In this course, you’ll discover the essentials of project management success through effective team development and leadership. Learn to identify key team stages, build strong teams, and adapt leadership styles for various projects. Whether you're new to project management or an experienced professional, this course offers indispensable knowledge for achieving project excellence.
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 the industry-recognized PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam, a global standard in project management certification.
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
- You 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. You will gain insights into the diverse responsibilities 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, you 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. You will explore 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
- Apply your skills through an end-of-course project to solidify your grasp of the key concepts covered. This week offers a recap of the course, reviews the main learning objectives, and gives you the chance to reinforce your understanding through a practical activity.
Taught by
Microsoft
