E-Learning: MSP® 5th Edition Foundation & Practitioner E-Learning with Exam (E-MSP-GEL)

Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) is a globally renowned program management methodology. Created by AXELOS, it supports high-priority business objectives by breaking larger programs down into more manageable projects. At the same time, it prioritizes organization, vision, stakeholder engagement, benefits realization, and a tight focus on the ‘business case’ to ensure programs generate as much value as possible.

Not only can MSP program management drive strategic program management and transformation, but studying it can also help professional project and program managers unlock incredible career and networking opportunities.

This course suite offers everything you need to pass the MSP Foundation and MSP Practitioner exams to become a fully qualified program manager!

Who is this course aimed at?

- Career project and program managers who want to verify their expertise with a globally valued certification

- Prospective program managers looking to improve their skills, knowledge, and hireability with a demonstrably effective framework

- Organizations wishing to adopt MSP best practices

- Students hoping to pass the two MSP exams as quickly, cheaply, and efficiently as possible

MSP 5th Edition Foundation exam:

- The exam has 60 questions, each of which is multiple-choice

- Students have an hour (60 minutes) to complete the exam

- The exam is closed-book (only provided materials may be used)

- Students must score at least 36/60 (60%) to pass

- If a student requires extra time, they are advised to contact PeopleCert

MSP 5th Edition Practitioner exam:

- The exam has 70 questions, each of which is multiple-choice

- Students have two and a half hours (150 minutes) to complete the exam

- The exam is open-book

- Students must score at least 42/70 (60%) to pass

- If a student requires extra time, they are advised to contact PeopleCert

• The concepts, responsibilities, and key facts about the Principles, Processes, and Themes of MSP 5th Edition
• How to create and tailor the MSP framework for real-world organizations
• How to apply MSP practices and principles at a strategic level
• How to make a valued contribution to program management teams, whether in the context of support, organization, advising, or management
• Everything needed to pass the official MSP exams on the first attempt

1) An Introduction to MSP 5th Edition Foundation

1.0) Module 0

• This module introduces the MSP 5th Edition Foundation course, providing students with a course guide and outlining the course structure.

1.1) Module 1: Key concepts in program management

• This module outlines the structure and modules of the Foundation segment of this MSP course, letting students know what to expect as they prepare for the exam.

1.2) Module 2: The 3 lenses of MSP

• The Principles, Themes, and Processes of the framework are introduced in this module. Over the rest of the course suite, students will come to understand how each of these is applied in real-world programs.

1.3) Module 3:The organization theme

• This module deals with the ‘Organization’ Theme. This focuses on decision-making, sponsorship, scrutiny, and leadership.

1.4) Module 4: The design theme

• This module looks at the ‘Design’ Theme. This focuses on shaping programs in a way that clarifies risks, benefits, and the desired ‘end state’.

1.5) Module 5: The justification theme

• This module examines the ‘Justification’ Theme. A program cannot proceed unless the projected benefits justify the investment of time and resources. To aid with this, the Theme also deals with elements such as cash-flow management and budgeting.

1.6) Module 6:The structure theme

• This module examines the ‘Structure’ Theme. This deals with elements of planning, such as people, equipment, and facility management, as well as setting the pace of program deliverables.

1.7) Module 7: The knowledge theme

• This module examines the ‘Knowledge’ Theme. This covers the acquisition, curation, verification, and utilization of knowledge. It also looks at how to take lessons from each program in a way that fosters a culture of continual improvement.

1.8) Module 8: The assurance theme

• This module examines the Theme of ‘Assurance’. This deals with the clarification of roles and responsibilities, as well as the ‘three lines of defense’. Students will also learn about the ways program governance relies on Assurance and how they can plan Assurance activities.

1.9) Module 9: The decisions theme

• This module looks at the Theme of ‘Decisions’. This is crucial, given how often managers need to make decisions throughout a program, such as in response to risks or other issues. It also outlines the importance of having best practices in place when making decisions.

1.10) Module 10: The MSP processes

• This module examines the MSP Processes, which help guide practitioners throughout programs to help them achieve desired outcomes.

1.11) Module 11: Course wrap up

• This module wraps up the Foundation course, revisiting previously covered materials to help students prepare for the Foundation exam.

1.12) Module 12: Practice exams

• This module offers two approved MSP Foundation practice exams to help students prepare for the real thing. The exam simulator also helps students get used to the conditions of the official exam.

2) An Introduction to MSP 5th Edition Practitioner

2.0) Module 0

• This module provides the structure for the Practitioner section of the course suite.

2.1) Module 1: The MSP Practitioner course

• This module takes students through the details of the MSP Practitioner exam. Students are also introduced to a ‘program scenario’ that will be used throughout the course to demonstrate how the framework is applied in practice.

2.2) Module 2: Principles, strategy and plans

• This module looks at Principles, Program Strategy, and Program Plans. Students examine these elements in the context of the program scenario.

2.3) Module 3: The organization theme

• This module takes another look at the ‘Organization’ Theme before applying its core concepts to the program scenario.

2.4) Module 4: The design theme.

• This module takes another look at the ‘Design’ Theme before applying its core concepts to the program scenario.

2.5) Module 5: The justification theme.

• This module takes another look at the ‘Justification’ Theme before applying its core concepts to the program scenario.

2.6) Module 6: The structure theme.

• This module takes another look at the ‘Structure’ Theme before applying its core concepts to the program scenario.

2.7) Module 7: The knowledge theme.

• This module takes another look at the ‘Knowledge’ Theme before applying its core concepts to the program scenario.

2.8) Module 8: The assurance theme.

• This module takes another look at the ‘Assurance’ Theme before applying its core concepts to the program scenario.

2.9) Module 9: The decisions theme

• This module takes another look at the ‘Decisions’ Theme before applying its core concepts to the program scenario.

2.10) Module 10: The MSP processes

• This module reexamines the seven Processes. Each Process is also applied to the program scenario.

2.11) Module 11: Course wrap up

• This module revisits and wraps up the course, helping students get ready to sit the Practitioner exam.

2.12) Module 12: Practice exams

• This module comes with two approved practice exams from AXELOS for the Practitioner certification exam. Students can use these exams to familiarize themselves with the official exam conditions, as well as test their knowledge of the previous modules.

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