Workshop Evaluation Report · April 2026

Leadership & Inter-unit
Communication Training

Baseline-to-Endline Analysis — Mongolian-German Institute of Technology (GMIT)

GMIT (МГТИС)
Leadership & Cross-unit Communication
18 participants
11 participants
April 13, 2026

Key Findings at a Glance

This report presents an analysis of participant perceptions before and after the two-day leadership and inter-unit communication workshop at GMIT. Baseline data (n=18) was collected prior to the training; endline data (n=11) was collected immediately after completion. The workshop received overwhelmingly positive evaluations, with strong gains in participants' sense of role clarity, connection, and confidence in addressing cross-unit issues.

4.4
Average workshop content score (out of 5)
4.5
Average facilitation & delivery score (out of 5)
82%
Rated the program "Excellent" or "Very Good"
4.1
Average post-training outcome score (out of 5)
Notable Strengths

The program was widely seen as relevant, well-designed, and professionally facilitated. The mixed academic/administrative participation was praised for enriching dialogue. Post-training scores show meaningful gains in role understanding, confidence, and peer connection. RACI and SBI frameworks were consistently named as the most practically valuable tools learned.

Baseline: Where Participants Stood

Before the workshop, participants rated 20 statements about communication, clarity, and leadership at GMIT on a 1–5 scale. The results reveal a moderate baseline — most scores clustered between 3.0 and 3.8 — with several clear pain points.

Section A — Information Flow & Communication Channels

Baseline (1–5 scale)
I can get info from other units
3.00
Management info reaches peers timely
3.12
My unit communicates clearly with others
3.50
Effective communication channels exist
3.22
Cross-unit problems solved effectively
3.24
I know who to contact in other units
3.83
Academic–admin relations are respectful
3.59
Staff informed before key decisions
3.65

Section B — Clarity & Decision-Making

Clear understanding of org strategy
3.61
Strategy translated to unit goals
3.28
Clear decision-making accountability
3.28
Clear escalation process for conflicts
2.75
Meetings lead to clear decisions
3.53
My performance expectations are clear
3.28

Section C — Trust & Leadership

Other units keep commitments
3.33
I can openly voice disagreement
3.72
Academic & admin leadership collaborate
3.35
Cross-unit conflicts resolved creatively
3.17
Leadership models communication norms
2.83
My input is heard by leadership
3.71

Pre-Workshop Pain Points Identified by Participants

In open responses, participants identified the following as major barriers to effective cross-unit communication:

No regular meetings No VP for Research (2 yrs) Informal info channels Slow, closed decision-making No feedback loops Responsibility gaps Faculty often absent from offices Lack of middle-management authority Information hoarding Lack of accountability culture

What Participants Hoped to Gain

Learn to collaborate effectively and productively with othersParticipant
Understand others' perspectives and gain confidence that leadership is engaging sincerelyParticipant
Find concrete steps, principles and strategies to embed into our communication cultureParticipant
Middle management to lead by example and cascade learning to their teamsParticipant

How Participants Rated the Workshop

Overall Program Rating

4
Excellent (Онц)
5
Very Good (Тун сайн)
2
Good (Сайн)

100% of respondents rated the program "Good" or above. No "Fair" or "Poor" ratings were given.

Program Content Ratings

Content rating (1–5 scale)
Two days were worthwhile
4.64
Program addressed real challenges
4.45
Content designed for university context
4.36
Mixed academic/admin group enriched learning
4.27
Activities surfaced previously unnoticed issues
4.18
Learned practical tools for daily use
4.18
More confident addressing cross-unit issues
4.18
Helped understand other units' perspective
4.00

Facilitation & Delivery Ratings

Delivery rating (1–5 scale)
Facilitator managed mixed group well
4.55
Workshop was well organized
4.55
Facilitation was professional & created safe space
4.45
Program pace was appropriate
4.36
Materials & workbook were clear and useful
4.27

Most Valued Elements (Qualitative)

Participants consistently named two frameworks as the standout learning moments:

RACI Framework SBI Feedback Model Effective meeting principles Working on real cases Open dialogue with colleagues Hearing other units' perspectives Communication Charter 5 Communication Principles
Working on real cases together was the most valuable part — it made the learning concrete.Participant
Hearing the open views of others and understanding perspectives I had not considered before.Participant

Participant Shifts After the Workshop

The endline survey included eight new outcome statements assessing whether the workshop achieved its intended learning objectives. All scored above 3.8, indicating clear positive impact.

Post-training outcome score (1–5 scale)
I understand my role in improving comm.
4.27
Clearer on who to include in decisions
4.09
Communication Charter is a key step
4.00
Coordination group will bring change
4.00
Feel more connected to other units
4.00
Confident commitments will be fulfilled
4.00
Clearer understanding of comm. breakdowns
3.91
Confident leadership can solve issues
3.82

The highest-scoring outcome was participants' clarity about their own role in improving communication (4.27), showing the workshop succeeded in building individual ownership. The lowest-scoring outcome — though still positive — was confidence that leadership will solve the identified issues (3.82), reflecting a realistic awareness that structural change depends on continued commitment from above.

