3. Demonstrate an understanding of project roles and responsibilities

This task focuses on understanding the roles and responsibilities within a project team. You compare and contrast the roles of project managers and project sponsors, as well as those of the project team and the project sponsor. The importance of the project manager’s role as an initiator, negotiator, listener, coach, working member, and facilitator is explored. You also differentiate between leadership and management in the context of project management and delve into the impact of emotional intelligence (EQ) on effective project leadership.

The task ‘Demonstrate an understanding of project roles and responsibilities’ includes the following enablers:

  • Compare and contrast the roles and responsibilities of project managers and project sponsors.
  • Compare and contrast the roles and responsibilities of the project team and the project sponsor.
  • Explain the importance of the role the project manager plays (e.g., initiator, negotiator, listener, coach, working member, and facilitator).
  • Explain the differences between leadership and management.
  • Explain emotional intelligence (EQ) and its impact on project management.

To learn the Task you need:

  1. Read:
    • Sections 2.1.1.4, 2.2 (epecially 2.2.1 and 2.2.4.4), 2.4.4, 2.5.4, 4.6.6 and X2.2 of the PMBOK® Guide – 7th Edition.
    • Chapters 1, 11, 12 – Q10 and Figure 12-2 of Project Management Answer Book, 2nd Edition by Jeff Furman.
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3. Test your knowledge to complete the task study.

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