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Change Ninja overview

  • Neuroscience based and people focused.
  • Supports all existing methodologies, frameworks and processes.
  • The Change Ninja Ltd in collaboration with Professor Eddie Obeng
  • On-line virtual classroom or self study using the Change Ninja Handbook.
  • 4 x 2 hour modules, typically held weekly.

Who is Change Ninja Certification for?

Typically those leading and working in change including C-suite, PMO, PMs, Business managers and Change Managers.

Benefits of Change Ninja Certification

Individual benefits

  • Increased understanding of how the brain has evolved and how it drives behaviors, emotions and feelings.
  • Hacks to shift your approach to change
  • Insights to understand why people behave and react the way they do to change
  • Strategies for managing change with people in mind to avoid the challenges change brings and get people excited by the change

 

Organizational benefits

  • Improved well-being of staff, leading to increased motivation and decreased stress
  • Efficient and productive tools to deliver change at speed and save time
  • Ensure the change being delivered is solving an actual problem
  • Outcomes of change delivered and well received

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FAQs

What is Change Ninja?

The 4‑Day Ninja Challenge is a live, small group training program from The Change Ninja Ltd designed to help managers, change leaders, and professionals become “Change Ninjas.” Over four sessions with application of learning between sessions, you’ll learn how to lead change with stealth, influence, and emotional intelligence, guided by neuroscience-backed techniques.

You will learn how to lead change like a ninja (using stealth-like interventions) and explore how the brain reacts to change, ensuring that you can shift your mindset and the mindset of others to embrace change with less stress and more motivation.

What companies use Change Ninja?

Individuals from the following organizations have benefitted from completing the 4 Day Ninja Challenge:

  • National Health Service (UK)
  • Stagecoach UK Bus
  • UK Parliament
  • The Scottish Government
  • American Express
  • National Trust
  • Babcock International
  • BBC

Are there any comparisons to alternative methods?

This course is pretty unique in that it focuses on the types of behaviors and challenges we face when dealing with change. It’s the human connections and approaches that need to change to ensure the frameworks, methodologies and processes work. The Prosci ADKAR method is the closest alternative but it still a method to ‘apply’. The Change Ninja is more about experience, reflection and building new approaches for brain friendly change.

Do I have to receive training to sit the exam?

No, however it is recommended that individuals attend The 4-Day Ninja Challenge training course. Class sizes are restricted to 10 participants, providing hands-on practice, personalized feedback and peer support.

In addition to receiving training, individuals also have the option of self-study to prepare for the Change Ninja examination. APMG International administers online exam sessions to accommodate those who self study. Please visit our public exam website to obtain additional information.

How can I train for the Change Ninja examination?

The 4-day Ninja Challenge training course is available from The Change Ninja Ltd. Please visit their website to find out more about the Change Ninja course.  

How do I sit the exam?

The examination is included as part of the training course, but please check this is part of the package when booking.

For those who self-study, the exam can be taken anywhere in the world, from the comfort of your home or workplace, with online proctoring.  A proctor will access your exam as you take it to monitor the exam environment through your computer's desktop, webcam and microphone.

Once you have booked an exam, you will be given a registration email to schedule an appointment with your live proctor via our Candidate Portal. Our online proctoring system allows you to take your exam anytime as sessions are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For booking an exam or to find out more, please visit our public examination website.

How much does it cost to sit the Change Ninja examination?

If you are sitting the Change Ninja examination as part of The 4-Day Ninja Challenge course, the cost of the exam is generally included in the course fee but please check at the time of booking.

APMG-International uses a global pricing structure, therefore, if you are studying from home, the cost depends on the country in which the exam is taken. Find out the cost in your region.

How much does the training course cost?

The cost of the training course is set by the training provider. Training providers may offer public courses (where individuals can book a place on an advertised course date) as well as in-company training for you and your colleagues.

Most training providers are now offering online, self-paced training as well as virtual classroom delivery, so please check their websites for details of the course formats, availability and prices.

Please contact The Change Ninja Ltd to request a quote.

Are there any pre-requisites for the Change Ninja examination?

