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Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®) Practitioner 5th Edition certification confirms you understand the MSP® guidance well enough to apply it to your own work and can act as an informed member of a programme management team.
When certified, you should also be capable of applying the MSP® guidance in a relatively uncomplicated programme within an environment that uses MSP®.
The MSP® guide comprises a set of principles and a set of processes for use when managing a programme, combining rigour and flexibility.
Training ByteSize is proud to be an accredited PeopleCert training provider for the MSP® Practitioner qualification.
This means that all our course materials have been evaluated to ensure they meet PeopleCert standards, and we are authorised to administer the MSP® Practitioner exam as outlined in our accreditation.
In the first module, you will be introduced to the documents required throughout the course, the format of the course and the format and question styles of the MSP® Practitioner exam.
The second session reviews the seven principles that underpin MSP®, including the programme strategy, the programme plans and the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle.
The seven MSP® principles covered are:
The MSP® principles are universal, meaning they apply to every programme. They are also self-validating – demonstrated by practical use – and empowering, meaning they enable practitioners to reinforce the most critical factors for programme success
This module will review the MSP® themes and look in more detail at the organisation theme. You will look at the key documents and how they support the organisation theme, the focus of the key roles, the organisation structure and the individual roles.
In this module, you will look at the design theme. During the session you will build on the Foundation knowledge and look in more detail at:
In this module, you will review the justification theme. Here, you will look at how the key documents support the justification theme and go on to review the focus of the roles, investment appraisals, financial contingency, and business case validation.
Module six covers the structure theme. You will first review the key documents that support the structure theme and then move on to look at:
In this module you will cover the knowledge theme, including the knowledge and learning approach, and the information approach in the programme strategy.
You will then move on to review: the focus of the roles, key concepts, and information management.
Module eight looks at the assurance theme. You will be familiarised with the key supporting documents for this theme, such as:
This module will review the knowledge theme. Firstly, you will look at the key documents that support this theme, which are:
For the next step you will then go on to look at the focus of the roles, decision points, issue resolution, risk management and responses, and data gathering and reporting.
In the final session you will review the seven processes defined in MSP®, which are:
The module ends with a process Sudoku, exercises and a summary.
In choosing to study the MSP® Practitioner course online with Training ByteSize, you will have six months of online access to the course, including:
You will have six months of access to our online course, which features engaging videos, interactive animations, exercises, downloadable resources and sample papers.
The course is formatted to let you advance at your own speed; revisiting topics as needed for a deeper understanding. After mastering the training materials, you can use the sample papers to test your knowledge and practice for the official exam.
Training in the MSP® Practitioner course can benefit a wide range of professionals involved in programme and project management. Here are some specific groups who would particularly benefit from this training:
Professionals responsible for managing multiple related projects within a programme to achieve strategic business objectives.
Project managers looking to advance their careers by gaining expertise in programme management and understanding how projects align with broader strategic goals.
Senior leaders involved in setting strategic direction and overseeing large-scale change initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
Managers responsible for overseeing a portfolio of projects and programmes, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and strategically.
Professionals focused on managing organisational change and transformation initiatives, ensuring that changes are implemented smoothly and deliver intended benefits.
Analysts who need to understand how their work on individual projects fits into larger programmes and contributes to organisational strategy.
Key stakeholders, including sponsors, governance bodies, and team members, who need to understand programme management principles and practices to support successful programme outcomes.
Consultants specialising in programme and project management, providing expert advice and support to organisations implementing MSP® frameworks.
Individuals seeking to transition into programme management roles and looking to build a solid foundation of knowledge and skills in managing successful programmes.
Managers in IT and infrastructure sectors overseeing complex projects and programmes that require alignment with business strategy and efficient resource management.
Government and public sector employees involved in large-scale public programmes and initiatives, ensuring effective delivery of services and benefits to the public.
To take the MSP® Practitioner exam, candidates must have successfully passed the MSP® Foundation exam. The Foundation level provides the necessary understanding of the MSP® framework, principles, governance themes, and transformational flows.
This ensures that candidates have a solid grounding in the basic concepts and terminology of the MSP® framework before advancing to the more complex and practical application skills tested at the Practitioner level.
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The Managing Successful Programmes® Practitioner exam assesses a candidate’s ability to apply the MSP® framework in real-world scenarios. Specifically, the exam evaluates:
The exam typically involves scenario-based questions that require candidates to demonstrate their practical understanding and ability to apply the framework to complex programme management challenges.
After passing the MSP® Practitioner exam, there are several advanced courses and certifications that you can pursue to further enhance your programme management skills and career prospects. Here are some options:
P3O® (Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices) Certification
Foundation and Practitioner: This course provides guidance on establishing, developing, and maintaining a support structure for managing portfolios, programmes, and projects within an organisation.
PRINCE2® (Projects IN Controlled Environments) Certification
Practitioner: If you haven’t already, obtaining the PRINCE2 Practitioner certification can enhance your project management skills, complementing your programme management expertise.
