Project Management

Project Leadership and Team Dynamics

Project managers lead temporary teams of people from different departments and organisations, often without line authority. This course develops project leadership: forming and motivating teams quickly, setting team norms, managing conflict, leading through influence, supporting remote members and keeping morale high through difficult phases.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Projects are delivered by people, and team problems derail more projects than planning errors. You will learn to lead project teams to high performance.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Team simulations, leadership style assessments, conflict role plays and case studies.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Explain project leadership versus project administration
Build project teams quickly
Set team norms and working agreements
Lead through influence without authority
Manage conflict and difficult behaviours
Sustain motivation through the project life cycle

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Project and programme managers
Team leaders
Technical leads
PMO staff
Aspiring project managers

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Team building
Influence
Conflict management
Motivation
Communication

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Project Leadership

09:00–10:08Leading versus managing projects
10:08–11:00Leadership styles
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Leadership styles (continued)
11:45–12:53Self-assessment
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Building Teams

09:00–10:08Team formation stages
10:08–11:00Kick-off and norms
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Kick-off and norms (continued)
11:45–12:53Roles and strengths
12:53–14:00Simulation

Day 3Influence Without Authority

09:00–10:08Matrix organisations
10:08–11:00Negotiating for resources
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Negotiating for resources (continued)
11:45–12:53Building commitment
12:53–14:00Role play

Day 4Conflict and Dynamics

09:00–10:08Sources of team conflict
10:08–11:00Handling difficult behaviour
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Handling difficult behaviour (continued)
11:45–12:53Remote team dynamics
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Sustaining Performance

09:00–10:08Motivation over long projects
10:08–11:00Recognition
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Recognition (continued)
11:45–12:53Team reviews
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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