Project Leadership Masterclass
Project Leadership Masterclass
Date and Time
Date: Nov 23–27, 2026, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue
Global Leadership Institute
Repen Complex, 2th Floor, Suite 206,
Mombasa Rd, Nairobi, Kenya
Overview
The Project Leadership Masterclass is an advanced, results-oriented program designed to strengthen leaders’ ability to deliver complex projects successfully through strong leadership, strategic alignment, and disciplined execution.
The program goes beyond technical project management to focus on leadership behaviors, decision-making, stakeholder influence, governance, and risk management, equipping participants to lead projects in dynamic, high-pressure, and resource-constrained environments.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the masterclass, participants will be able to:
• Lead projects strategically, not just manage tasks
• Align projects with organizational strategy and value creation
• Strengthen stakeholder engagement and executive communication
• Anticipate, manage, and mitigate project risks and uncertainties
• Drive accountability, performance, and results across project teams
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Training Benefits
Participants will gain:
• Enhanced project leadership confidence and authority
• Improved on-time, on-budget, and on-scope project delivery
• Practical tools for managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects
• Stronger risk management and decision-making skills
• Better coordination between strategy, governance, and execution
• Increased professional credibility as a project leader
Who Should Attend
- This masterclass is ideal for:
- • Project Managers and Program Managers
- • Senior Managers overseeing projects and portfolios
- • Heads of Projects, PMOs, and Delivery Units
- • Public sector and development project leaders
- • Engineering, ICT, construction, and infrastructure managers
- • NGO, donor-funded, and multi-partner project leaders
- • Aspiring senior project leaders and high-potential professionals
Workshop Outline / Modules
Module 1: Project Leadership Foundations
• Leadership vs project management
• Roles and responsibilities of project leaders
• Leadership styles in project environments
Module 2: Strategic Project Alignment
• Linking projects to organizational strategy
• Value-driven project selection
• Benefits realization
Module 3: Project Governance & Oversight
• Governance structures and decision rights
• Steering committees and sponsor roles
• Accountability frameworks
Module 4: Defining Project Scope & Success
• Clear scope definition
• Success criteria and KPIs
• Managing scope creep
Module 5: Planning for Complex Projects
• Integrated project planning
• Scheduling and resource optimization
• Managing dependencies
Module 6: Risk & Uncertainty Management
• Identifying and assessing project risks
• Risk response strategies
• Leading under uncertainty
Module 7: Stakeholder Engagement & Influence
• Stakeholder mapping and analysis
• Communication strategies
• Managing difficult stakeholders
Module 8: High-Performance Project Teams
• Building and leading effective teams
• Motivation and accountability
• Managing conflict
Module 9: Financial & Resource Management for Projects
• Project budgeting and cost control
• Resource allocation
• Financial accountability
Module 10: Decision-Making & Problem-Solving
• Decision-making frameworks for project leaders
• Escalation and issue resolution
• Balancing speed and quality
Module 11: Quality, Monitoring & Control
• Quality assurance and control
• Monitoring progress and performance
• Reporting to senior leadership
Module 12: Change Management in Projects
• Managing change requests
• Organizational impact of projects
• Leading adoption and transition
Module 13: Technology, Tools & Digital Project Management
• Project management tools and systems
• Digital collaboration platforms
• Data-driven project insights
Module 14: Crisis, Recovery & Project Turnaround
• Managing troubled projects
• Crisis leadership
• Recovery and corrective action
Module 15: Capstone – Project Leadership Simulation
• Real-world case studies
• Leadership simulations and group exercises
• Personal project leadership action plan
Facilitator
Global Leadership Institute Certified Trainers
Investment / Fees
- Standard Fee: USD 1250 per participant
- Includes training materials, lunch, tea/coffee breaks, and certification.
Registration Deadline
Nov 20, 2026
How to Register
- Register here: www.leadership.co.ke/register/ or click “Register/Apply to Attend”.
- Then, payment details will be shown/visible & automatically emailed to you.
- Once payment is received, you’ll get a confirmation & pre-read pack 1 week before the workshop.
- Need help? Call +254 722 223 084 or +254 20 260 3433 or +254 722 517 646(9 AM–5 PM EAT).
