Course Ref: 67504

Course: MSP Foundation & Practitioner - 5 days

Course Summary

This is a fast paced exam-based course, which gives delegates accreditation to two levels of MSP qualifications. The course equips delegates with a detailed knowledge and structure of the MSP method covering how programmes evolve and how they are managed throughout their lifecycle.

The course includes detailed coverage of programme documentation with development of strategies to manage benefits and Stakeholders. Additionally it includes techniques to identify and manage issues and risks.

The MSP Foundation and Practitioner examinations are included in the course

Course Outline


Course Outline

- How programmes come about
- Identifying the outline of what the programme is to deliver
- Defining in detail what the programme is to deliver and determining whether it is worthwhile
- Managing the programme including ensuring Benefits, Realisation, Effective and Appropriate
- Stakeholder Management, Handling Issues and managing Risks across the programme
- Ensuring that the programme remains worthwhile and aligned to Strategic Objectives
- Delivering the required outcomes to the required quality
- Programme reviews and audit
- Practical Application Exercises
- Exam preparation

Learning Objectives

- Discuss and understand the Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) approach, building on the delegates’ own experience and knowledge of large-scale change

- Application of MSP to different programme situations, and creation of programme documentation in a supportive training environment

- Prepare for the Foundation and Practitioner Exams

This course will benefit

- Programme Managers, experienced Project Managers, and Senior Business Managers from any discipline working at a strategic level to deliver change

- Programme Support Team Members, who have observed the kind of organisational and culture change that programmes bring

Course Structure

- Suggested 15 hours of pre-course preparation
- 5-day Course
- 40 minutes multiple choice, closed book Foundation Exam on the third day.
- 2 ½ hours hour open book Practitioner Exam on the fifth day (only official manual is allowed)
- Delegates are encouraged to complete 1-2 hours of evening work for each day of the course

The following resources are provided

- Online MSP Knowledge Centre providing both pre and post course support
- Pre-course reading pack including OGC's Managing Successful Programmes and MSP Pre-Course Workbook
- Comprehensive coursework useful as a reference guide when returning to the office

Where & When

LocationLeeds
Start Date22 Feb 10
Price (ex. VAT)£1225.00
Venue Info Leeds - Wellington Place
ResidentialNo
AvailabilityCall Us
Duration5 days
Delivered AsVenue and on-site
Pre-course Reading
Suggested 15 hours of pre-course preparation.

Delegates are encouraged to complete 1-2 hours of evening work for each day of the course
Exam IncludedYes
Course Ref67504