What is Management of Portfolios (MoP®) Foundation & Practitioner Course?
The MoP® Foundation & Practitioner Course is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of portfolio management principles, practices, and frameworks. The Foundation level introduces the MoP® concepts, while the Practitioner level focuses on applying these principles to real-world portfolio management challenges.
Learners will explore key areas such as strategic alignment, governance, prioritisation, risk management, and resource optimisation. The course enables learners to implement MoP® methodologies effectively through practical exercises and scenarios, ensuring portfolios deliver value and support organisational goals.
This combined 5-day MoP® Foundation & Practitioner Course by Oakwood International prepares learners for certification exams, empowering them to enhance their portfolio management capabilities and drive organisational success.
Course Objectives
To understand the principles, practices, and key elements of MoP®
To learn how to align portfolio management with organisational strategies
To develop skills for prioritising and optimising resources across portfolios
To explore governance and decision-making frameworks for portfolios
To identify and manage risks and dependencies within a portfolio
To apply MoP® practices to real-world portfolio management scenarios
To prepare for and successfully pass the MoP® Foundation and Practitioner certification exams
Upon completion, learners will be equipped to manage portfolios effectively, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and delivering measurable value.
Course Outline
Management of Portfolios (MoP®) Foundation & Practitioner Course
Module 1: Overview
Portfolio and Portfolio Management
Portfolio Management Model
Portfolio Definition and Delivery Practices
Project and Project Management
Programme and Programme Management
Portfolio, Project, and Programme Management
Circumstances Affect the Principles and Practices
Cost Effective Approaches
Objectives of Portfolio Management
Benefits of Portfolio Management
Module 2: Implement, Sustain, and Measure
Implement Portfolio Management
Advantages of Planned Approaches
Stages of Implementing Portfolio Management
Factors to Consider in Sustaining Progress
Assessing Portfolio Management Maturity
Module 3: Strategic and Organisational Context
Business as Usual
Strategic Planning
Budgeting and Resource Allocation
Programme and Project Management
Performance Management
Corporate Governance
Module 4: Portfolio Management Principles
Senior Management Commitment
Governance Alignment
Strategy Alignment
Portfolio Office
An Energised Change Culture
Module 5: Portfolio Definition Cycle
Overview
Understand Practice
Categorise Practice
Prioritise Practice
Balance Practice
Plan Practice
Module 6: Portfolio Delivery Cycle
Portfolio Delivery Practices
Portfolio Delivery Cycle
Management Control Practice
Benefits Management Practice
Financial Management Practice
Risk Management Practice
Stakeholder Engagement Practice
Organisational Governance Practice
Resource Management Practice
Module 7: Roles and Documentation
Portfolio Direction Group (PDG) or Investment Committee (IC)
Portfolio Progress Group (PPG) or Change Delivery Committee (CDC)
Business Change Director or Portfolio Director
Portfolio Manager
Portfolio Benefits Manager
Portfolio Management Framework
Portfolio Strategy
Portfolio Benefits Management Framework
Portfolio Benefits Realisation Plan
Portfolio Financial Plan
Resource Schedule
Portfolio Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Plan
Portfolio Dashboard
Module 8: Implement, Sustain, and Measure
Select the Appropriate Approach to implement.
Coordination of Portfolio Management
Designing a Strategy
Building and Maintaining Organisational Energy
Maturity and Evidence of Impact
Recommended Approaches
Module 9: Portfolio Definition Cycle
Identify Practices and Techniques
Understanding the Portfolio
Splitting the Portfolio
Using Approaches to Prioritise Portfolio
Balancing the Portfolio
Strategy and Delivery Plan
Module 10: Portfolio Delivery Cycle
Management Control
Portfolio-level Benefits Management
Portfolio-level Financial Management
Portfolio-level Risk Management
Portfolio-level Stakeholder Engagement
Portfolio-level Resource Management
Module 11: Roles and Documentation
Portfolio Management Framework
Portfolio Benefits Management Framework
Portfolio Strategy
Portfolio Delivery Plan
Portfolio Benefits Realisation Plan
Portfolio Financial Plan
Portfolio Resource Schedule
Portfolio Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Plan
Portfolio Dashboard Report
Main Portfolio Management Roles
Portfolio Direction Group/Investment Committee
Portfolio Progress Group/Change Delivery Committee
Business Change Director/Portfolio Director
Portfolio Manager
Portfolio Benefits Manager
MoP® course online Exam Preparation Workbook
Our exam preparation workbook ensures and validates that you have the knowledge and confidence to pass your exam. The exam preparation workbook comprises mock questions and applicable scenario-based projects and is known to elevate pass marks. Please note that this exam preparation workbook and instructions for booking your exam can be found in your Joining Instructions, received upon enrolment. Completing the workbook before sitting the exam is highly recommended to maximise your chances of passing.
MoP® Online Exams
After completing four days of training and successfully passing your MoP® Foundation Exam, the fifth day of this course is a flexible exam preparation day that you can complete at your convenience. This day prepares you to take and pass your MoP® Practitioner exam online.
We will provide comprehensive support during the exam process to make the experience as simple as possible. Subject to availability, this exam can be taken at a suitable time.
Included
Included
- No course includes are available.
Offered In This Course:
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Video Content
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eLearning Materials
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Study Resources
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Completion Certificate
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Tutor Support
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Interactive Quizzes
Learning Options
Discover a range of flexible learning options designed to meet your needs. Select the format that best supports your personal growth and goals.
Online Instructor-Led Training
- Live virtual classes led by experienced trainers, offering real-time interaction and guidance for optimal learning outcomes.
Online Self-Paced Training
- Flexible learning at your own pace, with access to comprehensive course materials and resources available anytime, anywhere.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What topics are covered in the MoP® Foundation & Practitioner Course?
The course covers MoP® principles, portfolio management cycles,
governance, risk management, resource optimisation, and certification
preparation.
Q. How can this training benefit my career?
This training validates your expertise in portfolio management,
preparing you for leadership roles focused on aligning strategy with delivery
and optimising resources.
Q. Is MoP® applicable across industries?
Yes, MoP® is widely adopted in finance, IT, healthcare, and
government industries for strategic portfolio management and decision-making.
Q. What support is provided during the training?
Learners receive study materials, practical exercises, and
expert guidance to ensure effective learning and certification readiness.
Q. Is this course suitable for beginners?
The course starts with foundational concepts and progresses to
advanced applications, making it suitable for professionals at all levels.