ICMA Centre of Excellence (COE) successfully concluded its professional training program titled “The Hybrid Managers – Leading with Technology” at Movenpick Hotel, Karachi, on October 15, 2025. The program brought together professionals from various sectors, aiming to strengthen leadership capabilities in managing hybrid teams and technology-driven organizations. With industries increasingly adapting to digital ecosystems, the course provided participants with practical frameworks to understand, implement, and lead through technology integration and data-driven decision-making.
The training emphasized how the evolving role of leadership now requires a deep understanding of artificial intelligence, digital platforms, and agile management structures. Participants explored how AI-enabled tools can be leveraged to enhance team collaboration, productivity, and informed decision-making. The program focused on building leaders who can navigate digital transformation with confidence while maintaining a balance between people and performance. By encouraging participants to analyze real-world challenges in hybrid work settings, the course helped them identify strategies for effective transformation management and continuous learning in dynamic environments.
Through interactive sessions and expert-led discussions, attendees learned how to apply emerging technologies to drive business value and sustain innovation. A significant aspect of the course was the emphasis on developing adaptive leadership qualities that foster inclusivity, engagement, and resilience. Participants gained insights into cultivating a mindset aligned with innovation and adaptability, equipping them to handle the complexities of hybrid team structures where physical and virtual collaboration intersect. The program also highlighted how technology can be used as an enabler for organizational growth, enabling leaders to anticipate shifts in workforce behavior and respond with agility.
The training served as an important platform for leadership development within Pakistan’s corporate and public sectors, reinforcing ICMA’s commitment to advancing management excellence. As organizations across industries face increasing digital pressures, the Centre of Excellence continues to support leaders in acquiring the tools and perspectives required to guide teams through transformation. By integrating technology with leadership principles, ICMA aims to nurture a new generation of managers who are prepared to lead strategically, ethically, and effectively in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
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