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Course Outline
Introduction to MSP and Programme Thinking
- Distinguishing between programmes and projects, and understanding the value added by programme 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 an effective Programme Management Office (PgMO).
- Defining decision-making processes, reporting lines, and escalation paths.
Vision, Blueprint and Benefits Management
- Clarifying the vision and defining strategic outcomes.
- Developing the blueprint and designing the target operating model.
- Identifying, mapping, measuring, and tracking benefits.
Programme Planning and Delivery Approach
- Formulating a comprehensive programme plan and delivery roadmap.
- Integrating workstreams and projects, while managing dependencies and sequencing.
- Considering scheduling, resource planning, and capacity requirements.
Stakeholder Engagement and Communications
- Conducting stakeholder analysis and developing engagement strategies.
- Planning communications and activities to foster change readiness.
- Managing resistance and securing ongoing 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.
- Monitoring benefits, measuring outcomes, and assessing ROI.
- Implementing cost control, forecasting, and rebaseline practices.
Quality, Configuration and Change Control
- Applying quality management approaches specifically for programmes.
- Managing configuration and change control across multiple projects.
- Leveraging 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, including benefits review, lessons learned, and documentation.
- Integrating achieved outcomes into business-as-usual processes.
Practical Workshop and Case Study
- Scenario exercise: designing a programme governance model and benefits map.
- Group presentations with feedback from peers and the instructor.
- Developing an action plan to implement MSP practices within participants' organisations.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A solid grasp of project management fundamentals.
- Practical experience working within or supporting project or programme environments.
- Familiarity with the concepts of organisational change.
Target Audience
- Current Programme managers and those aspiring to take on Programme Manager roles.
- Sponsors, Senior Responsible Owners (SROs), and portfolio managers.
- Programme office staff, change managers, and delivery leads.
21 Hours
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