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PgMP: Program Management Preparation Course
Harish L PMP, PgMP
[email protected] [email protected], Ph: +91 9845546953, Skype: harishlr
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PgMP Preparation Course - Agenda
Objective of this course is to gainProgram Management knowledgeas described by PMI and to passthe PMI PgMP certification exam
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What Is Required To Pass PgMP
FundamentalsProgram management basicsGeneral management concepts
StandardsSPMv3, Examination Content Outline(ECO), Change management,PMBOKv5
Critical thinking skillsExam strategy – question analysis and answering strategy,reasoning skills, Awareness on management processes
ExperienceProject and program management experience, changemanagement, Stakeholder engagement experience, Decisionmaking.
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Unlike PMP preparation, PgMP requires a different approach – focus more on practices, experiences…
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Way to PgMP and beyond
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Wk 1 Wk 2 Wk 3 Wk 4
Stage -1: Acquire knowledge
On-line discussions on general management, program managementfundamentals, Insight into the SPMv3, ECO and other relatedstandards, practice questions, share experiences, Question analysisand answering techniques
Wk 5 Wk 6 Wk 7 Wk 8
Stage -2: Consolidate knowledge
Off-line exercises: Transform concepts from one form to another,Assignments to get insight into program management, ECOanalysis, 600+ questions covering domains, On-line Question &answer sessions, study groupsApply for PgMP (if not done already)
Wk 9 Wk 10
Stage -3: Prepare for exam
Off-line/On-line: Unresolved topics,Important topics, question analysis,on-line Q&A meetings, study group
Wk 10
Prepare and Take exam
Stage -4: Take Exam
Continued Support
Phone, meetings, Whatsapp, Mail, chat
Enhance knowledge and Refine skills
150 hours effort to PgMP
Join the global program management community,networking, be relevant and more effective at work !!
Deliverables (Non-transferable and shared through dropbox)• Each module courseware (in .pdf format)• Session recordings in .mp4 format• Assignments in open question format to develop program management insight• PgMP exam application review assistance • 600+ questions and answers with rational (divided into 4 question papers)• PgMP Exam useful formulas, sample work shared by previous participants• Templates and samples for selected artefacts• Notes/ Data flow diagrams/ mock schedule• Participants can apply for upto 21 PDUs with PMI as part of Continuing Certification
Requirement (CCR)
2 Hours a day
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How it is done
Uses ILVC (Instructor-Led Virtual Class) technology
Uses “GotoMeeting” platform. An App version is preferred.
Sessions are recorded and stored for later use
Cloud storage: All associated files, artefacts, links, assignments, question papersare shared through cloud storage.
You are a participant!! Make it interactive
On-line or off-line, interact with each other and share experience
A good head-set with microphone is preferred for good audio
In case of network issues, the instructor will connect back on an alternate line orcommunicate via mail
Contact instructor for any support required on e-mail / whatsapp / telephone forany clarifications
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What is required
Standard for Program Management – Version 3
PgMP ECO, PMI lexicon : preferably hardcopy
PMBOKv5 (Selected sections)
Highlighters, markers, sketch pens
ACEPRO courseware, question banks, articles
ACEPRO assignments
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The Standard for Program Management (SPMv3)
• PMI standard for Program Management is a scalable model from a very largescale, complex program to small, simple program
• Presents generally recognised as good practice that works for most programs,most of the time
• ALL bullet points, sequences, criteria are very important from examinationperspective
• There are also inconsistencies (or errors??), Gray areas
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Domains and Exam Questions
Questions - 170
2575
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19
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1927
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VI. PMI code of ethics and professional conduct
Goal: Get “PROFICIENCY” in all domains
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Training Structure
Introduction to Program Management
Program / Project distinctions
Program Strategic Alignment
Program Benefits Management
Program Governance
Program Stakeholder Engagement
Program Supporting Processes
PgMP Exam strategy Questions and answering techniques
General Concepts
SPMv3 ECOPractice
Questions
Approximate duration of on-line training: 45-50 hoursQ&A sessions and application writing support: 10-12 hoursImportant to catch-up with assignments and SPMv3
Discussions to focus on each domain
₋ General concepts behind the domain
₋ SPMv3 discussion points and Data flow diagrams
₋ How it is integrated with other domains
₋ PgMP exam specific information
₋ References required for the exam
₋ Understanding ECO tasks
₋ Practice questions
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Keeping up the momentum
• Effort
• Dedication
• Cost
• Benefits
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Training Schedule
FY 2016PgMP preparation course Starting
1. Jan 1st week – Completed
2. March 2nd week – Completed
3. May 2nd week - Completed
4. Jul 2nd week - In-Progress
5. Sep 2nd week - Scheduled
6. Nov 2nd week - Scheduled
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PgMP Training Course Outline
Module - 2
Introduction to
Program
Management
Organisation Vision and Mission
Business value
Organisation Strategic planning
Portfolios, Programs, Projects and Operations
Decision making – Portfolio/Program/Project/Operations
Program and Project distinctions
Program Management
Program Manager skills and competencies
Program Management Office
Introduction to Exam Content Outline (ECO)
Practice questions
Module - 3
Program
Management
performance
domain and
Program life cycle
Program Life Cycle
Program Life Cycle gate pass criteria.