Change Management Certification
Change Management Practitioner: This certification is ideal for those looking to enhance their skills in managing organisational change, which is a critical aspect of successful programme management.
ITIL® Governance and Management
ITIL® Certification: ITIL® certifications focus on IT service management, which can be beneficial if you manage IT programmes.
Choosing the right next step depends on your career goals, the industry you work in, and your interests. Each of these certifications and courses can build on the skills and knowledge you’ve gained through the MSP® Practitioner course and help you advance in your career.
Taking the MSP® Practitioner course offers several significant benefits to students:
The Practitioner course delves deeper into the MSP® framework, building on the foundation level to provide a thorough understanding of how to apply MSP® principles, governance themes, and transformational flows in real-world scenarios.
Students learn to analyse complex programme scenarios, identify potential issues, and apply MSP® principles to resolve them effectively
The course emphasises practical application, enabling students to use MSP® techniques and tools in their workplace. This hands-on experience is invaluable for managing actual programmes.
The Practitioner course often involves working through realistic scenarios, which helps students develop the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations.
Having an MSP® Practitioner certification enhances a learner’s resume, making them more attractive to employers looking for skilled programme managers.
For those already in project or programme management roles, this certification can lead to career advancement opportunities, such as promotions or higher-level responsibilities.
The certification is widely recognised in the industry, establishing the student as a knowledgeable and skilled programme management professional.
Achieving this certification demonstrates a commitment to professional development and a high level of expertise in programme management.
The course teaches students how to identify and manage risks more effectively, reducing the likelihood of programme failures.
Taking the course provides opportunities to connect with other professionals in the field, facilitating the exchange of ideas and best practices.
Becoming part of the MSP® certified community allows access to forums, events, and resources that can support ongoing professional development.
Organisations benefit significantly from having Managing Successful Programmes® Practitioner certified employees. Here are the key advantages:
The MSP® framework provides a standardised approach to programme management, leading to more consistent and predictable outcomes across the organisation.
With certified employees applying MSP® principles, organisations can expect higher success rates for their programmes, reducing the likelihood of failure and increasing the return on investment.
Certified practitioners are trained to identify, assess, and manage risks more effectively, which helps in mitigating potential issues before they escalate.
MSP® Practitioners ensure programmes are aligned with the strategic objectives of the organisation, leading to more coherent and focused efforts across various initiatives.
Certified employees can help ensure that the intended benefits of programmes are realised, contributing to the overall growth and success of the organisation.
MSP® Practitioners are skilled in managing resources efficiently, ensuring that time, budget, and human resources are used effectively to achieve programme goals.
By applying efficient programme management practices, organisations can reduce waste and avoid unnecessary costs, leading to significant financial savings.
MSP® provides a robust framework for governance, ensuring that programmes are managed within the established structures and comply with organisational policies.
Certified employees bring a high level of accountability and transparency to programme management, fostering trust and confidence among stakeholders.
Investing in certification demonstrates the organisation’s commitment to employee development, leading to higher job satisfaction and retention rates.
The framework encourages a culture of collaboration and communication, improving teamwork and coordination across different departments and programmes.
Having certified professionals on board can enhance client confidence and trust, potentially leading to more business opportunities and partnerships.
Certified employees are equipped to drive continuous improvement and innovation within programmes, contributing to the organisation’s ongoing development and success.
These learning outcomes prepare professionals to manage complex programmes effectively, align them with strategic goals, and deliver tangible benefits to their organisations.
The key learning outcomes of the MSP® Practitioner course include:
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As a family run business, project and programme management training is in our blood, and so is innovation. Our founders have been part of the industry since the 1990’s, specifically founding Key Skills and developing the world’s first accredited e-learning course for PRINCE2.
Today we are proud to continue with world firsts; with second generation Victoria at the helm, she had led Training ByteSize to ensure were the first company to develop and deliver e-learning options for accredited courses including Business Analysis Foundation, ITIL4, and AgilePM. When we say we’re experts in project management training, we really do mean it.
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Read MoreThe MSP® Practitioner certification is the next level after the MSP® Foundation certification. It is designed for professionals who want to demonstrate their ability to apply the framework to real-world program management scenarios.
It builds on the knowledge acquired at the Foundation level, focusing on the application of principles, governance themes, and transformational flow processes in practical situations.
All PeopleCert Business and IT certifications must be renewed within three years of their original certification date.
There are two ways in which you can renew your certification:
Upgrade to PeopleCert’s Plus Plan membership to gain access to the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) program, which allows you to maintain your certifications by logging CPD points for daily professional activities.
Keep your certifications current by attending another course and passing an exam within the same Product Suite before your certification’s renewal date.
The MSP® Practitioner qualification is considered an intermediate-level certification within the framework. It is aimed at professionals who want to demonstrate their ability to apply the MSP® principles, governance themes, and transformational flow processes to real-world program management scenarios.
