PROGRAM MANAGEMENT OFFICE FUNDAMENTALS (PMO)
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COURSE OVERVIEW
This course introduces the fundamentals of PMOs, exploring their benefits, activities, and justification methods. Participants will explore the PMO’s central organizational functions, covering customer and vendor management, effective communications, project office management, knowledge handling, resource allocation, and training. Participants will learn how to establish, implement, and lead a PMO while integrating transformative systems for lasting impact. Participants will leave equipped with the necessary skills and insights to establish, lead, and optimize PMOs, contributing significantly to organizational success and driving excellence in project management practices. Also, participants will gain practical skills in data preparation and dashboard creation, empowering you to drive PMO excellence.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By completely attending this course, participants will be able to:
- Establish and Implement PMOs.
- Strategically Align PMOs.
- Operate and Manage PMOs.
- Manage Processes and Governance.
- Lead Change and Integration.
- Exercise Leadership within PMOs.
- Make Data-driven Decisions.
- Optimize PMO Performance.
- Facilitate Organizational Change and Transformation.
TARGET COMPETENCIES
- PMO Establishment and Implementation.
- Strategic Alignment and Justification.
- Operational Management within PMOs.
- Process Management and Governance.
- Change Management and Integration.
- Leadership and Differentiation of Roles.
- Data-driven Decision-making.
This course is designed to accommodate individuals at various career stages involved in project, program, or portfolio management or those interested in PMO-specific roles, providing insights into the strategic and operational aspects of PMOs within organizational structures.
The Course is designed to encourage maximum participation by all delegates. We will use best practices and benchmarks, and design interactive activities via discussion, small group work, exercises, and feedback to display proficient knowledge and skills.
