Effective program management training

PRACTICAL METHODS FOR PROGRAM MANAGERS

Learn how to manage a program of multiple projects so that they create real synergies and follow the organisational strategy! Manage transparently, scalably and consciously - both at technical and cultural level! 

Training agenda

Manage programs with strategic confidence!

This training is for those who coordinate several projects within a program and want to develop their management tools at a strategic level.

Participants will learn how to develop transparent decision-making and reporting structures, how to manage risks and resources at programme level, and how to ensure that projects do not go their separate ways but are aligned along organisational objectives.

During the training, they learn integrated program management techniques by working on a real case study program.

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Essential for program managers

Effective program management training

We also offer online, distance learning courses using digital and video conferencing tools!

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Our experts

Domonkos Végh

Domonkos Végh

PMP, PMI-ATP Instructor

In recent years, Domonkos has successfully developed and improved the project and project portfolio management processes of several large companies. In addition to this, he has led projects in IT, Information Security, Manufacturing, Site Development, Product Development and supported agile projects in the role of Product Owner.

Dóra Szabó

Dóra Szabó

PMP, PSM, PMI-ATP Instructor

Dora has more than 10 years of experience in project and programme management, where she has helped clients improve operational and financial performance and customer satisfaction. She has extensive experience in large international electronics companies, where she managed multicultural and cross-functional teams in Hungary and the Netherlands.

Prerequisites

This training does not require any prior examination or certification, but is recommended for professionals with the following backgrounds for an optimal learning experience:

  • At least 5 years of project management or leadership experience
  • Experience in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders
  • Motivation to develop strategic thinking, organisational impact and program management

This training course can be particularly useful for:

  • senior project managers who are already coordinate several projects,
  • program managers or people working in a PMO role,
  • for leaders who want to strengthen their decision-making, stakeholder management and change management skills.

During the training there is no exam, participants deepen their knowledge through a complex sample project, case study and present their own solutions with structured feedback. The training will focus on interactive learning, group work and the use of practical tools.

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Training agenda

Program management fundamentals

  • Program vs. project: differences in goals, scope, and level of governance
  • Program management competences
  • The role of the Program Manager between senior management and project managers ("translator role")
  • Exercise: Program initiation simulation 

Program strategy and roadmap

  • Defining the target state and “north star”
  • Project selection and prioritisation 
  • Identifying and leveraging synergies 
  • Program roadmap: milestones, key decision points, dependencies management
  • Exercise: roadmap and dependency matrix development case study

Governance structures, decision-making mechanisms

  • Role and operation of the Program Board
  • Levels of decision-making
  • Reporting system: dashboards, indicators
  • Aligning different projects and departments
  • Exercise: designing a governance model case study

Risk and resource management at program level

  • Risk aggregation, programme impact
  • Scenario analysis
  • Capacity and resource allocation across multiple projects
  • Managing typical resource conflicts
  • Exercise: programme risk map and resource allocation exercise case study

Stakeholder and senior management

  • Stakeholder programme map
  • How to gain supporters?
  • Communication with senior management: narrative, decision preparation, escalation
  • Typical pitfalls
  • Exercise: stakeholder engagement plan in program context - case study

Benefit and value realisation, closing

  • Benefit realisation planning
  • KPIs and measurement frameworks
  • Benefit Owner role
  • Communicating value to the organisation: making success visible
  • Exercise: benefit realization plan case study
  • Collecting lessons from the program
  • How to establish organisational-level feedback?
  • Program lessons learned
  • Exercise: program lessons learned workshop simulation

Satisfaction guarantee

We are confident about the quality of our programme, but if you are still dissatisfied and you report it during the first training block, of course you don't have to pay! The price of the programme will be invoiced after the training, we do not charge anything in advance.

Training information

We offer discounts for orders from multiple groups.
 
For 4 or more participants, we offer additional discounts according to individual offers, and the location and schedule can be flexible!
 

SATISFACTION GUARANTEE - we are confident about the quality of our programmes, but if you are not satisfied and you report it during your first session, of course you don't have to pay! The course price will be invoiced at the end of the programme, we do not charge anything in advance.

For online courses, an internet connection is required, a microphone and webcam are recommended, and handouts and supporting materials will be provided in digital format.

The training consists of 2 days (9.00-17.00) of classroom or online training, including both theoretical and practical elements.

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Important

Our programme is designed around best practice in real-life contexts, providing practical support and first-hand experience in designing and delivering programmes.

10 reasons why you should choose us

  • We only run small group workshops, larger groups are split up to ensure efficient learning
  • Low minimum number of participants, unlike most training organisations, we start the course with as few as 4 participants, no waiting
  • Qualified trainers - our trainers are CAPM, PMP, PMI-PBA, PMI-ACP, PSM, PSPO and SAFe certified, and our trainers are uniquely familiar with all major PMI, Scrum.org and SAFe exams, so they can provide strong support on the types of questions and tricks you can expect to encounter in the real exam
  • Practical experience: our trainers have helped dozens of teams and organisations to become agile and have supported real agile projects, which will provide practical help in real-life situations throughout the programme
  • Pay only after the training: no deposit is required, in all cases you will be invoiced after the end of the programme
  • Satisfaction guarantee: we're confident about the quality of our programmes, so if you're not satisfied and you tell us at the first visit, you don't have to pay anything.
  • Exam routine: participants will take a series of tests during the programme
  • Real-life: the learning is delivered in a process-oriented way, supported by practical examples that match the participants' experience,
  • Exam administration, documentation: support for all participants, individual consultation on request
  • We also offer additional discounts on our affordable prices for individuals

Location

H-1118 Budapest, Kelenhegyi str. 29/b.
tel.: +36 30 914 7444
mail: info@promanconsulting.hu