Stress Management and Performance Coaching – Programme Overview

Leadership through Learning
Programme on Stress Management and Performance Coaching (February 23–27, 2026)
Administrative Staff College of India

Programme Overview

Stress management has emerged as a critical workplace wellness initiative in the past decade. It encompasses a range of techniques to raise awareness about stress and its health implications while equipping individuals with practical strategies for managing stress and improving well-being. Given the increasingly dynamic and demanding work environments, it is essential to understand how continuous exposure to such stressors impacts employee health, productivity, and overall performance.

Effective stress management begins with identifying the sources of stress and recognising how stress manifests behaviorally, emotionally, and physically. Understanding the evolution of stress models also helps contextualise individual responses and management techniques. Equally important is distinguishing between adaptive and maladaptive coping mechanisms and defining what constitutes ‘stress’ in the modern workplace.

Alongside stress management, performance coaching is pivotal in enhancing workplace relationships and employee development. It is an ongoing, collaborative process that supports employees in setting goals, acquiring new skills, and overcoming performance barriers. Through coaching, supervisors can help individuals develop actionable plans that include training, job enrichment, and experiential learning. Organisations can build resilient, high-performing teams by integrating coaching with stress management.

Objectives

• Understand the connection between stress and performance and identify early warning signs.
• Develop personalised stress management strategies, including mindfulness, time management, and relaxation techniques.
• Apply performance coaching models to set goals, identify challenges, and implement improvement plans.
• Promote a resilient and empathetic workplace culture through effective communication and collaboration.
• Identify and address performance barriers at both individual and team levels using coaching.

Programme Content

• Day I: Introduction to Stress – Defining stress and workplace stress; Exploring stress inventories.
• Day II: Measuring and Managing Stress – Understanding the Holmes and Rahe Stress Scale; Practical approaches to managing stress; Using stress diaries for self-assessment.
• Day III: Foundations of Workplace Coaching – The concept of workplace coaching; Coaching models and methods; Introduction to the GROW coaching model.
• Day IV: Coaching Communication Skills – Active listening for effective coaching; Strategic questioning techniques.
• Day V: Integrating Coaching with Stress Management – Communication in workplace coaching; Managing workplace stress through performance coaching.

Methodology

The programme uses an experiential learning approach incorporating:

• Case studies and real-life scenarios
• Role plays and simulations
• Group discussions and peer learning
• Interactive faculty-led sessions
• Reflective exercises and self-assessment tools

Faculty

Prof. Swarnalatha Jagarlapudi
A distinguished academic and experienced HR professional, Prof. Swarnalatha brings over 36 years of expertise spanning the public and private sectors. She holds an MPhil in Industrial Psychology from TISS, Mumbai, and an advanced Master’s degree in Applied Psychology, Criminal Law, Forensic Science, HR, International Business, Economics, Mass Communication, and Foreign Trade.

She is known for her strong commercial acumen and entrepreneurial approach. She has designed and delivered high-impact leadership, management, and development programmes across government, banking, IT, finance, and manufacturing sectors. Her credentials include NLP, Stress Management, and Internal Auditing certifications, reflecting a well-rounded blend of academic depth and real-world applicability.

Participant Profile

This programme is ideal for senior and middle-level executives from the private and public sectors and government departments. It benefits people management, employee development, human resources, and organisational leadership professionals. The training is designed to support those looking to enhance their ability to manage stress and coach teams for improved performance and well-being.

Organisational sponsorship is essential.

Venue

The programme is fully residential and the participants will be accommodated in air-conditioned single-occupancy rooms. The College does not provide accommodation for the family. The college campus is Wi-Fi-enabled comprehensively.

Duration

The programme duration is 5 days, from February 23–27, 2026. Participants are expected to arrive a day before commencement and may leave after the conclusion of the programme.

Programme Fee

Residential Fee: Rs. 69,500/- (US $1086 for foreigners) plus GST as applicable (presently 18%) per participant. The fee covers tuition, board and lodging, courseware (in electronic form), and other facilities of the College including internet usage.

Non-Residential Fee: Rs. 59,500/- plus GST as applicable (presently 18%) per participant. The fee covers tuition, courseware (in electronic form), working lunch, and other facilities of the College including internet usage.

A discount of 10% on the Programme fee for three or more participants from the same organisation will be given, provided the payment is credited into our Bank account before February 20, 2026.

Note: Kindly forward details of Bank/Wire transfer of fee payment indicating the Programme Code (Prg/25-26/1/188) to poffice@asci.org.in for confirmation.

Bank Details

For Indian Participants:
Bank Account Number: 62090698675
Beneficiary Name: Administrative Staff College of India
IFSC Code: SBIN0020063
Bank Name: State Bank of India
Branch Address: Bellavista Branch, Raj Bhavan Road, Somajiguda, Hyderabad - 500 082

For Foreign Participants:
Bank Account Number: 62090698675
Beneficiary Name: Administrative Staff College of India
Swift Code: SBININBB327
Bank Name: State Bank of India
Branch Address: Bellavista Branch, Raj Bhavan Road, Somajiguda, Hyderabad - 500 082
Country: India

Medical Insurance

The nominees are requested to carry with them the proof of Medical Insurance. The sponsoring agency is required to endorse the nominees' medical coverage in the event of hospitalisation.

Important Dates

Last Date for Nomination: February 16, 2026

Last Date for Withdrawal: February 19, 2026 (Any withdrawals after this date will entail forfeiture of the fee paid, if any.)

ASCI Alumni Association

Participants of the College programmes will automatically become members of the ASCI Alumni Association.

Certificate of Participation

The College issues a Certificate of Participation on the conclusion of the programme.

Programme Director

Prof. J. Swarnalatha
e-mail: swarnalathaa.j@asci.org.in
Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI)

Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI) is taking all precautionary measures and following all norms (in light of COVID-19) to provide a safe environment for the participants visiting our campus.

About ASCI

ASCI is the first management development institution set up in the country at the instance of the Government of India and industry in 1956 to impart state-of-the-art management education for practicing managers — a legacy we proudly take forward with a strong alumni of over 1,76,500.

Our alumni include leaders of Indian industry and senior civil servants in government and public sector undertakings. ASCI conducts customised programmes for the Government of India, State Governments, Public and Private Sector, and various international organisations.

Our experienced faculty bring academic excellence and rich industry exposure to classroom discussions, case studies, and tutorials. They also undertake over 100 management research projects annually, enhancing the value of ASCI’s training. ASCI also conducts non-residential programmes at its New Delhi Centre and off-campus programmes at client locations.