ANALYSIS OF THE MANAGEMENT SKILLS REQUIRED OF LEADERS OF PROJECT TEAMS USING THE ANALYTIC HIERARCHY PROCESS METHOD (AHP)

This paper, based on a master’s thesis, provides a definition, description and the
importance of effective leadership within project management. The paper describes the
principles for effective leadership within project management, the function of leadership and
contrasts different leadership theories, as well as the effects of the different types of leaders
in organizations. The paper provides an analysis of theories that dictate the effectiveness of
leadership and how effective leadership in project teams influences a range of other variables.
The paper utilizes the AHP method (hierarchical analysis process) to show the priority of
management skills within a project management domain.

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