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SMDC | Senior Management Development Center

In the difficult world of Senior Management Development the Vernalis SMDC Program stands out: 84% participants rate the program ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Best Ever’.
The program uses the rigorous Assessment Center Framework, with realistic simulations that managers find engaging and challenging.

SMDC | Client Testimonials

SMDC | Competency Framework

Vernalis SMDC is based on 5 proven competencies that drive success at Senior Management. Mature coaches work alongside participants discussing nuances of behavior.

SMDC | Components

360 Feedback Survey

360 survey on ADC parameters helps reconcile differences between Candidate performance in ADC and on-job. (Optional)

Competency Testing

Multiple assessments for each competency. Realistic simulations used to ensure high-validity, participant engagement & Learning.

Open Assessment

Open and transparent assessment. Builds trust and also generates great insights into areas of development.

One-on-One Feedback

Objective, data based and usually also a very friendly dialogue despite the high frequency of Low scores.

Report & IDP

Highly accurate, comprehensive, & transparent Reports. IDPs created based on individual strengths & weaknesses.

Long term Coaching

Coaching seamlessly extended to on-job performance coaching. Aims for quantum jump in on-job effectiveness. (Optional)

SMDC | Components

VERNALIS DIFFERENTIATORS

Very High
Validity

Engaging & Relevant
Simulations

Highly
Competent Team

High Acceptance
of Gaps

Micro Insights
into Self

Unmatched Impact
& Ownership

VERNALIS DIFFERENTIATORS

Very High
Validity

Engaging & Relevant
Simulations

Highly
Competent Team

High Acceptance
of Gaps

Micro Insights
into Self

Unmatched Impact
& Ownership

FAQs

Sparing Senior managers for 5 days is impossible! Can't we cut down on the number of days?

Assessment and Development of Senior Managers is a challenging assignment. Developing Senior managers on even a single competency like Leadership, Or Strategic thinking alone is a task worthy of a few days: the SMDC develops 3 competencies intensively in 5 days. Moreover, the quality of the program is such that even cynical veterans end up rating the program as outstanding or the best ever, making this 5 Day investment very worthwhile.

Is assessment essential? Can't we focus entirely on development?

YES, assessment can be avoided. However, just as good diagnosis is essential for good treatment, so also accurate assessment which identifies strengths and weakness forms the basis for development. Hence avoiding assessment is not a good practice. However, if required, the assessment need not be formally taken on board by the organisation.

The SMDC uses a Standard model for assessment and development. Will the unique requirements of our industry get covered?

Certain behavioural competencies are critical at the senior management level, irrespective of the industry. The SMDC consists of 5 such well-researched competencies. The model has been deployed successfully with senior managers across diverse industries, and has found near-universal acceptance.

What is Vernalis’ Experience with Senior Management Assessment & Development?

Vernalis has designed and executed over 300 ADCs in the past 10 years including over 50 in last year alone. These ADCs have covered thousands of managers from market-leading Indian companies & MNCs. Vernalis has also conducted over 30 SMDCs covering over 250 Senior managers. Vernalis assessors are alumni of leading academic institutes and consult with Sr. Mgmt on a regular basis.