In this course, you’ll discover the essentials of program management success through effective team development and leadership. You will explore team building, leadership, team dynamics, conflict management, and virtual team engagement. The course highlights identifying team stages, examining leadership styles, such as servant leadership, and focuses on developing leadership skills suited for project environments. Hands-on projects, including a project simulation, provide practical experience in applying theoretical concepts, enhancing your ability to lead teams and manage project challenges effectively. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced professional, this course offers indispensable knowledge to help you contribute to successful program outcomes.
After completing this course, you’ll be able to:
• Identify the stages of team development.
• Discuss the importance of effective team building and leadership to ensure project objectives are met.
• Discuss different leadership styles relevant to Project Management.
This is a great way to prepare for some useful certifications, such as PgMP - Program Management Professional from PMI, and
MSP Practitioner - Managing Successful Programs from AXELOS.
Note: This course is also part of the Microsoft Project Management Professional Certificate. If you've already completed this course as part of that program, your progress will be saved and will count towards your completion in this program.
Overview
Syllabus
- Introduction to Team Building and Leadership
- This module provides a comprehensive introduction to key principles of team building and leadership, setting the foundation for the rest of the course. You will explore the dynamics of effective teamwork, leadership development, and best practices drawn from real-world applications. Through a blend of theoretical concepts and hands-on activities, you’ll develop essential skills for building cohesive teams and guiding them toward shared objectives.
- Team Dynamics and Development
- Learners will explore the importance of team dynamics in project environments. This module focuses on key components such as Conflict Management.supporting virtual teams and project leadership. Learners will gain insights into the diverse responsbilities of a project manager. The hands-on activities and quizzes are designed to reinforce the theoretical knowledge acquired during the lessons, ensuring learners are well-equipped to develop and engage project teams
- Project Leadership
- In this module, we will explore the critical role of project leadership in achieving project success. Project leadership goes beyond traditional management techniques, focusing on inspiring and guiding team members towards common goals. We will delve into various leadership styles essential for effective project leadership. By mastering project leadership concepts, you will be better equipped to lead your team to success
- Final project and course assessment: Team building and leadership
- In this module, you will be assessed on the key skills covered in the course.
Taught by
Microsoft
