Executing in Cross-Functional Teams
In Abilitie’s Executing In Cross-Functional Teams Program, participants practice managing high degrees of complexity and communicating across functions in an intensive blended curriculum that builds their enterprise-thinking and leadership skills.
Abilitie’s Executing In Cross-Functional Teams Program
Participants in Abilitie’s Executing In Cross-Functional Teams Program will uncover what it takes to execute an enterprise-wide strategy across an interdisciplinary, diverse team. They will build an understanding of their personal leadership style and practice managing highly-complex scenarios. We work with you to adapt our Executing In Cross-Functional Teams Program to the needs of your organization, focusing on core competencies for learners such as:
- Strategic Planning
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Managing Complexity
- Enterprise Thinking
Abilitie’s Enterprise Challenge serves as the foundation of this cohort-based program that includes a leadership self-assessment and engaging guided case studies.
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Program Components
Our Executing In Cross-Functional Teams Program creates the perfect learning environment for high-potential leaders who need a challenging, real-world environment to flex their cross-functional leadership skills.
Enterprise Challenge Simulation
(Synchronous, virtual or in-person)
Our award-winning Enterprise Challenge Simulation places participants in the driver’s seat as organizational leaders and allows them to learn from their own actions and mistakes in a safe environment. They gain an understanding of the trade-offs they make as people leaders and practice working through difficult scenarios and situations.
Core competencies include:
- Operating Strategically
- Communicating Cross-Functionally
- Decision-Making Under Pressure
- Values-Based Leadership
Leadership Self-Assessment
(Asynchronous, online)
Program participants undergo TypeCoach, an interactive self-assessment experience, and identify their leadership style and, most importantly, learn how they can better influence others.
In a debrief with an expert facilitator, participants come together and share their learnings, dig deeper to understand how different people can work together, and begin to apply their new skills.
Case Studies
(Synchronous, virtual or in-person)
With support from an expert facilitator, participants discuss a Harvard Business School case study on the topic of leadership and cross-functional execution. Through Socratic-questioning and engaging team-based discussion, participants draw insights that can be leveraged on their own teams.
Audience
The Executing In Cross-Functional Teams Program is the perfect learning environment for new managers, high-potential leaders, and transitioning directors who need a challenging, real-world practice environment to flex their leadership and influencing skills.
I really came to appreciate how complicated it is to run a large business. The simulation also made me realize what kind of leadership style I employ when under pressure to perform and make decisions.
Participant, Fortune 500 Firm
Sample Program Schedule
Abilitie’s Executing In Cross-Functional Teams Program is tailored to the needs of each client. It can be delivered as a virtual, hybrid, or in-person program and run as a 4 to 6 week program that can be condensed or spread out over additional weeks as desired.
Abilitie’s Program Dashboard
The Abilitie Program Dashboard provides Learning & Development leaders with real-time access to learner data. Program managers can easily see a snapshot of participant engagement, learner activity, and individual progress, giving them the tools to make smart decisions and take immediate actions that support learners through their journey.
I like the collaboration and hands-on activity — it was one of the most engaging learning experiences.
Participant, Express Inc.
Program Details
The Executing In Cross-Functional Teams Program guides participants to understand strategy at the enterprise level and their own leadership strengths while simultaneously giving them new tools to manage complexity within cross-functional teams. The program design leverages Abilitie’s award-winning simulations and rich Socratic debriefs.
An incredible experience that allowed me to further understand different team roles, dynamics, and the idea of investing in new products.
Participant, Fortune 500 Firm
Cornerstone Simulation
Enterprise Challenge
Description
A unique practice-based leadership program for team managers and high-potential leaders
Audience
High-Potential Leaders, New Managers, Transitioning Directors
Cohort Size
12 to 40 people
Duration
Adaptable 10- to 20-hour curriculum over 3 to 6 weeks
Case Study Discussions
Small study group discussions on strategy and leadership topics
Self-Assessment
TypeCoach Assessment or similar assessment instrument
Integration of Your Organization’s Values
Leverage internal leadership experts to tailor the program experience
Capstone
Cohorts come together to celebrate successes and look to the future
Learn More About The Executing In Cross-Functional Teams Program
We work with clients in interactive design workshops to find the right solution for you. Give us a call at (512) 593-8726 to schedule an exploratory conversation today.
