ULMS Electronic Module Catalogue |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Leading and Managing Project Teams | ||
Code | MGTK763 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr F Misopoulos Operations and Supply Chain Management F.Misopoulos@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2024-25 | Level 7 FHEQ | Whole Session | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on a required basis: |
Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on an optional basis: |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
8 10 |
18 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 132 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Individual report Reassessment Opportunity: new assignment with the same brief. Penalty for Late Submission: Standard UoL penalty applies Anonymous Assessment: Yes | 0 | 50 | ||||
Reflective journal Reassessment Opportunity: new assignment with the same brief. Penalty for Late Submission: Standard UoL penalty applies Anonymous Assessment: Yes | 0 | 50 |
Aims |
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The module aims to: Equip students with the necessary understanding, tools and techniques to be effective at developing, leading and managing project teams; Provide students with the skills to lead, develop, and support project team members to do their job effectively, in the required time, at the required quality and cost; Provide students with a range of theoretical and practical tools with which to identify, and critically analyse ethical problems arising during project development as well as effectively dealing with individuals’ wellbeing; Equip students with the necessary knowledge to manage conflict between team members. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LE1) Internationally aware. |
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(LO1) Students will be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the role of the project manager and project teams and how these operate within organisations. |
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(LO2) Students will be able to understand and assess the need for development of team members and put in place appropriate development plans. |
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(LO3) Students will demonstrate the ability to use tools and techniques to help with leadership, development and control of teams in a local or international context. |
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(LO4) Students will be able to manage, interpret and critically examine conflict situations so that they have minimal impact on project progress. |
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(LO5) Students will demonstrate the ability to use tools and techniques to influence team working in order to optimise team performance. |
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(LO6) Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of theory and empirical research findings published in recently published studies in this area of research. |
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(LRE1) Ethically aware. |
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(LRE2) A leader. |
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(LRE3) A lifelong learner. |
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(LRE4) A problem solver. |
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(LRE5) IT literate. |
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(LRE6) An excellent verbal and written communicator. |
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(LRE7) Organised and able to work under pressure. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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The module will be delivered over an 8-week period, primarily through a series of weekly e-lectures, covering key concepts, theories and case examples. These will be supported by individual online tasks, such as blogs, case studies, and discussion boards, which will be used to develop and apply learning. These activities will be moderated by the module instructor. Students will also be directed to key academic and practitioner readings to further develop their learning. Unscheduled Directed Student Hours: 10 hours Students will also participate in eight weekly e-seminars where they will engage in peer discussion of key concepts and application to their own work contexts. Seminars will be conducted via a discussion board with input from the module instructor. Unscheduled student hours: 8 hou
rs Self-directed learning hours: 132 hours |
Syllabus |
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Leadership and people management in the context of effective project management – leadership traits, skills, and styles, nature of leadership: leadership v management, and the difference between tasks and relationships. The contribution of individuals and teams in successful projects – the difference between groups and teams, and the impact of organisational structure and design. Importance of teamwork - group dynamics and decision-making, psychological traps, and the characteristics of effective teams. Wellbeing and mental health of project management teams and individuals. Managing and Inspiring Individuals – organisational power and politics, motivation theory, organisational culture, creating a vision and a constructive environment, diversity and inclusion, and listening to out group members. Dealing with project team issues – managing conflict and principled negotiation. Ethical leadership – why ethics is importan t, and how to be an ethical leader. Leadership self-development – overcoming obstacles, and destructive leadership. |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |