MSP Foundation

 
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Course Dates

Month Date Location Res Non-Res
September 13-15 BUY NOW OR RESERVE Oxford n/a £925
20-22 BUY NOW OR RESERVE Birmingham n/a £925
October 04-06 BUY NOW OR RESERVE Oxford n/a £925
18-20 BUY NOW OR RESERVE London n/a £925
25-27 BUY NOW OR RESERVE Leeds n/a £925
November 01-03 BUY NOW OR RESERVE London n/a £925
29-01 BUY NOW OR RESERVE Birmingham n/a £925
December 13-15 BUY NOW OR RESERVE London n/a £925

* denotes Special Web Price

 

Summary

The UK Office of Government Commerce’s (OGC) MSP method is being accepted as the leading best practice programme management approach. MSP is unique in its status as a generic best practice framework; generic yet flexible in application.

 

The MSP qualifications are now established as the premier programme management qualifications in many parts of the world.

 

This 3 day course covers each part of the MSP Transformational Flow, Governance Themes and documents described in the MSP Guide. You will discuss examination tips and preparation working with sample examination papers in readiness for the MSP Foundation examination.
The Foundation qualification is for those who intend to work within a programme environment and who need to know the terminology used and some of the theory behind the practice.

 

 

Aikona Flexible Training Options

Available as a Classroom Course
3-day
Cost: £925+vat
 Available as a Blended Learning Option
Cost: please call
Aikona courses sizes are controlled so the tutor has time with each delegate. This gives delegates an opportunity to learn from anecdotes from the tutor and integrate with delegates from different backgrounds and industries.
This course includes:
• Pre-course study pack
• Course manual
• Managing Successful Programmers Manual
• MSP Foundation exam
Approximately 5 hours of pre course preparation is recommended.

Aikona’s blended learning courses combine distance learning through a variety of media, plus classroom workshops to prepare delegates for exams. This allows flexibility to study in your own time and at your own pace.

The MSP Foundation course is available as Blended Learning to corporate clients only at the moment; If you are an individual then consider the MSP Foundation and Practitioner Blended Learning option.

Available in elearning format
Approx 20 hours
Cost: £195+vat
 Available as an In-House Course
3-Days
Cost: please call
Aikona’s modular e-learning is available in a variety of media, providing the flexibility to study in your own time and at your own pace. E-learning courses are ideal for delegates who may wish to complete their learning and then complete their studies by attending exam preparation workshops at a later date.
This course includes:
• MSP E-learning course 		• All Aikona courses can be delivered in-house for a more cost effective a solution
• Courses may be tailored to reflect your corporate terminology and methods
• We can also design fully bespoke training programmes to meet your organisations requirements
Please call one of our specialist training advisors on 020 8722 8366 to discuss your in-house training requirements.

What you get when you choose AIKONA

  • Free access to your online course material
    A valuable resource providing you with essential revision material enabling you to continue your learning for a further year
  • Free access to Aikona’s online Knowledgebase
    With case studies and technical papers and useful templates which are cross referenced with your course material, we provide you with an unbeatable resource for your continuing professional development
  • Free Expert Support
    Our expert training consultants are available to answer practical questions and offer you support throughout your studies, providing you with all round project support
  • Free Exam Support
    If you are unsuccessful in an exam on one of our classroom courses you may attend a course again free of charge, paying only for the cost of the exam and relevant venue charge
  • Free access to Aikona’s moderated web forum and community events
    A valuable resource where you can share your views and experiences with other project professionals
  • Free subscription to Project Manager Today
    Receive 1 year’s subscription to Project Manager Today, the monthly magazine for Project People
 

 

Course Outline

Printable version of the MSP Foundation Outline

Who should attend

Any organisation or individual seeing the need for a controlled approach to managing programmes. This course is designed for practising programme managers, programme directors, programme office staff, change managers and auditors, who wish to gain formal recognition of their skills by taking the MSP Foundation examination.

Pre-Requisites

No formal pre-requisites are required but practical experience is essential.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this classroom course delegates will be able to:

  • Understand the need for programme management and how the MSP framework helps effective programme management
  • Understand and apply the MSP process model
  • Analyse programme stakeholders
  • Profile, measure and map benefits
  • Understand and apply techniques for the management of risks and benefits
  • Prepare key programme documents
  • Design a programme management organisation
  • Take the MSP Foundation examination

 

Exam Structure

This course covers the full syllabus as defined by the qualification’s awarding body, the APM Group. It is supported by the Foundation exam – Multiple choice, closed book, 40 minutes, 50 questions

Topics Covered

  • Programme Management Overview
  • Business Case
  • Vision
  • Identifying Programme
  • Blueprint Design & Delivery
  • Quality Management
  • Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Risk Management & Issue Resolution

 
  • Programme Planning & Control
  • Programme Organisation
  • Managing the Tranches
  • Delivering the Capability
  • Benefits Management
  • Realising the Benefits
  • Closing a Programme
  • MSP Foundation exam

Follow on Courses 
MSP Practitioner

CPD information

IPMA Level

PMI® 21 PDUs awarded N/A
APM CPD Suitable for your APM submission		 N/A
 

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