Leading Project Teams

Course Number: MT-11C

Course Objectives

Leading and participating in direct and virtual project teams requires a knowledge and understanding of the composition and dynamics of such teams and of the techniques that can help make them productive and successful.

The way a project team is led will have a major impact upon the success or failure of the project. Team members expect several important values from a leader including commitment to people as well as the task, desire to support and serve the team in addition to leading from the front. They also expect their leader to have enthusiasm, energy, inspiration and sufficient expertise as well.

At the end of the training, the participants will be able to:

• identify leadership styles used by project managers
• develop strategies that make things happen
• influence people to follow them
• gain cooperation at every level
• empower others to deliver results

Course Contents

• Understanding the Team’s Relationship to the Greater Organization
• Leadership Styles and Techniques
• Defining Team Member Roles
• Team Development Stages
• Project Planning and Administration
• Building Motivation and Team Enthusiasm
• Effective Interpersonal Relations
• Managing Time and Resources
• The Nature and Composition of Teams
• The Team Health Check
• The Agile Team

Who should attend

Anyone charged with the task to formulate and lead any type of direct or virtual project where a good understanding of the composition and dynamics of such teams will help make them more productive and successful. (Includes Project Sponsors, Directors, Managers and Team Leaders).

Length

2 days

Languages

English or French (with sufficient notice)

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