Knowledge Management - Create an Effective Learning Organization

Knowledge Management – Create an Effective Learning Organization

Introduction

This training course ” Knowledge Management – How to Create an Effective Learning Organization ” will develop your knowledge and understanding of contemporary theories and practices of knowledge management (KM) by examining the relationship between a theoretical understanding of knowledge management and real-life situations and by integrating different dimensions of knowledge management arising from human resource management, information systems and strategic management.

This training course will explain the concept of `intellectual capital’ and how it is managed and exploited in organisations. It will demonstrate a critical understanding of knowledge management policies and strategies in organisations that enhance effectiveness. Participants will be able to apply a range of transferable skills including literature search, analytical skills, application of theory to real-life situations, teamwork, motivation and interpersonal skills.

Course Objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

Explore the different conceptualisations of organizational learning
Explain how knowledge management systems can assist in a variety of organizations
Define learning organizations and list their various characteristics.
Identify the knowledge life-cycle and develop processes for knowledge management at each phase.
Understand different ways of thinking about strategy
Learn the nature of organizational culture
Understand effective ways of implementing knowledge management initiatives
Explain the characteristics of the notion of intellectual capital from a historic perspective
Contrast differing frameworks and conceptions of intellectual capital
Define the role of employees in learning organizations and strategies for building a knowledge sharing culture.
List the barriers and corresponding strategies associated with creating an effective learning organization.
Evaluate the use of technology in learning organizations and assess the feasibility of implementing existing technological tools.