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<text variant="body1">Prepare for a career in the high-demand field of program management. The program management skills you learn in this program prepare you for an entry-level role as a program manager. This program also prepares you for a variety of other entry-level roles that require goal-driven problem-solving and strategic planning. <text variant="body1">These roles include: <text variant="body1">· Project Manager <text variant="body1">· Program Manager <text variant="body1">· Product Manager <text variant="body1">· Scrum Master <text variant="body1">· Project Coordinator <text variant="body1">· Business Analyst <text variant="body1">· Change Manager <text variant="body1">· Operations Manager <text variant="body1">· IT Project Manager <text variant="body1">· Construction Project Manager <text variant="body1">· Engineering Project Manager

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High Performing PMOs

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High Performing PMOs

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

34 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Learn to define Project Management Offices (PMOs) and their evolution into Strategic Realization Offices (SROs), including key characteristics.
Explore the strategic value of PMOs, focusing on their contributions to return on investment (ROI) and alignment with business objectives.
Examine change management practices emphasizing resilience and adaptability, along with emerging trends such as Agile and Artificial Intelligence.

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There are 5 modules in this course

This course on Project Management Offices (PMOs) and Strategic Realization Offices (SROs) offers a comprehensive understanding of these organizational entities and their strategic significance. You will explore the evolution of PMOs into SROs and gain insight into their key characteristics and types, emphasizing strategic value with a focus on return on investment (ROI) and alignment. You will examine change management, focusing on resilience and adaptability, and engage with emerging trends, such as Agile approaches and Artificial Intelligence, in program and portfolio management. Through theoretical concepts and practical experience, you will be empowered to drive organizational success through effective PMO and SRO implementation and management.

After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Identify what a PMO is, including its key characteristics and different types. • Discuss the strategic value PMOs bring to an organization, including ROI and alignment with business goals. • Discuss the evolution of PMOs into Strategic Realization Offices (SROs). This is a great way to prepare for some useful certifications, such as PgMP - Program Management Professional from PMI, and MSP Practitioner - Managing Successful Programs from AXELOS.

In this module, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the Project Management Office (PMO) and its critical role in organizational success. Participants will delve into the defining characteristics of high-performing PMOs, explore the tangible and strategic value PMOs bring to organizations, and examine the evolution of PMOs into Strategic Realization Offices (SROs) and Value Realization Offices (VROs).

What's included

10 videos6 readings7 assignments1 discussion prompt

10 videos Total 53 minutes

Course introduction 4 minutes
What is a PMO? 7 minutes
The importance of PMOs 5 minutes
PMO roles 5 minutes
PMO set-up 5 minutes
Aligning projects with organizational strategy 6 minutes
PMO maturity models 5 minutes
Evolution of traditional PMOs 6 minutes
The shift to strategy realization offices (SROs) 5 minutes
Emergence of value realization offices (VROs) 5 minutes

6 readings Total 60 minutes

Course syllabus: High Performing PMOs 10 minutes
How to be successful in this course 10 minutes
Types of PMOs 10 minutes
Resource management and allocation 10 minutes
PMO maturity models in depth 10 minutes
Integrating SROs and VROs in modern organizations 10 minutes

7 assignments Total 105 minutes

Activity: Definition and characteristics of high performing PMOs 10 minutes
Knowledge check: Definition and characteristics of high performing PMOs 15 minutes
Activity: The strategic value of PMOs 10 minutes
Knowledge check: The strategic value of PMOs 15 minutes
Activity: Evolution of PMOs 10 minutes
Knowledge check: Evolution of PMOs 15 minutes
Module quiz: Evolution of PMOs 30 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 10 minutes

What do you hope to learn? 10 minutes

In this module, you will explore change management principles and their application within a Project Management Office (PMO). It aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage and lead change initiatives, ensuring successful project outcomes and organizational alignment.

What's included

11 videos4 readings6 assignments

11 videos Total 60 minutes

Introduction to change management 6 minutes
The role of the program manager 5 minutes
Change versus transformation 6 minutes
Building resilience and flexibility 5 minutes
Change management models 6 minutes
Lewin's Change Management Model 6 minutes
Kotter's 8-Step Change Model 6 minutes
Introduction to executing and managing change 6 minutes
Overcoming resistance 4 minutes
The role of leaders 5 minutes
Module summary: Change management 4 minutes

4 readings Total 40 minutes

Types of organizational change 10 minutes
Change management models 10 minutes
Planning for change 10 minutes
Additional resources: Change management 10 minutes

6 assignments Total 90 minutes

Activity: Managing change and transformation within PMOs 10 minutes
Knowledge check: Managing change and transformation within PMOs 15 minutes
Activity: Change management models 10 minutes
Knowledge check: Change management models 15 minutes
Activity: Executing and managing change 10 minutes
Module quiz: Change management 30 minutes

In this module, you'll develop the knowledge and skills to implement sustainable practices in projects and programs. You will explore sustainable project management practices, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and implementing sustainable practices. You will gain insight into how to align projects with global sustainability standards, thereby enhancing their impact and value.

