MSP® 5th Edition Foundation
Managing Successful Programmes (MSP)® can be likened to a film director: just as a film director oversees all aspects of production from scene to scene and through to the final product, the MSP® certification oversees all aspects of project and programme delivery to ensure it meets the desired outcomes.
The MSP® Foundation certification will equip you with the knowledge you require in order to successfully manage, deliver, and realise the benefits of programmes. If you would like to ensure you possess all the skills needed to effectively manage a programme, this is the certification for you!
Once completing your MSP® Foundation, you will benefit from progressing to the MSP® Practitioner if you are working in varied programme environments to validate your skills as a flexible, credible Programme Professional.
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What’s included?
- Consultation with a Career Consultant to corroborate your course choice
- Unlimited, 3-month access to the MSP® 5th Edition Foundation Course
- Official MSP® 5th Edition Foundation Exam
- The MSP® 5th Edition Foundation Core Guidance eBook with your exam purchase
- Certified Tutor to provide assistance with course queries
- Access to a full Support Team for assistance with examination, notes, and study queries
- 1 months’ free subscription to MyAxelos filled with industry news, case studies, exam preparation materials, tools & templates, and digital badges
- A professional, Project Management-oriented CV rewrite*
- A LinkedIn profile overhaul to maximise your new networking opportunities*
Certification: MSP® 5th Edition Foundation
Vendor: PeopleCert on behalf of Axelos
Course prerequisite: There are no formal prerequisites to study this qualification
Study time: 20 – 30 hours
Key learning objective: You will learn about the principles, themes, and processes that provide a clear roadmap for the programme lifecycle, including larger, more strategic, complex, or multiple projects.
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Certification details
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MSP® Foundation
What You Will Learn
Managing Successful Programmes serves as a guide of best practice in programme management. This Foundation certification provides the framework from which strategic outcomes can be formed, helping the organisation to realise critical benefits!
Introduction
This module provides an overview of the concepts, principles, and benefits of programme management, including the definition and purpose of programmes, the different types of programmes, and the key roles and responsibilities of programme managers.
Organisation & Leadership
This module covers the organisational structures and leadership styles that are most appropriate for different types of programmes. It also covers the importance of effective governance and the role of governance bodies in programme management.
Processes & Products
This module covers the different stages of the programme life cycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring & controlling, and closing. It also covers the different types of products and deliverables that are produced during each stage of the programme life cycle.
Stakeholder Management & Communication
This module covers the importance of effective stakeholder management and communication in programme management. It includes information on how to identify and engage stakeholders, how to manage their expectations, and how to communicate effectively with them throughout the programme.
Programme Planning & Control
This module covers the techniques used for planning and controlling programmes, including work breakdown structures, critical path analysis, and earned value management. It also covers the importance of monitoring and controlling programmes, including the use of performance metrics and the management of change.
Business Case Management
This module covers the importance of creating a robust business case for a programme, including how to identify and evaluate the benefits, costs, and risks associated with the programme.
Benefits Management
This module covers the importance of benefits management in programme management, including how to identify, plan for, and realise the benefits of a programme.
Risk Management & Issue Resolution
This module covers the importance of risk management in programme management, including how to identify, assess, and manage risks throughout the programme life cycle. It also covers the importance of issue resolution, including how to identify, prioritise, and resolve issues that arise during the programme.
Quality Management
This module covers the importance of quality management in programme management, including how to establish quality standards and how to monitor and measure the quality of products and deliverables.
Mock Exam Simulator
This module provides a simulated exam environment that allows learners to test their knowledge and prepare for the MSP Foundation certification exam.
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Study Coaches and Mentors
Your Study Coach and Mentor is dedicated to guiding and supporting you throughout your journey by providing motivation, encouragement, and monitoring progress.
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Career and Progression Prospects
Project Management is used in a plethora of sectors, but here are a few roles you’re qualified to explore with this certification:
Programme Manager
Programme Support Officer
Programme Assistant
Assistant Programme Manager
Programme Administrator
Operations Manager
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Projecting Your Salary
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Managing Successful Programmes/MSP® Foundation
Frequently Asked Questions
You have questions, and we have all the answers
Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®) is a programme management methodology that provides a framework for managing programmes effectively. It outlines a series of steps, processes, and best practices to ensure that programmes are aligned with business objectives, deliver benefits, and achieve the desired outcomes. MSP® is perceived to be a holistic process; you might use MSP® to plan and coordinate a series of related projects or initiatives that aim to achieve a strategic goal.
MSP® Foundation is targeted at anyone who manages programmes, or anyone looking to be a part of a Programme Team. It’s key for other staff involved in the design, development, and delivery of programmes, too.
The MSP® Foundation certification is assessed and awarded by means of an examination. This exam comprises of 60 multiple choice questions (meaning you will have to select your answers from the options you are provided with). Your exam will be 60 minutes long, and you will be required to score 60% (36 out of 60) or higher in order to pass. This is a closed-book exam.
This certification serves as an introduction to the MSP® framework and will essentially validate your knowledge and understanding of the MSP® so that you are able to work with, or as part of, a programme management team in a large-scale project environment. It will enhance your coordination, adaptability, communication, and management skills.
As of 2023, PeopleCert Best Global Practice certifications need to be renewed after 3 years of having obtained your qualification. This is to ensure your certification remains in line with current best practices within your industry.
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