PRINCE2® Programme Management Practitioner eLearning (formerly MSP 5th Edition)
- Category:
- Project and Programme Management
- Level:
- Expert
- Code:
- QAMSP5POLB
- Exam:
- Yes - Included
Overview
Globally recognised PRINCE2 Programme Management (formerly known as MSP 5th Edition) is the go-to certification and guidance for programme managers, business change managers and the next step for project managers. It addresses the most common challenges organizations encounter when leading investments in change through strategic / large programmes with multiple related projects. The framework aligns programmes and projects to organizational strategy, provides strong governance, and focuses on the outcomes of benefit whilst mitigating risks and actively engaging stakeholders.
The framework dovetails with the other best-practice products (such as PRINCE2 Project Management and PRINCE2 Portfolio Management).
This PeopleCert official PRINCE2 Programme Management practitioner eLearning equips you with the expertise to effectively apply the principles and best practices, ensuring measurable value is delivered to your organization.
The eLearning consists of 10-12 hours of interactive, device-friendly content that allows you to self-study at your own pace. You should also plan for 8-10 hours individual study of the MSP manual, personal revision, and exam practice.
Learner engagement is ensured through embedded video, onscreen interaction and summative quizzes. Through 9 bite-sized modules, the course fully explains each integrated element of the framework.
- Principles – Seven guiding obligations that are continually required to achieve value from programme management.
- Themes – The seven themes are the essential aspects of governance required to ensure that the programme is aligned with the principles.
- Processes – The programme lifecycle consists of seven processes which detail the responsibilities and activities that should be undertaken from a programme’s conception through to its final closure.
Prerequisites
To take the MSP 5th edition Practitioner course and exam, you must have a PRINCE2 Programme Management Foundation certificate.
Please speak with your QA Account manager if you hold 4th edition MSP Foundation only as you will need to sit course PBPMSPFP.
The course is aimed at experienced project and programme managers, as well as other professionals who are involved in major change initiatives.
Target Audience
This course is designed for anyone who is looking to grasp the fundamentals of programme management. Learners might be:
- Those who already hold the PRINCE2 programme management foundation qualification and want to deepen that knowledge and understand how to practically apply the framework
- Programme Managers who want to formalise their knowledge of best practice and gain accreditation.
- Aspiring Programme Managers / PRINCE2 Practitioners / Project Managers who want to evolve their skills to manage larger, more complex initiatives
- Programme Sponsors / Senior Responsible Owners who need to focus on outcomes of benefit
- Portfolio Managers / Directors who need to ensure their organisation stays competitive
- Business Change Managers who lead business change and build organisational across the organization in the strategic context i.e. from delivering outputs to enabling a vision through the principles and themes of the framework
- Anyone who needs to adopt a wide strategic approach to programmes – using a vision, target operating model and programme plan, linking actions to “big picture” organizational strategy, applying robust governance to co-ordinating multiple projects and supporting organisational agility through a multi-modal delivery and an incremental approach.
Learning outcomes
- Build on the knowledge gained in the Foundation course
- Demonstrate sufficient ability to apply and tailor the MSP programme management framework (as described in the practitioner syllabus) to be awarded the MSP Practitioner qualification.
- Be able to start applying the framework to a real programme
Course outline
1. Programme strategy and themes
2. Application of the organization theme – the clear definition of programme management roles and effective communication with stakeholders are essential aspects of any successful programme
3. Application of the design theme – how do we ensure that the end-state is clear (including the benefits and risks) and that the organization understands how to bridge the gap between current and future states.
4. Application of the justification theme – ensures that the investment represents value for money and programme finances are managed correctly.
5. Application of the structure theme – the focus is on delivering projects in the most effective way and ensuring that the necessary resources are in place to deliver the programme.
6. Application of the knowledge theme – knowledge and lessons are acquired, curated and used across the programme, helping to build a culture of improvement.
7. Application of the assurance theme – an appropriate level of governance provides transparency and confidence to the sponsoring group.
8. Application of the decisions theme – Effective decision making is required at various points during the programme lifecycle whether this is related to risks, issues, or other aspects of the programme’s management.
9. Application of the PRINCE2 Programme Management processes – the structured set of activities that ensures programme delivery is controlled over its lifetime.
Why Choose eLearning?
- Flexibility at your fingertips: your learning, your way
- Self-directed learning: take the lead in your education
- An engaging learning environment: make learning enjoyable and effective
- Real-time feedback and progress tracking: stay on top of your learning journey
- Unparalleled quality: learn from the official authors of PRINCE2 Programme Management
What’s Included
- 12 months access to the eLearning (including the official mock exam papers)
- Learning resource kit (enhances exam preparation and long-term learning)
- Auto-marked sample papers
- Exam voucher (valid for 12 months)
Examinations
PeopleCert exams take place remotely via PeopleCert Online Proctoring. You will be required to download and install ExamShield and conduct a compatibility test prior to sitting the exam. We strongly recommend you do not leave this until just before your exam time slot.
Full details of each of the five steps that describe the IT requirements and exam conditions (including an explanatory video) can be found on the PeopleCert website.
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You may choose to sit your exam at a time that meets your convenience and level of readiness. Exam slots are available 24/7 and learners need to be pre-book an exam time with the proctoring service. After purchase you will receive information on how to book your exams at a date and time convenient to you. Although your exam voucher is valid for 12-months we strongly recommend you do not leave it too long after your course to sit it.
Once an exam slot is booked you can amend the date/time providing it’s within the voucher expiration date. Please note that if you change a booked exam slot within 48 hours of the time booked PeopleCert will charge an admin fee.
Exam format:
- Duration: 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
- 70 scenario based multiple-choice and matching questions
- Pass mark: 60%
- Open book (official PRINCE2 Programme Management publication only)
- Delegates will be informed of their indictive result before they leave the exam platform
Exam Proof of Identification
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Reasonable Adjustments Policy
The exam provider allows additional time for candidates who have a disability or whose native language differs to that of the examination paper. Ful details and how to apply can be found here https://www.qa.com/legal-privacy/reasonable-adjustments-exam-guidance/. At least two weeks' notice will be required for processing this request. Delegates failing to advise QA and provide evidence when requested, may not be allowed the additional support offered via the policy. QA Exam Administration can be contacted by email exam.admin@qa.com or by phone +44(0)1793 696162.
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