cultures, leadership, and project management
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DATE
23-27NOVEMBER
DURATION
5DAYS
LOCATION
TURINITALY
PRICE
2400EURO
itim International Seminar
www.itim.org/[email protected]
CULTURES, LEADERSHIP AND PROJECTMANAGEMENTHow to Minimize Conflicts and MaximizeOpportunities in Multicultural Projects
INTRODUCTIONThe cultural diversity within many cross-cultural projects require those managing them to adapt their projectmanagement approach to be in harmony with the practices and behaviors of stakeholders from these cultures.Failure to do so can lead to conflict and misunderstanding about the project purpose and structure, significantdifficulties in implementation and, in some cases, to project breakdown and litigation.
This new and fundamental course, developed by itim International and the European School of ProjectManagement, provides participants with a deep understanding of both national and organizational cultures andhow they interplay and influence multicultural projects. It identifies and addresses project management practicesthat must be managed in order to minimize conflicts and optimize opportunities arising from the cultural mix.
INTENDED FORThe course is intended for multicultural project managers and executives, as well as human resource professionals(HR) supplying multicultural projects.
COURSE PREREQUISITES- Direct experience of project management with multicultural diversity (involving two or more cultures).- An understanding of own organizational strategy.- Good understanding of project management fundamentals(basic methodology).
OBJECTIVESBy the end of the course, attendants will acquire:
1. Practical understanding of national and organizational culture theories and their significance to multiculturalproject performance.2. Tools to identify the organizational culture and understand its roles in either supporting or impeding projects’performance.3. Strategies to manage the cultural diversity and turn what would have been a threat into opportunities.4. Tools to identify elements of the organizational culture that can be addressed and possibly modified to bettercater for projects’ performance.
DATE
23-27NOVEMBER
DURATION
5DAYS
LOCATION
TURINITALY
PRICE
2400EURO
itim International Seminar
www.itim.org/[email protected]
METHODOLOGYA rich mixture of cognitive learning and real life case studies, as well as analysis of the participants’ own experiencesand challenges.
PROGRAMME OVERVIEWThe first part of the course will introduce the concepts of “culture” and “cultural values” based on the extensiveempirical research initiated by Prof. Geert Hofstede. It will describe the six perspectives of organizational culturethat are influenced by (and interplay with) the national and regional cultures. This perspective, which is illustratedthrough “Mental Images”, will provide participants with a clear insight into organizational behavior, as well ashelping develop strategies to minimize conflict and add value by managing the cultural diversity and capitalizingon the opportunities it offers.
In the second part, participants will learn how to adapt their project leadership competencies to the local culture,applying the Hofstede Dimensions Model and the six Mental Images to critical situations. This part will drill into thespecific cultural influences on project management areas and practices, such as project roles and responsibilities,project planning, risk management, communication and reporting, delegation and accountability and projectleadership and motivation. It will provide practical strategies for managing these influences to achieve the bestpossible outcomes that such cultural diversity can provide.
The final part of the course will explore the possibility of modifying or tuning the organizational culture to bettercater for projects’ performance; and to a detailed workshop by the participants on their individual strategy ofmulticultural project management.
The course will end with clear guidelines for post workshop development.
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YOUR ITIM INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANTSOur seminar consultants have first-hand experience of living and working abroad. They have worked ininternational management positions, leading negotiations with foreign delegations or teaching at educationalinstitutes abroad. Continued learning and sharing of experiences means they are all equipped with globalknowledge and local insights. They combine their practical wisdom and business experience with a passion for thecreativity of value though cultural differences.
ANNA SIMONETTIAnna Simonetti, itim International senior trainer and consultant. Anna translated intoItalian: "Cultures and Organizations" by G. Hofstede, G.J. Hofstede and M. Minkov, McGraw Hill (2010).
OMAR ZEINOmar Zein, Management consultant and president of the European School of ProjectManagement. Omar is author of the book “Culture and Project Management”, GowerPublishing (2015).
INVESTMENT5 days Program including:- Course binder and Pocket Guide- A hard pack copy of Omar Zein's book "Culture and Project Management".- Program facilitation- Lunch and coffee breaks
Not included and will be charged separately when applicable:- VAT- Cost for breakfast, dinner or hotel
CANCELLATION POLICYCancellation prior to the start of the programme may cost a percentage of the programme fee :
Over 3 weeks no charge,2 to 3 weeks 30%,1 to 2 weeks 60%,During the last week 100%.
If there is not a sufficient number of participants the seminar may be cancelled or postponed. Cancellation will beannounced at least 3 weeks before the start of the course. The programme fee will be fully refunded.