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Objective:

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To introduce participants to the fundamentals of consulting, preparing them for career and opportunities in the consulting industry.

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Module 1: Fundamentals of Consulting

Duration: 4 weeks
Key Topics:

1. Introduction to Consulting:

   • What is consulting?

   • The role of a consultant.

   • Types of consulting practices (management, strategy, IT, HR, etc.).

2. Consulting Ethics and Professionalism:

   • Ethical considerations in consulting.

   • Building trust and maintaining confidentiality.

3. Essential Consultant Skills:

   • Communication and interpersonal skills.

   • Problem-solving and analytical thinking.

   • Time management and organization.

Activities:

• Case studies on consulting success stories.

• Group discussions on ethics and professionalism.

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Module 2: Understanding Clients and Problems

Duration: 4 weeks
Key Topics:

1. Identifying Client Needs:

   • Understanding client challenges and pain points.

   • Conducting effective client interviews.

2. Problem Definition:

   • Framing and articulating problems.

   • Tools for root cause analysis (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram).

3. Building Relationships with Clients:

   • Establishing rapport and trust.

   • Managing client expectations.

Activities:

• Role-play: Conducting mock client interviews.

• Problem-solving exercises using real-world scenarios.

 

 

Module 3: The Consulting Process

Duration: 4 weeks
Key Topics:

1. The Consulting Framework:

   • Phases of a consulting engagement: Entry, Diagnosis, Solution Design, Implementation, and Exit.

2. Basic Research and Data Collection:

   • Gathering data to inform solutions.

   • Introduction to basic data analysis techniques.

3. Delivering Recommendations:

   • Structuring and presenting consulting deliverables.

   • Using visuals to support recommendations.

Activities:

• Workshop: Developing a simple consulting proposal.

• Practice presentations of mock recommendations.

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Final Project:

• 3000 Word Essay