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This course is part of Project Management Professional Prep Specialization
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Ideal for project managers and leaders aiming to master team dynamics and leadership. PM experience is beneficial.
Recommended experience
Beginner level
Ideal for project managers and leaders aiming to master team dynamics and leadership. PM experience is beneficial.
Apply emotional intelligence strategies to improve team collaboration and performance.
Analyze different conflict management approaches to effectively resolve team issues.
Evaluate mentoring techniques to support and develop stakeholders.
Create action plans for building and sustaining high-performing project teams.
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This course offers an in-depth exploration of the People Domain, a critical component for project managers aiming to succeed in both the PMP exam and real-world scenarios. You’ll start with fundamental skills such as building and managing effective project teams. Through practical episodes, you'll discover tools and techniques to establish team ground rules, promote shared understanding, and negotiate project agreements. Each lesson is designed to help you create a cohesive and motivated project team, ready to tackle any challenge.
As you progress, the focus shifts to advanced topics like empowering team members and stakeholders through training and mentoring. Special attention is given to engaging virtual teams, a growing reality in today’s project management landscape. You’ll learn how to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and lead teams using various leadership styles and motivation theories. The course also delves into Agile leadership, highlighting the principles of servant leadership and its impact on team performance and collaboration. The final section of the course emphasizes managing conflict and applying emotional intelligence to enhance team dynamics. You’ll explore methods to support team performance, manage disputes, and mentor stakeholders to achieve project goals. By integrating these strategies, you will be equipped to handle complex interpersonal challenges, foster a productive work environment, and ensure project success. This comprehensive approach to the People Domain will not only prepare you for the PMP exam but also elevate your project management capabilities to new heights. This course is ideal for project managers, team leaders, and PMP aspirants who want to deepen their understanding of team dynamics and leadership in project management. Prior experience in project management is beneficial but not required.
This module focuses on the essential steps to build and empower a project team, ensuring optimal collaboration and performance. It covers the tools, techniques, and enablers that project managers need to successfully build, guide, and develop their teams. From establishing ground rules and fostering a shared understanding to training and empowering team members, this module provides the foundation for creating a high-performing project team. By mastering these skills, project managers will lead their teams effectively while addressing the specific needs of virtual teams and stakeholders.
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This module delves into the crucial leadership and performance management aspects of project management. It covers how to lead teams through various styles, support ongoing team performance, manage conflict effectively, and foster collaboration with stakeholders. Additionally, it emphasizes emotional intelligence as a key factor in maintaining team morale and promoting a healthy, high-performance work environment. By learning and applying these concepts, project managers will be well-equipped to navigate the complexities of team dynamics, conflict resolution, and stakeholder engagement.
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