Course Outline

School: Business

Department: Business Management

Course Title: Project Leadership

Course Code: PMGT 702

Course Hours/Credits: 56

Prerequisites: N/A

Co-requisites: N/A

Eligible for Prior Learning, Yes

Assessment and Recognition:

Originated by: Farhad

Moayeri,PhD,EMBA,PMP,CPA,CGA

Creation Date: Winter 2016

Revised by: Lucas Thung

Revision Date: Winter 2024

Current Semester: Summer 2025

Approved by:

Brian Atkinson, Associate Dean/Dean

Business

Students are expected to review and understand all areas of the course outline.
<br />
<br />Retain this course outline for future transfer credit applications. A fee may be charged for
additional copies.
Acknowledgement of Traditional Lands
Centennial is proud to be a part of a rich history of education in this province and in this city. We
acknowledge that we are on the treaty lands and territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
and pay tribute to their legacy and the legacy of all First Peoples of Canada, as we strengthen ties with
the communities we serve and build the future through learning and through our graduates. Today the
traditional meeting place of Toronto is still home to many Indigenous People from across Turtle Island and
we are grateful to have the opportunity to work in the communities that have grown in the treaty lands of
the Mississaugas. We acknowledge that we are all treaty people and accept our responsibility to honor all
our relations.

Course Description
Leadership skills including personal values and interpersonal skills to influence others are strongly
required in recent complex and dynamic project environments. Using this set of skills, project managers
create an effective and efficient project atmosphere for their teams to achieve project objectives. After this
course students will be able to develop their major leadership competencies in project management.
These include team building, problem solving, negotiation, interpersonal skills, listening, emotional
intelligence, conflict management, and coaching and mentoring .

External Standard Information (ESI)

N/A

Program Outcomes
Successful completion of this and other courses in the program culminates in the achievement of the
Vocational Learning Outcomes (program outcomes) set by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities in the
Program Standard. The VLOs express the learning a student must reliably demonstrate before
graduation. To ensure a meaningful learning experience and to better understand how this course and
program prepare graduates for success, students are encouraged to review the Program Standard by
visiting http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/pepg/audiences/colleges/progstan/. For apprenticeship-based programs,
visit https://www.skilledtradesontario.ca/about-trades/trades-information/.

Course Learning Outcomes

The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to:
1. Describe the importance of leadership in project management.
2. Classify leadership qualities, characteristics of followers,and situational factors.
3. Express the importance of organizational climate, vision and motive to lead.
4. Practice how to empower people in workplace.
5. Express leadership principles including effective leadership and human relations.
6. Discuss human behaviour and the art of persuasions, and diversity challenge.
7. Determine effective delegation and the role of personality.
8. Practice helping people as coach through change and burnout prevention.
9. Examine professional performance management.
10. Develop professional relationships and ethical conduct on construction projects

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11. Subscribe to the correlation between effective leadership and the successful management of
construction projects

Essential Employability Skills (EES)

The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to*:
1. Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills the purpose
and meets the needs of the audience.
2. Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.
3. Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.
4. Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the
achievement of goals.
5. Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.
*There are 11 Essential Employability Skills outcomes as per the Ministry Program Standard. Of these 11 outcomes, the following will be
assessed in this course.

New Essential Skills (NES)

1. N/A

Global Citizenship and Equity (GC&E) Outcomes

1. Identify one's roles and responsibilities as a global citizen in personal and professional life.
2. Identify beliefs, values and behaviours that form individual and community identities and the basis for
respectful relationships.
3. Analyze issues of equity at the personal, professional, and global level.
4. Analyze the use of the world's resources to achieve sustainability and equitable distribution at the personal,
professional, and global level.
5. Identify and challenge unjust practices in local and global systems.
6. Support personal and social responsibility initiatives at the local, national or global level.

Text and Other Instructional/Learning Materials

The costs of textbooks or other learning material are available through the Centennial College Bookstore
https://www.bkstr.com/centennialprogressstore/shop/textbooks-and-course-materials.

