Course content

Projects and processes are interdependent. In this subject, the focus is on project leadership, as well as the management and development of processes. Regarding project leadership, the emphasis is on the project manager and how individuals in this role can create direction and progress in projects by fostering collaboration. Before we examine different types of processes and key process perspectives, we will place process management in a historical context. The general responsibilities and tasks of process owners and other stakeholders will also be presented. An important goal in the management and development of processes is to enhance the participants’ understanding of process development as a team effort.

Learning outcome

Knowledge:

Upon completion of the course, the student will have knowledge of:

• Project leadership
• Project implementation models
• Management and development of processes (process perspective, process as an organizational phenomenon, management of process-oriented organizations, process management, and perspectives on process development)
• The importance of collaboration and teamwork

Skills

Upon completion of the course, the student can:

• apply professional knowledge and results from research and development work to practical and theoretical issues

General Competence

Upon completion of the course, the student can:

• participate in professional discussions and convey their own professional assessments related to project leadership and the management and development of proc

Learning methods and activities

The course is conducted with two sessions, each lasting two days. Teaching is provided in the form of lectures with a high degree of participant involvement, including discussions, case studies, and group work. Between sessions, participants will work on reading assignments and a project task.

Compulsory assignments

• Attendance
• Project draught

Recommended previous knowledge

Basic knowledge of project management and how an organization operates.

Course materials

The course material will be drawn from various books and articles. A specification of the syllabus will be announced at the beginning of the course.