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Learning Program Management

With Michael Boyle Liked by 7,624 users
Duration: 51m Skill level: Intermediate Released: 8/4/2017

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What is the difference between a project and a program? What do program managers do? These questions and others are answered in this course which covers the essentials of program management. Learn about the skills needed to be a program manager. Discover the milestones and phases involved in the life cycle of a program—from planning to delivery and beyond. Find out how to manage programs, align programs to business strategies, deliver beneficial results, communicate with stakeholders, govern program activities, map program schedules, and support integral program processes.

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  • John McManus PMI-PMP PMI-ACP BSc John McManus PMI-PMP PMI-ACP BSc

    John McManus PMI-PMP PMI-ACP BSc

    Projects Team Leader for Primary Delivery at Telstra Purple

    5/5 March 28, 2025
    I am very confident that I have learned valuable skills from this course. The content was well-structured, practical, and highly relevant to real-world applications. The course provided clear explanations, hands-on exercises, and insightful discussions that deepened my understanding. I feel well-equipped to apply these skills in my work and am excited to put them into practice!
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  • Kasim Juma Kasim Juma

    Kasim Juma

    Project Support Worker | Public Policy Geek | Dedicated to Enhancing Humanitarian Efforts in Darfur, Sudan | Loving Dad of Five

    5/5 March 24, 2025
    It sums up all the key ideas about program management in under one hour. It's a good starting point for managers interested in digging deep or upgrading their skills in program management.
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  • Wael E. Wael E.

    Wael E.

    MEP Project Manager, MEP Projects Director, PMO Director, PMO Manager, MEP Area manager

    5/5 March 16, 2025
    It was good introduction
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Contents

What’s included

  • Practice while you learn 1 exercise file
  • Test your knowledge 7 quizzes
  • Learn on the go Access on tablet and phone
  • Stay up to date Continuing Education Units

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