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KnowlesTraining InstituteThailand

The Charette Procedure Training Course in Thailand

Intensive collaboration drives rapid solutions. This course equips Thai teams to break large groups into rotating pods and reach consensus.

  • Best forAll levels and teams
  • DurationHalf day to 2 days
  • LevelFoundation to intermediate
  • DeliveryOn-site, virtual or venue
  • CustomisableYes, to your goals
  • FormatPrivate corporate
  • Group sprintsDrive fast group consensus
  • Practical ApplicationTools you can use immediately
  • Private Corporate DeliveryExclusively for your organisation
  • Thailand CoverageBangkok and nationwide delivery
  • Action-Oriented LearningLeave with a personal action plan

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Course snapshot

Course at a glance

The key facts HR, L&D teams and business leaders need before shortlisting this course.

  • Course name

    The Charette Procedure

  • Primary capability

    Collaborative group consensus

  • Best for

    Executives, team leaders, entrepreneurs, educators and recent graduates

  • Level

    Foundation to intermediate

  • Delivery modes

    On-site, virtual or at an arranged venue in Thailand

  • Typical duration

    2 full days, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also 60 minutes, half day or 1 day

  • Group type

    Private corporate groups, only for your organisation

  • Customisation

    Tailored to your industry, team and objectives

  • Certificate

    Certificate of completion, where applicable

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About this course

What is The Charette Procedure training?

Large meetings in Thailand falter when hierarchical deference suppresses quiet insight. Structured rotating breakouts allow every participant to contribute, critique, and align with speed.

Through hands-on problem framing, rotating draft reviews, and weighted voting exercises, participants master group problem-solving. Leaders leave prepared to defuse circular debates and turn collective wisdom into action.

People with the right skills create brighter organisations and a stronger Thailand.

Thai team sharing ideas on a sticky-note wall in a Bangkok office

Key capabilities you’ll develop

  • Problem framingDefine issues with root-cause trees
  • Pod facilitationRun timed small-group working sprints
  • Draft rotationLayer critiques across team tables
  • Fast ideationGenerate options under tight timers
  • Consensus votingRank solutions using weighted votes
  • MediationDefuse clashing views with tact
  • Rapid mock-upsBuild actionable operational drafts
  • RoadmappingTurn session ideas into 90-day plans

Should your team attend?

Is this the right course for your team?

Assess whether your organisation needs structured methods to break meeting gridlock, engage quiet staff, and accelerate team alignment in Thailand.

A strong fit if…

  • Your large meetings get hijacked by loud voices.

  • Your teams debate problems endlessly without action.

  • You want cross-functional buy-in on difficult choices.

  • Your managers need structured tools to run sprints.

  • You seek rapid consensus across divided groups.

Consider another course if…

Ideal for organisations seeking rapid consensus and collaborative alignment.

Business challenges addressed

What problems does it solve?

Solve circular debates, hierarchical silence, and siloed friction that paralyse large meetings across Thai teams.

  • Dominant voices

    Loud participants monopolise meetings while others stay silent.

    Builds balanced group rotation
  • Unproductive meetings

    Hours of circular debate fail to yield actionable solutions.

    Enforces timed workshop sprints
  • Siloed departmental bias

    Functional units defend turf instead of solving shared problems.

    Fosters rotating peer critique
  • Superficial consensus

    Reluctant staff nod along with poor plans to avoid conflict.

    Introduces critical reviews
  • Post-meeting amnesia

    Brainstormed ideas evaporate without committed implementation leads.

    Establishes clear RACI roles
  • Analysis paralysis

    Groups overcomplicate challenges instead of testing solutions.

    Drives rapid prototyping

Learning outcomes

What participants will be better able to do

Equip your leaders to divide large groups into rotating pods, pressure-test drafts, and secure genuine commitment using dot-voting.

  • Frame group problems

    Define complex issues using structured problem statements.

  • Facilitate breakouts

    Run timed group sprints to stop loud voices dominating.

  • Rotate working drafts

    Pass concept sheets between tables to capture fresh input.

  • Elicit diverse views

    Challenge consensus using assigned critical reviewer roles.

  • Manage tight timers

    Drive rapid ideation rounds using strict time-boxing tools.

  • De-escalate debates

    Defuse contentious design arguments using neutral mediation.

  • Secure team buy-in

    Prioritise group proposals using weighted dot-voting grids.

  • Assign clear ownership

    Map post-session project roles using RACI matrix templates.

  • Convert ideas to plans

    Translate workshop outputs into 90-day operational plans.

Inside the curriculum

What the course covers

Twelve hands-on modules covering problem scoping, timed sprints, rotating critiques, consensus voting, and roadmapping.

