Case Study: BOLDLY’s Leadership Development Program Delivered Across APAC

QIAGEN, a global provider of sample and assay technologies for molecular diagnostics and life sciences, identified a critical need for leadership development in its APAC region. The company's future regional leaders, predominantly from highly technical backgrounds, required enhanced commercial acumen and people-leadership skills to meet the demands of QIAGEN's succession plan.

QIAGEN needed to adapt its global leadership program, originally developed in Germany, to address the specific needs of its APAC leadership group. The challenge was to create a program that would:

1. Bridge the gap between technical expertise and leadership skills
2. Develop commercial acumen in scientifically-oriented professionals
3. Address the unique cultural and business contexts of the APAC region

BOLDLY's Approach

BOLDLY partnered with QIAGEN to tailor the global leadership program for the APAC audience. Our approach included:

1. Needs Assessment: Conducting in-depth interviews with key stakeholders to understand regional requirements
2. Program Adaptation: Modifying the existing curriculum to incorporate APAC-specific case studies and scenarios
3. Experiential Learning: Designing interactive workshops and simulations to practice new skills
4. Coaching and Mentoring: Implementing a robust support system for ongoing development
5. Cultural Sensitivity: Ensuring the program respected and leveraged diverse cultural perspectives across APAC which included China, Korea, Australia, and Singapore to name the majority

BOLDLY developed a comprehensive leadership development program that included:

• Multi-module workshops covering topics such as strategic thinking, financial acumen, and people management
• Action learning projects addressing real business challenges in QIAGEN APAC
• One-on-one coaching sessions with experienced coaches from the industry
• Peer mentoring groups for collaborative learning and support
• Virtual learning components to accommodate geographically dispersed participants

Outcomes

The leadership development program delivered significant results for QIAGEN. There was a marked improvement in cross-functional collaboration, peer networking, and engagement scores amongst staff.

A HR Director for QIAGEN APAC, commented on the program's success:

Key Factors for Success

In this example we see the following factors impacted the outcome of this case.

1. Tailored Content: Adapting the global program to address specific APAC needs and contexts
2. Blended Learning Approach: Combining workshops, action learning, and virtual components
3. Emphasis on Practical Application: Focusing on real-world business challenges faced by QIAGEN APAC leaders
4. Ongoing Support: Implementing coaching and mentoring to reinforce learning and drive behavioral change
5. Cultural Sensitivity: Respecting and leveraging diverse perspectives across the APAC region

The APAC program continues to evolve, with alumni now serving as mentors for new participants, creating a sustainable leadership development ecosystem within the organization. You can find more information about BOLDLY’s signature leadership development approach here: https://boldly.app/leadership 

For a detailed understanding of how these programs can be tailored to your specific needs, reach out to us at connect@BOLDLY.app. Your step towards this investment could redefine the future of leadership within your organisation.