Text Book(s):
The Art of Leadership
By George Manning and Kent Curtis
McGraw Hill
7th Edition (2022)
ISBN 9781260681321

Online Resource(s):
- eCentennial
- eBook / Print / Connect Link: https://www.mheducation.com/highered/product/art-leadership-manning-
curtis/M9781260681321.html
Material(s) Required for Completing this Course:

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Reference Material: A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) —
Seventh Edition 2021, PMI, USA

Please see the weekly topical outline for any Additional Learning Resources required for your section of
this course.

Evaluation Scheme
• Group Case Studies: To be conducted in groups. There are Three (3) group cases worth 6%, 7%,
7% respectively.
• Group Project: Term project topics are assigned by the Professor.
• Presentation = 15%
• Written Report = 15%
• Individual Weekly Discussion Posts: Individual Weekly Discussion Posts.
• Individual Journal: A Reflective Journal to be developed and maintained by students throughout the
semester that summarizes key aspects what they have learned during the course about Project
Leadership. This summary includes all of exercises done by students inside or outside the
classroom.
Evaluation Name CLO(s) EES NES GCE Weight/
Outcome(s) Outcome(s) Outcome(s) 100
Group Case Studies 1, 2, 3, 1, 5, 7, 9, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 20
4, 5, 6, 11 6
7, 8, 9,
10, 11
Group Project 1, 2, 3, 1, 5, 7, 9, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 30
4, 5, 6, 11 6
7, 8, 9,
10, 11
Individual Weekly Discussion Posts 1, 2, 3, 1, 5, 7, 9, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 35
4, 5, 6, 11 6
7, 8, 9,
10, 11
Individual Journal 1, 2, 3, 1, 5, 7, 11 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 15
4, 5, 6, 6
7, 8, 9,
10, 11
Total 100%
If students are unable to write a test they should immediately contact their professor or program Associate
Dean for advice. In exceptional and well documented circumstances (e.g. unforeseen family problems,
serious illness, or death of a close family member), students may be able to write a make-up test.

All submitted work may be reviewed for authenticity and originality utilizing College approved plagiarism
prevention software. Students who do not wish to have their work submitted to College approved
plagiarism prevention software must, by the end of the second week of class, communicate this in writing
to the instructor and make mutually agreeable alternate arrangements.

When writing tests, students must be able to produce official Centennial College photo identification or
they may be refused the right to take the test or test results will be void.

Tests or assignments conducted remotely may require the use of online proctoring technology where the

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student’s identification is verified and their activity is monitored and/or recorded, both audibly and visually
through remote access to the student's computer and web camera. Students must communicate in writing
to the instructor as soon as possible and prior to the test or assignment due date if they require an
alternate assessment format to explore mutually agreeable alternatives.

Student Accommodation
The Centre for Accessible Learning and Counselling Services (CALCS) (http://centennialcollege.ca/calcs)
provides programs and services which empower students in meeting their wellness goals,
accommodation and disability-related needs. Our team of professional psychotherapists, social workers,
educators, and staff offer brief, solution-focused psychotherapy, accommodation planning, health and
wellness education, group counselling, psycho-educational workshops, adaptive technology, and peer
support. Walk in for your first intake session at one of our service locations (Ashtonbee Room L1-04,
Morningside Room 190, Progress Room C1-03, The Story Arts Centre Room 285, Downsview Room 105)
or contact us at calcs@centennialcollege.ca, 416-289-5000 ext. 3850 to learn more about accessing
CALCS services.

Use of Dictionaries
• Any dictionary (hard copy or electronic) may be used in regular class work.
• Only English Language Learner dictionaries are permitted in class work (English words, idioms, and
pronunciations are explained).

Program or School Policies

• Note: Grades set by the program for individual courses supersede the College passing grade.
• For project reports, students must submit all research findings, illustrations and copies of all references
used in the preparation of the report. Reports must be original with references properly cited. Students
must be present and prepared for tests and presentations. There will be no opportunity for rescheduling
unless there are acceptable extenuating circumstances.
• Site visits may require protective clothing; all students are expected to have CSA certified work boots
and a hardhat.
• Students will be expected to perform field work in rain and snow conditions
• Students are expected to take personal safety precautions when in the field
• Pictures may be taken during course activities to encourage support for the Environment.
• For students in any of the Architectural Technology program options (programs 3105, 3115, 3125, or
3135), a minimum grade of C in this course is required in order to progress into Year 3
• In this course, students who have missed a test and presented documented evidence of the exceptional
circumstances that caused their absence upon returning to class are permitted to do an alternative
assessment, typically within one week of returning to class. Students who do not contact the professor
within 24 hours of the missed test and do not present documented evidence will receive a mark of zero for
the assessment.
• In this course, assignments and projects are due on their due dates. Due dates are announced in
advance. In exceptional and well documented circumstances, students who are unable to submit an
assignment or project on the day it is due must inform the professor on or before the due date in order to
receive an appropriate extension of the due date. In the case of students who do not contact the

