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Managing Successful Programmes® Foundation and Practitioner

Paul Ashton — Thu, 30 May 2013 16:01:37 +0000

The course is suitable for programme managers, senior programme support staff, business change managers, senior managers involved in major business change and those wanting to become involved at a programme management level. It is specifically designed for individuals seeking professional recognition and certification in managing programmes.

What are the course objectives?

This course, accredited by APM Group Ltd on behalf of the AXELOS, is targeted at imparting knowledge of the MSP® methodology. The course introduces delegates to MSP® and provides coaching and guidance to enable participants to sit the foundation and practitioner examinations. By the end of the course, delegates are familiar with MSP processes, techniques and vocabulary, understand their values and are able to implement them.

The course blends formal presentation with practical exercises. Our trainers use their extensive programme management experience to illustrate and put into context the concepts and techniques, to expand on the MSP® material and ensure delegates’ understanding. Time is provided for discussion and clarification on examination techniques. Guided evening study is required, as well as pre-course reading and preparation.

What are the key topics?

What is the course format?

There are two levels of accreditation: Foundation and Practitioner. The course covers the full Foundation and Practitioner syllabus. It is a very intensive course and we have organised the programme to meet the different learning styles of different individuals.

The Foundation syllabus is covered in the first three days, enabling the Foundation exam, a multiple-choice format to be taken at the end of day 3. The final two days is aimed specifically at preparing for, then sitting, the Practitioner exam.

What is the duration and cost of the course?

This course is either 3 plus 2 days with a week break between the two modules or 5 days with the foundation exam taking place on the third day and the practitioner exam taking place on the fifth day.

£1,300 plus VAT includes exam fees and manual.

For further details contact us on 01908 283 600 or opencourses@citi.co.uk.
MSP® is a registered trade mark of AXELOS Limited
The Swirl logo™ is a trade mark of AXELOS Limited

Managing Successful Programmes® Foundation

Paul Ashton — Fri, 24 May 2013 09:36:26 +0000

What are the course objectives?

This course, accredited by APM Group Ltd on behalf of the AXELOS, is targeted at imparting knowledge of the MSP® methodology. The course introduces delegates to MSP® and provides coaching and guidance to enable participants to sit the foundation examination. By the end of the course, delegates are familiar with MSP processes, techniques and vocabulary, understand their values and are able to implement them.

What content is covered?

There are two levels of accreditation: Foundation and Practitioner. The course covers the full Foundation syllabus. It is a very intensive course and we have organised the programme to meet the different learning styles of different individuals.

The syllabus is covered in the first three days, enabling the Foundation exam, a multiple-choice format to be taken at the end of day 3.

What are the key topics?

What is the course format?

MSP® is a Registered Trade Mark of the Office of Government Commerce in the United Kingdom and other countries

What is the duration and cost of the course?

This is a single module course, comprising of a three day event.

£900 plus VAT includes exam fee and manual.

For further details contact us on 01908 283 600 or opencourses@citi.co.uk.

MSP® is a registered trade mark of AXELOS Limited
The Swirl logo™ is a trade mark of AXELOS Limited

What is programme management?

Paul Ashton — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 10:40:26 +0000

Programme management is an approach used by organisations to bring about significant change and realise the desired benefits and business outcomes. Typically involving the identification and execution of multiple projects and other initiatives, it also includes the implementation and embedding of new ways of working, and enable the subsequent realisation of benefits.

Within Managing Successful Programme ( MSP® a registered trade mark of the Cabinet Office ) the definition of a programme is: a temporary flexible organization created to coordinate, direct and oversee a series of related projects and activities in order to deliver and benefits related to the organization strategic benefits.

A programme is likely to span a number of years. As a result of the timescales and the significant uncertainty of programmes, they are commonly organised into ‘tranches’ whereby a series of projects and initiatives, which result in a stable position for the organisation, are completed in succession. This allows for a change of direction or emphasis to be made at the end of each tranche.

What are the key skills of programme management?

Paul Ashton — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 10:38:40 +0000

There is a core set of skills that are critical for those involved in the successful management of programmes: stakeholder engagement, structuring programmes, managing governance and funding processes, and resource management. However the size and political significance of programmes are such that these skills do not typically all sit with the programme manager. The programme manager’s principal skill areas include identifying constituent projects and developing their business cases, developing and implementing an agreed governance model for the programme, implementing and managing programme finances and resources, and monitoring and controlling the programme’s execution.

Other important programme skills often sit with a ‘programme director’, for example developing and gaining agreement for the programme’s vision, defining the programme’s governance model (and its interfaces with the corporate governance); a ‘design authority ‘ who is likely to be involved in defining the new operating model and confirming its consistence with corporate strategy); or ‘business change managers’ who are likely to focus on ensuring the effective implementation into the line, and enabling benefits realisation).

What courses in programme management do you offer?

Paul Ashton — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 14:30:21 +0000

Based on our extensive experience in assisting clients in defining, structuring and delivering programmes we offer a course to gain accreditation in ‘managing successful programmes’ (MSP®). We also offer a highly interactive case-study based course, ‘delivering strategic programmes’ which focuses on programme management techniques and methods.