Program management training course for project managers

Project managers who complete program management training courses are prepared to handle several connected projects that are in line with the strategic objectives of a business. The relationship between projects, programs, and portfolios; the phases of a program’s lifetime; strategic planning; benefits realization; stakeholder involvement; risk and resource management; and governance frameworks are just a few of the important topics covered in these courses. 

Program charter development, implementation planning, interdependency management, and performance evaluation are among the skills that participants acquire. To assist program managers in efficiently leading complicated initiatives, the training frequently incorporates interactive discussions, real-world case studies, and tools. These courses, which are appropriate for senior executives, aspiring program managers, and seasoned project managers, equip professionals to coordinate projects within a strategic program framework and provide long-term organizational value. 

The project management course’s primary goal is to give managers and project specialists the abilities and resources they need to plan, coordinate, oversee, and inform their teams of tasks and developments. Oxford Training Centre delivers the latest project management methods through its specialized courses, equipping participants with contemporary skills and practical strategies.

Objectives and target group

Objective:

This training course on program management will teach you effective practices for program management, such as how to:

  • Create a business case
  • Program criteria should be in line with organizational goals
  • Put a program blueprint into action
  • Create a structure for governance
  • Control the stakeholders

Targeted audience

  • Program managers are responsible for overseeing multiple related projects to achieve strategic objectives.
  • Project managers looking to advance their skills to manage programs or large-scale initiatives.
  • Business change managers lead organizational change programs.
  • Account managers and project directors are involved in coordinating project portfolios.
  • Business strategists and consultants are engaged in aligning projects with business goals.
  • Programme office staff and delivery team members 

How will attendees benefit?

Training in program management has many advantages for businesses and professionals.

  • Enhanced skills and knowledge
  • Improved strategic alignment
  • Increased efficiency and consistency
  • Cost savings
  • Risk management proficiency
  • Greater stakeholder engagement
  • Enhanced leadership skills
  • Smooth transition management 

Course contents

Overview of the program roadmap

  • Plan for program management
  • Handling the advantages

Program management: What is it?

This module will teach you how to:

  • Knowing the difference between a program and a project
  • Program, project, and portfolio definition
  • Outlining the responsibilities of program and project managers
  • Establishing a PMO (Program Management Office)

Program and organizational strategy alignment

This module will teach you how to:

  • Create your organizational strategy’s vision, goals, and objectives, and evaluate its level of maturity
  • Describe the architectures of business, data, applications, and technology
  • Explain the portfolio of the organization
  • Evaluating both the “as-is” and “to-be” states
  • Indicate what needs to be changed about the current systems and procedures
  • Create the necessary new systems and retire existing ones
  • Steer clear of the “shelfware” phenomenon

The business case for the program

This module will teach you how to:

  • Construct and organize a program business case that can be defended
  • Assess the advantages and disadvantages of a business case
  • Determine and evaluate possibilities and hazards

Program roadmap establishment

This lesson will teach you how to create the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and program scope, which includes

  • Setting up the components of the application
  • Choosing significant benchmarks
  • Creating the road map
  • Calculating the program’s expenses
  • Creating plans for subsidiaries
  • Identifying the resources
  • Creating a plan for acquisition
  • Creating a plan for program transition

Course Dates

May 30, 2025
August 21, 2025
November 27, 2025
February 26, 2026

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