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Duration 21 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to MSP and Programme Thinking
- Distinguishing programs from projects and understanding the value of program management.
- Exploring MSP principles and the concept of transformational flow.
- Overview of the programme lifecycle: identification, definition, and benefits management.
Programme Governance and Organisation
- Defining programme structure, roles, and responsibilities (including SRO, Programme Manager, and Board).
- Establishing a Programme Management Office (PgMO).
- Structuring decision-making, reporting lines, and escalation pathways.
Vision, Blueprint and Benefits Management
- Clarifying vision and defining strategic outcomes.
- Designing the blueprint and target operating model.
- Identifying, mapping, measuring, and tracking benefits.
Programme Planning and Delivery Approach
- Developing a comprehensive program plan and delivery roadmap.
- Integrating workstreams and projects, managing dependencies, and sequencing.
- Addressing scheduling, resource planning, and capacity considerations.
Stakeholder Engagement and Communications
- Conducting stakeholder analysis and developing engagement strategies.
- Planning communications and fostering change readiness.
- Managing resistance and strengthening sponsor commitment.
Risk, Issue, and Assurance Management
- Identifying and escalating programme-level risks and issues.
- Defining assurance roles, internal/external assurance, and audit readiness.
- Developing contingency plans and decision support mechanisms.
Financials, Benefits Realisation and Value Management
- Creating business cases and establishing financial governance.
- Tracking benefits, measuring outcomes, and calculating ROI.
- Implementing cost control, forecasting, and rebaseline practices.
Quality, Configuration and Change Control
- Applying quality management approaches specifically for programs.
- Managing configuration and change control across multiple projects.
- Using standards, templates, and knowledge management to ensure repeatability.
Transition to Business-as-Usual and Programme Closure
- Planning for handover, sustainment, and operational acceptance.
- Executing closure activities: benefits review, lessons learned, and documentation.
- Integrating outcomes into standard business-as-usual processes.
Practical Workshop and Case Study
- Scenario exercise: designing a program governance model and benefits map.
- Group presentations with peer and instructor feedback.
- Formulating an action plan to apply MSP practices within participants' organizations.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A solid grasp of fundamental project management concepts.
- Practical experience operating within or supporting project and program environments.
- Working knowledge of organisational change principles.
Audience
- Current program managers and those aspiring to the role.
- Sponsors, Senior Responsible Owners (SROs), and portfolio managers.
- Programme office personnel, change managers, and delivery leads.
Testimonials (1)
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