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professor within 24 hours of the missed due date and who do not present documented evidence, a late
assignment or project will receive a mark of zero unless an alternate due date has been negotiated.
• In the case of students who do not contact the professor within 24 hours of the missed due date and
who do not present documented evidence, a mark penalty of 20% will be deducted for each day past the
due date unless an alternate due date has been negotiated.
• Individual and/or group tests may be assigned. Absence from a test will result in a score of zero on that
test and no make-up tests will be offered. Refer to student handbook for other applicable policies.

Course Policies
N/A

College Policies
Students should familiarize themselves with all College Policies that cover academic matters and student
conduct.

All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from
discrimination and harassment and promotes respect and equity. Centennial policies ensure all incidents
of harassment, discrimination, bullying and violence will be addressed and responded to accordingly.

Academic Honesty

Academic honesty is integral to the learning process and a necessary ingredient of academic integrity.
Forms of academic dishonesty include cheating, plagiarism, and impersonation, among others. Breaches
of academic honesty may result in a failing grade on the assignment or course, suspension, or expulsion
from the college. Students are bound to the College’s AC100-11 Academic Honesty and Plagiarism
policy.

To learn more, please visit the Libraries information page about Academic Integrity
https://libraryguides.centennialcollege.ca/academicintegrity and review Centennial College's Academic
Honesty Module:
https://myappform.centennialcollege.ca/ecentennial/articulate/Centennial_College_Academic_Integrity_M
odule_%202/story.html

Use of Lecture/Course Materials

Materials used in Centennial College courses are subject to Intellectual Property and Copyright
protection, and as such cannot be used and posted for public dissemination without prior permission from
the original creator or copyright holder (e.g., student/professor/the College/or third-party source). This
includes class/lecture recordings, course materials, and third-party copyright-protected materials (such as
images, book chapters and articles). Copyright protections are automatic once an original work is created,
and applies whether or not a copyright statement appears on the material. Students and employees are
bound by College policies, including AC100-22 Intellectual Property, and SL100-02 Student Code of
Conduct, and any student or employee found to be using or posting course materials or recordings for
public dissemination without permission and/or inappropriately is in breach of these policies and may be

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sanctioned.

For more information on these and other policies, please visit www.centennialcollege.ca/about-
centennial/college-overview/college-policies.

Students enrolled in a joint or collaborative program are subject to the partner institution's academic
policies.

PLAR Process
This course is eligible for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). PLAR is a process by
which course credit may be granted for past learning acquired through work or other life experiences. The
PLAR process involves completing an assessment (portfolio, test, assignment, etc.) that reliably
demonstrates achievement of the course learning outcomes. Contact the academic school to obtain
information on the PLAR process and the required assessment.

This course outline and its associated weekly topical(s) may not be reproduced, in whole or in
part, without the prior permission of Centennial College.

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Topical Outline (subject to change):

ORIGINAL TOPICAL
Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Evaluation Evaluatio
Strategies Name and n Date
1 Leadership Variables Chapters 1-3 Discuss leadership and its importance. Lecture
Lecture Notes
Identify the satisfactions and frustrations of Class Discussions
leadership.
Exercises from the
Describe the variables that determine textbook
leadership effectiveness.

Categorize qualities that distinguish a leader.

Determine natural kind of intelligence and

leadership strength.
2 The Power of Vision Chapters 4-5 Discuss the role of vision for leadership Lecture
Lecture Notes success.
Class discussions
Describe how a leader creates and
implements a powerful vision. Exercises from the
textbook
Express the importance of alignment and
prioritization.

