What does the Strategic Program Management for International Development course cover?
Strategic Program Management for International Development is covered here in 9 modules: Introduction to Strategic Program Management: Defining strategic program management, Program Design and Planning: Needs assessment and analysis, Developing a program logic model, Program Implementation and Management: Managing program teams and stakeholders and 6 more.
How do you approach Strategic Program Management for International Development step by step?
The work is sequenced in 9 stages. It starts with Introduction to Strategic Program Management: Defining strategic program management, moves through program Design and Planning: Needs assessment and analysis, Developing a program logic model and Program Implementation and Management: Managing program teams and stakeholders, and ends at Program Closure and Evaluation: Conducting a final evaluation and review.
What is in Module 1 of the Strategic Program Management for International Development course?
Module 1 is Introduction to Strategic Program Management: Defining strategic program management. It works through defining strategic program management, principles and best practices of strategic program management and overview of the program management cycle. It sets the vocabulary the remaining 8 modules build on.
How is the Strategic Program Management for International Development course delivered?
The Strategic Program Management for International Development course is fully self-paced with immediate online access after enrolment. Access does not expire and future updates are included at no cost. It can be taken on any device, and a certificate of completion is issued by The Art of Service when you finish.
How much does the Strategic Program Management for International Development course cost?
The Strategic Program Management for International Development course is $199 as a one time payment. There is no subscription, no per seat licence and no hidden fee. Enrolment carries a 30 day satisfied or refunded guarantee, so it can be assessed in full before you commit.
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Strategic Program Management for International Development and Humanitarian Professionals
Course Overview
This comprehensive course is designed for international development and humanitarian professionals who want to improve their strategic program management skills. Participants will learn how to design, implement, and evaluate programs that achieve sustainable results and make a lasting impact.Course Objectives
- Understand the principles and best practices of strategic program management
- Learn how to design and implement effective programs that achieve sustainable results
- Develop skills in program planning, budgeting, and monitoring and evaluation
- Understand how to engage stakeholders and build partnerships
- Learn how to manage risks and adapt to changing contexts
- Develop skills in leadership and team management
Course Outline
Module 1. Introduction to Strategic Program Management: Defining strategic program management
- Defining strategic program management
- Principles and best practices of strategic program management
- Overview of the program management cycle
Module 2. Program Design and Planning: Needs assessment and analysis, Developing a program logic model
- Needs assessment and analysis
- Program design and planning frameworks
- Setting program goals and objectives
- Developing a program logic model
- Creating a program budget and resource plan
Module 3. Program Implementation and Management: Managing program teams and stakeholders
- Program implementation frameworks and tools
- Managing program teams and stakeholders
- Building partnerships and engaging stakeholders
- Managing program risks and adapting to changing contexts
- Monitoring and evaluating program progress
Module 4. Monitoring and Evaluation: Developing a plan, Collecting and analyzing data
- Principles and best practices of monitoring and evaluation
- Developing a monitoring and evaluation plan
- Collecting and analyzing data
- Using data to inform program decisions
- Evaluating program impact and effectiveness
Module 5. Leadership and Team Management: Managing high-performing teams
- Leadership styles and principles
- Managing high-performing teams
- Building a positive team culture
- Effective communication and conflict resolution
- Coaching and mentoring team members
Module 6. Resource Mobilization and Management: Managing program finances and budgets
- Resource mobilization strategies and tools
- Managing program finances and budgets
- Procurement and supply chain management
- Managing program logistics and operations
- Ensuring program accountability and transparency
Module 7. Strategic Partnerships and Collaboration: Identifying and engaging stakeholders
- Building strategic partnerships and collaborations
- Identifying and engaging stakeholders
- Developing partnership agreements and MOUs
- Managing partnership relationships and expectations
- Evaluating partnership effectiveness and impact
Module 8. Risk Management and Adaptation: Developing a risk management plan
- Identifying and assessing program risks
- Developing a risk management plan
- Implementing risk mitigation strategies
- Monitoring and reviewing risk management progress
- Adapting to changing contexts and unexpected events
Module 9. Program Closure and Evaluation: Conducting a final evaluation and review
- Planning for program closure and transition
- Conducting a final evaluation and review
- Ensuring program sustainability and legacy
- Celebrating program achievements and impact
Certificate of Completion
Participants who complete the course will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service.Course Features
- Interactive and engaging learning experience
- Comprehensive and up-to-date content
- Personalized learning and support
- Practical and real-world applications
- High-quality content and expert instructors
- Certification upon completion
- Flexible learning and mobile accessibility
- Community-driven and interactive discussion forums
- Actionable insights and hands-on projects
- Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access
- Gamification and progress tracking