MBAexpress: Effective Change Management – V 2.0
MBAExpress: Effective Change Management explores practical approaches for navigating organizational and personal change in today’s evolving business environment. This course introduces core change management principles, personality-based responses to change, and Kotter’s 8 Step Change Model to help accounting and finance professionals better understand how change impacts teams and organizations.
CPE Credit
1.0 Hours
DELIVERY METHOD
Self-Study (On Demand)
LEVEL
Basic
PREREQUISITES
None
PRICING
$119.50 per year
Course Description
MBAExpress: Effective Change Management provides accounting and finance professionals with a foundational understanding of effective change management principles and organizational adaptation. Change can be challenging even when it is necessary or beneficial, and this course examines practical methods for recognizing, understanding, and responding to change in professional environments.
Participants will explore how different personality traits react during periods of transition, the differences between imposed and designed change, and strategies for encouraging employee buy-in. The course also introduces the five change management principles and reviews Kotter’s 8 Step Change Model as a framework for leading organizational change effectively.
This course is designed at the basic level and focuses on conceptual understanding rather than technical implementation. The material emphasizes recognizing change dynamics and understanding how organizations and individuals adapt to evolving business conditions.
What You’ll Learn
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify different methods for dealing with change
- Recognize the importance of continuously evolving in business environments
- Distinguish between imposed change and designed change
- Identify strategies for gaining employee buy-in during organizational change
- Recall the key elements of Kotter’s 8 Step Change Model
- Recognize how different personality traits may respond to change initiatives
- Understand foundational change management principles used in organizations
Who This Course Is For
This course is designed for:
- CPAs and accounting professionals
- Finance professionals and corporate finance teams
- Business leaders and managers
- Professionals involved in organizational change initiatives
- Individuals seeking foundational knowledge of change management concepts
- Professionals responsible for team communication and workplace adaptation
Key Topics Covered
- Effective change management concepts
- The five change management principles
- Kotter’s 8 Step Change Model
- Organizational adaptation and continuous evolution
- Personality traits and reactions to change
- Imposed change versus designed change
- Employee buy-in strategies
- Leadership communication during change initiatives
- Managing resistance to organizational change
- The Murphy plow story and change-related lessons
Why This Course Matters
Organizations continue to face rapid operational, technological, and workforce changes that require leaders and professionals to adapt effectively. Understanding how individuals and teams respond to change can improve communication, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness during periods of transition.
This course provides foundational knowledge that can help accounting and finance professionals better recognize change dynamics and support organizational adaptability. Professionals seeking additional leadership and management training may also benefit from related Business Management & Organization CPE courses and Management Services CPE courses.
For additional guidance on leadership and organizational management concepts, review the AICPA’s professional development resources available through the AICPA & CIMA learning platform.
Pricing & Access
$119.50 per year — Unlimited CPE Access
When you enroll, you receive full access to all courses in our catalog for one full year, including this course and every other available offering.
Unlike many CPE providers, we do not charge by the credit hour and we do not impose course expiration dates. Once you’re enrolled:
- All courses are included — no per-course or per-credit fees
- Your access lasts for a full year from your enrollment date
- Your completed course certificates remain available in your portal
- You can complete courses at your own pace, on your own schedule
This single annual enrollment gives you the flexibility to earn CPE hours when you need them — without worrying about expiring credits or additional costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course NASBA-compliant?
Yes. This course meets NASBA CPE requirements.
How is the course delivered?
On-demand, self-study format with quizzes for knowledge checks.
Can I complete this course at my own pace?
Yes. You may start, stop, and resume the course as needed.
