PMGT 671 - Project Manager Leadership Development

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite: PMGT 650 or instructor permission.
This course is designed to provide project management students with knowledge and understanding of proven concepts for the development of leadership skill essential to lead and manage technical project teams. It is intended for students who want to improve their knowledge in the area of technical project leadership and management responsibilities. Students will be exposed to the issues related to understanding the difference between leadership and management, the leadership behaviors unique to the best performing project managers, the casual influences that impact leadership development, and the importance of coaching, mentoring, and corporate culture. Course content will include the study of proven research results, case studies, guest speakers, individual study, and executive interviews.