MSP

This intensive workshop is designed to give delegates a full understanding of the processes, components and techniques of the OGC methodology, Managing Successful Programmes (MSP). During the five day course, delegates will undertake the OGC MSP Foundation and MSP Practitioner examinations.

Pre-requisites

Pre-requisites for this course are previous experience of a programme management environment and to have completed the pre-course workbook and reading.

Who will benefit

The event is suitable for Programme Managers, Programme office staff, Business Change Managers, Business Consultants, operations staff involved in change management.

Inexperienced programme managers or other managers requiring an understanding of the MSP approach should consider the 3-day MSP Foundation event.

Objectives

Attendance on this workshop will enable delegates to:

• Develop their understanding of the components, processes, products and techniques of MSP
• Have confidence and competence to practice the method in the live environment
• Develop their knowledge of the material and undertake the MSP Foundation and Practitioner examinations.

At the end of the workshop, the delegate will be able to:

• Comprehend the practical application issues of using and tailoring MSP
• Navigate the MSP material to maximise its usage as a working tool in the live environment.

Format

This is an intensive workshop providing realistic and practical skills consolidation. The format of the event is highly interactive and designed to present the information in memorable, manageable segments. Through the use of exercises and facilitated group discussion, delegates will be given the opportunity to test their understanding of the theory and the practical challenges they are likely to face as they put the theory into
practice.

Like the OGC PRINCE2 Project Management standard, MSP is designed to be implemented in a tailored fashion. Any organisation or individual seeing the need for a controlled approach to managing its programmes will benefit from an understanding of the MSP methodology. Delegates will be provided with comprehensive supporting material, providing an invaluable reference source when returning to their working environment.

Pre-course Work

All delegates should complete the pre-course questions and have read the MSP manual and case study. This will involve a minimum of 15 hours pre-course study.

Content

The MSP course covers the following OGC topics and is accompanied by handouts and comprehensive course notes:

Transformational Flow

• Identifying a Programme
• Defining a Programme
• Managing the Tranche
• Realising the Benefits
• Delivering Capability
• Closing a Programme

Governance Themes

• Benefits Management
• Organisation & Governance
• Vision & Blueprint
• Risk & Issue Management
• Planning & Control
• Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership
• Business Case
• Quality Management