Leading without formal authority
Taking on a project leadership role can feel like managing a temporary organization. Although project leaders may lack the formal authority of a manager, they are often expected to take on a similar level of responsibility, coordinating across various departments within an organization. This requires lateral leadership skills where communication, collaboration, and strategic alignment are essential.
About the course
Arkatay offers a three-day “Project Leadership” course focused on lateral leadership for individuals working in complex environments. The course provides tools to strengthen leadership skills and improve communication and collaboration, whether or not participants have formal authority.
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for professionals with a minimum of three years of higher education or five years of work experience. It’s particularly suitable for those looking to develop leadership skills in projects and initiatives where leadership is more informal.
Course content
The course covers the following topics over three days:
- Self-awareness
- Personal effectiveness
- Communication tools
- Group dynamics
- Leading a team
- Decision-making
- Conflict management
- Collaboration in multicultural and virtual teams
Course objectives
Upon completing the course, participants will:
- Gain a deeper understanding of their behavior and its influence on others
- Learn methods for managing their work environment more efficiently
- Be equipped with communication tools to improve collaboration with team members
- Develop strategies to foster trust and lead teams in both harmonious and challenging situations
Practical information
Teaching method
The course combines classroom lectures, practical exercises, interactive discussions, and personal reflection activities to ensure a practical, relevant learning experience.
Why train in project leadership?
This course emphasizes lateral leadership through practical scenarios. By engaging in exercises and discussions, participants can directly connect theoretical concepts to their own work situations, making the learning experience highly relevant and applicable to real-world challenges.
