OKR Foundations — Online Course
Write better OKRs. Know exactly why they work.
The online version of our OKR Creator training — built from real-world delivery to 2,000+ people at organisations including Shell, BBC, CitiBank and Capital One. 2–3 hours. Self-paced. Certificate included.
Built on delivery to
2,000+ delegates trainedOrganisations include
ShellBBCCitiBankCapital OneWhat you’ll be able to do
A practical foundation — not just theory
This course is the online version of our OKR Creator training — the same practical foundation as our one-day workshop, in a flexible, self-paced format. Built from our experience delivering in-person OKR training to over 2,000 people, it focuses on real-world application. You’ll work through examples, critique exercises and guided tasks to build confidence immediately.
By the end of this course you will be able to:
Understand the problems OKRs are designed to solve — and why most teams get it wrong
Translate strategy into clear, outcome-focused OKRs
Distinguish between strong and weak OKRs with confidence
Write clearer, more effective Objectives
Create measurable Key Results that track real progress — not just activity
OKR Foundations
Online Course
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While the online course is in development, our live OKR team training is available to book immediately — facilitator-led and tailored to your team.
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Everything you need to start writing better OKRs
Built from our in-person training experience — the same materials, exercises and frameworks we have used with thousands of people, now available on demand.
Self-paced video lessons
Work through the material on your own schedule — revisit any module as many times as you need.
Practical exercises and examples
Critique real OKRs, work through guided tasks and apply what you're learning straight away.
Downloadable tools and checklists
Templates and reference materials you can use in your own OKR cycle straight after the course.
A real-world case study
See how the concepts play out in practice with a worked example drawn from real delivery.
Certificate of completion
Receive a certificate when you finish — useful for professional development records and L&D reporting.
Who benefits most
The course is designed for
If you’re new to OKRs, responsible for a rollout, or supporting a team that needs to build a shared understanding quickly — this course is the right starting point.
- ·Product Owners
- ·Scrum Masters
- ·Developers and Engineers
- ·Tech Leads
- ·Project and Programme Managers
Product and technology teams are often the first to adopt OKRs. This course gives them a shared language and practical writing skills before a live rollout or coaching engagement.
- ·Team leads writing OKRs for the first time
- ·Senior leaders sponsoring an OKR rollout
- ·Managers supporting their teams through a cycle
Leaders who understand what good OKRs look like set the standard for everyone beneath them. This course builds that foundation quickly.
- ·L&D leads building OKR capability programmes
- ·HR Business Partners supporting adoption
- ·OKR Champions and internal coaches
HR and L&D teams are often responsible for making OKRs work across an organisation. This course gives them the practical grounding to support that rollout with confidence.
About the instructor
Mike Horwath
Mike is an OKR practitioner and trainer who has worked with organisations including Shell, BBC, CitiBank and Capital One to improve how they set and execute against goals. He has delivered OKR training and coaching to over 2,000 people across a range of industries and organisational sizes.
This online course is built on the same practical methodology Mike has refined through years of live delivery — focused on what actually helps people write better OKRs, not just understand the theory.
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Delivered to
2,000+ people
Online or live — which is right for you?
Both are effective. The right choice depends on your team’s size, timeline and how you learn best.
Online course
- ✓ Self-paced, any time
- ✓ Ideal for individuals or small teams
- ✓ Lower cost per person
- ✓ Great pre-work before a live session
- ✗ No live facilitation or Q&A
- ✗ Less tailored to your specific context
Live training
- ✓ Tailored to your team and context
- ✓ Live exercises and real OKR writing
- ✓ Q&A with an experienced facilitator
- ✓ Better for larger teams or complex rollouts
- ✗ Requires scheduling
- ✗ Higher cost than self-study
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for leaders, managers, team leads, HR and L&D professionals, and anyone new to OKRs who wants a practical starting point. It is particularly suited to Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Project and Programme Managers, and other product and technology roles.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The OKR Foundations course is built for people who are new to OKRs, or who have used them before but want a clearer understanding of how they work in practice. No prior OKR experience is required.
How long does the course take?
The course is designed to be completed in around 2–3 hours. You can work through it at your own pace and return to the materials whenever it suits you.
What will I be able to do after completing it?
By the end of the course you will be able to translate strategy into clear, outcome-focused OKRs, distinguish between strong and weak OKRs, write more effective Objectives, and create Key Results that track real progress.
Is there a certificate of completion?
Yes. You receive a certificate when you finish the course.
Can this course work for a whole team?
Yes. While the course works well for individuals, it is also an effective starting point for teams that want to build a shared understanding of OKRs before moving into live workshops or full implementation.
How does this differ from live team training?
The online course is self-paced and suited to individuals or small teams who want a flexible, cost-effective foundation. Live team training is facilitator-led, tailored to your specific context, and better suited to larger teams or complex rollouts.
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Early access at a discounted price — available until July 2026.