Management of Portfolios (MoP®) Foundation

The Management of Portfolios (MoP®) Foundation Course provides a comprehensive introduction to portfolio management. It equips learners with the tools and techniques to manage and align portfolios with strategic objectives effectively. This training prepares individuals for the MoP® Foundation certification and enhances their ability to deliver value through successful portfolio management.

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Overview

The Management of Portfolios (MoP®) Foundation Course is designed to provide learners with a solid understanding of portfolio management principles, practices, and governance. It focuses on aligning organisational investments with strategic objectives to maximise benefits realisation and ensure value delivery. By exploring the MoP® framework, learners will gain valuable insights into managing multiple change initiatives effectively. This course offers practical knowledge and tools to help professionals deliver portfolios that are strategically aligned and value driven.

In today’s dynamic business environment, effective portfolio management is critical for achieving strategic success. Organisations must continuously adapt and optimise their portfolios to respond to shifting priorities and market demands. This course equips learners with the ability to balance risk, optimise resources, and deliver consistent value across projects enhancing organisational performance. Learners will also develop the skills to identify and prioritise initiatives that align with business objectives and drive long-term success.

This 3-day training course, offered by MPES, includes interactive sessions, case studies, and exam-focused preparation. It combines theoretical knowledge with practical exercises to ensure learners are equipped with actionable skills. Upon completion, learners will be ready to apply MoP® principles in their organisations and confidently pursue the MoP® Foundation certification. The course prepares learners to make informed decisions, manage portfolios effectively, and achieve their professional development goals.

Course Objectives

Understand the key principles and practices of portfolio management
Learn how to align portfolios with organisational strategies and objectives
Gain insights into the governance of portfolios and decision-making processes
Develop the ability to balance risk, resources, and change initiatives
Master techniques for optimising portfolio performance and realising benefits
Prepare effectively for the MoP® Foundation certification exam
Apply portfolio management tools and techniques to real-world 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 specific academic qualifications are required for this course.
Experience: Familiarity with project or portfolio management is beneficial but not mandatory.
Language Proficiency: Learners should have a good command of English, as the course materials and exam are conducted in English.

Learning Outcomes

Gain a foundational understanding of MoP® principles, practices, and governance.
Develop the ability to align organisational portfolios with strategic goals.
Learn how to optimise resources and manage risks within a portfolio context.
Enhance your decision-making skills to prioritise change initiatives effectively.

Target Audience

The Management of Portfolios (MoP®) Foundation course is ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their portfolio management skills or pursue the MoP® Foundation certification. This course benefits:

Portfolio Managers
Programme Managers
Project Managers
Business Change Managers
Senior Executives
Risk Managers

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 Approaches
Stages of Implementing Portfolio Management
Factors to Consider in Sustaining Progress
Assessing Portfolio Management Maturity

Module 3: Strategic and Organisational Context

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

Module 4: Portfolio Management Principles

Five 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 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

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