Knowles Training Institute  •  Indonesia

Adaptive Leadership Course in Indonesia

Practical, private corporate training that helps leaders navigate complex change, mobilise people and make progress on difficult workplace challenges.

  • Build adaptive leadership capability
  • Navigate complex workplace challenges
  • Delivered in Indonesia

“Better People
A Stronger Indonesia”

Best forTeams & organisations
Duration2 days (flexible)
Group size1 – 25 participants
DeliveryOnsite, virtual or venue
CustomisableTailored to your needs

Private corporate trainingOnly your team, your goals
Practical applicationTools you can use immediately
Indonesia deliveryNationwide, major cities
Multi-duration optionsFrom 60 minutes to 3 days

Course at a glance

Course in a nutshell

A clear overview to help you quickly assess if this course is the right fit for your team.

Course name Adaptive Leadership Course in Indonesia
Primary capability Build the leadership capability to diagnose adaptive challenges, mobilise people and lead meaningful change
Best for Managers, team leaders, executives and professionals leading through change
Level Foundation to Advanced (customisable)
Delivery modes Onsite in Indonesia, virtual or at an arranged venue
Standard duration 2 full days, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Other durations 3 days, 1 day, half day, 90 minutes or 60 minutes
Group size Minimum 1 – Maximum 25 participants
Group type Private corporate groups only
Customisation Fully customisable to your context and objectives
Certificate Certificate of Completion (Knowles Training Institute)

Quick facts

Key highlights at a glance.

Practical, real-world leadership learningFrameworks and techniques you can apply to live leadership challenges
Designed for Indonesian organisationsRelevant, practical and locally delivered
Flexible delivery and durationTailored to your team’s needs
Trusted by leading organisationsAcross Indonesia and the region
Group discounts availableUp to 40% for larger teams
Delivered across IndonesiaJakarta, Surabaya, Bandung, Medan and beyond
“Practical training. Real results.
A stronger Indonesia.”

What is the course

What is the Adaptive Leadership programme?

A practical, outcome-focused training programme designed to help teams build knowledge, apply tools and improve performance in real work situations.

The Adaptive Leadership programme equips leaders with practical frameworks, diagnostic tools and confidence to distinguish technical problems from adaptive challenges, mobilise stakeholders and sustain progress when solutions are not immediately obvious.

UnderstandAdaptive leadership concepts and practical frameworks

ApplyLeadership tools applied to real adaptive challenges

ImproveLeadership behaviour, stakeholder alignment and sustainable progress

Is this right for your team

Is this built for your team?

This course is ideal for many organisations, but may not be the best fit for every situation. Here’s a quick guide to help you decide.

Ideal for teams who:
  • Need leaders who can work through complex, ambiguous challenges
  • Are looking for a private, tailored training experience
  • Need relevant corporate training delivered in Indonesia
  • Want practical leadership tools that can be applied immediately
Another course may be better if:
  • You are looking for a public, open-enrolment course
  • You need a highly technical or specialist certification
  • Your team is not yet ready for this level of training
  • You are primarily looking for consultancy rather than training

?Not sure this is the right course?Talk to our team for a quick, no-obligation discussion. We’ll help you find the best solution for your goals.Request a Consultation Customised Training

Real business impact

Which workplace issues does this course fix?

Turn common challenges into opportunities. This course helps address the real issues teams face in today’s workplace.

Leaders relying on technical fixes for adaptive challengesRecognise when familiar solutions are insufficient and a deeper shift in behaviour, priorities or relationships is required.
Difficulty mobilising people around difficult changeMove beyond giving instructions when progress depends on ownership, learning and changed behaviour.
Complex change treated as a technical problemDiagnose the human, relational and organisational factors that make change difficult.
Resistance, loss and competing priorities during changeWork constructively with discomfort, competing values and legitimate concerns rather than avoiding them.
Leadership gaps in diagnosing adaptive challengesStrengthen the ability to distinguish technical fixes from adaptive work and choose an appropriate leadership response.
Stalled progress on complex organisational challengesCreate movement by engaging stakeholders, testing assumptions and learning from what happens.

Tangible results

What outcomes will participants achieve?

Practical learning. Measurable impact. Participants leave with the skills, confidence and tools to make a real difference at work.

Stronger adaptive leadership capabilityBuild the judgement and behaviours needed to lead when problems are complex, uncertain or contested.
More effective mobilisationCreate the conditions for people to take ownership and contribute to difficult change.
Clearer challenge diagnosisSeparate technical problems from adaptive challenges and identify the work that leadership must address.
Progress on difficult challengesTurn difficult conversations, competing priorities and uncertainty into practical next steps and learning.
A more adaptable leadership responseLead with flexibility while maintaining direction, helping teams learn and adjust as circumstances change.

