Learning Agility: The Competitive Edge of Future-Ready Leaders

In a world defined by complexity and constant change, success depends on one skill above all others — the ability to learn, adapt, and lead through uncertainty. Learning Agility transforms how leaders grow, decide, and drive innovation.

Who Benefits from Learning Agility?

For coaches, consultants, university students, and leaders, Learning Agility is the foundation for lasting success. It helps you navigate new challenges, grow faster, and guide others with confidence — no matter how unpredictable the environment.

For organizations, Learning Agility is the key to building adaptable, high-performing teams. It fuels innovation, strengthens leadership pipelines, and drives cultural transformation that keeps businesses ahead of change.

Lead Smarter and Faster

Use science-backed insights to make better decisions in new and complex situations.
Leaders with high Learning Agility adapt faster and guide their teams with confidence.

Accelerate Career Growth

Learning Agility is the #1 predictor of potential.
Professionals who master it are better prepared to grow, evolve, and lead change.

Drive Organizational Transformation

Learning agile leaders inspire innovation.
They innovate faster, adapt to disruption, and create measurable business impact.

Build a Future-Ready Workforce

Foster a culture that learns continuously, embraces change, and sustains long-term success.
Learning Agility is the foundation of resilient, high-performing organizations.

Ready to Get Certified?

Stand out in a world where adaptability defines success.
Join professionals and organizations that are transforming leadership through Learning Agility.

Next Cohort Starts: November 2025.

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Learning Agility FAQs

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What is Learning Agility?

In the early 2010s, Dr. Warner Burke, emeritus professor at Teachers College, Columbia University, set out to define and measure Learning Agility. He brought together a group of researchers to discuss talent innovation. Their work led to the development of the Burke Learning Agility Inventory. This assessment identifies 38 observable behaviors clustered into 9 key dimensions, all of which are crucial for adapting to new, unprecedented situations.

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Why Learning Agility Matters in Talent Innovation

In today’s fast-changing world, the ability to adapt and learn quickly is more valuable than ever. While traditional interviews focus on past performance, they may not predict how a candidate will handle new challenges. This is where Learning Agility comes in. It helps organizations select candidates who are not just competent but capable of thriving in uncertainty.

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How is Learning Agility measured?

Through the Burke Learning Agility Assessment™, a research-based tool developed by Dr. Warner Burke at Columbia University. It evaluates key behavioral dimensions that drive adaptability and performance.

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What are the nine behavioral dimensions that make up the Burke model?

The Burke Learning Agility model is composed of nine behavioral dimensions that predict how individuals learn and adapt: Flexibility, Speed, Experimenting, Performance Risk-Taking, Interpersonal Risk-Taking, Collaborating, Information Gathering, Feedback Seeking, and Reflecting.

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Who can benefit from Learning Agility Certification?

Coaches, consultants, and HR professionals looking to bring science-based insights into leadership development, talent assessment, and organizational transformation.

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How does the Burke Learning Agility Assessment work?

Participants complete a self-assessment and 360° format. The platform provides an AI-powered coaching report with detailed insights and a roadmap for measurable growth.

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How can I get started?

You can reach out to our team by email to learn how Learning Agility can support your goals — whether for your organization or your professional development. Ready to take the next step? Join the next certification cohort or explore the Burke Learning Agility Assessment today.

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What is the main competitive advantage of having a team with high Learning Agility?

Teams with high Learning Agility adapt faster to market changes, embrace innovation, and sustain performance even under uncertainty. They turn disruption into opportunity — creating a measurable competitive edge through faster learning, smarter decision-making, and stronger collaboration.