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Support the practices that sustain an OKR cycle
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Build the internal support for effective OKR adoption
OKR adoption requires clear priorities, capable facilitators, and consistent working practices. Internal champions help teams understand the approach, develop meaningful objectives and key results, and maintain the connection between strategic direction and the work carried out each cycle.
Develop practical OKR facilitation capabilities
Apply the OKRmentors approach to understand when OKRs are appropriate, assess implementation prerequisites, and support teams through the cycle. Develop capabilities in objective definition, alignment, facilitation, and the integration of OKRs into existing organizational practices
Connect the methodology with organizational practice
Work through OKRmentors case studies alongside regional examples and casework. Apply the concepts through practical exercises, examining how facilitation, stakeholder support, and change management contribute to adoption and the continued development of the OKR practice.
Practical Capabilities for Organizational Value
Facilitate OKR practices
Prepare and facilitate the workshops and review activities within an OKR cycle, clarifying their purpose, expected contributions, and the follow-through required from participants.
Develop meaningful OKRs
Help teams formulate objectives and key results that express intended outcomes, provide a useful basis for assessing progress, and reflect relevant strategic priorities.
Coordinate an OKR cycle
Support the progression from strategic guidance and objective definition through alignment, check-ins, review, and reflection, maintaining clarity about responsibilities and dependencies.
Assess adoption challenges
Identify factors affecting participation, consistency, and progress, and determine appropriate facilitation or change management responses to support the continued development of the practice.
Integrate organizational practices
Connect OKRs with existing planning, prioritization, and review arrangements, clarifying their purpose and reducing unnecessary duplication across the organization's strategy execution system.
Support an internal champion community
Establish shared practices and opportunities for learning among champions, helping them coordinate support, exchange experience, and improve the quality of facilitation across teams.
Standardize OKR quality
Establish a more consistent approach to defining objectives and key results, helping teams express priorities clearly and assess progress through meaningful evidence.
Strengthen alignment across teams
Identify shared priorities, dependencies, and potential conflicts during the planning process, improving coordination before teams commit to the work of the cycle.
Support sustained adoption
Develop the facilitation and internal support needed to maintain participation, address implementation challenges, and improve the OKR practice as organizational experience grows.
Connect strategy and working practices
Integrate OKRs with established planning and review arrangements, supporting a clear relationship between strategic priorities, team contributions, and the decisions made during execution.
Build internal capability
Build a network of practitioners who can guide teams, support consistent application, and contribute to the ongoing development of the organization’s OKR approach.
Maintain visibility of priorities
Establish regular conversations about progress and obstacles, helping teams keep strategic outcomes visible and make informed adjustments throughout the OKR cycle.
Certification Learning Journey
The OKR Cycle
Demonstrate Your Learning Through Applied Assessment
21 hours — 20h live delivery + 1h examination
Issued by OKRmentors. Verify a certificate
Attendance
Completing the live delivery, with at least 80% attendance.
Certified OKR Champion
Attendance plus a pass in the examination — one hour, multiple choice, sat online within thirty days.
Practical Tools for Continued Application
Use the templates, facilitation guides, and supporting resources supplied with the program. Apply them to prepare working sessions, guide team discussions, and support consistent practices throughout the OKR cycle.
Retain the work developed through the program’s practical activities. Review the objectives, key results, and facilitation outputs to reinforce your learning and support application within an appropriate organizational context.
Access the practitioner network to exchange experience and continue learning. Connect with other practitioners to explore implementation questions, share perspectives, and develop your understanding of OKR practice.
Learn From Consulting Experience
Fadi Al-Jafari
Strategy, Digital-Twin Modeler & Intelligence Consultant, NEO&
Fadi is a strategy, digital-twin modeler and intelligence consultant who helps leadership teams connect strategic choices, the resources behind them and the evidence of results. For more than fourteen years across the GCC and MENA, he has advised governmental, semi-governmental and private organizations on strategy, modeling, performance and intelligence. He has modeled strategies, led strategy and performance system audits, and developed and cascaded strategy and performance systems for leading organizations. He has also delivered certification programs to more than 4,000 professionals, from C-suite to frontline, combining structured methods with practical applications in his delivery.
Scheduled Programs
| Certification | Dates | Language | Certified by | Fee | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Certified OKR ChampionOKRC | 25–29 Oct 2026Afternoon | Arabic |  | $1,400$1,300 USD | Book a seat |
| Certified OKR ChampionOKRC | 8–12 Nov 2026Morning | Arabic | | $1,400$1,300 USD | Book a seat |
| Certified OKR ChampionOKRC | 6–10 Dec 2026Afternoon | Arabic | | $1,400 USD | Book a seat |
| Certified OKR ChampionOKRC | 20–24 Dec 2026Morning | Arabic | | $1,400 USD | Book a seat |
Frequently Asked Questions
PLAN YOUR PARTICIPATION
How is the program delivered?
The program is delivered live online through Microsoft Teams over five days, Sunday through Thursday.
Which language is used?
The delivery language is specified for each scheduled program. Arabic delivery retains relevant technical terminology in English. English delivery is also available for in-house programs on request.
What happens if I cannot attend a session?
Sessions are not recorded. You must attend at least 80% of the live program to meet the attendance requirement. Contact us if you expect to miss a session so we can explain any available arrangements under the program rules and transfer policy.
What are the cancellation and transfer options?
Cancellation and transfer options depend on when your request is received. Each booking includes one eligible transfer without an additional NEO& transfer charge, subject to the policy conditions. Refunds may exclude eligible nonrefundable third-party transaction charges. Review the Refunds and Transfers Policy for the complete terms.
Does the displayed fee include VAT?
Yes. The displayed fee for this scheduled program includes VAT.
PROGRAM-SPECIFIC QUESTIONS
What is the focus of OKRC?
OKRC develops the capabilities needed to facilitate OKR practices, guide teams, and support implementation across departments. It combines OKR foundations with practical application, cycle coordination, and change management considerations.
Do I need prior OKR experience?
No prior implementation experience is required. The program begins with the foundations, purpose, and prerequisites of OKRs before progressing to facilitation and organizational application.
How does OKRC differ from OKRL?
OKRC is intended for practitioners who facilitate, coordinate, and support OKR implementation. OKRL is intended for leaders who sponsor the approach, guide their teams, and connect team objectives with strategic priorities.
What software do I need?
No specialized OKR software is required. The program focuses on the methodology, facilitation, and casework using the materials and templates provided.
Let's discuss your priorities
Tell us about your organizational priorities. We will review your inquiry and respond within three working days.