  • Module 1

    Problem Scoping

    Frame complex challenges using root-cause trees.

  • Module 2

    Group Sprints

    Divide large assemblies into focused breakout pods.

  • Module 3

    Rotating Reviews

    Pass visual flipchart drafts across pods for critique.

  • Module 4

    Perspective Audits

    Elicit minority views through critical reviewer roles.

  • Module 5

    Timed Ideation

    Generate rapid solution options using countdown timers.

  • Module 6

    Debate Control

    Navigate heated working debates using neutral scripts.

  • Module 7

    Ownership Charters

    Assign clear implementation leads using RACI grids.

  • Module 8

    Pod Networking

    Connect diverse specialists during idea handovers.

  • Module 9

    Conflict Mediation

    Settle clashing design trade-offs using matrix voting.

  • Module 10

    Collective Buy-In

    Build consensus using anonymous dot-voting sheets.

  • Module 11

    Concept Mock-Ups

    Build rough operational mock-ups using low-fi templates.

  • Module 12

    Action Roadmaps

    Convert synthesised group proposals into 90-day plans.

How the learning happens

How participants learn

The course combines several learning methods for an engaging, practical and memorable experience. Participants learn by doing, sharing and applying skills to real workplace situations.

Real learning happens when people connect, practise and apply.

Learn · Share · Practise · Grow
  1. Facilitator input

    Short, focused inputs introduce the key concepts.

  2. Guided discussion

    Share ideas, exchange perspectives and learn from others.

  3. Case studies

    Analyse real-life workplace cases and examples.

  4. Group exercises

    Practise skills through role-plays and team activities.

  5. Reflection

    Journaling and feedback to lock in key takeaways.

  6. Action planning

    Create a personal plan to put learning into practice.

Where these skills show up

Where participants can apply these skills

Apply intensive group methods across strategic offsites, crisis task forces, product redesigns, and cross-silo planning sessions.

  • Work smarter
  • Collaborate better
  • Solve real problems
  • Create lasting impact
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  • In team offsites

    Break large groups into rotating sprints.

  • During redesigns

    Pressure-test prototypes through peer reviews.

  • In committees

    Mediate contentious trade-offs using dot-voting.

  • In task forces

    Triage urgent operational bottlenecks with speed.

  • In strategic syncs

    Synthesise multi-team input into unified plans.

  • In process audits

    Map workflow bottlenecks across department pods.

  • Across branches

    Build consensus on shared operating standards.

  • In design workshops

    Generate dozens of tested concepts in hours.

Who should join

Who should attend

Essential for facilitators, project managers, transformation leads, and directors driving complex problem-solving in Thailand.

  • Executives and managers

    Lead intensive workshops with speed.

  • Team leaders

    Guide breakout pods through rapid ideation.

  • Employees and project teams

    Contribute honest critique without friction.

  • Entrepreneurs

    Solve complex roadblocks with small teams.

  • Educators and trainers

    Facilitate collaborative learning sprints.

  • Recent graduates

    Develop valuable group facilitation skills.

Group size

Agreed with you in your proposal

We keep numbers small enough for everyone to take part in discussion and hands-on practice. Discounts are available for more than 2 participants.

Entry point

Prerequisites and experience level

Open to all professional backgrounds with no prior facilitation certifications or design training required.

  • Open mindset

    Suits leaders seeking structured group methods.

  • All career levels

    Fits emerging facilitators and senior directors.

  • Any industry

    Applicable across corporate, public, and NGO teams.

  • No prerequisites

    Practical workshop tools require no credentials.

Sample agenda

Inside the two days

A two-day journey from foundational mechanics on Day One to consensus building on Day Two.

  • 2 daysOn-site, virtual or at a venue
  • 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Each day
  • InteractiveDiscussions, exercises and group activities
  • PracticalReal workplace scenarios and cases
  • Action-focusedLeave with a personal action plan

Scoping and rotating sprints

TimeSession
09:00 – 09:30Welcome and course overviewIntroductions, objectives and expectations
09:30 – 10:45The changing workplaceGroup dynamics and problem scoping
11:00 – 12:30Problem scopingOrganising timed breakout pods
12:30 – 13:30Lunch break
13:30 – 15:00Group sprints and collective buy-inRotating drafts and peer reviews
15:15 – 16:45Concept mock-upsManaging timed ideation sprints
16:45 – 17:00Reflection and Day One wrap-upKey takeaways and Q&A

Consensus and rollout

TimeSession
09:00 – 10:30Timed ideation and ownership chartersDefusing conflict with neutral tact
10:45 – 12:00Perspective auditsPrioritising ideas with dot-voting
12:00 – 13:00Lunch break
13:00 – 14:30Rotating reviewsRapid concept prototyping
14:45 – 16:15Debate control and pod networkingConverting outputs to 90-day plans
16:15 – 16:45Action planning and commitmentsPersonal action plans and next steps
16:45 – 17:00Course wrap-upKey takeaways and Q&A

This agenda is illustrative and can be adjusted to suit your team’s objectives, industry and preferred duration.

