Cross-Team Collaboration Strategies
Unlock the skills needed to foster collaboration, enhance communication, and drive organisational success.
Duration
2 weeksWeekly study
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How it works
Cross-Team Collaboration Strategies
Enhance teamwork and streamline collaboration across teams for greater success
Explore common barriers to teamwork and learn practical strategies to improve communication and coordination across departments on this online course from Starweaver.
On this two week course, you’ll understand how different functional areas interact and how to overcome silos within an organisation.
Build a culture of trust and effective communication
You’ll begin by learning techniques to establish trust, encourage transparency, and improve information sharing among team members.
Then, you’ll work on developing your leadership skills to better promote cooperation and a shared sense of purpose within and across your teams.
Develop conflict-resolution and problem-solving skills
Next, you’ll discover how to manage conflicts constructively and use mediation techniques to foster collaboration.
You’ll gain insights into decision-making frameworks that help teams navigate challenges and work toward shared goals.
Learn from industry experts in leadership and teamwork
This course features case studies, interactive exercises, and expert-led discussions to help you apply cross-team collaboration strategies effectively.
By the end, you’ll be equipped with the skills to lead, communicate, and collaborate successfully in any work environment.
Syllabus
Week 1
Mastering Cross-Functional Collaboration
Lesson 1: Introduction to Cross-Team Collaboration Strategies
In this lesson, you will be introduced to the fundamentals of cross-team collaboration strategies, its significance for entry-level supervisors and managers, and the key learning objectives of the course.
Lesson 2: Understanding Functional Areas and Challenges
In this lesson, you will explore the various functional areas within an organization and the common challenges that hinder cross-functional collaboration.
Lesson 3: Effective Communication and Information Sharing
In this lesson, you'll learn how to communicate clearly and effectively in cross-functional teams. Explore techniques for active listening, choosing the right communication channels, and using technology to support seamless inform
Lesson 4: Managing Conflict and Problem Solving
In this lesson, you will explore common sources of conflict in cross-functional teams and learn strategies for resolving them constructively.
Week 2
Building Bridges Across Teams
Lesson 5: Leveraging Diverse Perspectives
In this lesson, you'll discover how diverse perspectives enhance collaboration and innovation. Explore ways to create an inclusive environment, encourage creative thinking, and effectively integrate different viewpoints for strong
Lesson 6: Cultivating Effective Teamwork
In this lesson, you'll learn strategies to build strong, collaborative teams. Focus areas include fostering a shared purpose, encouraging knowledge sharing across functions, and recognizing achievements that strengthen teamwork.
Lesson 7: Conclusion and Next Steps
In this lesson, you'll review the key takeaways from the session and reflect on how to apply them moving forward. This wrap-up will reinforce learning and outline practical next steps for continued growth.
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Learning on this course
On every step of the course you can meet other learners, share your ideas and join in with active discussions in the comments.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...
- Identify challenges in cross-functional collaboration and apply strategies to improve communication, teamwork, and goal alignment.
- Use tools and techniques to enhance communication, establish clear channels, and foster active listening in cross-functional teams.
- Recognize and resolve conflicts using mediation and negotiation strategies to promote healthy debate and constructive criticism.
- Strengthen problem-solving skills, analyze diverse perspectives, and apply collaborative decision-making techniques to reach consensus.
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for supervisors, managers, and professionals who want to improve their leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities in a cross-functional work environment.
Who will you learn with?
Who developed the course?
Starweaver
Starweaver is a next generation platform that engages your workforce as no other. Combining business and technical skills, Starweaver provides real-time skill building that is in line with your business objectives and strategies, and in your associates day to day tasks and jobs.
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Choose the best way to learn for you!
Buy this course
$54/one-off payment
Fulfill your current learning need
- Access to this course
- Learn at your own pace
- Discuss your learning in comments
- Printed and digital certificate when you’re eligible
Subscribe & save
$349.99 for one year
Automatically renews
Develop skills to further your career
- Access to this course
- Access to 1,000+ courses
- Learn at your own pace
- Discuss your learning in comments
- Digital certificate when you're eligible
Cancel for free anytime
Start learning today
Free
Try this course - with limits
- Limited to 2 weeks
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