Course objectives

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

  1. Identify the difference between technical problems and adaptive challenges
  2. Recognise the leadership behaviours required when authority alone cannot solve the problem
  3. Analyse stakeholder perspectives, values and sources of resistance
  4. Assess the organisational system around a difficult change initiative
  5. Identify the people who need to be engaged, challenged or supported
  6. Adapt leadership responses as new information and resistance emerge
  7. Apply adaptive leadership practices to real workplace situations
  8. Structure experiments, conversations and interventions that move the work forward
  9. Manage the tension between maintaining stability and creating change
  10. Facilitate stakeholder engagement and shared responsibility
  11. Evaluate progress, learning and unintended consequences
  12. Apply adaptive leadership principles to a current organisational challenge

A practical, step-by-step approach

The 2-day learning journey

A structured, hands-on journey designed to build knowledge, apply skills and create real momentum for change.

1DiscoverExplore the skills in demand and understand the bigger picture.
2DiagnoseAssess out-dated practices and identify gaps in your context.
3PractiseApply tools and techniques through guided exercises.
4ApplyWork on real-world scenarios and build practical solutions.
5ImproveCreate an action plan to sustain progress after the course.

Detailed and practical

Inside the curriculum

Eight focused modules combining expert insight, practical tools and real-world application.

1Diagnosing Adaptive ChallengesDistinguish technical fixes from adaptive work and clarify the challenge that actually needs leadership.
5Holding the Environment for Productive ChangeCreate conditions for learning, productive disagreement and attention to the difficult parts of the work.
2Leadership in Complex and Uncertain SituationsUnderstand why familiar leadership responses can fail when priorities, values and behaviours must change.
6Leading Through Resistance and LossRecognise losses, manage resistance and keep people engaged without shutting down legitimate concerns.
3Stakeholders, Values and Competing PerspectivesMap stakeholders, competing values, sources of resistance and the perspectives shaping the challenge.
7Adaptive Leadership PracticesApply practical adaptive leadership behaviours to a live organisational challenge..
4Mobilising People Through ChangeUse authority, influence, questions and experiments to mobilise people without pretending every problem has a quick fix.
8Addressing Gaps & Best PracticesTest assumptions, learn from results and translate insight into the next leadership move..

?Need this tailored to your team?We can customise the content, examples and activities to match your industry, challenges and objectives.Request a Consultation Customised Training

How the learning happens

How the learning happens

An engaging, practical learning experience designed to help your team apply new skills with confidence.

Interactive facilitationFacilitated discussions, diagnostic exercises and realistic leadership scenarios.
Real-work scenariosWork through realistic change situations relevant to Indonesian organisations and different industries.
Guided practiceUse diagnostic templates, stakeholder maps, intervention planning tools and reflection exercises.
Group discussionCompare leadership responses, challenge assumptions and learn from peers across functions.
Action planningLeave with a practical plan for applying adaptive leadership to a current workplace challenge.

Where these skills show up at work

Where these skills show up at work

Practical skills that make a real difference in your team’s daily work.

Stakeholder engagementEngage people with different values, interests and levels of authority around difficult change.
Difficult conversationsHandle disagreement, resistance and uncertainty while keeping attention on the work that matters.
Change implementationApply adaptive thinking when implementation depends on behaviour, ownership and learning.
Strategic change initiativesDiagnose the adaptive dimensions of major projects, transformations and organisational shifts.
People leadershipUse leadership behaviours that create ownership, surface difficult issues and support learning.
Complex organisational changeApply adaptive leadership thinking to restructuring, transformation, culture change and other complex initiatives.

Who should join?

Who should join?

Designed for professionals across different roles and industries who want to build practical skills and make a bigger impact at work.

Minimum1 participantIdeal for individuals and small teams.
Maximum25 participantsKeeps the experience interactive and personalised.
ExecutivesCEOs, Directors, Senior Leaders
ManagersDepartment and Functional Managers
Team LeadersTeam Leads and Supervisors
OfficersOfficers and Programme Coordinators
AssistantsAssistants and Secretaries
All StaffTeam members across the organisation

Entry point and experience level

Entry point and experience level

A flexible programme that welcomes participants from different backgrounds and can be tailored to your team’s needs.

No formal prerequisitesParticipants should have a workplace leadership or change responsibility and be willing to examine their own leadership responses.
Foundation to intermediate levelSuitable for leaders with little to moderate experience of adaptive leadership. The programme remains practical and immediately applicable.
Suitable for leaders across functionsBrings together leaders who must align people with different priorities, expertise and perspectives.

Course agenda

Your two-day agenda

A practical and engaging two-day programme, designed to build knowledge and apply learning through real-world exercises.

