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2025/2026  MA-MMBDV2104U  Project Leadership

English Title
Project Leadership

Course information
Language English
Course ECTS 3 ECTS
Type Elective
Level Part Time Master
Duration One Semester
Start time of the course Spring
Timetable Course schedule will be posted at calendar.cbs.dk
Min. participants 10
Max. participants 30
Study board
Study Board for Master i forretningsudvikling
Programme Master of Business Development
Course coordinator
  • Joana Geraldi - Department of Organization (IOA)
  • Sofia Pemsel - Department of Organization (IOA)
Main academic disciplines
  • Project and change management
Teaching methods
  • Face-to-face teaching
Last updated on 18-06-2025

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Learning objectives
  • Define a project-related problem in own organisation.
  • Analyse the problem using the theory and models from the course
  • Evaluate and critically reflect upon models and solutions
Examination
Project Leadership:
Exam ECTS 3
Examination form Oral exam based on written product

In order to participate in the oral exam, the written product must be handed in before the oral exam; by the set deadline. The grade is based on an overall assessment of the written product and the individual oral performance, see also the rules about examination forms in the programme regulations.
Individual or group exam Individual exam
Size of written product Max. 3 pages
Assignment type Written assignment
Release of assignment An assigned subject is released in class
Duration
Written product to be submitted on specified date and time.
20 min. per student, including examiners' discussion of grade, and informing plus explaining the grade
Grading scale 7-point grading scale
Examiner(s) Internal examiner and second internal examiner
Exam period Summer
Make-up exam/re-exam Home assignment - written product
Size of written product: Max. 10 pages
Assignment type: Written assignment
Release of assignment: An assigned subject is released in class
Duration: Written product to be submitted on specified date and time.
Course content, structure and pedagogical approach

In today’s project-driven economy, projects have become essential to strategic change and long-term development. By 2027, nearly 88 million people will work in project management, with project-based activities valued at $20 trillion (Nieto-Rodriguez, 2021). Organizations must adapt faster, whether IT projects to digitalize and rip the benefits of emerging opportunities from Artificial Intelligence, or to transform the business to meet its 2050 sustainable pledges. Projects are key vehicles for designing and executing strategy.

 

However, managing projects is challenging, as many fail to deliver strategic benefits. This course draws on extensive research, both seminal and emerging, and discusses practices related to participating, leading and governing projects. Participants will explore how to align projects with business goals, attract resources, and ensure smooth execution. By understanding these distinct yet interconnected practices, you’ll develop the skills to ask the right questions, support projects, and drive success. The program spans two half-days. The first will focus on practices related to the management of a project, and the second day with the management of multiple projects.

 
Research-based teaching
CBS’ programmes and teaching are research-based. The following types of research-based knowledge and research-like activities are included in this course:
Research-based knowledge
  • Classic and basic theory
  • New theory
  • Teacher’s own research
  • Models
Research-like activities
  • Discussion, critical reflection, modelling
Description of the teaching methods
We will leverage dynamic workshop methods, such as the Knowledge Café, to create an engaging blend of interactive group discussions, brief executive presentations, and lively class debates. Alongside these interactive sessions, you’ll benefit from expert-led presentations that distil core concepts and actionable strategies, ensuring a rich and immersive learning experience tailored to your needs.
Feedback during the teaching period
Feedback will be given during lectures and exam
Student workload
Lectures 16 hours
Preparation and exam 68 hours
Last updated on 18-06-2025