What is MSP® Foundation & Practitioner Course?

The MSP® Foundation & Practitioner Course is designed to provide a complete understanding of the MSP® framework, covering both foundational knowledge and practical application. This combined course introduces Learners to MSP® principles, governance themes, and transformational flow while developing advanced skills to manage and deliver programmes in real-world scenarios.

Learners will learn to tailor MSP® to organisational needs, manage risks, realise benefits, and ensure stakeholder engagement throughout the programme lifecycle. The training prepares learners for the MSP® Foundation and Practitioner certification exams, validating their expertise in programme management.

This comprehensive 4-day MSP® Foundation & Practitioner Course by Oakwood International empowers professionals to deliver successful programmes, align them with strategic objectives, and achieve MSP® certification at both levels.
 

Course Objectives
 

  • To gain a comprehensive understanding of the MSP® framework, principles, and governance themes
  • To learn how to apply MSP® in real-world programme management scenarios
  • To develop skills to manage risks, realise benefits, and engage stakeholders effectively
  • To align programme objectives with organisational strategy
  • To ensure transformational success for the organisation
  • To prepare for the MSP® Foundation and Practitioner certification exams
  • To build confidence to lead complex programmes and deliver measurable outcomes

Upon completion, Learners will have the knowledge and practical skills to manage programmes effectively and achieve MSP® Foundation and Practitioner certifications.

Course Outline

MSP® Foundation & Practitioner Course

Module 1: Introduction

  • What is a Programme?
  • Why Use Programme Management?
  • Overcoming Common Challenges
  • Programme Environment
     

Module 2: Principles

  • Lead with Purpose     
  • Collaborate Across Boundaries       
  • Deal with Ambiguity
  • Align with Priorities   
  • Deploy Diverse Skills
  • Realise Measurable Benefits
  • Bring Pace and Value
     

Module 3: Processes

  • Introduction to Processes
     

Module 4: Introduction to Themes

  • Definitions
  • Plan-Do-Check-Act Cycle
  • Programme Strategy
  • Programme Plans
     

Module 5: Identify the Programme

  • Purpose
  • Objectives
  • Activities
  • Responsibilities
  • Application of the Themes
     

Module 6: Organisation

  • Key Relationships with Principles
  • Governance Approach
  • Risk Appetite
  • Organisation Structure
  • Sponsoring Group
  • Programme Board and Office
  • Individual Roles
  • Senior Responsible Owner (SRO)
  • Programme Manager
  • Business Change Manager (BCM)
  • Tailoring Programme Governance
  • Integration of the Programme and Projects
  • Additional Roles and Governance Support Offices
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Stakeholder Engagement Approach
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communications Plan
  • Stakeholder Prioritisation
  • Analysis of a Stakeholder Network
  • Preparing for Change
  • Responsibilities
     

Module 7: Design the Outcomes

  • Purpose, Objectives, Activities, and Responsibilities
  • Application of the Themes
  • Design
  • Key Relationships with Principles
  • Design Approach
  • Vision Statement
  • Benefits and Types of Benefits
  • Path to Benefits
  • Benefit Map
  • Understanding Benefits
  • Measuring and Realising Benefits
  • Benefit Profile
  • Risk Identification and Prioritisation
  • Types of Programme Risk
     

Module 8: Risk Universe

  • Risk Prioritisation
  • Risk Heatmap
  • Risk Connectivity
  • Target Operating Model
  • Current and Target Operating Models
  • Responsibilities
     

Module 9: Plan Progressive Delivery

  • Purpose, Objectives, Activities, and Responsibilities
  • Application of the Themes
  • Justification
  • Key Relationships with Principles
  • Programme Mandate
  • Funding Approach
  • Funding Mechanisms
  • Programme Brief
  • Business Case
  • Investment Appraisal
  • Cumulative Net Benefit Curve
  • Measures of Benefit
  • Combined Effects of Risk
  • Sizing and Allocating Financial Contingency
  • Validating the Business Case
  • Financial Planning
  • Programme Costs
  • Tracking and Forecasting Expenditure
  • Responsibilities
     

Module 10: Deliver the Capabilities

  • Purpose, Objectives, Activities, and Responsibilities
  • Application of the Themes
  • Structure
  • Key Relationships with Principles
  • Delivery Approach
  • Establishing the Appropriate Pace
  • Balancing Capacity and Ability
  • Achievability and Affordability
  • Delivery Planning
  • Multimodal Delivery
  • Dependencies
  • Benefits Realisation Planning
  • Resourcing Approach
  • Procurement and Supply Chain
     

Module 11: Assurance

  • Key Relationships with Principles
  • Assurance Approach
  • Assurance at Multiple Levels
  • Lines of Defence and Assurance Planning
  • Nature of Assurance Activities
  • Timings and Resourcing of Assurance Activity
  • How to Plan Successful Assurance Activities?
  • Steps for Assurance Activities and Responsibilities
     

Module 12: Embed the Outcomes

  • Purpose, Objectives, Activities, and Responsibilities
  • Application of the Themes
  • Knowledge
  • Key Relationships with Principles
  • Knowledge and Learning Approach
  • Knowledge Management
  • Ensuring Lessons are Learned
  • Learning Cycle
  • Information Approach
  • Information Management
  • Responsibilities
     

Module 13: Evaluate New Information

  • Purpose, Objectives, Activities, and Responsibilities
  • Application of the Themes
  • Decisions
  • Key Relationships with Principles
  • Decision-Making Approach
  • Layers of Decision-Making
  • Issue Resolution Approach
  • Risk Response Approach
  • Risk Response and Definitions
  • Data-Gathering and Reporting
  • Options Analysis
  • Responsibilities
     

Module 14: Close the Programme

  • Purpose
  • Objectives
  • Context
  • Activities
  • Responsibilities
  • Application of the Themes

Included

Included

  • No course includes are available.

Offered In This Course:

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  • elearning eLearning Materials
  • exam Study Resources
  • certificate Completion Certificate
  • study Tutor Support
  • workbook Interactive Quizzes
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  • Live virtual classes led by experienced trainers, offering real-time interaction and guidance for optimal learning outcomes.

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  • 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 MSP® Foundation & Practitioner Course?

The course covers MSP® principles, governance themes, transformational flow, tailoring MSP® to organisational contexts, and exam preparation for both certification levels.

Q. How can this training benefit my career?

This training validates your expertise in programme management, enabling you to lead successful programmes and advance to leadership roles in organisational transformation.

Q. Is MSP® applicable across industries?

Yes, MSP® is a flexible framework used across industries to manage programmes requiring strategic alignment and transformational change.

Q. What support is provided during the training?

Learners receive comprehensive study materials, practical case studies, and expert instructor guidance to ensure effective learning and certification readiness.

Q. Is this course suitable for beginners?

Yes, this combined course is designed for professionals at all levels. It starts with foundational MSP® knowledge and progresses to advanced application techniques.

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