Prepare for a new career in this high-demand field with professional training from Microsoft.
Program managers are skilled and organized professionals who oversee multiple related projects within an organization to ensure they work together effectively. They ensure all the projects align with the company’s goals, stay on track, and deliver the expected benefits. They coordinate between teams, manage resources, and handle any issues that arise, making sure the overall program is successful and objectives are met.
You'll develop a strong foundation in program management through a mix of videos, readings, assessments, and hands-on activities.
If you pursue associated certifications such as the PgMP (Program Management Professional) from PMI, or the MSP (Managing Successful Programs) Practitioner from AXELOS, you can be confident in your preparation by practicing with sample questions and gaining a comprehensive understanding of the exam structure, content, and requirements. You will have the opportunity to apply your acquired knowledge and skills in practical scenarios through case studies and interactive exercises, reinforcing learning and improving your program management capabilities.
When you graduate, you’ll have tangible examples to discuss in job interviews or share with your network.
Note: Courses 2-6 in this Professional Certificate are also part of the Microsoft Project Management Professional Certificate curriculum. See the FAQ below for more information.
Applied Learning Project
This program has been uniquely mapped to key job skills required in program management roles. In each course, you’ll be able to consolidate what you have learned by completing a capstone project that simulates real-world program management scenarios. You’ll also complete a final capstone project where you’ll work through the process of solving a fictional business problem as a program manager. The project will include:
Practicing a real-world scenario program management interview to work within a Program Management Office (PMO). The job interview offers a different perspective and provides insight into an organization’s or PMO’s hiring need.
To round off your learning, you’ll take a mock exam that has been set up in a similar style to help you prepare for any associated certifications such as the PgMP (Program Management Professional) from PMI, or the MSP (Managing Successful Programs) Practitioner from AXELOS, that you may want to pursue.
