Activity Details

Course Objectives

Understand the Fundamentals of Standards Development: Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the key concepts, processes, and terminologies involved in standards development, including the roles of different standards development organizations (SDOs) and the significance of consensus-building.

2. Identify Competence Requirements: Learners will be able to identify and articulate the specific competencies required for professionals involved in standards development, including technical expertise, negotiation skills, strategic thinking, and effective communication.

3. Develop Effective Participation Strategies: Participants will learn how to effectively participate in standards development processes, including strategies for contributing to working groups, drafting documents, and navigating the consensus-building process.

4. Enhance Leadership and Influence in Standards Development:

 Learners will develop skills to effectively lead standards development initiatives, influence policy and decision-making processes, and advocate for the adoption of standards that benefit their industry or sector.

5. Apply Ethical and Inclusive Practices: The course will emphasize the importance of ethical considerations and the inclusion of diverse perspectives in standards development, equipping participants with the skills to ensure that standards reflect broad needs and are free from bias.

6. Leverage Standards for Innovation and Compliance: Participants will learn how to leverage standards to drive innovation within their organizations, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and gain a competitive advantage in their industry.

By the end of this course, participants will be well-prepared to actively and effectively contribute to standards development processes, leveraging their enhanced competencies to influence standards that shape the future of their industries.

Who should attend

Persons interested in facilitating and leading the standards development process

including convenors, committee participants and other SDO staff.

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