Certified OKR (Objective & Key Results) Expert (COKRE)

OKR (Objective & Key Results) Expert

Course Title: Mastering OKRs: Driving Performance and Alignment

Module 1: Introduction to OKRs

• What are OKRs?
• History and evolution of OKRs (Intel, Google, etc.)
• Benefits of OKRs vs. traditional goal-setting methods
• Common misconceptions about OKRs

Module 2: Foundations of OKRs

• Structure of OKRs: Objectives vs. Key Results
• Characteristics of good OKRs (Specific, Measurable, Ambitious, Time-bound)
• OKR cycle and timeline
• Stretch goals vs. achievable goals

Module 3: Setting Effective Objectives

• Crafting clear and inspiring objectives
• Aligning objectives with company mission, vision, and strategy
• Examples of strong vs. weak objectives

Module 4: Designing Key Results

• Turning objectives into measurable outcomes
• Quantitative vs. qualitative key results
• Avoiding activity-based key results
• Practical exercises: Writing measurable KRs

Module 5: OKR Alignment and Cascading

• Company-level, team-level, and individual OKRs
• Vertical and horizontal alignment
• Balancing top-down and bottom-up OKRs
• Case study: Successful OKR alignment

Module 6: Implementing OKRs

• The OKR cycle (planning, execution, tracking, review)
• OKR tools and software (Weekdone, Perdoo, Google Sheets, etc.)
• Best practices for OKR rollout
• Common pitfalls and how to avoid them

Module 7: Monitoring and Tracking Progress

• Weekly check-ins and scoring OKRs
• Using dashboards and progress reports
• Adjusting OKRs mid-cycle
• OKR grading (0.0–1.0 scale)

Module 8: OKRs and Performance Management

• Difference between OKRs and KPIs
• OKRs as a growth and alignment tool (not compensation)
• Integrating OKRs into performance reviews carefully
• Encouraging a culture of learning and accountability

Module 9: Leadership and Change Management in OKRs

• Role of leaders in driving OKR adoption
• Building organizational buy-in
• Coaching teams on OKRs
• Communicating progress effectively

Module 10: Case Studies and Practical Application

• Case studies: Google, LinkedIn, NGOs, Startups
• Group activity: Drafting OKRs for a sample business
• Peer review and feedback
• Real-world examples of success and failure

Module 11: Scaling OKRs

• OKRs in startups vs. large enterprises
• Adapting OKRs for different industries (tech, education, healthcare, etc.)
• OKRs in remote and hybrid teams