Cross-Functional Teams Collaboration

Available Dates

Dec-16-2024

Dubai
Jan-13-2025

Dubai
Feb-10-2025

Dubai
Mar-10-2025

Dubai
Apr-14-2025

Dubai
May-12-2025

Dubai
June-09-2025

Dubai
July-14-2025

Dubai
Aug-11-2025

Dubai
Sep-08-2025

Dubai
Oct-13-2025

Dubai
Nov-10-2025

Dubai
Dec-08-2025

Dubai

Dates in Other Venues

Dec-16-2024

Kuala Lumpur
Dec-16-2024

Barcelona
Dec-16-2024

Istanbul
Dec-23-2024

Singapore
Dec-30-2024

London
Dec-30-2024

Amsterdam
Dec-30-2024

Paris
Jan-06-2025

Amsterdam
Jan-06-2025

London
Jan-13-2025

Barcelona
Jan-20-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Jan-20-2025

Istanbul
Jan-27-2025

Singapore
Jan-27-2025

Paris
Feb-03-2025

Amsterdam
Feb-03-2025

London
Feb-10-2025

Barcelona
Feb-17-2025

Istanbul
Feb-17-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Feb-24-2025

Singapore
Feb-24-2025

Paris
Mar-03-2025

London
Mar-03-2025

Amsterdam
Mar-10-2025

Barcelona
Mar-17-2025

Istanbul
Mar-17-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Mar-24-2025

Singapore
Mar-24-2025

Paris
Apr-07-2025

London
Apr-07-2025

Amsterdam
Apr-14-2025

Barcelona
Apr-21-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Apr-21-2025

Istanbul
Apr-28-2025

Singapore
Apr-28-2025

Paris
May-05-2025

London
May-05-2025

Amsterdam
May-12-2025

Barcelona
May-19-2025

Istanbul
May-19-2025

Kuala Lumpur
May-26-2025

Paris
May-26-2025

Singapore
June-02-2025

Amsterdam
June-02-2025

London
June-09-2025

Barcelona
June-16-2025

Istanbul
June-16-2025

Kuala Lumpur
June-23-2025

Singapore
June-30-2025

London
June-30-2025

Paris
June-30-2025

Amsterdam
July-07-2025

Amsterdam
July-07-2025

London
July-14-2025

Barcelona
July-21-2025

Istanbul
July-21-2025

Kuala Lumpur
July-28-2025

Singapore
July-28-2025

Paris
Aug-04-2025

London
Aug-04-2025

Amsterdam
Aug-11-2025

Barcelona
Aug-18-2025

Istanbul
Aug-18-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Aug-25-2025

Paris
Aug-25-2025

Singapore
Sep-01-2025

London
Sep-01-2025

Amsterdam
Sep-08-2025

Barcelona
Sep-15-2025

Istanbul
Sep-15-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Sep-22-2025

Singapore
Sep-29-2025

Paris
Sep-29-2025

Amsterdam
Sep-29-2025

London
Oct-06-2025

London
Oct-06-2025

Amsterdam
Oct-13-2025

Barcelona
Oct-20-2025

Istanbul
Oct-20-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Oct-27-2025

Singapore
Oct-27-2025

Paris
Nov-03-2025

London
Nov-03-2025

Amsterdam
Nov-10-2025

Barcelona
Nov-17-2025

Istanbul
Nov-17-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Nov-24-2025

Singapore
Nov-24-2025

Paris
Dec-01-2025

Amsterdam
Dec-01-2025

London
Dec-08-2025

Barcelona
Dec-15-2025

Kuala Lumpur
Dec-15-2025

Istanbul
Dec-22-2025

Singapore
Dec-29-2025

London
Dec-29-2025

Amsterdam
Dec-29-2025

Paris

Course Details

Navigating the intricacies of collaboration among diverse groups is a challenge faced by many organizations striving for innovation and efficiency. Cross-functional teams, composed of members from various departments and expertise, are pivotal in driving organizational success by leveraging diverse perspectives and skills. The Cross-Functional Teams Collaboration training course is designed to equip participants with the tools and strategies necessary to build and maintain effective cross-functional teams.

