Project managers leading international projects must deliver value and
align the project outcomes to the wider strategic goals of the
organization. However, they are faced with the challenges of cross
cultural communication and behavioural differences, large-scale and
technically complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, and slow
decision making when speed is of the essence. Leading International
Projects helps overcome these challenges by taking a holistic
approach, drawing on systemic, behavioural and psychological
perspectives to build team trust, communicate to avoid misunderstanding
and conflict, and identify and minimize risk of derailment. It provides
a practical toolbox for successfully managing international projects.
Leading International Projects provides case studies from
experienced project professionals working internationally, each offering
deep insights into the challenges of cross-border projects and practical
ideas on how to lead successfully. It presents the experiences of
consultants and senior project management professionals and their
reflections on projects that they ran. Practical guidance on managing
the complex dynamics of international projects is provided through
individual, team and organizational diagnostic and development tools.
Online supporting resources include lecture slides, a further reading
list and research papers on culture and international projects and on
hard or soft skills.
