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Course Summary

The Foundation certification confirms that you have sufficient understanding of the P3O guidance to work effectively with, or act as a member of, an office within a P3O model.

Module 1: Introduction to P3O

• What is the purpose of P3O?
• Definitions
• Strategic Objectives
• What are P3O’s
• P3O Definitions within the Models
• Portfolio, programme, and project lifecycles
• Governance and the P3O
• P3O and Other Best Management
• P3O Terminology

Module 2: Why Have a P3O?

• Integral Part
• P30 can Increase Success
• Focus of a P3O
• Add Value
• Governance Focus
• Principles for Extracting Value
• Govern Effectively
• Holding People to Account
• Prioritising Investment
• Safeguarding Value
• Investing in People and Processes
• Tracking Progress
• Getting Investment for the P3O
• Identifying the Stakeholders
• Identifying the Problem
• Analysis of Issues and Reviews
• Value Matrix
• Stakeholders Requirements
• P3M3
• Demonstrating the Value
• Business Case Content
• Capability and Outcome
• Benefits Vs Constraints
• Key Performance Indicators
• Cost Model
• Some Variations of Costing
• Overcoming Common Barriers
• Timescales

Module 3: Designing a P3O Model

• Factors that Affect the Design
• Functional Areas of a P3O
• Design Considerations
• Centralised Versus Decentralised
• Additional Success Factors Hub Portfolio Offices
• Permanent Versus Temporary
• Underlying Success Factors – Temporary Offices
• Co-located Versus Distributed
• Functions and Services
• Functional Areas
• Wider Organisation
• Integration
• Assurance and Governance
• Information Assurance (IA)
• Non-PPM Functions and Services
• Roles and Responsibilities
• Skills/Competences of P3O Staff
• P3O Management, Generic, and Functional Roles
• Sizing and Tailoring
• How to Size a P3O Model?
• P3O Sponsor
• Head of P3O (Permanent Office)
• Head of Programme/Project Office (Temporary)
• Portfolio Analyst
• Programme or Project Specialist
• Programme or Project Officer
• Benefits and Value Role
• Commercial Role
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Role
• Information Management Role
• Consultancy and Performance Management Role
• Finance and Issue Role
• Change Control and Planning Role
• Quality Assurance and Risk Role
• Reporting and Secretariat/ Administrator Role
• Tools Expert

There are currently no Pre-requisites for this course

Exam Details: Type: Multiple Choice Examination Number of Questions: 75 questions (70 live questions and 5 trial questions) Duration: 60 minutes Passing Score: 35 out of 70 marks (50%) Open Book: Closed book

Following your booking, a confirmation message will be sent to all participants, ensuring you're well-informed of your successful enrollment. Calendar placeholders will also be dispatched to assist you in scheduling your commitments around the course. Rest assured, all course materials and access to necessary labs or platforms will be provided no later than one week before the course begins, allowing you ample time to prepare and engage fully with the learning experience ahead.

Our comprehensive training package includes all the necessary materials and resources to facilitate a full learning experience. Enrollees will be provided with detailed course content, encompassing a wide array of topics to ensure a thorough understanding of the subject matter. Additionally, participants will receive a certificate of completion to recognize their dedication and hard work. It's important to note that while the course fee covers all training materials and experiences, the examination fee for certification is not included but can be purchased separately.
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