MSP® Foundation and Practitioner Certification Training

The MSP® training course is designed to ensure that you pass your MSP Foundation Level and Practitioner Level exams on the first attempt. With this training, you will be able to demonstrate better program management skills, improved adaptability, and flexibility when working in a volatile, ever-changing program environment.

The certification exam is not included in the cost of the course. For more information on the certification please click here.

I.             MSP Course Introduction

II.            Introduction to MSP

A.       Using MSP

III.           Programme Management Principles

IV.          Governance Themes Overview

A.     Governance Themes and Transformation Flows

V.            Transformational Flow Overview

VI.          Programme Organisation

A.     The Programme Board

B.      Programme Organisation within the Transformational Flow

VII.         Vision

A.       Vision and Transformational Flow

VIII.        MSP Overview of Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement

A.     Stakeholder Engagement Process

B.     Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement within the Transformational Flow

IX.           Benefits Management and Categorisation

A.     Benefits Management Cycle

B.     Benefits Management and Transformational Flow

X.            An Overview of Blueprint Design and Delivery

A.     Designing the Blueprint Delivery

B.     Blueprint Design and Delivery within the Transformational Flow

XI.           Overview of Planning and Control

A.     Planning and Control Activities

B.     Planning and Control within the Transformational Flow

C.      Information Documents Used in Planning and Control

XII.         Introduction to Business Case

A.        Business Case Review and Roles

XIII.        Overview of Risk and Issue Management

A.      Introduction to Risk Management

B.      Introduction to Issue Management

C.      Risk and Issue Management within the Transformational Flow

XIV.        Quality and Assurance Management

A.      Scope of Programme Quality

B.      Overview of Assurance Management

C.      Quality and Assurance Management within the Transformational Flow

XV.         Identifying a Programme

A.         Identifying a Programme-Roles and Documents Used

XVI.        Defining a Programme-Steps 1 to 4

A.      Defining a Programme-Steps 5 to 12

B.      Defining a Programme-Steps 13 to 17

XVII.      Managing the Tranches-Steps 1 to 7

A.         Managing the Tranches-Steps 8 to 13

XVIII.     Overview of Delivering the Capability

A.         Roles Involved in Delivering the Capability

XIX.        Realising the Benefits Step1

A.     Realising the Benefits Step 2

B.     Realising the Benefits Step 3

XX.         Closing a Programme

A.         Steps in Closing a Programme

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows XP or later.
• Mac: OS X Snow Leopard 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Flash Player. Click here to download the Flash Player.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader. Click here to download the Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Prerequisites:

You must be generally familiar with business English proficiency. To apply for the MSP Foundation Level Exam, there are no prerequisites. To apply for the MSP Practitioner Level Exam, candidates must pass the Foundation-level exam to be eligible for the Practitioner examination.

1.      Can I register for programs if I am an international student?

Yes, because ed2go programs are online you never have to actually travel to the school.  Most schools offer telephone or online registration.

2.      How long does it take to complete a program?

All of our programs are self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace.  When you register, you’ll receive six (6) months to complete the program. 

3.      What if I don't have enough time to complete my program within the time frame provided?

The time allotted to complete your program has been calculated based on the number of hours for each program, so don't worry too much about not completing in time. If, after a concerted effort, you are still unable to complete, your Student Advisor will help you work out a suitable completion date. Please note that a fee may be charged for an extension.

4.      Do I have to buy additional materials?

No

5.      Can I get financial assistance?

ed2go courses are non-credit courses, so they do not qualify for federal aid.  In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses.  Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements.

6.      What happens when I complete the program?

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate of completion. 

7.      Am I guaranteed a job?

ed2go programs will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases.  We don’t provide direct job placement services, but our facilitators and career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to give advice on finding your first job.  Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional reference upon completion of the program.  Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

8.      Who will be my instructor?

Each student is paired with a facilitator for one-on-one interaction.  The facilitator will be available (via e-mail) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance.  All of our facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach.

9.      What software or hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the system requirements?

In order to take our online programs, you must have access to a computer and the Internet.  You can access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer.  You don’t have to use the same computer to log-in to the program every time.  We recommend that you have a word-processing program (Microsoft Word is the best) and the latest version of Internet Explorer.

10.    Can I use a Mac?

Yes

11.    How can I get more information about this program?

If you have questions that are not answered on our website, please feel free to contact us via LIVE chat (click the button above).  If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please feel free to send us a question using the “Contact Us” form to the right.  You may also call us at 1-877-221-5151.  We will answer your questions promptly. 

12.    When can I start the program?

Our programs are all open enrollment.  You can register and start the program as soon as you are ready.

Please note:  Once the program curriculum is accessed online or through submission of a material shipment confirmation, refunds cannot be issued.

13.    Does this program prepare for a certification?

Yes. This program prepares for the MSP® Foundation Level and Practitioner Level.  Click here for more information on the MSP® certifications. The exam fee is not included with this program.

14.    What are the requirements for the MSP certification exams?

To apply for the MSP® Foundation Level Exam, there are no prerequisites. To apply for the MSP® Practitioner Level Exam, candidates must pass the Foundation-level exam to be eligible for the Practitioner examination. Click here for more information on the MSP® certifications.