Day 1 – Diagnosing the ChallengeCore concepts, diagnosis and stakeholder perspectives
09:00 – 10:30Welcome, introductions and adaptive leadership overviewSetting the context for adaptive leadership in Indonesian organisations
10:30 – 12:00Module 1: Diagnosing Adaptive ChallengesDistinguishing technical problems from adaptive challenges
12:00 – 13:00Lunch break
13:00 – 14:30Module 2: Leadership in Complex and Uncertain SituationsUnderstanding uncertainty, competing values and the limits of authority
14:30 – 15:45Module 3: Stakeholders, Values and Competing PerspectivesMapping stakeholders, interests, values and sources of resistance
15:45 – 17:00Module 4: Mobilising People Through ChangeUsing questions, influence, authority and experiments to create movement

Day 2 – Mobilising and Sustaining ProgressPractice, intervention design and action planning
09:00 – 10:30Module 5: Holding the Environment for Productive ChangeCreating conditions for learning, productive disagreement and progress
10:30 – 12:00Module 6: Leading Through Resistance and LossRecognising losses, resistance and the emotional work of change
12:00 – 13:00Lunch break
13:00 – 14:30Module 7: Adaptive Leadership PracticesApply practical adaptive leadership behaviours to a live organisational challenge.
14:30 – 15:45Module 8: Experiments, Learning and Sustained ProgressTest assumptions, learn from results and translate insight into the next leadership move.
15:45 – 17:00Action planning and next stepsPersonal leadership commitments and organisational next steps

Delivery options

Flexible delivery, customisation and facilitation

Choose the delivery format that works best for your team. Adaptive leadership content can be tailored to your organisation’s change context and objectives.

Onsite deliveryAt your premises

We deliver the programme at your office or preferred location across Indonesia, using your live leadership challenges where appropriate.

Virtual deliveryLive online, anywhere

An interactive virtual experience with discussion, breakout work, diagnostic exercises and facilitated reflection.

Arranged venueWe handle the logistics

Prefer an external venue? We can arrange a professional training venue in major cities across Indonesia.

Tailored facilitationBuilt around your needs

We customise the scenarios, stakeholder examples, exercises and action planning to reflect your organisation and leadership challenges.

?Need something built entirely around your organisation?We build customised programmes around your objectives, industry and team — from delivery to content.Customised Training Request a Consultation

Learning resources

What each participant takes away

High-quality resources to reinforce learning and support practical application back at work.

Learner’s guideA comprehensive guide with key concepts, tools and references.
Course workbookPractical exercises, templates and worksheets to apply during and after the course.
Digital resourcesUseful tools, checklists and additional reading materials (where applicable).
Course handoutsKey models, diagnostic prompts and summaries for easy reference.
Certificate of completionA Certificate of Completion from Knowles Training Institute.

No PowerPoint slides providedTo encourage active participation and a richer learning experience, we do not provide PowerPoint slides for this course.

Pricing and investment

Pricing and investment

A cost-effective investment in your team’s capability. Group discounts are available for larger teams.

Lunch Talk1 – 2 hours$679.97USD

A high-impact, focused session ideal for awareness and key insights.

Half DayUp to 4 hours$259.97USD

Build core knowledge and practical skills in a shorter format.

Most PopularFull Day1 day$419.97USD

Our most popular option, combining depth and practical application.

2 Day2 days$569.97USD

A comprehensive programme with more practice, discussion and real-world application.

Request a customised quotationGet a tailored proposal for your team, including group discounts of up to 40%.Request a Quotation Customised TrainingGroup discount availableup to 40%

Participant feedback

What participants are saying

Real feedback from professionals who have attended our corporate training programmes. Read more on our Knowles Training Institute Reviews page.

4,800+Professionals trained in Indonesia
4.8/5Average course rating
96%Would recommend to a colleague
300+Organisations have trained with us

“Trainer provided constructive feedback and advice based on his experience, making the lessons more hands-on and applicable. The trainer is open to engaging participants on a work level to discuss real-life challenges.”

Singapore Institute of Management Group LimitedBalanced Scorecard Course

“The trainer is good and teaches you to put the skills into practice. Everyone needs this tool to apply in their day-to-day lives.”

Singapore Police ForceNegotiation Skills Course

“Yes. This has been one of the better strategic thinking courses. It helped me understand the importance of the approach.”

Nanyang PolytechnicStrategic Thinking Course

Read more reviews from our clientsVerified feedback from the organisations we have trained, with the course and date for each one.Read All Reviews

Our advantage

Why companies choose Knowles

Trusted by organisations across Indonesia and the region to deliver practical, high-impact training.

