Advanced Project Management (Programs, Portfolios, and PMOs)
Course Description:
This online course provides an overview of the key principles and practices of advanced project management. It covers the fundamentals of managing complex projects, including how to organize programs, develop portfolios, and set up project management offices (PMO). You will learn about different techniques used in advanced project management as well as how to utilize best practices. You will also gain an understanding of how to increase productivity and satisfaction through strategic planning.
Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, videos, and assignments you will develop your knowledge of advanced project management while learning how to optimize budgets, use resources effectively, and measure performance. This course is ideal for individuals who are looking to hone their skills as a project-managers or those interested in pursuing a career in running programs or setting up PMOs.
Course Objectives:
- Understand principles associated with advanced project management
- Organize programs & develop portfolios
- Establish & maintain a Project Management Office (PMO)
- Utilize best practices
- Optimize budgets
- Use resources effectively
- Measure performance
- Increase productivity
- Satisfy stakeholders
- Strategically plan & achieve objectives
