professionals who want to successfully guide employees through transformations. 

  • Managers and decision-makers who want to develop and implement sustainable change strategies. 

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Up to date: The content in your personal online learning environment is updated on an ongoing basis.

Success confirmed: A certificate of attendance and a badge confirm your participation and the high quality of the course content

Individual: On request, we can extend the access time to all course content free of charge.

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Change Manager: Tasks, Training & Salary

The change manager is responsible for the planning, implementation and control of change processes within a company. As digitalization progresses, their work is becoming increasingly important. After all, a company can only remain competitive and future-proof through constant change and further development. Change Manager: Key Facts Education Degree in business administration, change management, administrative and organizational sciences or similar [...]

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Change Manager: Tasks, Training & Salary

The change manager is responsible for the planning, implementation and control of change processes within a company. As digitalization progresses, their work is becoming increasingly important. After all, a company can only remain competitive and future-proof through constant change and further development. Change Manager: Key Facts Education Degree in business administration, change management, administrative and organizational sciences or similar [...]

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41281
€ 1.990,- plus VAT
approx. 70 hours
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German
Available for 18 months
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approx. 70 hours
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Distance learning course in change management with certificate

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01.06.2026
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01.07.2026
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1st partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 including VAT
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01.08.2026
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1st partial invoice:
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€789.36 including VAT
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€789.36 incl. VAT
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01.09.2026
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Plan course
approx. 70 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

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1st partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 including VAT
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€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 incl. VAT
3. Partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 incl. VAT

Flexible start

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01.10.2026
Booking number: 41281
€ 1.990,- plus VAT.
€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.
Plan course
approx. 70 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date and the subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 including VAT
2nd Partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 incl. VAT
3. Partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 incl. VAT

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01.11.2026
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Partial payments are possible for this training event .

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1st partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 including VAT
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01.12.2026
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1st partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 including VAT
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01.01.2027
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€ 1.990,- plus VAT.
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Plan course
approx. 70 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date and the subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 including VAT
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€789.36 incl. VAT
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€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 incl. VAT

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01.02.2027
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approx. 70 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

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1st partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 including VAT
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01.03.2027
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Partial payments are possible for this training event .

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1st partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 including VAT
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€789.36 incl. VAT
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€663.33 plus VAT
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Plan course
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Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date and the subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 including VAT
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€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 incl. VAT
3. Partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 incl. VAT

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

Booking number: 41281
€ 1.990,- plus VAT.
€ 2,368.10 incl. VAT.
Plan course
approx. 70 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date and the subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

1st partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 including VAT
2nd Partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 incl. VAT
3. Partial invoice:
€663.33 plus VAT
€789.36 incl. VAT

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

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Change management refers to a structured approach to successfully supporting change processes in organizations, getting people on board, and reducing resistance. In this distance learning course, you will learn how to plan, manage, and implement change in a sustainable way so that teams can work together more effectively and new processes function in the long term.

 

You will receive practical tools and methods for analyzing, planning, and supporting change processes. These include stakeholder analyses, communication strategies, and change planning tools that you can use to turn those affected into participants and increase acceptance within the team.

 

The distance learning course introduces fundamental concepts and models, including proven change approaches, phase models for structuring change, and strategies for managing the various phases of a change process. You will learn how to prepare for, implement, and stabilize change.

 

One focus is on understanding the psychological aspects of change, recognizing typical reactions to change, and using forms of communication that create acceptance. You will learn strategies for engaging people in the change process and motivating them to actively participate. The distance learning format offers you the advantage of flexible online learning alongside your job, on the go, or from home.

 

The distance learning course is structured so that you can work through self-study modules, practical exercises, and transfer tasks at your own pace. This allows you to apply the tools directly to real projects, e.g., when introducing new processes, technologies, or organizational structures.

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