No, there are no pre-requisites for the Change Ninja examination.

What are the main publications for Change Ninja and where can I purchase them?

The Change Ninja Foundation exam is based on The Change Ninja Handbook.

Which languages is the Change Ninja examination available in?

The Change Ninja Foundation exam is available in English.

Which languages is the Change Ninja Handbook available in?

The Change Ninja Handbook is available in English.

How long will it take to learn the Change Ninja material?

For individuals who are self-studying, it is almost impossible to say. As all candidates have different experience and time available for study, it varies from person to person. We suggest you buy the manual and have a look through for yourself before deciding how long you need to spend learning.

For those attending a training course, the Foundation course is generally delivered over 4 days.

What is the structure of the Change Ninja examination?

The structure of the Change Ninja Foundation exam is:

  • 30 multiple choice questions
  • Pass mark is 20 (or more) out of 30
  • Exam duration: 30 minutes
  • Closed book (no reference materials permitted)

Can I take any books or supporting materials into the exam?

No reference materials are permitted during the Change Ninja Foundation exam.

What is the pass mark for the Change Ninja examination?

You will need to score 20 marks or more (out of 30) to pass the Change Ninja Foundation exam.

Is there a sample paper that I can practice on?

Yes, all candidates can access a sample exam paper to practice on via the Candidate Portal. Access to the Candidate Portal is given once you have purchased a self-study exam or your training provider has registered your exam date and time with APMG.

How long is the Change Ninja qualification valid for?

The Change Ninja Foundation exam is valid indefinitely and does not expire.

When can I expect the results of my Change Ninja examination?

The Change Ninja Foundation examination can be marked at the end of your exam session with provisional results provided.

APMG will issue formal notification of your exam result once your exam paper has been received back into our office. All results will be made available in your Candidate Portal.

When will I receive my certificate?

Candidates will be able to claim their Change Ninja digital badge and electronic certificate from their APMG Candidate Portal within two business days of their exam result being issued.

What is a Change Ninja digital badge?

Digital badges allow you to easily showcase your achievements online.

When you pass an exam - you'll instantly have the option to claim a digital badge representing your new certificate.

Your badge can be embedded on an email signature, website, social media or digital CV.

With just one click employers, customers and clients can easily view and verify your credentials and skills.

For more information, please see our guidelines on sharing digital badges.

How do I claim my Change Ninja digital badge?

Once you’ve been notified that you’ve passed your Change Ninja Foundation exam - you will have the option to create a digital badge in APMG's Candidate Portal.

Visit APMG's Candidate Portal, view your exam results and select 'Create Badge'.

This takes you to the Credly website where the digital badges are hosted. You will be guided through the Credly account creation process.

Once you have created an account with Credly - login into the account and accept your pending badge.

How do I access my digital badge and/or certificate?

You can always access all your electronic certificates and badges via the APMG Candidate Portal. Once you have logged on to the Candidate Portal, click on the ‘Badges and Certificates’ option from the menu bar at the top of screen. From here you should click on the ‘Create Badge/Certificate’ button. This will take you to the Credly platform to create an account and download your Change Ninja badge and certificate.

Step-by-step guidance is available to download from the ‘Badges and Certificates’ area in your Candidate Portal.

Electronic certificates are environmentally friendly, but you can print the certificate yourself at home or work, if required.

If you have any problems with accessing your digital certificate, please contact our Customer Interaction Team - customerservice@apmg-international.com

Can I use the Change Ninja logo?

Only organizations licensed to do so are allowed to use the Change Ninja ‘ninja head’ logo. Individuals are not permitted to use the Change Ninja logo, however, everyone who passes the exam is awarded with a digital badge which can be shared on social media and embedded into your CV/résumé.

Can I earn PMI® PDUs for attending an accredited training course?

It is possible to earn PMI Education PDUs for attending third-party provider training (training courses not offered by a PMI Authorized Training Partner), as long as the training meets the requirements around the skill areas of the PMI Talent Triangle. Please check the PMI website for further details on how to record your PDUs and what supporting evidence is required.

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