Career Spotlight: Program Manager [VIDEO]
Program management offers a unique blend of strategy, leadership, and impact, making it an exciting career path for those who thrive on coordination and big-picture thinking..
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Program management offers a unique blend of strategy, leadership, and impact, making it an exciting career path for those who thrive on coordination and big-picture thinking. Whether you're exploring new opportunities or preparing to take on a leadership role, understanding what it takes to succeed as a program manager can open the door to endless possibilities.
Here’s a closer look at the key responsibilities, essential skills, and actionable steps to excel in this dynamic field.
professional certificate
IBM Program Manager
Get job-ready as a program manager in 2 months. Build in-demand skills and prepare for the PMI-PgMP certification exam. No experience required.
4.8
Beginner level
Average time: 2 month(s)
Learn at your own pace
Skills you'll build:
Resource Management, Risk Management, Project Management, Program Management, Organizational Strategy, Change Management, Earned Value Management, Resource Allocation, Kanban Principles, Agile Project Management, Generative AI Agents, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management Office (PMO), Cost Management, Agile Software Development, Team Building, Agile Methodology, Governance, Generative AI, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Risk Management, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Communications, Requirements Analysis, Project Management Life Cycle, Benefits Administration, Strategic Decision-Making, Professional Networking, Project Closure, Communication Planning, Portfolio Management, Project Planning, Project Portfolio Management, Performance Management, Financial Analysis, Communication Strategies, Budgeting, Procurement, Financial Planning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Analysis, Strategic Planning, Decision Making, Backlogs, Sprint Retrospectives, Continuous Improvement Process, Team Oriented, Performance Measurement, Prioritization, Estimation, Performance Metric, User Story, Sprint Planning, Workflow Management, Lean Methodologies, Team Management, Leadership, Communication
professional certificate
Google Project Management:
Get on the fast track to a career in project management. In this certificate program, you’ll learn in-demand skills, and get AI training from Google experts. Learn at your own pace, no degree or experience required.
4.9
Beginner level
Average time: 6 month(s)
Learn at your own pace
Skills you'll build:
Interviewing Skills, Project Management, Professional Networking, Backlogs, Team Management, Project Closure, Project Documentation, Communication Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Change Management, Milestones (Project Management), Project Management Life Cycle, Quality Management, Agile Project Management, Quality Assessment, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Agile Methodology, Communication Strategies, Data Storytelling, Problem Solving, Stakeholder Communications, Presentations, Project Risk Management, Report Writing, Requirements Analysis, Timelines, Generative AI Agents, Stakeholder Management, Goal Setting, Risk Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Technical Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Strategic Thinking, Project Controls, Product Roadmaps, Scaled Agile Framework, Sprint Retrospectives, Waterfall Methodology, Prioritization, Employee Coaching, User Story, Kanban Principles, Sprint Planning, Coaching, Agile Software Development, Influencing, Generative AI, Personal Attributes, Communication, Professional Development, Writing and Editing, Resource Management, Business Writing, Cost Benefit Analysis, Project Management Software, Accountability, Organizational Change, Program Management, Organizational Structure, Estimation, Procurement, Project Schedules, Cost Management, Budgeting
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