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OKR-BOK™ Certified Practitioner
Access the globally recognized OKR-BOK™ Certified Practitioner program through our immersive e-learning experience. Learn at your own pace and gain the tools to drive strategy, alignment, and results across your organization.
- 24 Core Modules covering the OKR-BOK™
- Access for 365 Days
- Asynchronous Learning
- Videos/Handouts/OKR Templates/Quizzes
- Digital Badge & Certificate
The Gold Standard in OKRs
OKR-BOK™ Certified Practitioner
This course includes:
- 24 Core Modules
- 25+ Downloadable Resources
- End of Module Assessments
- Annual Access
- Closed Caption
- OKR Setting / Review Templates
- Digital Badge - Shareable on LinkedIn
- Access to Global OKR Forum
- Available in e-Learning/Virtual/Face-to-Face Formats
Course in English
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About The Couse
OKR-BOK™ Certified Practitioner
Master the Gold Standard in Strategy Execution
The Certified OKR-BOK™ Practitioner is OKR International’s flagship online e-learning certification program, anchored in the globally recognized OKR-BOK™ (Body of Knowledge). This self-paced certification empowers business leaders, strategy professionals, and agile coaches with deep expertise in the Objective and Key Results (OKR) framework—equipping them to lead strategy execution with precision, clarity, and agility.
Built for today’s dynamic and outcome-driven organizations, this program goes far beyond basic OKR theory. It provides a holistic, practitioner-level approach to OKR implementation—integrating real-world application, advanced goal design, coaching techniques, and psychological safety to create a truly sustainable OKR culture.
TESTIMONIALS
What Our Clients Have To Say
We have found OKR International’s training and certification approach well-rounded, engaging, and practical. Working with OKR International has been a positive and rewarding partnership.
Jenn Price
Manager, Enterprise StrategyOKR International has played an instrumental part in enabling MetLife Gulf to implement the OKRs. OKR International team has guided us to set our organizational and departmental goals in a very structured and efficient manner.
Dimitris Mazarakis
CEO, MetLife GulfIt was a great and eye-opening experience. OKR International's content supports theoretical background with real life concrete examples.
Busra Ercokses Demir
Talent and Rewards Strategy Consulting, MercerGreat training, lots of concrete examples and practices, very knowledgeable instructors, good learning ambiance.
Sophie Racquet
Head of Alliance Connect and Digital ConnectivityThe certification course has been an eye opener as to the holistic nature of OKRs. It boils down to people - from leadership commitment to fostering a safe, transparent and collaborative company culture. Great fun, great learnings!
Jan Johnsen
Sr. Consultant - Performable (Norway)Nik is a genius in OKR with his real-life experiences providing an immersive and confident learning environment. His eLearning courses are top-notch, complemented by detailed handouts that fully equip you for every stage of OKR implementation. Great experience learning with OKR International.
Swapnil Thakare
Founder - ORENDDAH (Canada)It was a great and eye-opening experience. OKR International's content supports theoretical background with real life concrete examples.
Sri Phani Krishna Chinnapuvvula
Principal Consultant, InfosysAn excellent online course that teaches both professional and personal content. It also offers the opportunity to discuss real-life experiences at any time and immediately apply what you have learned.
Yves Leuzinger
Sr. Expert - OD at SBB CFF FFS (Switzerland)OKR international has given solid foundation in understanding the Concepts of OKR framework. The pedagogy has not only helped build great skills but also instilled in me the confidence to embark on my path as an OKR Coach.
Vijay Sinha
Executive Vice President-HR, JSWThe course is drafted well to help both beginners and intermediate OKR practitioners.
Malvika Sinha
Agile Coach - British TelecomGreat curriculum, great facilitator with vast experience in the field, great resources which make the investment count for starters in OKRs till experienced professionals.
Petroula Karagianni
Operations Manager, Omilia, GreeceThe course is essential to anyone that wants to set right the OKRs framework. It provided a clear understanding of how to set and align objectives effectively, measure key results and drive coaching conversations. Thank you Nik for being an amazing trainer and facilitator.
Stefania Cardos
Technical Program Manager, 8X8, Romania
Course objectives
What you'll learn
By the end of this course, you will be able to...
Module 1: Introduction to OKRs - 17min
- Learn why the OKR framework is a critical tool for success in today’s dynamic and volatile marketplace.
- Dive into the foundational aspects of OKRs, including their core definition and the essential principles that make them unique.
Module 2: OKR Examples - 23min
- Understand what makes certain OKRs stand out for their clarity, focus, and impact.
- Learn to recognize and avoid issues that result in poorly defined or ineffective OKRs.
- Discover practical illustrations of OKRs that can be adapted and applied to your specific organizational context.
Module 3: Types of Objectives - 10min
- Learn the difference between ambitious "moonshot" objectives that drive innovation and achievable "roofshot" objectives for steady progress.
- Understand how to differentiate long-term strategic objectives from short-term tactical ones to maintain alignment and focus.
- Explore the planning, execution, and benefits of setting both annual and quarterly objectives for structured goal-setting.
