MSP Foundation and Practitioner

This module provides an overview of the concepts, principles, and benefits of programme management, including the definition and purpose of programmes, the different types of programmes, and the key roles and responsibilities of programme managers.

This module covers the organisational structures and leadership styles that are most appropriate for different types of programmes. It also covers the importance of effective governance and the role of governance bodies in programme management.

This module covers the different stages of the programme life cycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring & controlling, and closing. It also covers the different types of products and deliverables that are produced during each stage of the programme life cycle.

This module covers the importance of effective stakeholder management and communication in programme management. It includes information on how to identify and engage stakeholders, how to manage their expectations, and how to communicate effectively with them throughout the programme.

This module covers the techniques used for planning and controlling programmes, including work breakdown structures, critical path analysis, and earned value management. It also covers the importance of monitoring and controlling programmes, including the use of performance metrics and the management of change.

This module covers the importance of creating a robust business case for a programme, including how to identify and evaluate the benefits, costs, and risks associated with the programme.

You will gain an understanding of the MSP® Practitioner course’s objectives, structure, and the format of the certification exam.

You will gain an understanding of the governance and principles that underpin the MSP® framework, including the roles and responsibilities of the governance bodies and the importance of compliance with the MSP® principles.

You will learn how to apply the MSP® process model to a real-world programme scenario, including how to plan and manage the different stages of the programme life cycle.

You will gain an understanding of the different types of programmes and the factors that influence the success of a programme.

You will learn how to apply the MSP® process model to a real-world organisational scenario, including how to plan and manage the different stages of the programme life cycle.

You will gain an understanding of how to develop a robust business case for a programme, including how to identify and evaluate the benefits, costs, and risks associated with the programme.