About This Program
Program managers play a mission-critical role in their organizations and provide essential strategic direction that directly impacts business outcomes. Great PMs have the communication and leadership skills needed to work with diverse stakeholders to blend disparate projects into an effective, unified program plan. These abilities are in high demand at large tech firms and in other major industries.
In this two-course certificate program, you’ll study material that directly aligns with the Program Management Professional (PgMP)® certification exam. You’ll develop a deep understanding of this key business role as you discover how to orchestrate all stages of a program — development, launch, life cycle, support and closure. Learn from experienced program managers and your peers as you improve your career trajectory.
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Designed For
Professionals with a background in program management, project management or a related role who are looking to advance in their careers.
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What You’ll Learn
How to define, realize, measure and sustain planned program benefits
The different aspects of program governance
The tools of stakeholder engagement
How to manage and synchronize related projects that span roles, organizations, regions and cultures
Get Hands-On Experience
You’ll create actual deliverables, including a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) analysis, program proposal, program charter and program objectives.
How It Works & Next Steps
Complete the courses in the order below to earn the certificate. To get started, visit the first course page to see upcoming offerings and register.
Prepare for PMI® Certification
University of Washington Professional & Continuing Education has been reviewed and approved as a provider of program management training by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. PMI® has approved UWPCE to issue contact hours and professional development units (PDUs) for these courses, which count toward the education requirements for the Program Management Professional (PgMP)® certification.
(PMI, PgMP and Program Management Professional are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.)
Apply for a Scholarship
You may be eligible to apply for a UW Certificate Scholarship or Rotary Scholarship to cover most of the costs of this program. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need and the potential of the program to positively impact your career. For more information, see the Scholarships page.
Career Stats
94%
Alumni working in field
Sample Employers
Microsoft, Boeing, Providence, F5, Amazon, Nordstrom
22.3%
Projected job growth for managers in Washington state (2024–2034)
$159,162
Median salary for managers in Washington state (2023)
Career-Ready Credentials
When you complete this program, you’ll earn a certificate and a digital achievement badge you can use to showcase your professional development. You’ll also earn achievement badges for each course you complete.
Our Enrollment Coaches Are Here to Help
Connect with an enrollment coach to learn more about this offering. Or if you need help finding the right certificate, specialization or course for you, reach out to explore your options.
