Management of Portfolios (MoP®) Foundation & Practitioner

The Management of Portfolios (MoP®) Foundation & Practitioner Course equips professionals with the skills to implement portfolio management effectively. It ensures organisations achieve strategic objectives by aligning and prioritising projects .

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Overview

The MoP® Foundation & Practitioner Course focuses on equipping professionals with the tools, principles, and best practices for effective portfolio management. Learners gain insights into balancing conflicting priorities and optimising resource allocation to achieve organisational goals. By mastering these concepts, professionals can enhance organisational agility and ensure projects deliver maximum value.

Portfolio management is vital for organisations to maximise return on investments and maintain competitive advantage. This course covers essential areas such as strategic alignment, governance, risk management, and benefits realisation to ensure successful portfolio delivery. It also helps professionals adopt a structured approach to decision-making and resource optimisation.

This 5-day training by MPES combines theoretical knowledge with practical application through real-world scenarios and case studies. Learners benefit from expert-led sessions that focus on understanding the nuances of portfolio management. It prepares learners for both Foundation and Practitioner exams and helps them drive successful portfolio management practices within their organisations.

Course Objectives

Understand the MoP® framework and its practical applications
Develop skills to align projects with strategic goals
Learn governance and portfolio management principles
Identify and manage portfolio risks effectively
Enhance decision-making skills for resource allocation
Prepare for MoP® Foundation and Practitioner certifications
Apply MoP® principles to real-world portfolio management scenarios

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Course Details

Develop your understanding of essential financial, business and management accounting techniques with ACCA Applied Knowledge. You'll learn basic business and management principles and the skills required of an accountant working in business.

Entry Requirements

Educational Background: No formal prerequisites for Foundation; Practitioner requires successful completion of the Foundation exam.
Professional Experience: Some experience in project or portfolio management is beneficial but not mandatory.
Language Proficiency: A good command of English is required, as course materials and exams are conducted in English.

Learning Outcomes

Master portfolio management principles and practices to improve organisational outcomes.
Align projects with strategic objectives.
Enhance governance and optimise resource allocation across portfolios.
Achieve proficiency in risk and benefits management for portfolios.
Prepare confidently for MoP® Foundation and Practitioner exams.

Target Audience

The MoP® Foundation & Practitioner course is ideal for professionals looking to advance their skills in portfolio management and achieve MoP® certifications. This includes:

Portfolio Managers
Project Managers
Programme Managers
Senior Executives
Change Managers
Business Analysts
PMO Professionals

Course content

Module 1: Overview

Portfolio and Portfolio Management
Portfolio Management Model
Portfolio Definition and Delivery Practices
Project and Project Management
Programme and Programme Management
Portfolio, Project, and Programme Management
Circumstances Affect the Principles and Practices
Cost Effective Approaches
Objectives of Portfolio Management
Benefits of Portfolio Management

Module 2: Implement, Sustain, and Measure

Implement Portfolio Management
Advantages of Planned Approachesa
Stages of Implementing Portfolio Management
Factors to Consider in Sustaining Progress
Assessing Portfolio Management Maturity

Module 3: Strategic and Organisational Context

Business as Usual
Strategic Planning
Budgeting and Resource Allocation
Programme and Project Management
Performance Management
Corporate Governance

Module 4: Portfolio Management Principles

Senior Management Commitment
Governance Alignment
Strategy Alignment
Portfolio Office
An Energised Change Culture

Module 5: Portfolio Definition Cycle

Overview
Understand Practice
Categorise Practice
Prioritise Practice
Balance Practice
Plan Practice

Module 6: Portfolio Delivery Cycle

Portfolio Delivery Practices
Portfolio Delivery Cycle
Management Control Practice
Benefits Management Practice
Financial Management Practice
Risk Management Practice
Stakeholder Engagement Practice
Organisational Governance Practice
Resource Management Practice

Module 7: Roles and Documentation

Portfolio Direction Group (PDG) or Investment Committee (IC)
Portfolio Progress Group (PPG) or Change Delivery Committee (CDC)
Business Change Director or Portfolio Director
Portfolio Manager
Portfolio Benefits Manager
Portfolio Management Framework
Portfolio Strategy
Portfolio Benefits Management Framework
Portfolio Benefits Realisation Plan
Portfolio Financial Plan
Resource Schedule
Portfolio Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Plan
Portfolio Dashboard

Module 8: Implement, Sustain, and Measure

Select the Appropriate Approach to implement.
Coordination of Portfolio Management
Designing a Strategy
Building and Maintaining Organisational Energy
Maturity and Evidence of Impact
Recommended Approaches

Module 9: Portfolio Definition Cycle

Identify Practices and Techniques
Understanding the Portfolio
Splitting the Portfolio
Using Approaches to Prioritise Portfolio
Balancing the Portfolio
Strategy and Delivery Plan

Module 10: Portfolio Delivery Cycle

Management Control
Portfolio-level Benefits Management
Portfolio-level Financial Management
Portfolio-level Risk Management
Portfolio-level Stakeholder Engagement
Portfolio-level Resource Management

Module 11: Roles and Documentation

Portfolio Management Framework
Portfolio Benefits Management Framework
Portfolio Strategy
Portfolio Delivery Plan
Portfolio Benefits Realisation Plan
Portfolio Financial Plan
Portfolio Resource Schedule
Portfolio Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Plan
Portfolio Dashboard Report
Main Portfolio Management Roles
Portfolio Direction Group/Investment Committee
Portfolio Progress Group/Change Delivery Committee
Business Change Director/Portfolio Director
Portfolio Manager
Portfolio Benefits Manager

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At MPES, we offer comprehensive support to help you succeed in your studies. With expert guidance and valuable resources, we help you stay on track throughout your course.

MPES Learning offers dedicated support to help you succeed in Accounting and Finance courses.
Get expert guidance from tutors available online to assist with your studies.
Check your eligibility for exemptions with the relevant professional body before starting.
Our supportive team is here to offer study advice and support throughout your course.
Access a range of materials to help enhance your learning experience. These resources include practice exercises and additional reading to support your progress.

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Have Questions? We’ve Got You

If you have any questions, we’re here to help. Find the answers you need in the MPES detailed FAQ section.

Q. Do I need prior experience to take this course?

No prior experience is required for the Foundation level, but familiarity with project or portfolio management is beneficial.

Q. What will I learn in this course?

You will learn portfolio management principles, practices, and implementation techniques based on the MoP® framework and prepare for the MoP® exams.

Q. How does this course benefit my career?

This course enhances your portfolio management skills, prepares you for globally recognised certifications, and improves your ability to align organisational strategy with project delivery.

Q. Is this course suitable for non-portfolio managers?

Yes, the course benefits professionals transitioning into portfolio management or supporting portfolio delivery in their roles.

Q. Will I receive a certification after completing the course?

You will receive a course completion certificate. MoP® certifications require passing the respective Foundation and Practitioner exams.

Q. What other resources does MPES Learning provide?

"At MPES Learning, we provide a variety of resources to support learners, including Expert-Led Courses,Flexible Learning Options and Industry Standard Curriculum.

Our website also features blogs, e-books, interview questions, latest news and podcasts to keep professionals updated with the latest trends. In addition to ACCA, we offer training in ICAEW, CIMA, and many other domains that will help you excel your skills in finance, management accounting, and strategic decision-making. For more details, explore our Courses and Resources sections."

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