High-achieving Program Managers know that, for a program to be a success, it’s critical to ensure identified benefits align with an organization’s strategic goals. This course provides aspiring program managers with the tools to align multiple projects with broad organizational goals and achieve impactful results.

You will learn:

Essential program management skills for aligning program initiatives with organizational goals to drive success.
The three key phases of the program lifecycle, core responsibilities of program managers, and the creation of an effective program management plan.
The role of a program manager regarding framework, strategy, and planning
Risk management strategies that reduce program uncertainties

Course Overview

During this course, you’ll explore the overall program management framework and the program lifecycle. You’ll examine how programs align with organizational strategy, while balancing portfolio and operations management. You’ll also look at program integration management and how to implement strategic initiatives in a changing environment, employing effective risk management strategies.

Additionally, you’ll build hands-on experience applying your knowledge in online labs. Plus, you’ll complete a final project that simulates a real-life scenario.

If you’re keen to build the essential framework, strategy, and planning skills you need to be a successful Program Manager and stand out to employers, enroll today!

Course Syllabus

Welcome to the Course

Video: Course Introduction
Reading: General Information
Reading: Learning Objectives and Syllabus
Reading: Grading Scheme
Reading: How to Make the Most of this Course
Video: Meet the Experts
Video: Program Management Overview

Module 1: The Program Lifecycle

Reading: Module 1 Introduction and Learning Objectives
Video: Program Lifecycle Overview
Reading: Program Management Performance Domains
Video: Program Definition Phase
Reading: Program Definition Phase Checklist
Video: Expert Viewpoints: Program Definition Phase
Video: Completing the Program Definition Phase
Lab: Analyze a Program Definition Scenario
Video: Program Delivery Phase
Reading: Program Delivery Phase Checklist
Video: Program Closure Phase
Video: Expert Viewpoints: Program Closure
Reading: Program Closure Phase Checklist
Lab: Analyze a Program Closure Scenario
Practice Quiz: The Program Lifecycle
Reading: Summary and Highlights: The Program Lifecycle
Glossary: The Program Lifecycle
Graded Quiz: The Program Lifecycle

Module 2: Strategy Alignment and Benefits Planning

Reading: Module 2 Introduction and Learning Objectives
Video: Strategic Initiative Development
Reading: Illustrating the Strategic Initiative Development Process
Video: Demo: Portfolios as a Vehicle to Deliver Strategic Initiatives
Video: Expert Viewpoints: Strategic Initiative Planning
Lab: Develop a Portfolio Based on a Scenario
Video: The Benefits Management Process
Reading: The Benefits Management Process: A Checklist
Video: Demo: Benefits Identification, Analysis, and Planning
Video: Expert Viewpoints: Organizational Maturity and Change
Video: Demo: Benefits Delivery, Transition, and Sustainment
Lab: Develop a Benefits Register
Practice Quiz: Strategy Alignment and Benefits Planning
Reading: Summary and Highlights: Strategy Alignment and Benefits Planning
Glossary: Strategy Alignment and Benefits Planning
Graded Quiz: Strategy Alignment and Benefits Planning

Module 3: Program Activities and Execution

Reading: Module 3 Introduction and Learning Objective
Video: Program Integration Management
Reading: Program Business Case and Program Charter Overview and Templates
Video: Demo: Program Formulation Activities
Reading: Program Management Plan Overview and Templates
Video: Demo: Program Planning
Video: Expert Viewpoints: Program Formulation and Planning
Lab: Create an Abbreviated Program Management Plan
Reading: Program Delivery Phase Activities
Video: Demo: Communications and Information Management
Reading: Program Delivery: Quality Management
Video: Demo: Scope and Schedule Management
Video: Demo: Program Delivery: Risk Management
Video: Expert Viewpoints: Program Manager Role in Delivery
Reading: Program Closure
Lab: Risk Management
Practice Quiz: Program Activities and Execution
Reading: Summary and Highlights: Program Activities and Execution
Glossary: Program Activities and Execution
Graded Quiz: Program Activities and Execution

Module 4: Guided Project and Final Assessment

Reading: Module 4 Introduction and Learning Objectives
Reading: Final Project Overview
Final Project: Sakura Sweets Online Presence Enhancement
Graded Quiz: Final Graded Quiz

Course Wrap-Up

Video: Course Highlights and Key Takeaways
Reading: Congratulations and Next Steps
Reading: Team and Acknowledgments

Course Rating and Feedback

Course Rating and Feedback

Recommended Skills Prior to Taking this Course

Anyone interested in learning about the program manager’s role in planning and executing strategic projects will benefit from taking this course. While there are no specific prerequisites , some project management experience is recommended for those seeking project or program management professional certifications.

Program Manager: Framework, Strategy, and Planning

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