What's included

8 videos5 readings4 assignments

8 videos Total 45 minutes

Understanding sustainability 7 minutes
Tools and techniques for sustainable project management 5 minutes
Introduction to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 5 minutes
Aligning project objectives with SDG targets 5 minutes
Introduction to implementing sustainable practices 6 minutes
Sustainable governance 6 minutes
Monitoring and reporting 6 minutes
Module summary: Sustainability in program management 5 minutes

5 readings Total 50 minutes

Sustainability in program management 10 minutes
The 17 SDGs 10 minutes
Additional resources: Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 10 minutes
Implementing sustainable practices 10 minutes
Additional resources: Sustainability in program management 10 minutes

4 assignments Total 75 minutes

Knowledge check: Sustainable program management practices 15 minutes
Knowledge check: Aligning project objectives with SDG targets 15 minutes
Knowledge check: Implementing sustainable practices in projects and programs 15 minutes
Module quiz: Sustainability in program management 30 minutes

In this module, you will learn about the rapidly evolving landscape of program management. Staying ahead requires an understanding of the latest trends and methodologies. The module explores Agile methodologies, the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Project Portfolio Management (PPM), and the strategic use of data analytics for informed decision-making. You'll gain comprehensive insights into how these innovative approaches enhance efficiency, adaptability, and strategic oversight in program management.

What's included

7 videos5 readings5 assignments

7 videos Total 38 minutes

Introduction to Agile approaches to Project Portfolio Management (PPM) 6 minutes
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) 6 minutes
Introduction to AI in PPM 6 minutes
AI-driven PPM tools 6 minutes
Introduction to data-driven PPM 6 minutes
Successful data-driven PPM 5 minutes
Module summary: Future focused program management 5 minutes

5 readings Total 50 minutes

Agile approaches to PPM 10 minutes
SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) 10 minutes
AI in PPM 10 minutes
Data-driven PPM 10 minutes
Additional resources: Future focused program management 10 minutes

5 assignments Total 85 minutes

Activity: Agile approaches to PPM 10 minutes
Knowledge check: Agile approaches to PPM 15 minutes
Knowledge check: AI in PPM 15 minutes
Knowledge check: Data-driven PPM 15 minutes
Module quiz: Future focused program management 30 minutes

In this module, you'll put your skills into practice. You’ll reflect on the key learning points that you reviewed during the course and complete the final assessment and hands-on activity.

What's included

6 videos5 readings5 assignments1 peer review1 discussion prompt1 plugin

6 videos Total 36 minutes

Course recap: High Performing PMOs 6 minutes
Program management introduction 7 minutes
Apply the RTCO framework for formulating good PM prompt 6 minutes
Using Bing Copilot to determine the best project management approach 7 minutes
Deciding between projects with IRR: A guide for program managers using Bing Copilot 7 minutes
Congratulations 3 minutes

5 readings Total 70 minutes

About the final project and assessment 30 minutes
High performing PMOs 10 minutes
Using Bing Copilot to create document templates 10 minutes
Congratulations and looking forward 10 minutes
Next steps 10 minutes

5 assignments Total 220 minutes

Final project: High performing PMOs 40 minutes
Problem solving with Bing Copilot 30 minutes
Self-review: High performing PMOs 30 minutes
Course quiz: High performing PMOs 90 minutes
Lesson quiz: Microsoft Generative AI for program managers 30 minutes

1 peer review Total 10 minutes

Peer review 10 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 10 minutes

Reflect on learning 10 minutes

1 plugin Total 10 minutes

Exemplar: High performing PMOs 10 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

This program is for you:

· If you want to switch to a career in the field of Program Management.

· If you are interested in the field of program management and just starting out. Earning a Microsoft Program Management certificate can help advance your career or help you address gaps in your knowledge, skills, and abilities.

You don’t need any background knowledge to take this Professional Certificate. Whether you’re just starting out or a professional in a relevant field, this program can be the right fit for you.

Whether you’re looking to start a new career or change your current one, Professional Certificates help you become job-ready. Apply your new skills on hands-on projects that showcase your expertise to potential employers and earn a career credential to kickstart your new career.

Program managers are skilled and organized professionals who oversee multiple related projects within an organization to ensure they work together effectively. They ensure all the projects align with the company’s goals, stay on track, and deliver the expected benefits. They coordinate between teams, manage resources, and handle any issues that arise, making sure the overall program is successful and meets its objectives.

Prepare for a career in the high-demand field of program management. The program management skills you learn in this program prepare you for an entry-level role as a program manager. This program also prepares you for a variety of other entry-level roles that require goal-driven problem-solving and strategic planning.

These roles include:

· Project Manager

· Program Manager

· Product Manager

· Scrum Master

· Project Coordinator

· Business Analyst

· Change Manager

· Operations Manager

· IT Project Manager

· Construction Project Manager

· Engineering Project Manager

Yes. We highly recommend taking the courses of each certificate program in the order they are presented. The content in the courses builds on information from earlier courses. The final course contains a practice exam that assesses your knowledge of the content covered in the previous courses. As such, it makes the most sense to take the courses in the order they are presented.

When you complete this Professional Certificate, you’ll have an understanding of the fundamental concepts of program management and how they apply to an enterprise environment including:

· Coordinating project managers with their teams through all phases of a successful program.

· Using predictive, agile, and hybrid approaches and tailored methodologies to determine which way of working is best for each program.

· Highlighting the success of a program and its impact on overall strategic organizational goals.

You will also be prepared to complete PgMP (Program Management Professional) from PMI and MSP (Managing Successful Programs) Practitioner - from AXELOS.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. 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.