Online Webinar
Duration: 1 Hour Credits: 1 PDU Category A Free
Presented by: Global Knowledge (REP 1999)
Although Global Knowledge is an REP, this opportunity may not have a course number. Contact Global Knowledge for further information.

While all teams have similar characteristics and requirements, virtual or remote teams have unique needs that must be considered and managed. In this hour-long webinar, Kirsten Lora will address challenges a remote project manager may encounter and provide tips for managing remote teams.

Attendees will learn about:

• Building an effective team
• Fostering team communication and collaboration in a virtual environment
• Establishing ground rules and a communication plan
• Keeping remote team members engaged
• Using technology to enhance team communication and enable collaboration

Outline:

• What a Virtual Project Is
• Understanding Your Remote Team
• Keys to Communication Success
  • The Communication Plan
  • Coordinating Communications
  • Consistency
• Collaboration Technologies

Presenter:
Kirsten Lora (LinkedIn profile), PMP, ITIL Practitioner, and Worldwide Product Director for Business Training at Global Knowledge, specializes in product development, new business startups, and establishing project management offices. Her industry knowledge and experience in project management and IT service management allow her to bring a new approach to the curriculum direction.

PDU Category C documentation details (if required):

Process Groups: Executing

Knowledge Areas: 4- Integration 9 – Human Resources

• 4.3 Direct and Monitor Project Execution
• 9.3 Develop Project Team
• 9.4 Manage Project Team

As a Category C ‘Self Directed Learning Activity’ remember to document your learning experience and its relationship to project management for your ‘PDU Audit Trail Folder’

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