MSP® Foundation & Practitioner Training Course
Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®) is a world-renowned framework designed for managing programs and driving transformational change. It offers best practices, guiding principles, and governance structures to ensure effective program delivery.
This instructor-led, live training session (available online or onsite) is tailored for program and project managers at intermediate to advanced levels who aim to master MSP® principles, governance themes, and the transformational flow.
Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:
- Comprehend the MSP® principles, governance themes, and transformational flow.
- Implement MSP® best practices in real-world program management scenarios.
- Align program objectives with organizational strategy.
- Manage risk, stakeholders, and benefits within a program.
- Prepare for and successfully pass the MSP® Foundation and Practitioner exams.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Extensive exercises and practice sessions.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Introduction to MSP®
- What is program management?
- Overview of the MSP® framework
- Differences between projects, programs, and portfolios
MSP® Principles
- Remaining aligned with corporate strategy
- Leading change effectively
- Envisioning and communicating a better future
- Focusing on benefits and threats to them
- Adding value and managing uncertainty
- Designing and delivering a coherent capability
MSP® Governance Themes
- Program organization and leadership
- Vision and blueprint design
- Benefits management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Risk and issue management
- Business case development
- Quality and assurance management
Transformational Flow in MSP®
- Identifying a program
- Defining a program
- Governing a program
- Managing benefits realization
- Closing a program
MSP® Foundation Exam Preparation
- Exam format and key concepts
- Practice questions and mock tests
- Tips for passing the MSP® Foundation exam
MSP® Practitioner Level
- Advanced application of MSP® concepts
- Tailoring MSP® to different organizational scenarios
- Managing complex program environments
MSP® Practitioner Exam Preparation
- Exam format and question types
- Practice case studies and scenario-based questions
- Final mock exam and review
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic understanding of project and program management
- Experience in working within or managing projects
- Familiarity with governance frameworks is recommended
Audience
- Program managers
- Senior project managers
- Business change managers
- Project and program team members
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