Setting Objectives and Cascading Goals
Goals set at the top rarely survive translation into what people actually do on Monday. This course covers writing objectives that mean something at every level and keeping them alive between review cycles.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Why goals evaporate between the board and the front line
- 02Writing objectives that are specific and measurable
- 03Cascading without losing meaning at each level
- 04Balancing output, quality and behaviour
- 05Objectives for roles that resist measurement
- 06Keeping goals alive between formal reviews
- 07Adjusting goals honestly when circumstances change
What you will gain
- Write objectives that are specific and measurable
- Cascade organisational goals without losing meaning
- Balance output targets against behaviour and quality
- Set objectives for roles that resist measurement
- Review progress in a way that changes behaviour
- Adjust goals when circumstances genuinely change
Who should attend
- Managers at all levels
- Human resources practitioners
- Team leaders setting team goals
- Business planning staff
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 10 Nov 2026 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 30 Nov to 1 Dec 2026 | Dubai | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 11 to 12 Jan 2027 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 1 to 2 Mar 2027 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 3 to 4 May 2027 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 13 to 14 Jul 2027 | Johannesburg | 2 Days | R10,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
Enquire about this course
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- R10,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Field
- Leadership & Management
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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