This course is designed to unlock your full potential as a Technical Program Manager (TPM). By mastering the key skills and strategies required to manage technical projects effectively, you will be able to elevate your career in the tech industry. With a strong emphasis on leadership and project management, the course will help you excel in guiding complex projects from start to finish, using modern tools and techniques.
Technical Program Manager's Handbook: Mastering PM Skills
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Technical Program Manager's Handbook: Mastering PM Skills
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Intermediate level
Recommended experience
2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Understand the critical role of the Technical Program Manager in the tech industry
Leverage AI and Emotional Intelligence to improve project management and leadership
Apply advanced technical and program management skills to real-world scenarios
Skills you'll gain
- Technical Communication
- Professional Development
- Management Training And Development
- System Design and Implementation
- Project Planning
- Generative AI
- Technical Analysis
- Communication Strategies
- Software Architecture
- Risk Analysis
- Technical Consulting
- Risk Management
- Technical Product Management
- Program Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Project Management
- Technical Management
- Emotional Intelligence
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November 2025
Assessments
15 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 15 modules in this course
In this section, we define the TPM role, explore the systems development life cycle, and compare it with adjacent job families to highlight its unique contributions to technical projects.
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2 videos8 readings1 assignment
In this section, we will cover the three pillars of technical program management: project, program, and technical skills.
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1 video7 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore technical program manager (TPM) career paths, including individual contributor and people manager roles, and transitions into adjacent positions, offering practical insights for career development.
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1 video6 readings1 assignment
In this section, we introduce program management concepts through the Mercury program case study, focusing on program-project relationships, stakeholder engagement, and governance frameworks.
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1 video5 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore driving clarity in planning, risk communication, and stakeholder engagement to enhance decision-making and consensus in technical program management.
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1 video6 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore plan management processes, aligning requirements with work, and differentiating project and program planning to optimize resource allocation and efficiency.
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1 video10 readings1 assignment
In this section, we cover risk identification, analysis, and tracking in technology projects to improve decision-making and reduce failure risks.
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1 video4 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore identifying tech project stakeholders, designing communication plans, and differentiating project and program communication strategies for effective stakeholder engagement.
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1 video9 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore program management by defining scope, implementing tracking techniques, and analyzing risk strategies to ensure effective oversight and decision-making in complex environments.
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1 video5 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore emotional intelligence components, their development, and application in technical program management to enhance decision-making and stakeholder interactions.
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1 video5 readings1 assignment
In this section, we examine the technical toolset as a critical differentiator for TPMs, focusing on code proficiency, system design, and architecture to enable cross-functional collaboration and scalable problem-solving.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore code literacy for TPMs, focusing on programming basics, data structures, and design patterns to enhance collaboration and decision-making in software projects.
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1 video6 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore system design patterns, architectural landscapes, and trade-offs to influence technical direction and improve project outcomes.
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1 video7 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore generative AI basics, its impact on project planning, risk analysis, and communication, and strategies for effective prompt engineering in technical program management.
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1 video7 readings1 assignment
In this section, we explore how technical tools enhance management by improving clarity, resolving conflicts, and supporting leadership through code basics, system design, and architecture insights.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
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