Course Details

Project Leadership, Management and Communications Training Course

INTRODUCTION

In today’s complex and fast-paced project environments, technical expertise alone is not enough to guarantee success. The ability to lead teams, manage stakeholders, and communicate effectively are critical skills that every project manager must possess.

This course focuses on the essential leadership, management, and communication skills that project managers need to guide their teams and projects toward successful outcomes. Participants will learn how to motivate their teams, manage conflicts, influence stakeholders, and communicate clearly across all project phases. Through practical exercises and case studies, participants will enhance their ability to lead with confidence and communicate with impact.

The course emphasizes the practical application of leadership theories, stakeholder management techniques, and advanced communication strategies to manage complex project dynamics. Through real-world examples, case studies, and interactive exercises, participants will gain the confidence to motivate teams, engage stakeholders, resolve conflicts, and make informed decisions under pressure.

Whether managing traditional or virtual project teams, this course equips professionals with the necessary skills to lead projects to successful outcomes while maintaining a high level of communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.

DURATION

5 Days

TARGET AUDIENCE

This Project Leadership, Management and Communications training course will particularly benefit:

• Project Managers 
• Team Leaders and Supervisors 
• Aspiring Project Managers
• Program and Portfolio Managers 
• Project Coordinators and Administrators 
• Functional Managers 
• Project Sponsors and Stakeholders
• Consultants and Contractors 

OBJECTIVES

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

1. Demonstrate effective project leadership skills – Understand the difference between leadership and management, and how to apply each within a project environment.
2. Master stakeholder management and engagement – Identify key stakeholders, analyze their needs, and develop strategies to ensure their active participation and support.
3. Enhance communication skills – Communicate project goals, objectives, and progress effectively across all levels of the organization.
4. Manage and motivate project teams – Develop strategies for building and maintaining high-performing teams.
5. Resolve conflicts and negotiate effectively – Learn techniques for managing conflicts and negotiating win-win solutions.
6. Improve decision-making under pressure – Apply leadership decision-making frameworks to manage risks, opportunities, and challenges in real time.
7. Apply best practices for virtual and remote project teams – Lead and communicate effectively in a virtual environment.

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: Introduction to Project Leadership and Management

• Understanding Leadership vs. Management
• The Role of a Project Manager as a Leader
• Key Leadership Styles in Project Management
• Self-Assessment: Identifying Your Leadership Style

Module 2: Building and Leading High-Performing Teams

• Characteristics of High-Performing Teams
• Team Development Stages (Tuckman’s Model)
• Motivation Theories (Maslow, Herzberg, etc.) and their Application to Project Teams
• Delegation and Empowerment Techniques
• Managing Team Dynamics and Handling Difficult Team Members

Module 3: Stakeholder Management and Engagement

• Identifying and Classifying Stakeholders
• Stakeholder Analysis Tools (Power/Interest Grid)
• Developing a Stakeholder Engagement Plan
• Managing Stakeholder Expectations
• Strategies for Building Strong Relationships with Stakeholders

Module 4: Communication Strategies for Project Success

• The Importance of Communication in Project Management
• Developing a Communication Plan
• Techniques for Effective Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication
• Conducting Effective Project Meetings
• Presentation Skills for Project Managers
• Communication Tools for Virtual Teams

Module 5: Conflict Resolution and Negotiation

• Understanding the Sources of Conflict in Projects
• Conflict Resolution Strategies (Collaborating, Compromising, Avoiding, etc.)
• Effective Negotiation Techniques for Project Managers
• Managing Cross-Cultural Communication and Conflict
• Practical Role-Playing Scenarios in Conflict and Negotiation

Module 6: Leadership in Decision-Making and Problem Solving

• Decision-Making Frameworks for Project Leaders
• Managing Risks and Uncertainty in Projects
• Making Ethical Decisions in Project Leadership
• Collaborative Problem Solving in Teams
• Case Studies in Project Leadership Decision-Making

Module 7: Managing Virtual and Remote Teams

• Challenges and Opportunities of Virtual Teams
• Best Practices for Leading Remote Teams
• Communication Strategies for Virtual Environments
• Tools and Technologies for Managing Remote Projects
• Case Studies: Leading Successful Virtual Teams

Module 8: Case Studies and Practical Application

• Real-World Case Studies in Project Leadership and Communications
• Hands-on Exercises for Leadership and Stakeholder Management
• Team-Based Role Play and Group Discussions
• Lessons Learned from Project Failures and Successes

Module 9: Final Assessment and Course Wrap-Up

• Group Presentations: Leadership in Project Scenarios
• Review of Key Learning Outcomes
• Feedback Session and Q&A
• Certificate of Completion

CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com