Program Management Fundamentals

Program Management Fundamentals

This course is part of Program Management Professional PMI-PgMP® Certification Prep Specialization

Instructor: LearnKartS

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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(24 reviews)

Intermediate level

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3 hours to complete

3 weeks at 1 hour a week

Flexible schedule

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What you'll learn

Analyze how organizational strategy aligns with program management responsibilities.
Gain insight into essential ECO tasks.
Apply program management principles to formulate a program governance plan.
Grasp the foundational aspects of program management.

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Welcome to the Program Management Fundamentals course!

This course focuses on the essential principles, methodologies, and best practices established by the Project Management Institute (PMI®) to navigate the complexities of program management. Learners should have prior experience in program management and a solid understanding of project management principles. Familiarity with the PMI® framework is recommended. By the end of this course, - Analyze the alignment of organizational strategy with program management tasks. - Create a comprehensive understanding of ECO tasks. - Apply program management principles to a program governance plan. - Understand the fundamentals of program management. The course contains engaging videos, quizzes, and assessments, that will enrich your learning experience and ensure a thorough understanding of program management fundamentals.

This module covers PgMP® certification essentials with exam prep, study tips, and effective test strategies. By the end of this module, the learner will understand program lifecycle, stakeholder management, governance planning, and alignment strategies for PgMP® readiness and enhanced program management skills.

What's included

23 videos3 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt

23 videosTotal 102 minutes

Course Introduction1 minutePreview module
Why Program Management Professional (PgMP®) Certification?4 minutes
PgMP® Certification Journey5 minutes
PgMP® Credential Exam Fee Structure2 minutes
Calculating the Experience Hours6 minutes
PgMP® Exam (Evaluation Level 1 and 2)6 minutes
Study Tips and Test Taking Tips3 minutes
Test Taking Strategy3 minutes
ECO Task 1, SPM 3.1 Organization Strategy and Program Alignment5 minutes
Program Lifecycle Management Tasks4 minutes
ECO Tasks 7 to 155 minutes
ECO Tasks 16 to 244 minutes
ECO Tasks 25 to 302 minutes
ECO Tasks 31 to 356 minutes
ECO Task 1: SPM 5.1 Program Stakeholder Identification5 minutes
ECO Task 1: SPM 6.1.1 Establishing a Program Governance Plan6 minutes
Overview of Program Management3 minutes
Program Management Activities, Examples and Ground Rules2 minutes
Portfolio, Program and Project Relationship4 minutes
Comparative Overview of Project, Program, and Portfolio Management3 minutes
Project, Program, & Portfolio Supporting Organizational Strategy3 minutes
Program Management Activities and Benefits2 minutes
Overview of Program Management and PMO6 minutes

3 readingsTotal 7 minutes

Specialization Introduction3 minutes
Introduction and Syllabus2 minutes
Course Synopsis2 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

PgMP® Certification Significance9 minutes
Strategic Study and Case Analysis6 minutes
Stakeholder Identification and Program Management9 minutes
Portfolio, Program, and Project Management9 minutes
Program Governance and Management27 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 12 minutes

Significance and Challenges of Pursuing the PgMP®12 minutes

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LearnKartS

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Frequently asked questions

Program management involves overseeing multiple related projects to achieve strategic objectives. It focuses on coordinating efforts, managing resources, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Yes, you will receive the course certificate upon completing the videos and quizzes provided in the course.

Program management professionals can pursue various career paths in sectors such as IT, construction, healthcare, finance, government, and non-profit organizations. Common job titles include program manager, project director, portfolio manager, and strategic planner.

Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:

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The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.

Program Management Fundamentals

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There is 1 module in this course