The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development

Short training courses

Leading a Project Team

Recommended for:

This workshop enables everyone who is required to work as a project leader to improve their knowledge and develop their skills. It will benefit project leaders with some experience, as well as those people who are new to the role. Leading a successful project that delivers key benefits to the organisation is a surefire way to enhance your career prospects.

Course overview:

The increasing use of project teams to manage business change and improvements depends upon the availability of project leaders who are both experienced in managing cross-functional projects and skilled in the art of team leadership. This 2-day workshop provides the opportunity to learn about best practice and to develop the skills required to lead an effective project team.

Course benefits:

By the end of the course, you will be able to: 

  • understand the needs of the business and create an appropriate project organisation to implement the changes
  • build, lead, inspire and manage a highperforming project team
  • lead the team in the creation of a realistic project plan and monitor progress and communicate changes effectively
  • use the skills, tools and techniques required to manage a successful project.