Delivery options

Format, customisation and facilitator matching

Choose how the course is delivered and tailor it to your needs. We match an experienced facilitator to your team, industry and learning objectives. Want a programme designed entirely around your team? Explore our customized training.

Facilitator leading a discussion with a team in a Bangkok meeting room

Delivery formats

  • On-siteAt your premises
  • VirtualLive and interactive online
  • Arranged venueWe arrange a suitable venue

Customisation options

  • Examples and cases from your industry
  • Focus on your team’s priority skills and gaps
  • Your tools, systems and terminology
  • Activities built around real challenges
  • Adjustable duration and modules
Pre-course consultation

We start by understanding your goals, context and challenges.

Customisation never dilutes the core skills. We adapt the examples, tools and emphasis, not the quality or depth of learning.

Our 5-step facilitator matching

  1. 1

    Understand your audienceWe learn about your team, goals and challenges.
  2. 2

    Match the facilitatorA subject expert whose style suits your team.
  3. 3

    Align to your industryExamples and cases that fit your sector.
  4. 4

    Confirm the outcomesWe agree the focus and what success looks like.
  5. 5

    Finalise logisticsDates, format and venue, arranged with you.

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Learning resources

What participants receive

Practical resources that support learning during and after the course, and help your people put new skills to work.

  • Course workbook

    Content, summaries and activities for every module.

  • Templates and worksheets

    Ready-to-use tools to apply learning at work.

  • Action plan template

    Turn learning into clear next steps.

  • Job aids and quick guides

    Key models, checklists and frameworks for daily use.

  • Digital resources

    Additional reading and materials, where applicable.

  • Certificate of completion

    From Knowles Training Institute, where applicable.

Pricing and investment

Fees and training options

Choose the option that best fits your team. Every option includes expert facilitation, quality materials and a learning experience tailored to you.

  • Lunch talk60-minute session

    USD 679.97

    per session


    A focused, high-impact session for lunch-and-learn events.

  • Half dayHalf-day course

    USD 289.97

    per participant


    Interactive, practical training for busy teams.

  • 1 day9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    USD 439.97

    per participant


    A comprehensive learning experience with practical application.

  • Full course
    2 days9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day

    USD 589.97

    per participant


    In-depth training for deeper skill development and lasting impact.

Group discounts

Discounts are available for more than 2 participants.

Group size

Agreed with you in your proposal.

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All prices are in US dollars (USD).

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Participant feedback

What participants say

Real feedback from participants’ post-course forms, shown word for word.

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Why Knowles

Why organisations choose us

Practical, tailored training that helps organisations build stronger people, teams and workplaces.

  • Practical workplace application

    Tools and techniques people can use on the job straight away.

  • Training since 2010

    More than 1,500 courses and lunch talks, delivered to over 500 organisations.

  • Private corporate format

    Tailored to your team, industry and business goals.

  • Adaptable to different teams

    Pitched for every level, from new hires to senior leaders.

  • Clear action plans

    Every participant turns learning into practical next steps at work.

  • Nationwide Thailand delivery

    At your office or a suitable venue, in Bangkok and across Thailand.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to common questions about our The Charette Procedure course.

  • 01Can the course be customised for our organisation?

    Yes. We can use examples and cases from your industry, focus on your team’s priority skills and gaps, include your tools, systems and terminology, build activities around your real challenges, and adjust the duration and modules.

  • 02Is this a public course or private training?

    It is private corporate training, delivered only for your organisation, so the content and examples can focus on your team.

  • 03Do participants receive a certificate?

    Yes. A certificate of completion from Knowles Training Institute is issued where applicable.

  • 04How many people can join a session?

    Group size is agreed with you as part of the proposal. We keep numbers small enough for everyone to take part in discussion and hands-on practice.

  • 05Can the course be delivered virtually?

    Yes. You can choose live, interactive virtual training, on-site training at your premises, or training at an arranged venue.

  • 06Do you deliver training outside Bangkok?

    Yes. The course is also available in cities across Thailand, including Chiang Mai, Nonthaburi, Hat Yai, Nakhon Ratchasima, Khon Kaen, Pattaya, Phuket City, Udon Thani and Surat Thani.

