Knowles Training Institute  •  Indonesia

Crisis Communication Management Course in Indonesia

Practical, private corporate training delivered in Indonesia — onsite, virtual or at an arranged venue.

  • Build crisis communication capability
  • Manage communication under pressure
  • Delivered across 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 Crisis Communication Management Course in Indonesia
Primary capability Build practical communication skills for managing organisational crises
Best for Managers, team leaders, communications staff and key business stakeholders
Level Foundation to intermediate (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 crisis communication highlights at a glance.

Practical crisis communication learningTools and techniques for real workplace situations
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 Crisis Communication Management programme?

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

The Crisis Communication Management programme equips teams with practical frameworks and communication techniques to prepare for, respond to and recover from difficult situations while keeping stakeholders informed.

UnderstandCrisis communication principles and best practices

ApplyCommunication tools in realistic crisis scenarios

ImproveClearer communication and coordinated response

Is this right for your team

Is this built for your team?

This course is designed for organisations that need clearer, more coordinated communication when incidents, disruptions or reputational issues arise. Here’s a quick guide to help you decide.

Ideal for teams who:
  • Need a structured approach to crisis communication
  • Need consistent messages across teams and stakeholders
  • Want practical exercises based on realistic crisis scenarios
  • Want clear roles, escalation and communication protocols
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 communication risks into structured response practices. This course helps address communication issues that can make a crisis harder to manage.

Inconsistent crisis messagesDifferent teams may communicate different facts, priorities or instructions during an incident.
Slow internal communicationImportant updates may not reach the right people quickly enough.
Unclear stakeholder messagingMessages may be unclear, incomplete or poorly adapted to different audiences.
Unprepared spokespersonsSpokespersons may struggle to respond clearly when questions are unexpected or sensitive.
Weak escalation and coordinationTeams may lack clear communication roles, escalation points and approval processes.
Reputational and stakeholder riskPoorly managed communication can increase confusion, concern and reputational exposure.

Tangible results

What outcomes will participants achieve?

Practical communication. Coordinated response. Participants leave with practical tools to communicate clearly, coordinate messages and respond more confidently during difficult situations.

Clearer crisis communicationUse practical principles for clear and timely crisis communication.
Faster message coordinationStructure communication so key updates can move quickly through the organisation.
Stronger stakeholder communicationAdapt messages for employees, customers, partners, media and other stakeholders.
Better spokesperson readinessPrepare clear responses to difficult questions and sensitive situations. Work that once sat out of reach becomes something you can take on and win.
Improved crisis readinessStrengthen communication planning, escalation and post-crisis review. Teams build repeatable communication practices that can be reviewed and improved.

Course objectives

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

  1. Identify the core principles of effective crisis communication
  2. Recognise the communication needs of different crisis stakeholders
  3. Select appropriate channels and message formats for urgent communication
  4. Assess current crisis communication plans, roles and escalation practices
  5. Identify gaps in stakeholder communication and response readiness
  6. Prepare clear communication approaches for changing crisis conditions
  7. Adapt messages as facts, risks and stakeholder needs change
  8. Structure crisis communication workflows, approvals and escalation
  9. Use communication channels and tools appropriately during an incident
  10. Coordinate messages across teams, leaders and designated spokespeople
  11. Analyse communication effectiveness during and after a crisis
  12. Apply crisis communication best practices through realistic scenarios

A practical, step-by-step approach

The 2-day learning journey

A structured, hands-on journey designed to build crisis communication capability from preparation through recovery.

1DiscoverUnderstand crisis communication roles, principles and stakeholder expectations.
2DiagnoseAssess current communication plans, escalation paths and readiness gaps.
3PractisePractise message development, stakeholder communication and spokesperson responses.
4ApplyRespond to realistic crisis scenarios and build coordinated communication approaches.
5ImproveCreate a practical crisis communication action plan for your organisation.

Detailed and practical

Inside the curriculum

Eight focused modules combining crisis communication principles, practical tools and realistic application.

1Crisis Communication FoundationsRoles, principles and communication priorities during a crisis.
5Media and Spokesperson CommunicationPreparing spokespersons and handling media-style questions with confidence.
2Crisis Communication PlanningPreparing plans, roles, channels, escalation and approval processes.
6Internal Crisis CommunicationCoordinating updates, employee communication and cross-team information flow.
3Stakeholder CommunicationUnderstanding stakeholder needs and adapting messages to different audiences.
7Crisis Response and RecoveryManaging communication as the situation develops and supporting recovery.
4Message Development and ControlBuilding clear, accurate and consistent messages under pressure.
8Crisis Review and Best PracticesReview communication performance and improve readiness.

?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 teams communicate clearly and consistently under pressure.

Interactive crisis facilitationFacilitated discussions, activities and realistic crisis communication examples.
Crisis scenariosPractise responses to realistic incidents, stakeholder concerns and difficult questions.
Guided communication practiceUse message templates, stakeholder maps and response exercises to build confidence.
Stakeholder discussionCompare communication choices and stakeholder perspectives across roles.
Crisis action planningTurn learning into clear communication roles, actions and next steps.

Where these skills show up at work

Where these skills show up at work

Practical communication skills that support teams before, during and after a crisis.

