Course Outline
Introduction to MSP and Programme Thinking
- Distinguishing between programmes and projects, and the value of programme management.
- MSP principles and the concept of transformational flow.
- Overview of the programme lifecycle: identification, definition, and benefits management.
Programme Governance and Organisation
- Programme structure, roles, and responsibilities (SRO, Programme Manager, Board).
- Establishing a Programme Management Office (PgMO).
- Decision-making processes, reporting lines, and escalation paths.
Vision, Blueprint and Benefits Management
- Defining vision and strategic outcomes.
- Designing the blueprint and target operating model.
- Benefits identification, mapping, measurement, and tracking.
Programme Planning and Delivery Approach
- Developing a programme plan and delivery roadmap.
- Integrating workstreams and projects, managing dependencies, and sequencing.
- Scheduling, resource planning, and capacity considerations.
Stakeholder Engagement and Communications
- Conducting stakeholder analysis and developing engagement strategies.
- Creating communication plans and initiating change readiness activities.
- Managing resistance and securing sponsor commitment.
Risk, Issue, and Assurance Management
- Identifying and escalating programme-level risks and issues.
- Defining assurance roles, managing internal/external assurance, and ensuring audit readiness.
- Developing contingency plans and providing decision support.
Financials, Benefits Realisation and Value Management
- Developing the business case and establishing financial governance.
- Tracking benefits, measuring outcomes, and assessing ROI.
- Controlling costs, forecasting, and implementing rebaseline practices.
Quality, Configuration and Change Control
- Implementing quality management approaches for programmes.
- Managing configuration and change control across projects.
- Utilizing standards, templates, and knowledge management for repeatability.
Transition to Business-as-Usual and Programme Closure
- Planning for handover, sustainment, and operational acceptance.
- Conducting closure activities: benefits reviews, capturing lessons learned, and finalizing documentation.
- Embedding outcomes into existing business-as-usual processes.
Practical Workshop and Case Study
- Scenario exercise: designing a programme governance model and benefits map.
- Group presentations and receiving feedback from peers and instructors.
- Creating an action plan to apply MSP practices within participants’ organisations.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A foundational understanding of project management principles.
- Professional experience in project or programme environments.
- Familiarity with organisational change management concepts.
Target Audience
- Current and aspiring Programme Managers.
- Sponsors, Senior Responsible Owners (SROs), and Portfolio Managers.
- Programme Office personnel, Change Managers, and Delivery Leads.
Testimonials (3)
The tool, the trainer’s expertise, and the option to conduct the session remotely
Marina Dos Santos - Olisipo
Course - JIRA for Beginners
The framework of BA
Puguh - PT PLN INDONESIA POWER
Course - PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PBA) Certification Preparation
Good atmosphere, good group vibe and trainers passion.
