Global Perceptions of Teams in Project Management

Abstract

The importance of team building and teamwork cannot be over emphasized as more work is increasingly performed in teams. The success of teams can be influenced by the makeup of the team and the working relationship between team members. A group of individuals with the same perceptions and team values can form a more effective team with more effective teamwork activities resulting in more successful outcomes. The purpose of this research is to examine the perceptions of international students on teams and determine if culture is related to their perceptions of teams. The international students in a project management course were surveyed, and the findings suggest significant difference in perception of international students about the importance of team building skills and teamwork.