The assessment has been set to facilitate the development of critical understanding of the different perspectives, underpinning concepts, methodologies and techniques involved in leading and managing teams to deliver successful projects.

The assessment has been set to facilitate the development of critical understanding of the different perspectives, underpinning concepts, methodologies and techniques involved in leading and managing teams to deliver successful projects.

The assessment for this module consists of:

1. A seminar presentation (30%) – You will be working in a group of THREE to develop and submit this presentation.

1. Seminar Presentation–30%

You are tasked with selecting three concepts from the concepts considered in this module. Refer to the module handbook (e.g Communication, Conflict, Leadership, Motivation, Organizational Structures, Organizational Culture, Management of Innovation, Conflict Resolution, and Emotional Intelligence, etc.) Your objective is to critically evaluate these concepts, presenting contrasting views from the literature and formulating a justified stance on their application in leading and managing teams to deliver successful projects in this current era of project management.

Tasks

Concept Selection and Literature Review

Choose three concepts that you find most compelling and pertinent to the leadership and management of project teams.

Conduct an extensive review of recent and seminal literature on these concepts, focusing on identifying contrasting viewpoints, underpinning theories, and empirical findings. Critical Analysis

Critically assess the various perspectives, theories, and methodologies related to your selected concepts. Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of each, considering their applicability and effectiveness in different project contexts.

Examine how these concepts interrelate and their collective impact on team dynamics and project outcomes, highlighting areas of debate and consensus among scholars. Synthesis and Argument Development

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Synthesize your critical analysis to construct a coherent argument regarding the optimal approaches to leadership and team development for project success.

Justify your stance by integrating evidence from the literature with practical considerations, such as project type, team composition, and organizational environment. Presentation Guidelines

A 10-minute group pre-recorded presentation. Your presentation should include an introduction to each of the chosen concepts, a critical examination of contrasting views, and a conclusive section presenting your argument on the most effective strategies and practices. Maximum of 10 pages of slides excluding the cover page and references.

The presentation should be a power point with the relevant media (video or voice) embedded into the power point.

Utilize clear, engaging visuals to support your points and facilitate audience understanding. Focus on clear, concise communication, maintaining a logical flow of ideas.

Assessment Criteria

Comprehensiveness of Literature Review (30%): Demonstrates a thorough engagement with a wide range of academic sources, reflecting a deep understanding of the selected concepts.

Depth of Critical Analysis (30%): Evidences the ability to critically evaluate diverse perspectives, theories, and methodologies, presenting a balanced and insightful examination of the literature.

Coherence and Justification of Argument (30%): Articulates a well-reasoned argument regarding effective leadership and team development practices, supported by a synthesis of literature and practical implications.

Quality of Presentation (10%): Showcases professional presentation skills, including effective visual aids, clear and engaging communication.