- Discover how to cascade and align objectives across organizational levels to ensure clarity and collaboration.
Module 4: Types of Key Results - 9min
- Learn about the six distinct types of Key Results, including their definitions and applications.
- Understand how to align these types of KRs with your objectives for clarity and impact.
- Recognize and avoid common pitfalls when setting Key Results to ensure they remain actionable and measurable.
Module 5: OKR Cycle & Key Rituals - 10min
- Understand the Importance of OKR Implementation.
- Master the OKR Cycle.
- Leverage Key Rituals for Success.
- Understand the practices that help embed OKRs into your organizational culture and make them a part of everyday operations.
Module 6: OKR Pitfalls to Avoid - 15min
- Identify the most frequent mistakes organizations make when implementing OKRs and understand their potential consequences.
- Discover actionable strategies to overcome challenges and ensure that OKRs remain effective and aligned with organizational goals.
- Gain insights into how leadership, culture, and team dynamics influence the success of OKRs.
- Learn how to use OKRs as a transformative tool, avoiding misuse or inefficiency.
Module 7: Mastering OKR Prioritization - 12min
- Learn why OKRs are not meant to cover all goals and activities but are instead reserved for a select few critical objectives.
- Gain clarity on how to identify and select "called-out" goals that are essential for your organization's health and transformation.
- Discover tools and techniques to systematically prioritize objectives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Understand the pitfalls of overloading OKRs with too many objectives and learn strategies to maintain focus.
Module 8: Input/Output/Outcome KRs - 13min
- Learn how to define Input KRs that focus on the resources, activities, and actions required to achieve your goals.
- Gain insights into crafting Output KRs that measure tangible deliverables and milestones.
- Discover the importance of Outcome KRs, which measure the ultimate impact and success of your objectives.
- Develop a deeper understanding of how to align Input, Output, and Outcome KRs with your company’s strategic goals.
Module 9: Leading & Lagging KRs - 7min
- Learn how to define Leading KRs that act as predictive measures, focusing on activities and inputs driving progress toward objectives.
- Gain insights into crafting Lagging KRs that measure the final outcomes and results of your objectives.
- Identify and address common issues teams face in setting effective KRs, ensuring progress is trackable throughout the OKR cycle.
- Develop the ability to strike a balance between Leading and Lagging KRs for comprehensive and actionable performance tracking.
Module 10: Balancing OKRs - 15min
- Learn why balancing OKRs is crucial for maintaining focus, adaptability, and long-term success.
- Discover seven essential ways to create balanced OKRs.
- Understand how to implement a structured approach to ensure OKRs remain relevant and impactful over time.
Module 11: OKR Templates - 19min
- Learn how to use a single-level OKR template for straightforward goal-setting and alignment.
- Discover the value of scaled OKR templates for managing objectives across multiple levels and departments within an organization.
- Gain insights into how templates can help synchronize objectives across teams to drive focus and impact.
- Learn how to adapt templates to fit the specific structure and needs of your organization.
Module 12: Causes of Poor Performance - 5min
- Learn about the three universal causal factors that commonly hinder the success of OKR implementation, based on over a decade of research.
- Discover actionable strategies to address and overcome these challenges during the OKR implementation process.
- Gain insights into how to structure meaningful conversations with teams to align efforts and enhance performance.
- Learn to recognize early warning signs of poor performance and take corrective actions to ensure successful OKR adoption.
Module 13: The S.A.F.E™ Model - 6min
- Learn about each component of the S.A.F.E™ Model and its significance in the OKR framework.
- Discover practical ways to use the S.A.F.E™ Model in various organizational contexts, ensuring better alignment and execution.
- Gain insights into leveraging the S.A.F.E™ Model during OKR review sessions to evaluate progress and drive improvements.
- Develop the skills to effectively incorporate the S.A.F.E™ Model into your OKR practices for consistent success.
Module 14: S.A.F.E™ Model Applications - 8min
- Gain insights into how the S.A.F.E™ Model, developed by OKR International, serves as a specialized framework for optimizing OKR implementation.
- Review common OKR implementation challenges and discover how to address them using the SAFE Model.
- Learn how to apply the S.A.F.E™ Model in different contexts to ensure alignment, focus, and successful execution of OKRs.
- Understand how the S.A.F.E™ Model can be integrated into your organization’s OKR practices to streamline and enhance outcomes.
Module 15: Appreciative Listening - 13min
- Learn how to listen beyond spoken words to capture underlying emotions, intentions, and qualities.
- Explore the foundational principles and structured process that enable effective Appreciative Listening.
- Acquire the skills to provide meaningful and appropriate acknowledgment, fostering deeper connections and understanding.
- Discover how to integrate Appreciative Listening into coaching scenarios for more impactful conversations.
Module 16: Catalytic Questioning - 13min
- Learn what Catalytic Questioning is and why it is vital for fast-tracking progress during coaching conversations.
- Discover a structured method for crafting sharply focused questions that encourage self-reflection and solution-finding.