  • 07What are the available duration options?

    The full course runs over 2 days, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is also available as a 1-day course, a half-day course or a 60-minute lunch talk.

  • 08Are there any prerequisites for this course?

    No. There are no technical prerequisites and no specialised tools are needed. Participants should be willing to discuss workplace situations and join practical activities.

  • 09Is the course suitable for all industries?

    Yes. The skills apply across functions and industries, and we tailor the examples and cases to your sector.

  • 10Can you provide a short lunch talk version?

    Yes. A 60-minute The Charette Procedure lunch talk is available for USD 679.97 per session.

  • 11How much does the course cost?

    Half day USD 289.97, 1 day USD 439.97 and 2 days USD 589.97 per participant. The 60-minute lunch talk is USD 679.97 per session. All prices are in US dollars.

  • 12Are there group discounts available?

    Yes. Discounts are available for more than 2 participants. Request a quote for your team.

  • 13How far in advance should we book?

    Contact us as early as you can with your preferred dates, and we will confirm availability and the next steps.

  • 14Can you include our company’s tools and terminology?

    Yes. We can build in your tools, systems and terminology, along with examples from your workplace, so the content reflects how your organisation works.

  • 15Will participants receive course materials?

    Yes. Participants receive a course workbook, practical templates and worksheets, an action plan template, job aids and quick reference guides, plus digital resources where applicable.

  • 16Can you help us with post-training support?

    Participants keep their workbook, templates and action plan to use after the course. Tell us what further support you would like, such as a follow-up session, and we can discuss including it in your proposal.

  • 17Do you provide a sample agenda?

    Yes. See the illustrative two-day agenda on this page. It can be adjusted to your objectives, industry and preferred duration.

  • 18Can we request a specific training date?

    Yes. Share your preferred dates in your enquiry and we will confirm availability with you.

  • 19What happens after we send an enquiry?

    We aim to get back to you in less than one working day. We then clarify your needs, recommend the right format and send a proposal for you to review.

  • 20Who can we contact for more information?

    Use the enquiry form on this page or email [email protected], and our training consultants will get back to you.

Training across Thailand

On-site, online or at an arranged venue – nationwide

We deliver training across Bangkok and all major regions in Thailand. Whether you need on-site training at your premises, a virtual program, or an arranged venue, we make it simple to roll out learning for your teams nationwide.

  • On-site
    at your premises

    We come to you, anywhere in Thailand.

  • Online
    virtual training

    Interactive and engaging live sessions.

  • Arranged venue
    nationwide

    We can arrange a suitable venue for you.

  • Multi-site
    rollout

    Consistent training across multiple locations.

Map of Thailand showing training regions: Northern, Northeastern, Central, Eastern and SouthernNorthern RegionChiang MaiChiang RaiLampangand moreCentral RegionBangkokAyutthayaPathum Thaniand moreNortheastern RegionKhon KaenUdon ThaniNakhon Ratchasimaand moreEastern RegionChon BuriRayongPattayaand moreSouthern RegionPhuketSurat ThaniHat Yaiand more
  • Northern Region Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampang and more
  • Northeastern Region Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, Nakhon Ratchasima and more
  • Central Region Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Pathum Thani and more
  • Eastern Region Chon Buri, Rayong, Pattaya and more
  • Southern Region Phuket, Surat Thani, Hat Yai and more

How it works

From enquiry to delivery

A simple, supportive process, from your first enquiry to a successful training day.

  1. 1. Enquiry

    Tell us about your team and training needs.

  2. 2. Consultation

    We discuss your objectives, audience and preferred approach.

  3. 3. Proposal

    Receive a tailored proposal with format, duration and fees.

  4. 4. Scheduling

    Confirm the dates, format and logistics that work for you.

  5. 5. Delivery

    Your team takes part in an engaging, practical course.

We aim to reply in less than one working day. Start your enquiry

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Build a future-ready workforce for a stronger Thailand

Equip your people with the skills, mindset and practical tools to thrive in a changing world. Partner with Knowles Training Institute to build a more capable, innovative and resilient organisation.

  • Tailored for your organisationReal workplace impact
  • Flexible delivery across ThailandOn-site, virtual or at a venue
  • A more capable workforcePractical, future-ready skills

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Discuss your needs and explore options with no obligation.

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Our training consultants will discuss your needs and recommend the right format for your team.

What happens next

  1. 1

    We reply quicklyIn less than one working day.

  2. 2

    We discuss your goalsYour team, objectives and preferred format.

  3. 3

    You receive a proposalA tailored plan with format, duration and fees.

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