Teams & Collaboration

3 units

Teams have become ubiquitous in contemporary organizations, especially in circumstances when organizations are trying to tackle complex problems. All too often, however, teams do not deliver the anticipated results. The goal of this course is to introduce a framework for successful team design and leadership. The course will offer theoretical insights into the science of teams based on cutting-edge research as well as the opportunity to practice some team design and leadership tools firsthand. The course focuses on the processes necessary to organize, motivate, and lead people engaged in collective activities and on the strategies that will help students to become more effective leaders.