Requirements

• For a better learning experience
• we suggest you to use a laptop / mobile phone / pen and paper for taking notes
• highlighting important points
• and making summaries to reinforce your learning.

Description

Who this course is for:

• No special requirements. A course for anyone who wants to build career in Project and Program Management
• Introduction to the Program Management ProgramThe course introduces program management
• highlighting its strategic role in managing related projects to achieve broader organizational goals. The session is divided into four stages: What is Program Management The Role of a Program Manager Understanding Projects – key stages
• artifacts
• documents
• meetings
• and activities. Program Management Methodologies – including benefits and challenges. Key Concepts and Insights What is Program Management? Definition: Coordinated management of related projects for strategic alignment and value delivery. Focuses on improving organizational performance
• managing interdependencies
• and delivering consolidated benefits. The Role of a Program Manager Operates at a strategic level to align projects with organizational objectives. Distinct from a project manager
• focusing on coordination
• strategic outcomes
• and long-term benefits. Responsibilities include program planning
• resource allocation
• governance
• and change management.
• Strategic Program Alignment Ensures programs contribute to organizational strategy through proper planning and alignment. Involves stakeholder engagement
• governance
• and risk management. Program Lifecycle Management Phases include: Initiation: Defining vision
• stakeholders
• and initial planning. Planning: Roadmaps
• risk assessment
• and governance. Execution & Monitoring: Tracking progress and benefits realization. Closure: Consolidating outcomes and transitioning deliverables to operations.
• Benefits Management Focus on achieving long-term value through effective tracking
• analysis
• and transitioning deliverables into operations. Stakeholder Engagement Active management of relationships and communication to align stakeholder needs with program objectives. Tools include communication plans and risk identification strategies. Governance Establishes a framework to ensure programs align with organizational policies and maintain transparency. Key Takeaways Program management delivers strategic benefits beyond individual projects. Involves a lifecycle approach from initiation to closure
• with a focus on long-term outcomes. Core skills include strategic thinking
• leadership
• risk management
• and stakeholder alignment.
• Summary of the Program Management Course Detailed This course is divided into 4 stages. The first one is “what is Program Management”
• the second one is the role of a program manager
• the third stage is “Understanding Programs: Key Stages
• Artifacts
• Documents
• Meetings
• and Activities”
• and the last one focus on the methodologies
• benefits and challenges. This lesson is structured in eight stages
• each diving into key aspects of program management: Introduction to Program Management: We’ll start by understanding what program management is
• its importance
• and how it differs from project management. This includes exploring the definition
• key objectives and expected outcomes
• along with its history and evolution. Then
• we will have the Key Functions and Responsibilities as a Program Manager: This section will examine the strategic role of a program manager
• their essential competencies and critical responsibilities
• such as strategic planning
• stakeholder management
• risk
• and quality governance. The Program Management Lifecycle: Here
• we’ll cover the program management stages
• from initiation to closure
• along with important artifacts and documents like the program charter
• benefits realization plan
• and risk register. Key Functions in Program Management: This part will emphasize strategic alignment
• benefits management
• resource allocation
• and financial oversight
• focusing on metrics that track program performance and impact.
• Methodologies and Frameworks in Program Management: We’ll dive into common frameworks such as Managing Successful Programmes (MSP)
• Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
• and hybrid models
• along with essential tools for program oversight. Challenges in Program Management: In this section
• we’ll discuss challenges like cross-project dependencies
• stakeholder expectations
• scope creep
• and solutions for communication breakdowns and resource constraints. Advanced Program Management Techniques: This includes leadership approaches
• adaptive communication
• and ethical decision-making
• along with case studies that highlight best practices in successful programs. Program Management Benefits
• Metrics
• and Evaluation: We’ll conclude by discussing metrics for assessing program impact
• long-term benefits realization
• and continuous improvement for future programs. Throughout these lessons
• you will gain insights into the comprehensive scope of program management
• its methodologies
• and the skills required to ensure successful program outcomes. This structure will reinforce the strategic importance of program management in achieving organizational goals.