Determine the role of motivation on the tasks

of leadership.

Characterize an organizational climate that

attracts and keeps good people.

Describe the elements of true community.

3 The Importance of Chapters 6-7 Express the importance of ethics at work. Lecture Group Case
Ethics Lecture Notes study 1 due
Identify the levels and stages of moral Class discussions (6%)
development.
Exercises from the
Explain why leadership by values is textbook
important.

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Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Evaluation Evaluatio

Strategies Name and n Date
Classify the values as guidance in moral
dilemmas.

Explain the role of the leader in setting the

moral tone and ethical climate of the
workplace.
4 The Empowerment of Chapters 8-9 Express the philosophy and practice of Lecture Interactive
People Lecture Notes participative leadership. Discussion
Class discussions Post #1 -
Discuss leadership as a calling to serve. Weeks 1 to 3
Exercises from the due (10%)
Compare the sources and types of leadership textbook
power.

Explain the historical roots of the quality

movement.

Determine how to improve performance

through quality initiatives.
5 Leadership Principles Chapters 10-11 Apply the principles and practices of effective Lecture Group Case
Lecture Notes leadership. study 2 due
Class discussions (7%)
Develop a high-morale, high- performance
work force. Exercises from the
textbook
Construct the importance of good human
relations is in the work setting.

Demonstrate the art of effective listening.

Describe the characteristics of a high-

performance group.

Express what the leader can do to develop

communication, teamwork, and a one-team
attitude.
6 Human Behaviour and Chapters 12-13 Discuss why people do what they do. Lecture
the Art of Persuasion Lecture Notes
Explain the transformational power of human Class discussions
motivation.
Exercises from the
Describe employee engagement. textbook

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Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Evaluation Evaluatio

Strategies Name and n Date

Assess level of emotional intelligence.

Identify strengths and weaknesses in the art

of persuasion.

Explain why diversity is an important subject

for leadership effectiveness.

Describe what the leader can do to achieve

the benefits of diversity and avoid the pitfalls
of prejudice.
7 Group Chapters 1-13 All Major Areas Covered Class discussions Group Video
Presentations Presentations
due (15%)

Interactive
Discussion
Post #2 -
Weeks 4 to 6
due (10%)
8 Multiplying Chapters 14-15 Discuss the rules for effective delegation. Lecture
Effectiveness Lecture Notes
Explain how to give order. Class discussions

Discuss the types of skills needed at each Exercises from the

level of management. textbook

Determine how effectively to deal with

different types of people.

Know the strengths and needs of your

personality.
9 Developing Others: Chapters 16-17 Describe the role of the leader as coach and Lecture
Change Managment- Lecture Notes developer of people.
Part I Class discussions
Identify the conditions conductive to growth.
Exercises from the
Discuss how a leader can help people textbook
through change.
10 Developing Others: Chapters 16-17 Identify steps that can be taken for Lecture Interactive
Change Management- Lecture Notes emergency, short- term, and long -term in the Discussion

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Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Evaluation Evaluatio

Strategies Name and n Date
Part II burnout process. Class discussions Post #3 -
Weeks 8 to 9
Determine the characteristics of a hardly Exercises from the due (6%)
personality. textbook

Characterize level of adaptive capacity.

11 Performance Chapters 18-20 Explain master performance management as Lecture Group Case
Management- Part I Lecture Notes a leadership skill. study 3 due
Class discussions (7%)
Discuss how to set goals. provide feedback
on progress, and correct performance Exercises from the
problems. textbook

Determine the level of performance on the

areas of statesmanship, working through
others, entrepreneurship, achieving results,
and innovation, generating ideas.
12 Performance Chapters 18-20 Determine how to model and reinforce high Lecture Individual
Management- Part II Lecture Notes standards of professional conduct. Reflective
Class discussions Journal due
Explain how to improve performance through (15%)
behaviour modification. Exercises from the
textbook
13 Final Interactive Weeks 10 to 12 Relevant Concepts Discussed Class discussions Interactive
Discussions materials Discussion
Post #4 -
Weeks 10 to
12 due (9%)
14 Group Written Report All of course materials All Major Learning Objectives Discussed Class discussions Group Written
Report due
(15%)

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