P3O ® Foundation
(course code P3OF3)

Overview

A Project, Programme and Portfolio Office (P3O) model provides a decision enabling/delivery support structure for all change within an organisation. A P3O Model could consist of a single permanent office or be implemented as a linked set of permanent or temporary offices.

This is an examination based course which leads to P3O certification at Foundation Level. The course equips delegates with a detailed knowledge of the P3O framework including guidance on models, roles, tools and techniques, establishment of a new P3O model or rejuvenation of existing P3Os.

Course Objectives

The Foundation Course will:

Articulate an overview of different ways a P3O model can add value;
Recall and understand key reasons and benefits required to get senior management approval for a particular P3O model;
Identify the different P3O models and the need to adapt to the organisation's needs, taking account of the organisation's size and Portfolio Programme and Project Management Maturity;
Identify the key elements of a plan to either implement or re-energise a P3O;
Recall the different purposes of a range of tools and techniques required in the P3O;
Confidently attempt the Foundation Exam.

Who Should Attend

This event is suitable for any individual with an interest in managing or working in a component of a P3O model;

Support staff who are looking for a formal qualification.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for the course, however some exposure to portfolio, programme or project offices would be useful.

Course Content

The Foundation Course covers:

P3O Overview & Principles;
P3O Models and Tailoring;
Implementation of a P3O model;
Tools and Techniques;
Roles & Responsibilities.

Certification Exam

The Foundation Exam is designed to test basic knowledge of P3O concepts. It is a 40 minute closed book exam with 50 questions in classical multiple choice format. The participant must score 60% or more of the available marks to pass the exam.

The exam is conducted by Peoplecert, and are subject to their terms and conditions.

Delivery Options and Fees

Why we are the best value

Our P3O courses cover the breadth and depth of the structure and function of support offices at all levels. They are presented in a clear, predictable manner with key concepts reinforced and broken down into manageable sections, making them enjoyable courses.

We recognise that studying and sitting exams can be a stressful time on top of the day-to-day commitments of our lives. Therefore the structure and flow of the course provides predictability and confidence that the learner will be able to plan and manage their own learning experience and to grasp key concepts quickly. This results in being confident in your ability to pass the certification exams and to be able to apply what has been learnt to work practice.

And we are able to offer one-on-one tutor support to those taking our Self Study and eLearning courses, so you won't feel isolated, and can clear up any aspects of the course content or its pplication in your organisation that may be causing concern.

Our courses were developed by Geoff Rankins, our Lead Trainer and Instructional Designer. He has worked in project management for more than 40 years, and has been a Practitioner of P3O since 2011 when it was first released. His systematic approach to courseware and eLearning development is recognised by many Accredited Training Organisations and fellow trainers globally. Our Self Study and eLearning courses are based on our classroom courses; the eLearning format allows us to add content to most sessions that increases the value and clarity of what is being covered.

P3O ® Foundation(course code P3OF3)