(Fisher, Hunter, & Macrosson, 1997;

(Fisher, Hunter, & Macrosson, 1997; Johnson &
Johnson, 1995, 1999; Parker, 1990; Harris & Harris, 1996). Teams are an integral part of
many organizations and should be incorporated as part of the delivery of tertiary units.
Successful teamwork relies upon synergism existing between all team members creating an
environment where they are all willing to contribute and participate in order to promote and nurture a positive, effective team environment. Team members must be flexible enough to adapt to cooperative working environments where goals are achieved through collaboration and social interdependence rather than individualised, competitive goals