Program Management Introduction: What is it, WHY do it, How?

🚀 Course Title: Program Management Introduction: What is it, WHY do it, How?

🎉 Course Headline: Build a Program Plan, Unlock the Program Manager Role, Master How to Manage Programs, Discover Why Programs Trump Projects in Portfolio Management! 🎉

Introduction: Are you ready to elevate your project management skills to the next level? 🌟 Let's dive into the world of Program Management with your expert guide, Anca Onutac. With years of experience as a senior program manager, Anca knows the ins and outs of successful program planning and execution. Her golden rule is clear: if you have a program, manage it as a program – not as a project or as multiple projects. Why? Because effectively grouping related projects can amplify the benefits of your program exponentially!

Why Program Management? As a business owner, have you ever paused to consider the potential of aligning all your projects under one common goal? 🤔 Think bigger – what's that level-up achievement that you can only reach by consolidating all your projects into a unified program? This course is designed to help you find those answers.

Course Highlights:

• Optimize Your Resources: Learn strategies to allocate and manage resources efficiently to maximize returns.
• Increase Profits from Projects: Discover how to transform individual projects into a cohesive program that yields higher profits.
• Program Manager or Not?: Understand the importance of a dedicated Program Manager role in your organization.
• Differentiation Between Program, Project, and Portfolio Management: Distinguish what each entails and how they differ.

Course Structure:

1. 🎯 What is a Program? What is not a Program?

   • Define the essence of a program within the project management spectrum.

2. ⚖️ Program vs Project vs Portfolio: What’s the Difference?

   • Explore the nuances between managing programs, projects, and portfolios.

3. 🧠 Why Program Management Over Just Managing Multiple Projects?

   • Discover the strategic advantages of program management for your business objectives.

4. 🛠️ Program Management Role vs Project Manager Role:

   • Clarify the distinctions and expectations between these two crucial roles.

5. 📋 How to Manage a Program?

   • Gain insights into best practices for program management.

6. 📈 Creating a Program Management Plan from Scratch:

   • Follow step-by-step instructions on how to use Excel for planning your program.

Why Enroll in This Course? This course is the foundational block for anyone looking to understand or undertake program management. It's perfect for aspiring Program Managers, business owners, and project managers who wish to transition into a more strategic role within their organization. 🎓

If you're curious about delving deeper into Program Management after completing this course, Anca is here to guide you further on your learning journey. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or for additional resources.

Join us now and transform the way you approach project management by learning the powerful strategies of program management! 🌐✨