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EFQM: Leaders for Excellence (L4E)

Why Attend

What is the definition of excellence? What are the fundamental concepts that organizations need to embody in order to become excellent? Are there criteria for excellence that an organization can use to assess itself? How to ensure continuous improvement across all aspects of the organization? The EFQM Model was developed to answer all of the above questions.

In this course, we will fully explain the EFQM Excellence Model and its 3 main components. Participants will be able to review, reflect on and practice each component in a group environment. Upon completion, participants will be able to assess their organizations’ level of excellence and determine areas for strategic improvement.

Course Methodology

This course uses a real-life case study supplied by EFQM for participants to practice the different topics. It also introduces the Business Excellence Matrix (BEM) Excel-based assessment tool.

Course Objectives

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

  • Use self-assessment as an improvement tool
  • Develop a roadmap for their organization’s action plan
  • Prioritize improvement actions to ensure effective use of resources
  • Develop a plan to engage people within their organization to drive improvement efforts
  • Utilize tools and techniques to improve performance
  • Defend EFQM’s levels of excellence to determine own goals and aspirations
  • Recognize the cultural aspects of excellence to improve nontangible strengths

Target Audience

Professionals, leaders, supervisors and all those who are engaged in excellence, quality management implementation and improvement of organizational performance. Individuals who are leading or participating in the organizational effort to apply for distinguished national and international quality awards based on the EFQM Model will also find the course beneficial.

Target Competencies

  • Business management
  • Results orientation
  • Leadership skills
  • Continuous improvement
  • Strategy management
  • KPI management

Location:

South Africa

Training Dates:

Each course starts every Monday of each week. Please book your training on a date that is a Monday.

Course Duration:

Unit Standard:

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Course Fees

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2.2. Cancellations made 15 to 29 days before the workshop date will be eligible for a 50% refund of the total payment.

2.3. Cancellations made less than 14 days before the workshop date will not be eligible for a refund.

2.4. Participants who fail to attend the workshop without prior notice will not be eligible for a refund.

3. Rescheduling

3.1. If a participant wishes to reschedule, a request must be submitted at least 14 days in advance, subject to availability.

3.2. A rescheduling fee may apply.

4. Workshop Cancellation by the Organizer

4.1. AATICD reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the workshop due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to low enrolment, trainer unavailability, or force majeure events.

4.2. In the event of cancellation by AATICD, participants will be offered a full refund or the option to attend a rescheduled session.

4.3. AATICD is not responsible for any additional costs incurred by participants, such as travel or accommodation expenses.

5. Refund Processing

5.1. Approved refunds will be processed within 7 business days from the date of cancellation approval.

5.2. Refunds will be issued using the original payment method unless otherwise agreed.

6. Contact Information

For any questions regarding payments and refunds, please contact us at:

Email: apply@aaticd.co.za

Phone: +27 73 016 5042

By registering for the workshop, participants agree to abide by these terms and conditions.

In-House Trainings are also available for 3 or more delegates for any duration. Please consult with our Administration for such In-House training bookings.


Course Outline

  • The EFQM Excellence Model
    • Responding to drivers of change
    • The definition of excellence
    • The 8 Fundamental Concepts (FCs) of excellence
    • Using the 9 excellence model criteria: model dynamics
    • Applying the 5 enablers criteria
    • Applying the 4 results criteria
    • Integrating of FCs into the model
    • Mapping strategic themes using the model
  • Applying the ‘RADAR’ Logic for Continuous Improvement
    • Elements of ‘RADAR’: Results, Approach, Deployment, Assess and Refine
    • Using RADAR with enablers
    • Using RADAR with results
    • Identifying organizational strengths and areas for improvement
    • Preparing meaningful feedback to management
  • Excellence Achievement and Recognition
    • EFQM’s recognition schemes and levels of excellence
    • Characteristics of excellent and award-winning organizations
    • Progressing in the journey to excellence
    • Assess and refine attributes
  • Driving Organizational Improvement
    • The change spectrum
    • RADARizing improvements
    • Criteria for prioritizing organizational improvements
    • ‘SMART’ objectives
    • Implementing improvements using the ‘DMAIC’ methodology
    • Cause and effect diagrams
    • Understanding your sphere of influence
    • A four-step process to analyze problems
  • EFQM Model Management Documents
    • The format of the management document
    • Compiling the components of an EFQM management document
    • Using the enabler map to detail approaches
    • Completing a self-assessment using the business excellence matrix

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