Planned 30-Day Actions

Participants committed to specific near-term actions, most frequently mentioning:

Apply RACI in their work Use SBI in feedback Respond to emails and requests promptly Try out learned techniques in real situations Follow through on workshop commitments Apply the 5 Communication Principles

Support Needed for Sustainability

When asked what support they need to maintain workshop outcomes, participants identified:

Periodic reminders & follow-up sessions Leadership commitment to implementation Regular meetings for follow-through Adherence to the 5 Communication Principles

What to Improve for Future Workshops

Based on the endline feedback — both quantitative scores and open-ended suggestions — the following recommendations are offered to strengthen future iterations of the program.

01
Extend time on KPI & Goal Alignment
Multiple participants specifically requested "more detail and time on KPI and goal alignment." This is a natural follow-on to the Communication Charter work and should be allocated at least a dedicated half-day module in future programs.
02
Ensure Rectorate Stays for Full Duration
One participant explicitly noted that having the Rectorate (senior leadership) leave before the program ended undermined its impact. Future editions should require senior leadership commitment to attend and stay engaged for the complete workshop.
03
Print & Distribute Matching Materials
A discrepancy was noted between the printed handouts and the presentation slides. Materials should be aligned and printed clearly, so participants can follow along and refer back to tools like RACI and SBI after the workshop.
04
Include Program Coordinators
One participant suggested that all-program coordinators should have been invited to join. Expanding participation to include coordinators in future trainings would increase cross-functional reach and implementation capacity.
05
Consider Half-Day Format Over Two Consecutive Days
A participant proposed splitting the program into two half-days (mornings only) to reduce fatigue and allow reflection time between sessions. This format could improve retention, especially for participants with heavy afternoon responsibilities.
06
Establish a Dedicated Strategy Function
One participant noted the absence of a VP for Research for two years and the broader lack of a strategy development office. While outside the training itself, the workshop could formally recommend that GMIT establish this role to sustain communication improvements.
07
Schedule Periodic Refresher & Follow-Up Sessions
Multiple participants requested periodic reminders and follow-up check-ins. A 30-, 60-, and 90-day follow-up cadence — tied to the Communication Charter and RACI commitments — would help sustain momentum and provide accountability.
08
Offer Similar Trainings Regularly
Several participants expressed a desire for more programs like this on an ongoing basis. A recurring annual or biannual program — potentially with cascading formats for mid-level managers — would institutionalize the communication improvement effort at GMIT.
Strategic Priority

The training succeeded in building awareness and tools, but participants' lowest post-training score — confidence that leadership will solve problems (3.82) — signals that the next critical step is visible, sustained action by senior leadership. The Communication Charter and the 5 Principles adopted during the workshop must be publicly championed and monitored. Without this, training gains risk fading within 30–60 days.

Summary Score Table

Statement (Baseline) Baseline Score Category
I can get info from other units3.00Information Flow
Management info reaches peers timely3.12Information Flow
My unit communicates clearly with others3.50Information Flow
Effective communication channels exist3.22Information Flow
Cross-unit problems solved effectively3.24Information Flow
I know who to contact in other units3.83Information Flow
Academic–admin relations are respectful3.59Information Flow
Staff informed before key decisions3.65Information Flow
Clear understanding of org strategy3.61Clarity
Strategy translated to unit goals3.28Clarity
Clear decision-making accountability3.28Clarity
Clear escalation process for conflicts2.75Clarity
Meetings lead to clear decisions3.53Clarity
My performance expectations are clear3.28Clarity
Other units keep commitments3.33Trust & Leadership
I can openly voice disagreement3.72Trust & Leadership
Academic & admin leadership collaborate3.35Trust & Leadership
Cross-unit conflicts resolved creatively3.17Trust & Leadership
Leadership models communication norms2.83Trust & Leadership
My input is heard by leadership3.71Trust & Leadership
Post-Training Outcome Score
I understand my role in improving communication4.27
Clearer on who to include in decisions4.09
Communication Charter is a key step forward4.00
Coordination group will bring positive change4.00
Feel more connected to other units4.00
Confident commitments will be fulfilled4.00
Clearer understanding of communication breakdowns3.91
Confident leadership can solve identified issues3.82
Evaluation Dimension Score
Two days were worthwhile4.64
Facilitator managed mixed group effectively4.55
Workshop was well organized4.55
Facilitation was professional & created safe space4.45
Program addressed real challenges at GMIT4.45
Content designed for university context4.36
Program pace was appropriate4.36
Mixed group enriched learning4.27
Materials and workbook clear & useful4.27
Learned practical tools for daily use4.18
Activities helped see new perspectives4.18
More confident addressing cross-unit issues4.18
Helped understand other units' perspective4.00