Program management performance domains
Program Management – Change cycle
Practice questions
Module - 1
Introduction to
PgMP credential
exam
PgMP credential exam overview
Overview of application process
Tips for Effective and Efficient learning
Understanding the SPMv3 - standard and ECO
(Examination Content Outline)
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PgMP Training Course Outline Contd..2
Module - 4
Program
Strategic
Alignment
Introduction to Program strategic alignment
Organizational strategy and program alignment
Program selection by portfolio
Program Mandate
Program Sponsor
Program Definition phase dataflow and strategic
alignment – dataflow
Program Business case
Program plan
Program Roadmap
Environmental Factors Impact assessments
Strategic alignment - ECO tasks analysis and mapping
Practice questions
Module - 5
Program
Benefit
management
Outputs, Capability, Outcome, Benefit and dis-
benefits
Types of benefits
Benefit delivery models
Balanced scorecard
Architecting the program
Benefit management life cycle and program
life cycle
Benefit Identification phase
Identifying Data, Metrics, Indicators, KPA, KPIs
Benefit analysis and planning phase
Benefit realization plan
Benefit register
Benefit delivery phase
Benefits transition phase
Benefit Sustenance phase
Practice questions
Workshop: Benefit qualitative and quantitative analysis.
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PgMP Training Course Outline Contd..3
Module - 6
Program
Governance
What is Program governance
Difference between Governance and Management
Program Governance - Responsibilities
Typical program organisation set-up
Program Governance - plan
Change management
Issue escalation
Providing management oversight - Phase gate, health check
and other decision point reviews
Component Initiation and transition
Program Management Information Systems, KMS
Audit support
Program quality standards and planning
Governance of components
Practice questions
ECO mapping to the Standard
Module - 7
Program
Stakeholder
engagement
Program Stakeholder engagement
Wants, needs and expectations
Stakeholder identification
Stakeholder analysis
Stakeholder Register
Stakeholder engagement strategies
Stakeholder engagement planning
Stakeholder engagement
Resistance triangle and pyramid
Practice questions
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PgMP Training Course Outline Contd..4
Module - 8
Program
Integration
Review of Program Life cycle
Program Definition phase
Program Integration
- Change Management
- Issue Management
Module - 9
Program
Management
Supportive
processes
- Program Communication management
- Program finance management
- Program resource management
- Program procurement management
- Program quality management
- Program scope management
- Program schedule management
- Program risk management
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PgMP Training Course Outline Contd..5
Module - 8
Program
Integration
Review of Program Life cycle
Program Definition phase
Program Integration
- Change Management
- Issue Management
Module - 9
Program
Management
Supportive
processes
- Program Communication management
- Program finance management
- Program resource management
- Program procurement management
- Program quality management
- Program scope management
- Program schedule management
- Program risk management
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Module - 10
Exam analysis
PgMP Exam application writing –Guidelines and tips
Understanding ECO for exam
Critical thinking skills and Exam question analysis
Exam – Help points and Tips
Exam taking – Strategy (per individual)
Support throughout
the engagement
Question & Answer sessions (on-line, in
groups)
Mail / Phone Support
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Harish L
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