Program Evaluation and Metrics for Technical Program Managers

In complex technical environments, delivering a project on time is only half the battle; you must also prove its strategic value. This text-based course helps technical program managers bridge the gap between execution and impact through structured evaluation. You will transition from simply tracking tasks to measuring real business outcomes. Through written guides and practical scenarios, you will learn how to establish robust measurement frameworks, define meaningful metrics, and confidently communicate program health to stakeholders. What you will learn: Understand foundational program evaluation concepts, terminology, and methodologies; Define and track leading and lagging indicators tailored for technical initiatives; Align program metrics with broader organizational Objectives and Key Results (OKRs); Design data-driven evaluation frameworks that support continuous feedback and improvement; Communicate program progress and impact clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. The course begins with core terminology and evaluation models, then moves into designing metrics, tracking indicators, and reporting outcomes. You will practice applying these concepts through written exercises and real-world technical program scenarios. This course is designed for aspiring and early-career Technical Program Managers (TPMs), project managers, and engineering leads looking to build a structured approach to evaluation. No prior experience in program evaluation is required. Start reading today to master the metrics that drive technical program success.