Participants will explore the fundamental principles of cross-functional collaboration, focusing on overcoming common obstacles such as communication barriers, competing priorities, and resistance to change. The course offers insights into fostering clear and concise communication, employing conflict resolution techniques, and harnessing the power of diversity to drive innovation. Furthermore, participants will learn how to cultivate a culture of teamwork by creating shared goals and recognizing collaborative achievements.

Through practical exercises and real-world examples, this course empowers individuals to enhance their ability to work within and lead cross-functional teams, ultimately improving organizational cohesion and performance.

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

Confidently lead cross-functional teams and inspire collaboration
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the significance of cross-functional teams in modern organizations.
Understand common challenges and obstacles within cross-functional teams and how to overcome them.
Effectively communicate with persons across different departments and bridge departmental divides
Implementing different techniques to resolve conflicts constructively and reach the best solutions
Encourage diverse and inclusive environments to drive innovation and achieve breakthrough results.
Create a strong teamwork culture utilizing strategies that encourage diverse thinking and unify the team.

This course is ideal for professionals who seek to elevate their ability to collaborate effectively across diverse functional areas:

Product Managers
Project Managers
Product Development Team
Marketing Managers
Sales Teams
Customer Support Representatives
Design Team
Engineering Team
Quality Assurance Teams
Supply Chain Managers
Operations Managers
HR Professionals
Business Analysts
Innovation Teams
Cross-functional team leaders
Product Leaders
Product Owners
Entrepreneurs

Our courses in Dubai are held at the LPC office located at:

ParkLane Tower - Business Bay - Dubai, 7th Floor, Office 718.

Once you register, we will subsequently send you the course details, including the location, trainer, and other logistical information.

Pay Attention, Please! The course location at our offices is subject to availability. Should our office be unavailable, we will secure an alternative nearby venue and promptly inform you of the change. The exact time and location will be confirmed one week prior to the course commencement.

Course Outline

5 days course

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Building the Foundation

Understanding the meaning of cross-functional teams
Determining the importance of cross-functional teams in maintaining collaboration, alignment, and engagement across different functional areas
Exploring common challenges associated with cross-functional teams:

Solid thinking
Lack of communication
Competing priorities
Resistance to change
Territorial behavior
Conflicting objectives

Discussing examples of collaboration obstacles
Exploring strategies for building a collaborative environment with a cross-functional team

Communication is the Key

Discovering techniques for clear, concise, and transparent communication across disciplines
Understanding how active listening and empathy help in understanding different perspectives
Understanding how to select the right communication channels based on the nature of information, urgency, and the needs of the audience
Discussing the role of utilizing technology for sharing information
Discovering brainstorming techniques for effective communication and idea generation:

Mind mapping
Free Association
Nominal Group

Conflict Resolution Techniques

Discussing sources and causes of conflicts in cross-functional teams
Exploring strategies to address and resolve conflicts effectively
Identifying the types of negotiation and its significance in resolving conflicts:

Principled negotiation
Integrative bargaining

Discussing how to use problem-solving techniques to address conflicts

Problem-solving cycle
SWOT analysis

Understanding the importance of having analytics thinking skills to solve complex issues
Techniques to evaluate the potential solutions:

Cost-benefit analysis
Decision matrixes

Diversity for Innovation

Identifying the importance of adopting diverse perspectives in cross-functional teams to drive innovation
Discussing ways to build inclusive environments in workplaces
Understanding the benefits of encouraging diverse thinking in cross-functional teams
Exploring techniques for integrating different perspectives for better results:

Consensus building
Compromise

Real-life examples of leveraging diverse perspectives

Teamwork Culture

Understanding the importance of having effective teamwork within the organization
Discussing effective strategies for building a teamwork culture
Determining the significance of creating shared goals and vision that unites team members
Understanding the importance of recognizing and rewarding collaborative achievements
Case study: Walt Disney & IBM strategy for fostering teamwork and collaboration
Course recap and Q&A
Course Evaluation

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