Businesses report that 80% more projects meet forecast ROI when benefits are aligned with an organization鈥檚 strategic goals (PMI). This course provides aspiring program managers (PMs) with the in-demand skills needed to align multiple projects with strategic goals and ensure program success. Framework, strategy, and planning are essential tools in a PM鈥檚 toolkit that provide the structure and roadmap they need to align program objectives with organizational goals. In this course, you鈥檒l explore the three phases of the program lifecycle and the PM鈥檚 critical responsibilities in each phase. You鈥檒l examine how programs align with organizational strategy, while balancing portfolio and operations management. You鈥檒l learn how to implement strategic initiatives in a changing environment, define program activities and key deliverables to ensure success, and include effective risk management strategies. Throughout the course, you鈥檒l gain valuable hands-on practice through online labs. Plus, you鈥檒l complete a final project that covers a real-world scenario in a practical setting. Enroll today and build essential skills you need for success as a program manager!