What is Praxis Framework™ Foundation and Practitioner?
The Praxis Framework™ Foundation and Practitioner Course is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of the Praxis Framework™. This integrated approach combines project, programme, and portfolio management best practices, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and efficient resource utilisation.
The Foundation level focuses on the principles, themes, and processes of the Praxis Framework™, while the Practitioner level enables learners to apply these concepts to real-world scenarios. This course prepares learners for the Foundation and Practitioner certification exams, validating their expertise in the Praxis Framework™.
This comprehensive 5-day Praxis Framework™ Foundation and Practitioner Course by Oakwood International ensures professionals are well-equipped to lead and manage initiatives using a unified and adaptable framework.
Course Objectives
To understand the principles, lifecycle, and governance of the Praxis Framework™
To learn how to manage projects, programmes, and portfolios effectively
To explore integrated management approaches for resource and risk optimisation
To develop skills for applying Praxis Framework™ tools and techniques in real-world scenarios
To align project and programme objectives with organisational strategies
To manage stakeholder engagement and communication effectively
To prepare for the Praxis Framework™ Foundation and Practitioner certification exams
Learners will be equipped to manage complex initiatives using the Praxis Framework™, ensuring efficient delivery and alignment with business objectives upon completion.
Course Outline
Praxis Framework™ Foundation and Practitioner
Module 1: Introduction to Praxis
Value of ‘Free’
Discontinuous Mind
Praxis Context
Goals of P3 Management
Central Elements of Both Project and Programme Management
Typical Characteristics of Programme Management
Core Elements of Portfolio Management
Commonly Identified Areas of Complexity for Projects and Programmes
Time to Drop Quality
Expansion of the Triple Constraint within the Praxis Method
Module 2: Life Cycle Management
Goals of Life Cycle Management
P3 Life Cycle Phases and Governance Mechanisms
Typical Serial Project Life Cycle
Parallel Project Life Cycle
Parallel Project Iteration
Typical Programme Life Cycle
Typical Portfolio Life Cycle
Module 3: Agile Project
Characteristics of an Agile Project and its Relationship with the Triple Constraint
Scrum Development Process Used in Agile Projects
Praxis and DSDM Agile
Goals of Sponsorship
Characteristics of a Sponsor
Module 4: Knowledge and Maturity Management
Goals of Knowledge Management
Establishing Knowledge Management
Goals of Capability and Maturity Management
CMMI Capability and Maturity Levels
Praxis and Other P3 Guidance
Praxis Delivery Functions
Module 5: Integrative and Organisation Management
Integrative Management Functions
Principles, Goals and Procedure of Organisation Management
Organisation Management – Levels
Standard Project Structure
Programme Structure
Organisation Management Plan
Module 6: Stakeholder Management
Principles, Goals and Procedure of Stakeholder Management
Stakeholder Map
Stakeholder Management Plan
Stakeholder Register
Principles and Goals of Business Case Management
Business Case
Justification
Module 7: Planning
Principles and Goals of Planning
Management Plans
Delivery Plans
Inherent Uncertainty
Typical Sections of a Delivery Plan
Principles and Goals of Control
Categories of Control Techniques
RAG Reports
Control Management Plan
Module 8: Assurance
Principles and Goals of Assurance
Assurance
Assurance Management Plan
Principles, Goals and Procedure for Information Management
Information Management Plan
Module 9: Scope Management Plan
Principles and Goals of Scope Management
Scope Management Procedure
Terminology of Scope
Scope Documents and Product Documents
Product Definition Techniques
Scope Management Plan
Module 10: Requirements Management
Principles, Goals and Procedure of Requirements Management
Characteristics of a Well Specified Requirement
Purpose of Value Management
Requirements Management in Project and Programmes
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Solutions Development
Module 11: Benefits, Configuration, and Schedule Management
Principles, Goals and Procedure of Benefits Management
Benefits Management Plan
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Change Control
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Configuration Management
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Schedule Management
Time Scheduling
Module 12: Techniques and Charts
Factors Affecting Choice of Technique
Time Scheduling Techniques
Gantt Chart
Network Diagram – Precedence Diagram
Critical Path Analysis
Forward Pass
Backward Pass
Float Calculations
Types of Floats
Module 13: Scheduling
Resource Scheduling
Resource Limited Scheduling
Options for Manipulating Activities
Options for Manipulating Resources
Estimating Techniques
Schedule Management Plan
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Finance Management
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Investment Appraisal
Factors to be Included
Module 14: Investment, Budget, and Funds
Investment Appraisal Techniques
Scoring Methods
Payback Method
Discounted Cash Flow
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Funding
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Budgeting and Cost Control
Base Cost
Major Components of a P3 Budget
Types of Costs to be Tracked
Finance Management Plan
Module 15: Risk Management
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Risk Management
