P3O Practitioner Training Courses
This 5 day certification course provides an understanding of the P3O model, as defined in OGC best practice guidance and supported by a case study and exercises to apply the guidance to a practical situation. The course includes the P3O Foundation and Practitioner examinations.
Approximately 10 hours of pre course preparation is recommended.
P30 Practitioner Course Outline
Printable version of the P3O Practitioner
Who Should Attend/Pre-requisites
This event is suitable for any individual who desires to perform as an informed member of the P3O. There are no pre-requisites for attendance however it is recommended that delegates have a basic understanding of portfolio, programme and project management principles. A pass in the Foundation examination is a pre-requisite for taking the Practitioner examination.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this classroom course delegates will be able to:
• Describe the high level P3O model and know the differences between Portfolio, Programme and Project Management
• Understand the arguments for establishing a P3O model and measuring its success
• Define the business case to get senior management approval for the P3O
• Describe the purpose and major content of all P3O related roles
• State the key functions and services of a P3O
• Build the right P3O model to adapt to the organisation’s needs, taking account of its size and Project and Programme Management maturity
• Plan the implementation of a P3O
• Describe the tools and techniques used by a P3O and be able to use these in running the P3O and shaping the portfolio of programmes and projects
• Undertake the Foundation and Practitioner examinations
Examination 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
Practitioner – 2¼ hour, seven question, scenario based objective testing exam, restricted open-book (P3O Manual only)
Topics Covered - 5 Day
• Course Introduction and Objectives
• Examination Overview
• Overview and Principles
• Why have a P3O?