Program Management Fundamentals

Description

This interactive seminar is an introduction to program management based on the book Program Management (2nd Edition) written by Michel Thiry. The first edition is a best-seller recommended by the PMI for studying for PgMP.

It is aligned with the PMI Standard (3rd Edition) but also considers other known standards. This seminar reviews the fundamentals of program management as a discipline distinct from project management; it outlines the core program functions as well as the key steps in the program management life cycle.

Learning Objectives

After this seminar, you will be able to:

1. understand the personal and business requirements necessary to manage a program
2. comprehend the difference between programs and projects
3. understand alignment with organizational objectives & strategic goals
4. optimize use of program resources to ensure benefits delivery
5. recognize the role of the program manager as the sponsor for projects within their program
6. actively manage business value and stakeholders’ benefits
7. recognize why, when, and how to use program management

Delivery Methods

• ✅ Live-streaming (virtual)
• ✅ Live in-person (classroom)

PDU Allocation

TOTAL PDUs = 8

• Ways of Working: 3
• Power Skills: 1
• Business Acumen: 4

Languages

• English