Program Management Professional (PgMP®) Certification |Smart

Overview

Why Attend

Program Management Professional (PgMP) is a specialised Project Management Training Course designed to prepare experienced professionals for the PgMP® certification examination while developing advanced capabilities in programme management. The course focuses on coordinating related projects, managing strategic programmes, aligning programme outcomes with organisational objectives, and integrating programme-level planning, delivery, risks, resources, and stakeholders.

this PMI certification training course develops practical expertise in benefits realisation, programme governance, stakeholder engagement, strategic alignment, and performance management. Participants learn how to manage complex programmes, coordinate interdependent projects, measure programme outcomes, manage risks and issues, and establish effective governance throughout the programme lifecycle.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Understand the structure and requirements of the Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification.
Prepare systematically for the PgMP® certification examination.
Develop advanced knowledge of programme management principles and practices.
Understand the relationship between projects, programmes, and organisational strategy.
Align strategic programmes with organisational objectives and priorities.
Plan, coordinate, and manage interdependent projects within a programme.
Establish effective programme governance structures and decision-making processes.
Develop and monitor benefits realisation strategies.
Manage programme risks, issues, dependencies, and changes.
Coordinate programme resources, stakeholders, and communication.
Monitor programme performance and strategic outcomes.
Strengthen decision-making across complex programme environments.

Target Audience

Programme Managers and aspiring Programme Managers.
Senior Project Managers managing multiple related projects.
Portfolio Managers and PMO professionals.
Programme Directors and Programme Coordinators.
Business Transformation and Change Managers.
Strategic Planning and Implementation Professionals.
Professionals responsible for strategic programmes.
Managers involved in benefits realisation and programme governance.
Experienced project professionals seeking PMI certification.
Professionals preparing for the PgMP® examination.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Program Management Professional (PgMP)

Overview of PgMP® certification
Role and responsibilities of the Programme Manager
PgMP® examination structure
Programme, project, and portfolio distinctions
Principles of programme management
Key examination terminology and concepts

Module 2: Fundamentals of Programme Management

Principles of programme management
Programme lifecycle and management domains
Programme objectives and outcomes
Programme components and interdependencies
Programme planning and coordination
Programme-level decision-making

Module 3: Strategic Programmes and Organisational Alignment

Principles of strategic programmes
Translating organisational strategy into programme objectives
Strategic alignment of programme components
Defining programme outcomes
Assessing strategic contribution
Managing changes in strategic priorities

Module 4: Programme Initiation and Planning

Developing the programme business case
Defining programme scope and objectives
Establishing programme roadmaps
Programme management plans
Identifying programme stakeholders
Developing programme governance structures
Establishing programme success criteria

Module 5: Programme Benefits and Benefits Realisation

Principles of benefits realisation
Identifying programme benefits
Developing benefits management plans
Establishing benefits measurement criteria
Tracking and monitoring benefits
Managing benefits dependencies
Sustaining benefits after programme completion

Module 6: Programme Governance

Principles of programme governance
Governance frameworks and structures
Programme decision rights
Roles and responsibilities
Escalation and approval processes
Programme reporting and oversight
Governance compliance and accountability

Module 7: Programme Risk, Issues, and Dependencies

Programme-level risk management
Identifying strategic and operational risks
Risk assessment and prioritisation
Programme issue management
Managing project dependencies
Interdependency analysis
Developing coordinated responses

Module 8: Programme Stakeholder and Resource Management

Stakeholder identification and analysis
Programme stakeholder engagement
Executive communication
Managing programme resources
Resource capacity and allocation
Coordinating teams across programme components
Managing conflicts and competing priorities

Module 9: Programme Performance and Change Management

Establishing programme performance measures
Monitoring programme KPIs
Programme reporting and dashboards
Managing programme changes
Assessing impacts of change
Maintaining programme alignment
Corrective and improvement actions

Module 10: PgMP® Certification Examination Preparation

Comprehensive review of Program Management Professional (PgMP) concepts
Examination-focused revision
Scenario-based programme management questions
Practice assessments and mock examinations
Applying programme management, benefits realisation, and governance concepts
Examination time-management strategies
Identifying common examination challenges
Final PMI certification preparation

Schedule & Fees

2026 Schedule & Fees

4 - 8 Oct, 2026

English

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Oct, 2026

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

6 - 10 Dec, 2026

English

Per participant USD 2,900

6 - 10 Dec, 2026

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

2027 Schedule & Fees

3 - 7 Jan, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

3 - 7 Jan, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

7 - 11 Mar, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

7 - 11 Mar, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Apr, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Apr, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

6 - 10 Jun, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

6 - 10 Jun, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Jul, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Jul, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

5 - 9 Sep, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

5 - 9 Sep, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

3 - 7 Oct, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

3 - 7 Oct, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

5 - 9 Dec, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

5 - 9 Dec, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

Program Management Professional (PgMP®) Certification Training Course

Overview

Why Attend

Course Objectives

Course Outline

Schedule & Fees

2026 Schedule & Fees

2027 Schedule & Fees