This course provides an opportunity for learners to apply the program management knowledge and skills learned throughout all prior courses in the Program Management Professional Certificate (PC) program.
Program Manager Capstone
This course is part of IBM Program Manager Professional Certificate
Taught in English
Instructors: IBM Skills Network Team
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Identify the program portfolio planning process and critical program formulation activities
Demonstrate ability to effectively plan a program to include scope, schedule, budget, communications, risk, and benefits
Complete activities supporting critical program delivery requirements
Apply a scenario to develop a program closure report and effectively develop a personal portfolio
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There are 3 modules in this course
In this module, you’ll learn about the program lifecycle, covering how to initiate, plan, execute, and close programs. You’ll examine a real-world scenario to understand managing multiple projects and how to organize program portfolios to align with strategic goals. The module also covers key elements of a program charter and the process of creating a stakeholder register for managing stakeholder relationships. Finally, you’ll apply your knowledge by developing a program portfolio, charter, and stakeholder register, reinforcing skills in aligning program activities with business objectives and stakeholder engagement.
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In this module, you’ll focus on program scope, scheduling, and resource management. You’ll review a scenario update to understand program scope and scheduling challenges. Next, you’ll learn how to plan program scope and schedules, followed by a scenario update on cost analysis to enhance your ability to manage program budgets effectively. You’ll then explore resource and budget planning techniques and, finally, apply your skills by planning program scope, schedules, resources, and budgets.
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