Description
Strategic Leadership & Influence for Project Managers
In an increasingly cross-functional, complex, and matrixed project environment, the project manager can no longer rely solely on operational management; they are now required to take on the role of a strategic leader.
This 2-day training helps project managers build their ability to influence without hierarchical authority, align stakeholders around shared goals, and lead with vision and impact.
14h / 7 Days
Certification
In person
Objectifs de la formation
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Build strategic leadership presence
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Influence stakeholders without formal authority
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Navigate project politics and stakeholder dynamics
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Align project goals with business strategy
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Communicate with confidence and credibility
Educational objectives
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Assess and adapt their leadership style to project context
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Map influence networks and leverage political awareness
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Communicate strategically across organizational levels
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Lead with purpose and generate alignment around goals
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Handle resistance and negotiate in high-stakes settings
Who is this training course for?
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Experienced and aspiring project managers
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Program managers, PMOs, portfolio leads
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Cross-functional team leaders without direct authority
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Anyone leading strategic or high-impact projects
Detailed program
Strategic Leadership Foundations
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Leadership vs. project management: the new expectations
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Political intelligence and stakeholder power mapping
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Leadership style assessment and situational adaptation
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Leading without authority: influence levers and barriers
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Strategic communication: crafting and delivering key messages
Influence Tactics and Practical Leadership
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Mapping stakeholder influence and interests
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Using persuasion techniques and storytelling
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Managing resistance and strategic disagreements
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Building coalitions around shared goals
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Simulation exercise: cross-functional project alignment
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