In a world where organizations are constantly changing, it is essential to master program management. MSP® is an effective and proven methodology for transformational program management. The MSP® framework helps organizations deliver complex programs that transform them.
If you are in charge of a programme whether in implementation of new technologies, regulatory or organizational transformation, the MSP® certification is for you. This methodology based on experiences in both the public and private sector has quickly become THE reference in program management.
MSP has two levels, 1- Foundation (Learning the method itself), 2- Practitioner (Application to scenarios)
Schedule
Title
Language
Date
Location
Price
Duration
INSCRIPTion
MSP® 5th edition Foundation (in English) March 17-18-19
EN
2025-03-17
Virtual
2370$
3 days
MSP® 5th edition Foundation and Practitioner (In English) March 17-18-19, 24-25
EN
2025-03-17
Virtual
3995$
5 days
MSP® 5th edition Foundation & Practitioner online (in English)
Virtual classroom training allows you to benefit from real-time instruction from the comfort of your home or office. You benefit from the same interactions as an on-site class and will be able to ask questions of the instructor. Since the exams are not done on paper during the course but online, you will also benefit from time to study and prepare until you are ready to obtain the certification.
What are the course prerequisites?
There are no prerequisites. Knowledge of project management is beneficial. You must complete approximately 10 hours of study prior to class. We will provide you with all the reading material you need so that you are well prepared before coming to virtual class.
What are the exam(s)?
MSP Foundation
The exam is designed to test your knowledge and understanding of MSP.
• Length: 60
minutes
• Pass Mark : 35 (on 70 questions) - 50 %
• Closed book.
MSP Practitioner
Prerequisite: - Passing the Foundation Exam
The Practitioner exam assesses whether the candidate is able to apply the concepts learned during the training
• Length : 2
hours and a half
• Pass Mark : 40 (on 80 questions) - 50 %
• Open book.
As of January 2023, MSP Foundation and Practitioner certicates expire after 3 years and exams must be retaken to keep certificates active. It is also possible to accumulate 20 continuous development points in the AXELOS membership in order to maintain an active MSP certification status.
Key learning points:
Understanding MSP®
• Basics
– Principles, Themes & Transformational Flow
• What type of program are you in?
• What are the benefits of applying program management
with MSP®?
Using the MSP® Principles
• How to
link program investments to corporate strategy
• The Vision: describing and communicating a better future
• Using MSP® to
deliver measurable improvements
• Ensuring your program adds value
• Maintaining continuous improvement and applying lessons learned
Program Organization and Governance
• Setting
up Program governance using a Sponsoring Group and Program Board
• What should the Senior Responsible Owner be doing?
• Focus on benefits – with the Business Change Manager
Delivering Transformational Change
• How to
identify and define your program
• Delivering new capability and realizing benefits
• Co-ordinating projects & strategy with Tranches
Program level risk and issue management
• What to
put in your program risk management strategy
• Managing risks in your program using tolerance, assumptions and early warning
indicators
Managing Program Benefits
•
Understanding outputs, outcomes and benefits
• How to prioritize benefits to create maximum value
• Balancing delivery costs with program benefits
MSP® Examination preparation
•
Practice Foundation exam papers
• Practice Practitioner exam papers
• Practitioner exam tips and techniques
·Virtual training (Zoom) by an MSP accredited expert
·The official manual “Managing Successful
programmes with MSP® » (paper version)
·The MSP exam(s)
online 24/7 (webcam required)
·Accredited course material including sample exam questions
·Certificate(s) and PDUs for PMPs
A personal computer is recommended to avoid any technical problems. If you are using a computer from your employer, make sure you have access rights or computer support at the time of the exam. For the online proctored exam, an interface must be installed. Administrative rights are therefore essential.
Exams can be taken on a recent MAC or PC with Windows. A working webcam and microphone (internal or external) are required.
The online exam is not available on a tablet (Ipad) or cell phone at this time.
This course is also available in English with English material under the 5th edition, see our main site www.prince2.ca
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