| Abstract [eng] |
Master’s thesis was prepared in Vilnius in 2023 Scope of Master’s thesis – 91 pages Number of tables used in the FMT – 5 pcs. Number of figures used in the FMT – 7 pcs. Number of bibliography and references – 142 pcs. Nowadays, many countries are engaged in crises and conflicts worldwide, the Russian-Ukrainian war being one of them. Such geopolitical crises impact the global financial and security picture, business practices, and market dynamics. These circumstances have also required reviewing crisis management methods, specifically in project management. This particular demand emphasises the importance of research and knowledge transfer on crisis management methods in light of present geopolitical shifts to sustain project resilience in addition to sustainability in a rapidly changing world. This exploratory research employs semi-structured interviews and a literature review to analyse the crisis management of projects during the Russian-Ukrainian conflict alongside project managers' challenges and approaches. Despite limitations, the study used thematic analysis, transcription cross-checking, and data triangulation with secondary research to ensure accuracy and strengthen the interpretation of its results. Investigation into project management in the Russian-Ukrainian War highlights decision-making, communication, and team motivation as essential in crisis scenarios. It stresses the need for emotional intelligence, risk-aware decision-making, and training in understanding culturally sensitive communication. The importance of leadership for increasing team morale and flexibility is also emphasised. The research also identifies the need for flexible resource management and the value of recognising diverse crisis perceptions to be able to create new and flexible management approaches required to navigate complex crisis contexts successfully. |