Risk Context
Risk Assessment Techniques
Probability-Impact Assessment
Risk Responses
Risk Management Plan
Risk Register
Module 16: Change, Contract, and Resource Management
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Change Management
Change Management Models
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Resource Management
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Procurement
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Contract Management
Universal Principles Governing Contracts
Typical Contract Information and ‘Conditions’
Principles, Goals, and Procedures of Mobilisation
Resource Management Plan
Module 17: Project and Programme Processes
Identification Process
Appoint Identification Team
Review Previous Lessons
Prepare Brief
Prepare Definition Plan
Module 18: Sponsorship Process
Review Request for Authorisation
Provide Management Support
Confirm Closure
Definition Process
Appoint Definition Team
Pre-authorisation Work
Module 19: Plan Delivery
Consolidate Definition Documentation
Delivery Process
Authorise Work
Progress Report
Event Report
Update and Communicate
Accept Completed Work
Module 20: Boundaries and Closure Process
Close and Review the Previous Tranche/Stage
Assemble Documentation
Development Process
Accept Work Package
Context of the Development Process
Closure Process
Prepare for Closure
Benefits Realisation Process
Prepare for Transition
Conclude Transition
Module 21: Interpersonal Skills and Conflict Management
Goals of Communication
David Berlo’s Components of Communication
Goals of Conflict Management
Thamhain and Wilemon - Sources of Conflict
Tuckman
Conflict Management Models Maccoby and Scudder
Conflict Management Models Thomas-Kilmann
Goals and Procedure of Delegation
SMART Objectives
MoSCoW Prioritisation
Module 22: Leadership
Goals of Leadership
Hersey and Blanchard
Adair’s Action-Centred Leader
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
In P3 Management Terms
Hertzberg
Module 23: Influencing
Goals of Influencing
Cialdini’s Six Principles of Influence
Cohen and Bradford Influence Model
Ethics
Montana and Charnov’s Seven Forms of Power
Module 24: Negotiation
Goals of Negotiation
Typical Procedure of Negotiation
Shell’s Five Styles of Negotiation
Goals of Teamwork
Belbin Team Roles
Katzenbach and Smith’s Level of Teamwork
Module 25: Introduction to P3 Management
Life Cycle Management
P3 Life Cycle Phases and Governance Mechanisms
Project and Programme Processes
Identification Processes
Sponsorship Process
Characteristics of a Sponsor
Leadership
Hersey and Blanchard
Adair's Action-Centred Leader
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
P3 Management Terms
Hertzberg
Prepare Brief
Stakeholder Management
Stakeholder Map
Goals of Influencing
Cialdini's Six Principles of Influence
Cohen and Bradford Influence Model
Ethics
Montana and Charnov’s Seven Forms of Power
Module 26: Business Case Management
Business Case
Justification
Prepare Definition Plan
Definition Process
Standard Project Structure
Programme Structure
Teamwork and Tuckman
Katzenbach and Smith’s Level of Teamwork
Conflict Management
Thamhain and Wilemon - Sources of Conflict
Conflict Management Models Maccoby and Scudder
Conflict Management Models Thomas-Kilmann
Module 27: Planning
Management Plans
Plan Delivery
Delivery Plans
Typical Sections of a Delivery Plan
Scope Management and Procedure
Product Definition Techniques
Requirements Management
Purpose of Value Management
Solutions Development
Benefits Management
Change Control
Configuration Management
Module 28: Schedule Management
Time Scheduling
Factors Affecting the Choice of Technique
Gantt Chart
Network Diagram – Precedence Diagram
Critical Path Analysis
Module 29: Resource Scheduling
Resource Limited Scheduling
Module 30: Options for Manipulating Activities
Finance Management
Investment Appraisal
Scoring Methods
Payback Method
Discounted Cash Flow
Funding
Budgeting and Cost Control
Module 31: Risk Management
Probability-Impact Assessment
Risk Responses
Change Management
Module 32: Resource Management
Procurement
Contract Management
Goals of Negotiation
Shell's Five Styles of Negotiation
Mobilisation
Delivery Process
Information Management
Control
RAG Reports
Earned Value Management
Where Will the Trend Lead?
Module 33: Communication
Goals of Communication
David Berlo’s Components of Communication
Boundaries Process
Assurance
Development Process
Context of the Development Process
Delegation
Closure Process
Benefits Realisation Process
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What topics are covered in the Praxis Framework™ Foundation and Practitioner Course?
The course covers the principles, processes, governance, and practical application of the Praxis Framework™ for managing projects, programmes, and portfolios.
Q. How can this training benefit my career?
This training validates your expertise in a unified management framework, positioning you for roles that require advanced skills in delivering complex initiatives.
Q. Is Praxis Framework™ applicable across industries?
The Praxis Framework™ is suitable for many industries, including IT, construction, healthcare, and finance, where efficient project and programme management is critical.
Q. What support is provided during the training?
Learners receive study materials, hands-on exercises, and expert guidance to ensure effective learning and certification readiness.
Q. Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes, the Foundation level introduces fundamental concepts, and the Practitioner level builds on this knowledge, making it suitable for professionals at various levels.