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Mastering Program Management: Strategy to Certification Specialization
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Mastering Program Management: Strategy to Certification Specialization

Power your project management career into top gear. Build job-ready skills, prepare for PMI-PgMP certification, and open doors to new opportunities in program management.

Daniel C. Yeomans
Skill-Up EdTech Team

Instructors: Daniel C. Yeomans

Sponsored by Hawaii Pacific University

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 month
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Job-ready program management skills supported by practical experience that make your resume stand out.

  • Full understanding of the program lifecycle and how to define key deliverables to ensure successful project outcomes.

  • How to align multiple projects with strategic goals, engage stakeholders, and ensure accountability throughout the program management process.

  • Must-have knowledge of the PMI-PgMP certification exam supported by a comprehensive mock exam to solidify your knowledge.

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November 2024

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • Essential, highly sought-after program manager skills for aligning strategic program initiatives with organizational goals.

  • The three phases of the program lifecycle, program manager responsibilities, and how to create a comprehensive, effective program management plan. 

  • What a program manager does with respect to framework, strategy, and planning, including benefits realization and value creation processes.

  • Risk management strategies that minimize program uncertainties, reinforced through practical hands-on labs and interactive exercises.

What you'll learn

  • Key skills in program manager stakeholder engagement and program governance in just one month that will catch the eye of employers

  • How to analyze stakeholder needs, develop communication strategies, and ensure alignment across the program and team

  • How to effectively manage the financial aspects of program management, including budgeting, cost control, and resource allocation

  • The principles of effective governance and how to adhere to the PMI’s ethical standards

What you'll learn

  • Get expert test-taking strategies and tips Program Managers need to pass the PMI-PgMP certification exam

  • Understand the eligibility criteria, application process, and exam structure, plus how program management performance domains are covered in the exam

  • Discover key information resources and additional channels that will help you prepare effectively for the exam

  • Test your readiness for the exam with practice questions and a full-length mock paper to give your confidence a final boost

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Daniel C. Yeomans
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