Program Management: Identifying Your Objectives from Pluralsight

For your program to be successful you have to understand the needs you are trying to fill. This course will teach you how to design a program that fills your organization's needs and will put you on your way to earning your PMI PgMP® certification.

Have you had success delivering individual projects for your organization, but now you're ready to make the jump to delivering an entire program? In this course, Program Management: Identifying Your Objectives, you'll learn fundamental knowledge to assess the strategic needs of your organization so you can design programs that will fill those needs effectively. First, you'll learn how to interpret your organization's vision and strategy so you can understand where your program fits into that strategy. Next, you'll explore how to complete critical program planning activities, such as defining a program plan, creating a program roadmap, and writing a program charter to ensure that your program gets off on the right foot. Finally, you'll cover how to identify the benefits that your program will deliver, and estimate both the financial and non-financial values of each benefit so your organization can better understand its expected return on its investment in your program. When you're finished with this course, you'll have the skills and knowledge of program management necessary to properly assess your organizational needs, and enabling you to design a program that fills those needs for your organization.

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Syllabus

Course Overview

Understanding the PgMP® Certification

Assessing the Needs Your Program Will Fill

Creating a Compelling Business Case

Defining Your Program Plan

Creating Your Program Roadmap

Identifying the Benefits Your Program Will Yield

Creating Your Program Charter

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Useful for learners looking to take on leadership roles in project management

Taught by Jeremy Jarrell, a recognized leader in the project management profession

Provides both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in program management

Coursework is PMI-aligned, helping learners prepare for the PgMP® certification

Requires learners to have prior experience leading projects

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Program Management: Identifying Your Objectives with these activities:

Review the Program Management Framework

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Familiarize yourself with core PM concepts

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Review key concepts of program management
Refresh understanding of program planning and execution

Review Your Notes from Past Project Management Courses

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Reconnect with foundational concepts

Browse courses on Project Management

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Gather notes and materials from previous project management courses
Review the notes, focusing on key concepts and best practices

Complete Practice Exercises on Program Planning

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Reinforce your understanding through practical application

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Find practice exercises or mock exams on program planning
Solve the exercises, simulating real-world scenarios
Review your answers and identify areas for improvement

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Join a Peer Study Group for Program Management

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Collaborate with fellow learners to enhance your understanding

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Identify or form a study group with other students enrolled in the course
Regularly meet to discuss course material, share insights, and support each other

Explore Case Studies of Successful Programs

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Learn from real-world examples of effective program management

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Identify and gather case studies of successful programs related to your field
Analyze the case studies, focusing on their planning, execution, and outcomes

Attend a Workshop on Program Management

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Engage with experts and practitioners to deepen your knowledge

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Identify and register for a workshop on program management
Attend the workshop and actively participate in discussions and exercises

Career center

Learners who complete Program Management: Identifying Your Objectives will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Strategic Planner

Strategic Planners conduct research and analysis, assessing organizational needs to better plan for the future. Learners who wish to become Strategic Planners may find this course helpful. The course teaches learners how to interpret organizational vision, strategy, and plans, creating roadmaps and assessing needs. This knowledge is foundational to success in the field of Strategic Planning.

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Program Manager

Program Managers are accountable for the overall success of programs, which encompass multiple projects. Learners who wish to become Program Managers should take this course. It covers the fundamentals of program planning, such as defining a program plan, creating a roadmap, and writing a program charter. This information can be instrumental in preparing for a career as a Program Manager.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts define a company's needs and opportunities, helping them innovate to better achieve them. Those who wish to become Business Analysts may find this course helpful. It teaches learners how to assess strategic needs and create compelling business cases, which are areas that Business Analysts are responsible for. Ultimately, the course can provide a foundation for success within the field of Business Analysis.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are accountable for the successful delivery of projects, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Learners who wish to become Project Managers may find this course helpful. The course teaches learners how to assess strategic needs and define a program plan, creating a roadmap to help them better understand where a project falls within an overall strategy. This knowledge can build a foundation for success as a Project Manager.

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Business Development Manager

Business Development Managers identify and develop new business opportunities for their organizations. Learners who wish to become Business Development Managers may find this course helpful. The course covers assessing strategic needs and creating compelling business cases, which are foundational areas for success as a Business Development Manager.

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Consultant

Consultants provide expert advice to businesses and organizations, helping them solve problems and achieve their goals more effectively. Learners who wish to become Consultants may find this course helpful. The course teaches learners how to assess strategic needs, create business cases, and define program plans, skills that are essential to successful consulting.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are accountable for developing and delivering products that meet customer needs. Learners who wish to become Product Managers may find this course may be helpful. The course covers assessing strategic needs, defining program plans, and delivering benefits, which are foundational areas for the role of a Product Manager.

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Marketing Manager

Marketing Managers are accountable for developing and executing marketing campaigns to promote products and services. Learners who wish to become Marketing Managers may find this course may be helpful. The course covers assessing strategic needs and creating compelling business cases, which are foundational areas for success as a Marketing Manager.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts provide insights by analyzing large datasets, transforming raw data into usable information. Learners who wish to become Data Analysts may find this course may be helpful. The course teaches learners how to identify benefits and estimate their values, which are skills that can enhance success as a Data Analyst.

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Sales Manager

Sales Managers are accountable for leading and motivating sales teams to achieve revenue targets. Learners who wish to become Sales Managers may find this course may be helpful. The course covers assessing strategic needs and creating compelling business cases, areas that can enhance success as a Sales Manager.

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Financial Analyst

Financial Analysts assess and make recommendations on financial investments and opportunities. Learners who wish to become Financial Analysts may find this course may be helpful. The course covers estimating the financial value of benefits, which is a skill that can be useful within the role of a Financial Analyst.

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Operations Manager

Operations Managers are accountable for the day to day running of an organization, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Learners who wish to become Operations Managers may find this course may be helpful. The course covers assessing strategic needs and defining program plans, which are areas that can enhance success in the role of an Operations Manager.

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Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Managers are accountable for ensuring that products and services meet quality standards. Learners who wish to become Quality Assurance Managers may find this course may be helpful. The course covers assessing strategic needs and defining program plans, which are areas that can enhance success in the role of a Quality Assurance Manager.

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Information Technology Manager

Information Technology Managers are accountable for the planning, implementation, and management of information systems. Learners who wish to become Information Technology Managers may find this course may be helpful. The course covers assessing strategic needs and defining program plans, which are foundational areas for the role of an Information Technology Manager.

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Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Managers are accountable for managing the human capital of an organization, ensuring that it has the right people in the right place at the right time. Learners who wish to become Human Resources Managers may find this course may be helpful. The course covers assessing strategic needs and creating compelling business cases, foundational areas for the role of a Human Resources Manager.

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