Course Overview:
Program Management Essentials provides participants with the foundational knowledge and practical skills required to manage complex programs effectively. The course covers key aspects of program management including program planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation. Participants will learn how to align programs with strategic organizational goals, manage multiple interrelated projects, and handle risks and stakeholders. This course emphasizes hands-on learning, with real-world examples and case studies to ensure participants gain actionable insights to apply in their own work environments.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Program Managers and Project Managers transitioning to program management roles.
- Senior Executives overseeing multiple projects.
- Professionals involved in strategic planning, project portfolio management, or enterprise management.
- Managers aspiring to improve program management skills to enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Team leads or PMO members involved in complex project portfolios.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of program management and its role within an organization.
- Align programs with organizational strategy and business objectives.
- Develop program management plans, frameworks, and structures.
- Manage resources, risks, and stakeholders across complex programs.
- Apply tools and techniques for effective program governance, monitoring, and control.
- Evaluate and measure program success and integrate lessons learned into future programs.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Program Management
- Understanding Programs vs. Projects
- Program Management Framework and Lifecycle
- Key Roles and Responsibilities of Program Managers
- Aligning Programs with Organizational Strategy
Module 2: Program Planning and Governance
- Defining Program Scope and Objectives
- Developing a Program Management Plan
- Program Governance and Decision-Making Frameworks
- Managing Stakeholders in a Program Environment
Module 3: Program Execution and Resource Management
- Managing Program Resources: Budget, Human Resources, and Time
- Interdependency Management across Projects
- Leadership in Program Management
- Collaboration and Communication Strategies
Module 4: Risk Management and Program Monitoring
- Identifying and Assessing Risks in Programs
- Implementing Risk Mitigation Strategies
- Program Monitoring and Controlling Techniques
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Program Reporting
Module 5: Program Evaluation and Continuous Improvement
- Evaluating Program Success and Benefits Realization
- Program Closeout and Transition
- Lessons Learned and Continuous Improvement in Programs
- Applying Program Management Best Practices in the Real World
Customized Training
This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.
Requirements
Participants need to be proficient in English.
Training Fee
The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.
Certification
A certificate from Ideal Sense & Workplace Solutions is awarded upon successful completion.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.
Payment
Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealsense.org.
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