Broad course portfolio100+ practical courses across key business functions.
Private corporate deliveryOnly your team, your goals, your context.
Customisable programmesTailored to your industry, challenges and objectives.
Responsive supportA dedicated team from enquiry to delivery and beyond.
Practical, real-world leadership learningTools and techniques you can apply immediately.
Regional experienceTrusted by organisations across Southeast Asia, including Indonesia.

Frequently asked questions

Questions decision-makers ask

Straightforward answers to common questions from HR, L&D and business leaders.

1What is adaptive leadership?

Adaptive leadership focuses on helping people and organisations make progress when challenges require changes in behaviour, priorities, relationships or ways of working rather than a purely technical fix.

2Can you customise the course around a live change challenge?

Yes. All our corporate training programmes can be tailored to your industry, team objectives, and real workplace challenges.

3Do you offer onsite adaptive leadership training in Indonesia?

Yes. We deliver at your office or a preferred location across Indonesia, including Jakarta, Surabaya, Bandung, Medan, Semarang and Makassar.

4What is the typical group size for this course?

Programmes run with a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 25 participants, which keeps every session interactive and personalised.

5How long is the standard adaptive leadership course?

The standard format is 2 full days, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. We also run 3-day, 1-day, half-day, 90-minute and 60-minute versions.

6Can adaptive leadership be taught virtually?

Yes. The programme can be delivered onsite, virtually or at an arranged venue, depending on your needs.

7Which workplace challenges can this course address?

We can tailor the examples to government, financial services, manufacturing, technology, healthcare, education, energy and professional services.

8How practical is the adaptive leadership programme?

Sessions are designed around practical facilitation, discussion, diagnostic work and workplace application rather than theory alone.

9What learning materials are provided?

Every participant receives a learner’s guide, course workbook, digital resources and handouts. PowerPoint slides are not provided for this course.

10Will participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Each participant receives a Certificate of Completion from Knowles Training Institute.

11How far in advance should we book?

We recommend three to four weeks, which allows time for a needs discussion and customisation. We can often accommodate shorter timelines.

12Can you help us decide whether adaptive leadership is the right course?

Yes. Tell us about the change, leadership challenge, stakeholders and desired outcomes and we can discuss the most suitable programme.

13Can adaptive leadership be part of a wider leadership programme?

Yes. The course can be combined with other leadership, communication or change-related programmes as part of a wider learning plan.

14What is the investment for the adaptive leadership programme?

Fees depend on the course, number of participants and delivery mode. Contact us for a customised proposal based on your specific needs.

15Are there any funding options?

Funding and eligibility depend on the organisation and programme. We do not state funding or subsidy eligibility unless it has been confirmed for the specific engagement.

16What support do participants receive after the training?

Participants leave with a practical action plan for applying adaptive leadership to a current workplace challenge.

17Can we include our own change cases or examples?

Yes. Real organisational cases can be used to make the discussion more relevant, subject to the agreed scope and confidentiality requirements.

18Do you conduct a training needs analysis?

Yes. A short needs discussion can be used to clarify the adaptive challenge, participants and desired outcomes before delivery.

19How do we get started?

Send us an enquiry with your goals, team size and preferred dates, and we will respond with a tailored proposal.

20Who can we speak to for a detailed proposal?

Contact our corporate training team at [email protected] and we will arrange a discussion.

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Our Indonesia presence

Available across Indonesia

We deliver private corporate training throughout Indonesia — onsite at your office, virtually, or at an arranged venue.

Onsiteat your officeVirtualonline deliveryArranged venueat a hotel or training centre
SUMATRAKALIMANTANSULAWESIJAVAINDONESIAMedanJakartaBandungSemarangSurabayaMakassar

Key citiesWe deliver training in major cities across Indonesia, including:
JakartaCapital city, business hub
SurabayaEast Java, major business centre
BandungInnovation and education hub
MedanSumatra, key industrial hub
SemarangCentral Java, growing business community
MakassarSulawesi, strategic regional hub
And many other cities across IndonesiaContact us to discuss your preferred location.

How it works

From first enquiry to live delivery

A simple, proven process to get your team the training they need.

1Share your needTell us about your team, your goals and the challenges you want to address.
2Align scopeWe’ll discuss your requirements and tailor the course content, duration and delivery mode.
3Confirm proposalReceive a detailed proposal with training objectives, outline, logistics and investment.
4Deliver trainingWe deliver engaging, practical training onsite, virtually or at an arranged venue.
5Review outcomesWe gather feedback, measure results and discuss next steps to support your development.

Ready to get started?

Build stronger adaptive leadership capability in Indonesia

Get a tailored proposal for your leadership development needs. Our team will discuss your challenge, participants, timeline and delivery requirements.

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  • Response within 1 working day

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