Global Virtual Teams
This course consists of four 20‐30 minute online self‐paced lessons followed by an optional 90 minute teleconference to discuss key concepts. The online lessons are completed over 2 – 3 weeks culminating in the interactive group discussion if this is required by the organisation.
Participants will not be invited to attend the teleconference discussion unless the on‐line work has been completed. Participants will not complete the course unless they attend and participate in the discussion.
Online Lessons
1. The Challenges of Virtual Collaboration
This lesson provides an overview of the challenges faced by those managing dispersed resources or collaborating virtually with co‐workers. Participants will gain an insight into the impact of time, distance and culture on virtual working.
2. Building a High Performance Virtual Team
Participants will learn how to setup a high performance virtual team environment and how to use diagnostic tools to analyze their team’s performance and prioritize improvement areas.
3. Improving Virtual Communication
This lesson will take a look at the difficulties of virtual communication and how to use collaboration technologies to improve communication.
4. Successful Virtual Meetings
Participants will learn how to plan, manage, and follow‐up on virtual meetings. The will receive practical tips and tools for effective meeting moderation.