Program Management: Managing Multiple Related Projects Successfully

Course Methodology

The course uses interactive techniques, such as brief presentations by the consultant and the participants. The course also features several group exercises and case studies followed by plenary discussions and the use of computer programs for simulation. 

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Define a program and all its components, as well as identify the role of the program manager
• Produce a plan that aligns the program with the organization's strategy
• Develop the components of program management plans that include scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation and use MS Project as a tool to manage these components
• Identify, analyze, and engage internal and external stakeholders to meet program objectives
• Formulate metrics and dashboards to report the health of the program

Target Audience

This course has been designed for program managers, senior project managers, and project managers who are managing multiple related projects simultaneously. 

Target Competencies

• Program management
• Planning
• Stakeholder management
• Reporting
• Governance
• Developing metrics

Note

Meirc has been reviewed and approved by the PMI® Authorized Training Partner Program. This course is worth 30 Professional Development Units (PDUs).