CERTIFIED PROGRAM MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (PGMP®)

PMI's Program Management Professional (PgMP) ® credential recognizes the advanced experience and skill of program managers. Globally recognized and demanded, the PgMP® demonstrates your proven competency to oversee multiple, related projects and their resources to achieve strategic business goals. PgMP credential holders oversee the success of a program, grouping related projects together to realize organizational benefits not available if they were managed separately. It's the perfect fit if you define projects, assign project managers and oversee programs.

Project Management is by far the fastest growing career in South Africa today. This course is designed to dramatically increase the performance of project teams. It is for those who intend to develop professional project skills and competencies that readily apply to the workplace. At present there is only one recognised project management certification (note certification not certificate) available in SA that addresses both the academic and practical side of the profession, the Project Management Professional certification (PMP®).

DURATION:

The course runs over a 14 weeks period. Students need 6 months to adequately prepare for the exam. So, ample time is allocated to revision. The programme can be taken on long distance.

PGMP REQUIREMENTS

To apply for the PgMP, you need to have either: A four year degree (bachelor's or the global equivalent), with at least four years of project management experience and four years of program management experience

OR

A secondary diploma (high school or the global equivalent), with at least four years of project management experience and seven years of program management experience

If you have not logged enough experience in project and program management, take a look at the Project Management Professional (PMP) ® credential.

PROCEDURE FOR ENROLLMENT

Complete an online application form at www.pmisa.org.za or contact us for PMI registration form. Complete a separate Spectrium registration form

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (PGMP) SYLLABUS

Navigating The Standard for Program Management Defining program management and related concepts The five process groups and the 12 knowledge areas Relating programs, portfolios and projects The five phases of the program management life cycle

• Conducting pre-program preparations
• Initiating the program
• Setting up the program
• Delivering program benefits
• Closing the project

Defining the Program Evaluating the program

• Performing a program assessment
• Supporting business analysis functions
• Developing the Benefits Realization Plan

Working with the program team

• Performing a preliminary stakeholder analysis
• Establishing alliances with other departments and organizations
• Evaluating organizational capabilities
• Requesting authorization to proceed

Initiating the Program Targeting program success Establishing program direction with the Program Benefits Statement Creating the Preliminary Program Scope Statement Building and seeking senior management approval for the Program Charter Detailing the program Developing a high-level milestone program plan Identifying and assigning program roles and responsibilities Dealing with constituent projects within the program Defining measurement and success criteria Conducting program kick-off meetings with stakeholders Planning the Program Defining scope Developing a detailed Program Scope Statement Creating a Program Work Breakdown Structure (PWBS) Building the program management plan Optimizing the baseline program plan Defining the Project Management Information System (PMIS) Developing subsidiary plans Executing the Program Driving program components

• Monitoring program performance
• Chartering constituent projects
• Motivating the program team

Ensuring product quality

• Establishing program consistency
• Capturing program status data
• Executing the appropriate program plans
• Approving closure of completed projects

Controlling the Program Monitoring and measuring performance Analyzing variance of costs, schedule, quality and risks Identifying potential corrective actions Adapting to change

• Managing change
• Addressing program level issues and risks

Closing the Program Managing program completion Completing a program performance analysis report Conducting the stakeholder post-review meeting Completing component projects

• Closing and archiving projects
• Reporting lessons learned

Application and Eligibility Requirements

• The three steps of the application process
• Defining your relevant experience
• Writing your experience essays
• Your exam preparation strategy

CERTIFICATION

The strategic advantage of doing this course with Spectrium is that, apart from getting your internationally recognized certificate (PgMP) certified by the renowned Project Management Institute (PMI), USA, you would have also completed a Project Management Portfolio of Evidence that qualifies you to specific registered PM qualifications registered by SAQA

WHO SHOULD ENROL FOR THE PROGRAMME

If you're a program manager looking to demonstrate a proven ability to manage complex, multiple projects and align results to organizational goals; increase your visibility and value with your organization; and separate yourself in the eyes of employers, the PgMP credential is for you. Anyone interested in pursuing a professional career in Project Management

EXAMINATION SESSIONS:

Learners are assessed through completing a Portfolios of Evidence (PoE), writing an International Examination at a Prometric Testing Centre.

ASSESSMENT / CERTIFICATION / AWARDING BODY

Learners are required to write assessments per module as well as submit PoE's projects. The Certification body for the Project Management Certification is the Project Management Institute USA.

EXAMINATION DATE:

To book your assessments contact us on (011) 339 1746

THE TUITION / STUDENT SUPPORT CENTRE

Support lectures are run by Spectrium's Faculty of Project Management, located in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. Spectrium is a recognized and listed PMISA Student Support Centre.

BENEFITS TO YOU

Developing and applying the Benefits Realization Plan Establishing programme consistency in projects Establishing alliances with other departments and organizations Identifying and assigning program roles and responsibilities Working with and motivating the project team members Understanding and utilizing the Project Management Information System (PMIS

BENEFITS TO THE ORGANISATION

Alignment of programs and projects with the organization's strategic goals; Operational capacity of the enterprise to deliver on the proposed programs and projects; Change impact and capacity of the enterprise to absorb the results if the programs and projects are successfully executed; and Ensuring that the enterprise realizes the promised organization benefits of its strategic investments

STUDY OPTIONS

Full Time – Monday - Friday Part Time – Mondays - Saturdays - (8:00 – 14:30). Evenings: 17:30 – 20:00. In-house: All PMI modules and PMI master course can be delivered in-house. SAVE money by using this option

Distant Learning

Learnership Options also available! Revision Package

CAREER PROGRESSION

Upon successful completion of this programme learners can move on to do the a Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management from the 4CPM in line with the University of Cambridge

OUR UNIQUE TEACHING MODEL

The Spectrium model provides a package boasting of high quality online resources for students. When you register on a full time course, not only will we help you pass the course, but we also help you get to know your lecturers and create an experience of professional education that you can take away with you on completion of your studies.

PROGRAMME STARTING DATES

All Full and Part Time Certificate courses start first week of the following months: February May August Distant Learning can start at anytime Learnership can start at any time Revision Courses: See Timetable Call us to enroll today on: Tel: 011 339 1746