Leadership And Team Management For Projects Training Course

Introduction

Effective leadership and team management are critical to the success of any project. This training course is designed to equip project managers, team leaders, and professionals with the essential skills to lead teams, motivate members, and drive projects to completion. Whether you are leading a small team or a large project, mastering leadership and team management techniques is essential for ensuring that your team works together cohesively, remains focused on project goals, and consistently delivers high-quality results on time and within budget.

In today’s fast-paced and dynamic project environment, strong leadership is required to navigate through challenges, align team efforts, and inspire collaboration. This course emphasizes the importance of communication, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution in fostering an effective team culture that propels project success.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Project Managers who are responsible for overseeing the successful execution of projects and leading teams.
• Team Leaders who guide teams toward achieving specific project goals and milestones.
• Project Coordinators who assist project managers in managing the project's progress and managing team dynamics.
• Aspiring Project Managers or individuals preparing for a leadership role in a project setting.
• HR Professionals who focus on team development and leadership training within organizations.
• Consultants who need to understand effective team management strategies to advise clients on leadership and team dynamics.

Course Objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will:

• Understand the core principles of leadership and team management in a project environment, including key leadership theories and styles.
• Develop effective communication skills to ensure clear, transparent, and motivating interaction with project teams and stakeholders.
• Learn techniques for building high-performing teams, with a focus on trust-building, collaboration, and motivation strategies.
• Gain practical skills in conflict resolution and managing team dynamics, understanding how to handle disagreements and create a positive team culture.
• Learn how to set clear goals and expectations, providing team members with a vision that aligns with the overall project objectives.
• Master strategies for delegating tasks efficiently to team members based on their skills and strengths, ensuring project tasks are handled effectively and efficiently.
• Understand how to monitor and assess team performance, providing constructive feedback and coaching to ensure continuous improvement.
• Develop emotional intelligence and learn how to leverage it in leadership to connect with team members, manage stress, and foster a collaborative work environment.

This course aims to provide participants with the necessary tools, knowledge, and strategies to lead and manage project teams effectively, fostering a culture of accountability, performance, and success.

4o mini

DURATION

5 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Introduction to Project Leadership

• Understanding the role of a project leader
• Key traits and responsibilities of effective leaders
• Leadership styles and their impact on team performance

Project Team Dynamics

• Stages of team development (Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, Adjourning)
• Building high-performing teams
• Understanding team roles and how to leverage strengths

Communication Skills for Project Leaders

• Effective communication techniques for project leaders
• Active listening and feedback
• Tailoring communication to different team members

Motivating Project Teams

• Motivational theories (Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory)
• Strategies to inspire and energize teams
• Understanding intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation

Conflict Resolution in Project Teams

• Types of conflicts in project teams
• Techniques for conflict resolution
• Preventing conflicts and maintaining team cohesion

Delegation and Time Management for Leaders

• Best practices for delegating tasks
• Understanding your team’s strengths and weaknesses
• Time management strategies for project leaders

Emotional Intelligence in Leadership

• Defining emotional intelligence and its role in leadership
• How emotional intelligence impacts team dynamics
• Techniques for improving emotional intelligence

Building Trust and Accountability

• Establishing trust within the team
• Fostering a culture of accountability and ownership
• Tools for monitoring team performance

Leadership in Change Management

• Leading teams through change and uncertainty
• Developing strategies for adapting to changing project requirements
• Maintaining team morale during change

Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Techniques

• Critical thinking and decision-making processes
• Problem-solving methodologies for leaders
• Making decisions under pressure and uncertainty

Coaching and Mentoring for Project Success

• Understanding the role of coaching and mentoring in leadership
• Techniques for developing team members
• Building a continuous learning culture

Risk Management and Leadership

• Identifying and managing project risks
• Building a risk-aware team culture
• Leading teams through risk mitigation strategies

Performance Management and Feedback

• Setting clear goals and expectations for team members
• Providing constructive feedback and performance reviews
• Addressing underperformance and maintaining motivation

Cultural Sensitivity and Diversity in Teams

• Leading diverse teams effectively
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity in leadership
• Leveraging diversity for creative problem-solving and innovation

Project Leadership Ethics and Decision-Making

• Ethical considerations in project leadership
• Maintaining integrity and transparency with the team
• Making ethical decisions in complex project scenarios

These modules provide a comprehensive framework for developing essential leadership and team management skills in the context of project work, preparing participants to lead effectively and manage diverse teams in challenging environments.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 5 working days before commencement of the training.