Leadership in Economic Uncertainty: Adapting to Market Shocks and Shifts

This workshop equips leaders with a structured framework to lead through periods of economic uncertainty and disruption. It focuses on developing the capacity to guide teams and organizations through external pressures such as unexpected tariffs, tax changes, and unanticipated economic shifts—both contraction and expansion.

Rather than reacting to events, participants will learn how to lead the change, adapting business strategies and team dynamics in real time. The session emphasizes decision-making under volatility, fostering organizational resilience, and maintaining clarity of purpose when conditions shift rapidly.

Practical scenarios and structured models will support participants in strengthening their leadership response to dynamic market conditions.

Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

  • Understand the impact of external market forces—such as tariffs, tax changes and economic volatility—on organizational stability and leadership priorities.
  • Apply a structured leadership framework to adapt strategies and guide teams through periods of rapid change and uncertainty.
  • Develop practical approaches to scenario planning, resource reallocation, and communication during both contraction and expansion cycles.
  • Strengthen organizational resilience by identifying operational vulnerabilities and implementing responsive, forward-looking solutions.
  • Examine the ethical responsibilities of leadership during disruptive change, including transparency, fairness in decision-making, and the long-term implications of strategic responses.

Content
Topics include:

  • External market forces and their impact on business continuity
  • Frameworks for adaptive leadership in volatile environments
  • Strategic responses to unplanned economic shifts and policy changes
  • Leading organizational change during periods of disruption
  • Ethical considerations in decision-making under pressure
  • Building resilience through scenario thinking and resource flexibility

Prerequisites – Knowledge, Experience or Courses
Participants should have a foundational understanding of business operations and strategic planning. While no formal prerequisites are required, the course is best suited for individuals with experience in a leadership, management, or decision-making role.

Applicable For

  • Business leaders, senior managers, and functional decision-makers responsible for guiding teams or business units
  • Individuals in roles that require strategic planning, organizational adaptability, or cross-functional leadership in response to external economic or policy shift

Presented by PD Partner: CPA Pro

What to Expect

  • Two emails will be sent from CPA Manitoba following your registration: one to confirm your order and one including information on how to access the course through your Learning Hub.
  • Once sent, these emails can also be found in the Communication tab of your CPA Manitoba Member Portal.
  • This course is designed for participants to view while following along with the course material provided.
  • This self-study course allows you to save your progress and return to continue at a later date. 
  • A certificate of completion can be provided.*  

Access to this course will be available for 180 days after registration. After this time, access to the course will no longer be available.

*To receive a certificate of completion, users must complete all course elements including a short quiz at the end of the course. Unlimited quiz attempts are available until a passing grade of 80% or better is achieved. After you have achieved 80% or better, you will no longer be able to access the quiz. 

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When
11/15/2025 - 8/31/2026 11:59 PM
Central Standard Time

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