Internal crisis coordinationCoordinate updates, responsibilities and decisions across internal teams.
Stakeholder updatesCommunicate with customers, partners and other stakeholders during changing conditions.
Crisis information flowMove verified information through the right channels with appropriate speed and clarity.
Response communicationStructure communication actions, approvals and updates during an incident.
Leadership and spokesperson supportSupport leaders and designated spokespersons with clear, consistent messaging.
Digital crisis communicationUse digital channels appropriately while maintaining message accuracy and control.

Who should join?

Who should join?

Designed for professionals who may need to communicate, coordinate or support decisions during organisational crises.

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 prerequisitesOpen to all, with no specific academic or technical requirements. A willingness to learn is all you need.
Foundation to intermediate levelSuitable for professionals with little to moderate crisis communication experience. Content is practical and immediately applicable.
Suitable for cross-functional crisis teamsBrings together communications, HR, operations, leadership and other stakeholders who may have crisis communication responsibilities.

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 – Preparing for Crisis CommunicationFoundations, planning and stakeholder communication
09:00 – 10:30Welcome, introductions and crisis communication contextSetting the context for organisational crisis communication
10:30 – 12:00Module 1: Crisis Communication FoundationsRoles, principles and communication priorities
12:00 – 13:00Lunch break
13:00 – 14:30Module 2: Crisis Communication PlanningPlans, roles, channels, escalation and approvals
14:30 – 15:45Module 3: Stakeholder CommunicationStakeholder needs, expectations and message adaptation
15:45 – 17:00Module 4: Message Development and ControlClear, accurate and consistent crisis messages

Day 2 – Responding and RecoveringScenario practice, response communication and recovery
09:00 – 10:30Module 5: Media and Spokesperson CommunicationSpokesperson preparation and difficult questions
10:30 – 12:00Module 6: Internal Crisis CommunicationInternal updates and cross-team coordination
12:00 – 13:00Lunch break
13:00 – 14:30Module 7: Crisis Response and RecoveryCommunication as the situation develops and recovery begins
14:30 – 15:45Module 8: Crisis Review and Best PracticesReview communication performance and improve readiness
15:45 – 17:00Crisis action planning and next stepsCommunication priorities, roles and next steps

Delivery options

Flexible delivery, customisation and facilitation

Choose the delivery option that works best for your team. All programmes can be tailored to your organisation’s needs.

Onsite deliveryAt your premises

We deliver the course at your office or preferred location across Indonesia, minimising disruption to your team.

Virtual deliveryLive online, anywhere

An interactive virtual experience delivered via a secure platform, with the same high-quality content and engagement.

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 content, examples and exercises to reflect your industry, business goals and team experience.

?Need a crisis communication programme built 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

Practical resources to reinforce learning and support crisis communication application back at work.

Crisis communication learner’s guideKey principles, communication tools and reference material.
Crisis communication workbookScenarios, message exercises, stakeholder templates and action-planning worksheets.
Digital communication resourcesUseful checklists, templates and supporting resources where applicable.
Course handoutsKey models, frameworks 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.”

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“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.”

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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 crisis communication 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 crisis communication management?

Crisis communication management is the structured planning and delivery of clear, timely and consistent messages before, during and after a crisis.

2Who should attend this course?

It is suitable for managers, team leaders, communications staff, HR, operations, designated spokespersons and other employees involved in crisis communication.

3Can you customise the course for our organisation?

Yes. Scenarios, examples, stakeholder groups and exercises can be tailored to your organisation, industry and communication needs.

4Do you cover crisis communication planning?

Yes. The course covers communication roles, channels, escalation, approvals, stakeholder needs and practical planning considerations.

5Does the course include media and spokesperson communication?

Yes. Participants practise preparing messages and responding to difficult or unexpected questions.

6Will participants practise real crisis scenarios?

Yes. The programme uses realistic scenarios and guided exercises so participants can practise communication choices in context.

7Does the course cover internal employee communication?

Yes. Internal updates, coordination and information flow are included as part of crisis response communication.

8Does the course cover external stakeholders?

Yes. Participants consider how messages can be adapted for customers, partners, media and other external stakeholders.

9Do you provide course materials?

Participants receive a learner’s guide, workbook, digital resources and course handouts. PowerPoint slides are not provided.

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 where possible, allowing time for needs discussion and customisation. Shorter timelines may also be accommodated.

12Can the course be delivered virtually?

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

13What industries can benefit from this course?

The course can be adapted for organisations across sectors where clear crisis communication and stakeholder coordination are important.

14What is the investment for a corporate programme?

Fees depend on the course format, number of participants and delivery mode. Contact us for a customised proposal.

15Are there any government funding options?

Funding schemes vary by programme and eligibility. We can advise on what may apply to your organisation in Indonesia.

16Can we use our own crisis scenarios?

Yes. Your own scenarios can make the learning more relevant and can be incorporated into customised exercises.

17Do you conduct a training needs analysis?

Yes. We can discuss your communication risks, objectives and participant needs before the programme to sharpen the content.

18What do participants take back to work?

Participants take away practical frameworks, communication templates, scenario practice and an action plan for improving crisis communication.

19How do we get started?

Send us 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.

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A Stronger Indonesia.”

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