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Course Outline
Introduction to MSP and Programme-Centric Thinking
- Distinguishing programmes from projects and understanding the strategic value of programme management
- Core MSP principles and the concept of transformational flow
- Overview of the programme lifecycle: identification, definition, and benefits management
Programme Governance and Organisational Structure
- Defining programme structure, key roles, and responsibilities (including SRO, Programme Manager, and Board)
- Establishing and functioning within a Programme Management Office (PgMO)
- Defining decision-making processes, reporting lines, and escalation pathways
Vision, Blueprint, and Benefits Management
- Articulating the programme vision and aligning it with strategic outcomes
- Designing the programme blueprint and defining the target operating model
- Identifying, mapping, measuring, and tracking benefits throughout the lifecycle
Programme Planning and Delivery Strategy
- Developing comprehensive programme plans and delivery roadmaps
- Integrating workstreams and projects, managing dependencies, and optimising sequencing
- Scheduling, resource allocation, and capacity planning considerations
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Strategies
- Conducting stakeholder analysis and developing tailored engagement strategies
- Planning communications and fostering change readiness within the organisation
- Managing resistance and strengthening sponsor commitment
Risk, Issue, and Assurance Management
- Identifying and escalating programme-level risks and issues
- Defining assurance roles, managing internal/external assurance, and preparing for audits
- Developing contingency plans and providing decision support
Financials, Benefits Realisation, and Value Management
- Developing business cases and establishing financial governance
- Tracking benefits, measuring outcomes, and assessing Return on Investment (ROI)
- Controlling costs, forecasting trends, and managing rebaselining practices
Quality, Configuration, and Change Control
- Applying quality management approaches specifically for programmes
- Implementing configuration management and change control across integrated projects
- Leveraging standards, templates, and knowledge management for 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
- Embedding outcomes into business-as-usual processes for long-term value
Practical Workshop and Case Study
- Scenario-based exercise: designing a programme governance model and benefits map
- Group presentations with peer and instructor feedback
- Formulating an action plan to apply MSP practices within participants’ organisations
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A solid grasp of fundamental project management concepts
- Practical experience within project or programme environments, either in a direct or supporting capacity
- Familiarity with the principles of organisational change management
Target Audience
- Current and aspiring Programme Managers
- Sponsors, Senior Responsible Owners (SROs), and Portfolio Managers
- Programme Office staff, Change Managers, and Delivery Leads
21 Hours
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