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Contact us for more informationThe MSP® Practitioner course builds on the foundational knowledge acquired in the MSP® Foundation course, providing in-depth training on applying the MSP® framework to real-world scenarios in your workplace.
Equipping participants with advanced skills in governance, risk management, benefits realisation, and stakeholder engagement, MSP® Practitioner ensures you can manage complex programmes effectively and align them with organisational strategic objectives.
Achieving the certification not only enhances your professional credentials but also significantly contributes to the success and efficiency of the programmes that are being managed, ultimately driving organisational growth and transformation.
The online course should take between 10 and 15 hours complete, which includes notetaking, exercises and exam practice. It is assessed through an objective testing examination that includes 70 questions, which you will need to complete within 2 hours 30 minutes.
In choosing to study the MSP® Practitioner course online with Training ByteSize, you will have six months of online access to the course, including:
You will have six months of access to our online course, which features engaging videos, interactive animations, exercises, downloadable resources and sample papers.
The course is formatted to let you advance at your own speed; revisiting topics as needed for a deeper understanding. After mastering the training materials, you can use the sample papers to test your knowledge and practice for the official exam.
Studying for your qualification online is a viable option for so many project managers:
If you’re unable to attend the course in person in Nantwich, you have the option to attend the same course virtually from the comfort of your own home or office.
A dedicated high-performance, ceiling-mounted camera tracks the trainer and streams the course throughout the day. The Training ByteSize trainer will use a radio microphone to ensure everyone – in-person or virtual – can hear their insights.
With a Zoom account, an internet connection, webcam, and microphone, you’ll be able to ask questions and communicate with the trainer and attendees throughout the day.
When you have booked your place on the MSP® course, you will receive a confirmation email and then a booking form for you to sign. You will have the opportunity to inform us of any dietary requirements or any additional needs or reasonable adjustments for any exams.
A thorough, clear and professional course support pack with stationary including pre-course materials and further instructions for the course, will be sent three to four weeks before the course commences.
Each day, the course will start at 9:00 in the morning. Our friendly, expert trainer will guide you through the course syllabus ensuring that you understand all the information, with questions and activities throughout the course to reinforce the learning.
Exams can be taken on the last day of the course, or they can be deferred and taken online later. However, we encourage you to take the exam as soon as possible whilst the information is still fresh from your course.
Lunch is ordered from a local company who provide a selection of sandwiches, fruit, scones and cakes. Crisps, breakfast bars, chocolate bars, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and water are available throughout the day.
We offer MSP® Practitioner courses at our Nantwich head office, in the heart of rural Cheshire.
Your training will be delivered at our state-of-the-art offices, where there is free parking and Wi-Fi to help make your learning journey as smooth as possible.
When you have booked your place on the MSP® course, you will receive a confirmation email and then a booking form for you to sign. You will have the opportunity to inform us of any dietary requirements or any additional needs or reasonable adjustments for any exams.
A thorough, clear and professional course support pack with stationary including pre-course materials and further instructions for the course, will be sent three to four weeks before the course commences.
Each day, the course will start at 9:00 in the morning. Our friendly, expert trainer will guide you through the course syllabus ensuring that you understand all the information, with questions and activities throughout the course to reinforce the learning.
Exams can be taken on the last day of the course, or they can be deferred and taken online later. However, we encourage you to take the exam as soon as possible whilst the information is still fresh from your course.
Lunch is ordered from a local company who provide a selection of sandwiches, fruit, scones and cakes. Crisps, breakfast bars, chocolate bars, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and water are available throughout the day.
There is free parking at the Training ByteSize offices where the training centre is located. If you are staying at The Cheshire Cat Hotel, there is also free parking for guests.
If you’re driving, here are the addresses you might need:
If you are travelling by train, you can arrive at either Crewe or Nantwich train station.
Crewe train station: It’s around seven miles from Crewe train station to Nantwich, so we usually recommend getting a taxi to the training centre, which should take around 15 minutes.
Nantwich train station: There are trains from Crewe to Nantwich every hour and Nantwich train station is located just five minutes away from the town centre on foot. It’s a 25-minute walk to the Training ByteSize training centre, or just five minutes in a taxi.
To take some of the travel stress away, we offer residential MSP® Practitioner courses where you will stay at a local hotel – The Cheshire Cat – for the duration of the course. With our residential courses, accommodation is provided in the cost of the course.
There is a bar and restaurant at the hotel, but if you fancy something different, there are a variety of pubs and restaurants in the town centre which are nearby.
Sometimes taking two days out of the office just doesn’t work, especially if you have a large group of people going through training. So we’ve come up with a tried and tested solution which combines the very best distance learning with onsite training, ensuring your company experiences the least impact on general day to day business. Additionally the bespoke blended option offers you a more cost effective way to train you team, so it’s a win-win.
If you would like to find out more about this option please call our team on 01270 626330 or complete the short form that will appear when you select Get in Touch and we’ll come right back to you.
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