{"product_id":"program-management-for-improved-business-results-isbn-9781118627921","title":"Program Management for Improved Business Results","description":"\u003cb\u003eSuperior program management begins with superior information and strategy\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eProgram Management for Improved Business Results, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e is a practical guide to real-world program management, written to align with the rigorous PMI® PgMP® certification standards. The book explains the benchmarks and best practices that help shape a superior program manager, and provides case studies that illustrate the real-world application of management concepts. Written by a team composed of both industry professionals and academics, the book strikes a balance between theory and practice that facilitates understanding and better prepares candidates for the PgMP. Managers at all levels will learn the insights and techniques that are shaping modern management expectations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Project Management Institute and the Product Development and Management Association both agree that program management is a critical element in the successful integration of business strategy and project management. The certification process is difficult, and few complete it – but demand for competent professionals is high. \u003ci\u003eProgram Management for Improved Business Results\u003c\/i\u003e addresses this disconnect, preparing readers to fill the gaps and help businesses achieve the level of program management integration required by professional organizations. Topics include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAligning programs with business strategy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProgram planning, execution, and processes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManagement metrics and strategic and operational tools\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRoles, responsibilities, and core competencies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe book focuses on both the macro and the micro levels, explaining the successful integration of business strategy with project portfolios as well as the managing of a single program. Case studies present both issue-oriented and comprehensive perspectives, and guidance includes real, actionable steps. For professionals seeking improved program outcomes, \u003ci\u003eProgram Management for Improved Business Results\u003c\/i\u003e is a roadmap to exceptional management skills.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e(PMI and PgMP are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.)\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePreface ix\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAcknowledgments xi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: It’s About the Business 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Program Management 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Realizing Business Benefits 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Aligning Programs with Business Strategy 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Delivering the Whole Solution 73\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 The Whole Solution 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 The Integrated Program Team 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Managing the Program 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Program Practices, Metrics, and Tools 153\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Program Management Practices 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Program Metrics 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Program Management Tools 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: The Program Manager 247\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Program Manager Roles and Responsibilities 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Program Manager Competencies 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: Organizational Considerations 303\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Transitioning to Program Management 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 The Program Management Office 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendices: Case Studies in Program Management 349\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA “I AM the PMO!” 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eB LorryMer Information Technology 363\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eC Bitten by a Rattlesnake 371\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIndex 383\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRUSS J. MARTINELLI\u003c\/b\u003e has served as a senior program manager at Intel and Lockheed Martin. He is co-founder of the Program Management Academy. He has used his expertise to help organizations in a variety of industries including medical, software, energy, transportation, high-tech, and aerospace.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJAMES M. WADDELL\u003c\/b\u003e is a former director of program management in the high-tech industry and co-founder of the Program Management Academy. He consults in the areas of program management and mergers and acquisitions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTIM J. RAHSCHULTE\u003c\/b\u003e is an associate professor in George Fox University’s College of Business and is executive director at the Program Management Academy. He has over 20 years of professional management experience, focused on leading organizational change and talent management.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eACHIEVE STRATEGIC HARMONY WITH AN UPDATED UNDERSTANDING OF PRACTICAL PROGRAM MANAGEMENT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo win the toughest competitive battles, business leaders must integrate business strategy with project outcomes in a way that drives real value. \u003ci\u003eProgram Management for Improved Business Results\u003c\/i\u003e is the groundbreaking guide to achieving this synthesis. The most effective program management text on the market is now in its \u003ci\u003eSecond Edition\u003c\/i\u003e, covering changes in the field with a complete update.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNew ideas like the program management continuum provide conceptual anchors for transforming program-oriented organizations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA deeper integration of the relationship between systems thinking and program management explains how program managers can integrate multiple projects within a program\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExamples show how alignment is created between business goals, program objectives, and project performance indicators to establish cross-organizational synergy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSeven new case studies demonstrate real-world program management best practices from a variety of industries\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCross-references between industry standards and program management practices provide practical application of standardized concepts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect as either a topical reference or a comprehensive read-through guide, \u003ci\u003eProgram Management for Improved Business Results\u003c\/i\u003e focuses on the how-to of every aspect of program management.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989871608037,"sku":"NP9781118627921","price":78.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781118627921.jpg?v=1761785737","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/program-management-for-improved-business-results-isbn-9781118627921","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}