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Fundamentals of Program Management

Build strong program leadership skills with our Fundamentals of Program Management Course. This program gives you a clear, step-by-step understanding of how to plan, manage, and deliver successful programs across multiple projects.

Learn how to guide a program through every stage, from initiation to completion

Understand the program manager’s core responsibilities and how to execute them effectively

Align project outcomes with program objectives and broader organizational goals to ensure measurable impact

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450K+

Professionals Trained

 

250+

Workshops every month

 

100+

Countries and counting

Key Highlights of Fundamentals of Program Management

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Coordinate and manage a set of related projects

8 hours of live, instructor-led sessions

Coaching from experienced program management experts

Balanced mix of classroom learning and practical activities

Hands-on group exercises for applied learning

Downloadable, comprehensive courseware

Case studies and activities to master core concepts

Why Choose upGrad KnowledgeHut for Your Program Management Fundamentals Course?

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Learn from Industry Experts

Train with seasoned program managers who bring real-world expertise and practical insights to every class.

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Updated Curriculum

Master essential and advanced program management concepts with a curriculum aligned to current industry standards.

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Hands-On Training

Strengthen your skills through case studies, real-world exercises, and practical assignments designed for applied learning.

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Continuous Learning Support

Access monthly webinars, e-books, tutorials, interview resources, and ongoing support to keep your learning on track.

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Learn Advanced Concepts

Build your knowledge step-by-step from core fundamentals to advanced program management techniques.

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Career Support

Receive expert career guidance to begin or accelerate your journey as a program management professional.

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Prerequisites for the Program Management Fundamentals Course

Prerequisites for the Program Management Course

    A basic understanding of project management principles

    Familiarity with organizational structures and business objectives

    Experience managing or contributing to projects (preferred, but not mandatory)

    Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

What You'll Learn in the Program Management Fundamentals Course 

This Program Management Fundamentals Course is designed to help you become a confident program manager capable of coordinating multiple projects and delivering organizational value. You will gain practical skills, proven techniques, and tools that form the core of the fundamentals of program management. 

Learning Objectives: 

1. Program Manager Role - Understand the responsibilities of a program manager versus a project manager and how to lead multiple projects effectively. 

2. Program Alignment - Learn to ensure that programs align with strategic business goals and deliver value across the organization. 

3. Benefits Management - Master the fundamentals of benefits management to realize, measure, and sustain program outcomes successfully. 

4. Program Governance - Develop skills to apply governance frameworks at both program and project levels for accountability and compliance. 

5. Program Planning - Gain expertise in planning all aspects of a program, including scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management. 

6. Program Control - Learn to monitor and control programs by managing scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risks across multiple projects.

Fundamentals of Program Management - FAQs

After completing the Program Management Fundamentals Course, you will gain a strong understanding of the key responsibilities of a program manager and how they differ from project managers. You’ll learn the core concepts of program management, including planning, monitoring, and controlling programs effectively. The course will also teach you how to align programs with organizational strategy and manage benefits to ensure long-term value. By the end, you’ll be confident in applying the fundamentals of program management to real-world scenarios and complex initiatives. 

Note

This course is powered by upGrad KnowledgeHut, a Premier Authorized Training Partner. All training, certification support, and program delivery are conducted by KnowledgeHut.

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