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MSP® Managing Successful Programmes
Foundation Course
OPEN TRAINING DATES
The training’s objective
The objectives of the course are to give the delegate an insight of the 'Managing Successful Programmes' (MSP®) philosophy, and how it can be used to manage programmes effectively. This course is delivered using the latest 2007 MSP® manual and syllabus.
Delegate Profile
The course is recommended for managers who have recently been given a programme role, for programme support staff, for specialists contributing to a programme, and for senior executives directing a programme.
Topics covered:
The course will cover the following topics:
• Introduction and Programme Management Principles
• Governance Themes
• Organisation
• Vision
• Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
• Benefits Realisation Management
• Blueprint Design & Delivery
• Programme Planning & Control
• The Business Case
• Risk Management and Issue Resolution
• Quality Management
• Transformational Flow
• Identifying a Programme
• Defining a Programme
• Managing the Tranches
• Delivering the Capability
• Realising the Benefits
• Closing a Programme
• Programme Office
The Trainer’s profile
All AFA MSP trainers have undergone the rigorous approvals process administered by the APM Group on behalf of the Office of Government Commerce (OGC). They are practising project and programme managers with considerable experience in a wide range of industry sectors. The use of hybrid trainer-managers is of great benefit to delegates and ensures that illustration and anecdotes have up-to-date validity and that the training given, whilst being true to the syllabus is also pragmatic.
The training is conducted by Alan Ferguson's who is AFA's Lead Trainer and Consultant. He has gained the prestigious registered consultant recognition in Programme & Project Management, MSP® and PRINCE2®. Alan delivers consultancy around the world and his book 'Tailoring PRINCE2®' has sold thousands of copies.
The training (14-17 June) is conducted by John Vivian, MSP® Approved Trainer. A senior project and programme manager with extensive experience in managing the development, introduction and implementation of new technology. An accomplished trainer, coach and facilitator, able to effectively transfer his skills and experience, and to motivate staff at all levels. Broad international experience in both public and private sectors, and at all levels including national and regional politicians and senior government officials (national clearances).
Training duration
This course takes place over three days. The Foundation exam is taken during the afternoon of day three. Some evening consolidation and preparation work is required in order to gain maximum benefit from the course. Residential attendance is recommended.
Place of training
AFA open courses are held at approximately six week intervals at a range of venues across the UK. All venues have been chosen for their modern equipment and ease of access from major road, rail and air routes.
Alternatively training may be organized at the Client’s site or in an appropriate place near by.
Training organization and costs
A place for one participant in an open training costs 5170 PLN.
Included in the cost of the course are:
• OGC publication “Managing Successful Programmes“
• Printed course material
• Examination fee
• Daytime refreshments
• Full catering during the training
MSP® manual is sent to delegates approximately 2-3 weeks before the course start date.Typically pre-course preparation will require a couple of hours of study.
We would be pleased to provide a quote for an in-house event, based on location and delegate numbers. Please contact us for further information.
Open training dates
2010-03-15 Warszawa Book a place at the training
2010-06-14 Warszawa Book a place at the training
2010-09-20 Warszawa Book a place at the training
We will gladly prepare the offer for a closed training basing on place and number of participants. Please contact us for more information.
More information on MSP® Foundation training.
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