- Acquire the skills to help others uncover their own answers, fostering ownership and deeper insights.
- Gain practical experience in using Catalytic Questioning to drive meaningful and transformative coaching outcomes.
Module 17: Mastering Coaching Principles
- Understand how Appreciative Listening and Catalytic Questioning form the foundation of impactful OKR conversations.
- Learn how coaching principles can be applied in various OKR scenarios, including feedback, coaching conversations, and acknowledgment.
- Gain insights into activating productive OKR conversations that foster alignment, engagement, and growth.
- Learn strategies to use coaching as a tool for driving meaningful results and enhancing OKR adoption.
Module 18: Coaching Conversations
- Learn how coaching fosters alignment, accountability, and engagement by connecting individual and team efforts to organizational objectives.
- Identify situations where coaching conversations can add value, such as addressing challenges, enhancing alignment, or celebrating progress.
- Discover techniques to structure impactful coaching dialogues that inspire reflection, clarity, and action.
- Gain strategies to make coaching a consistent and integral part of the OKR process, driving sustainable performance improvement.
Module 19: Delivering Feedback - 9min
- Learn how feedback serves as a dialogue to address gaps in expectations and align efforts with objectives.
- Discover structured methods for delivering feedback that is clear, actionable, and focused on improvement.
- Gain insights into creating a safe environment for feedback, encouraging open dialogue, and building trust within teams.
- Understand how to tie feedback to OKR progress and ensure it drives meaningful outcomes.
Module 20: Acknowledgement - 6min
- Learn how acknowledgment serves as a critical element of OKR conversations by recognizing achievements and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Discover how thoughtful acknowledgment can build trust within teams and strengthen relationships.
- Understand how celebrating successes motivates individuals and teams to continue striving toward their goals.
- Learn practical strategies to make acknowledgment a regular and meaningful part of your OKR processes.
Module 21: Building Psychological Safety - 8min
- Learn what psychological safety is and why it is the foundation of effective OKR conversations, including coaching, feedback, and acknowledgment.
- Understand how psychological safety enables individuals to share ideas, raise concerns, and discuss mistakes without fear of embarrassment or punishment.
- Discover actionable strategies to create and sustain an environment of psychological safety within your teams.
- Learn how psychological safety transforms OKR-related interactions into opportunities for growth, alignment, and innovation.
Module 22: OKR Check-Ins - 3min
- Learn why regular OKR check-ins are essential for sustaining focus, alignment, and progress.
- Discover how to structure and run effective check-ins that provide valuable insights into the progress of your objectives.
- Understand how check-ins help identify and resolve issues or roadblocks before they impact OKR outcomes.
- Learn techniques to use check-ins as a tool for driving team engagement and reinforcing accountability.
Module 23: OKR Cadenced Reviews - 6min
- Learn the purpose and importance of regular OKR Cadenced Reviews in maintaining focus and progress.
- Discover how reviews ensure that team efforts align with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
- Gain insights into using reviews as opportunities for reflection, learning, and continuous improvement.
- Learn practical techniques for conducting effective reviews that enhance accountability and performance.
Module 24: Bonus Handouts
Available in English Course Option Only
- This module comes with a series of handouts/articles that will help further strengthen the OKR Body of Knowledge. For more such articles and reports, please visit our OKR Library.
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Take your goal-setting skills to the next level with the OKR-BOK™ Certified Practitioner course. This globally recognized online OKR course offers a structured path to becoming a certified OKR practitioner, equipping you with practical skills in OKR strategy execution, agile OKRs, and the OKR framework for high-impact results.
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OKR-BOK™ Certified Practitioner - FAQs
What is the OKR-BOK™ Certified Practitioner?
The OKR-BOK™ Certified Practitioner is a globally recognized e-learning certification program based on the OKR Body of Knowledge (OKR-BOK™). It equips learners with practical skills to design, implement, and coach OKRs in organizations across industries.
Who should take this OKR Certification course?
This course is ideal for team leaders, HR professionals, strategy heads, agile coaches, consultants, and anyone responsible for driving performance and alignment within teams or organizations.
How is this course different from other courses?
Unlike generic goal-setting programs, this course is based on the proprietary OKR-BOK™, includes 24 detailed video based instructional modules, OKR templates and real-world use cases. It is also backed by OKR International’s global credibility.
How long do I have access to the course content?
You get one full year of access to all course modules in the OKR-BOK Certified Practitioner course, downloadable resources, and access to the Global OKR Forum.
Will I receive a certificate after completion?
Upon completing all modules and assessments, you'll receive a Digital OKR-BOK™ Certified Practitioner badge that can be shared on LinkedIn and resumes.
How much time will it take to complete the course?
The course is self-paced. Most learners complete it in 10–15 hours, including assessments and practice assignments.
Can I purchase this course for my team?
Absolutely. The OKR-BOK™ Certified Practitioner course can be offered as enterprise solutions with group pricing, and customized in-house facilitation. Contact us at info@okrinternational.com for team licenses or virtual/in-person workshops.
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