Applied Consulting Skills
Professional Development Training Course
Enhance your advisory skills with the Applied Consulting Skills course. Learn how to add value for clients and navigate challenges. This course focuses on the consulting lifecycle, applicable to various advisory activities within organizations. This course emphasizes how a consultant, whether an external or internal expert, is tasked with helping others navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and innovate. Consultants play a vital role in guiding clients through the complexities of their projects, products, services, or talent-related scenarios. They bring a fresh perspective and specialized knowledge, fostering growth and advancement within the organization. By understanding the consulting process, participants will learn how to effectively analyze situations, develop strategic solutions, and implement changes that drive success. This course aims to equip learners with the skills to think critically, collaborate with clients, and create impactful outcomes in their respective fields, ensuring they can add value and lead initiatives that contribute to the organization's overall development and success.
- Explore the Training Course below for a detailed perspective of our proprietary 4x4 design model and how it enhances ROI by offering customization, delivery modality options, embedded engagement features, duration control, and research support. Learn more about this client-centric approach and how our Engagement Models ensure, tailored solutions deliver immediately applicable skills. Additionally, our courses are delivered and/or designed by industry-leading experts who also bring integrated Management Consulting experience to complement the overall engagement. Whether you are embarking on a local or global scale learning journey, AMS has the expertise to guide you with confidence. Explore our Client Project Briefings & Research Articles to gain insights into related solutions or Contact Us to discuss your unique needs.
Delivery Options
This program is delivered on-site in one full day or virtually in two 3.5-hour sessions.
- Each course module lasts 90 minutes and is part of our extensive content inventory. This modular approach to course design is the cornerstone of our proprietary 4x4 model, allowing for cross-title hybrid solutions and dynamic scalability. The model enables you to select the most relevant topics aligned to your needs, then you can either choose the course as it is presented, customize it thematically/topically, or combine other modules from across the catalog to achieve your specific objectives. Once your course is framed, we collaborate with your team via our Engagement Models to accommodate on-site, virtual, and/or learning track delivery modalities to meet your learners where they are. Contact Us to start your journey.
Course Modules
Define the Role of the Consultant
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Provide strategic guidance to help clients achieve objectives and growth
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Take on roles like advisor, strategist, facilitator for various scenarios
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Cover consulting process from analysis, strategy to implementation, evaluation
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Develop skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, collaboration
Partnering with Clients
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Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and active listening for strong relationships
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Establish trust with clients by delivering valuable insights and advice
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Deeply understand clients' goals, challenges, and expectations for tailored solutions
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Set clear collaboration guidelines for smooth communication and effective partnership
Understanding the Issue or Opportunity
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Develop a structured approach to gather information and insights
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Utilize data collection and analysis for comprehensive understanding
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Implement techniques to address and resolve conflicts effectively
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Employ strategies to manage and overcome client resistance
Managing the Client Engagement Cycle
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Prepare thoroughly by gathering relevant information and insights
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Organize the meeting with a clear agenda and structure
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Understand key elements of client engagement for strong relationships
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Adapt communication styles to effectively interact with clients
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for professionals aiming to enhance their advisory skills by more effectively defining client needs, scope, and strategic direction within a standardized consulting engagement model. It suits individuals seeking to drive impactful outcomes in various advisory roles and organizational contexts.
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