P3O® Foundation Training

• Educational Background: No prior experience in portfolio, programme, or project management is required; however, a basic understanding of organisational management principles is beneficial for smoother learning.

• Language Proficiency: Learners should have a good command of English, as all course materials, discussions, and examinations are conducted in English. 

• Interest in Project Office Management: This course is ideal for individuals interested in establishing or enhancing their knowledge of Portfolio, Programme, and Project Offices to drive organisational success.

• Understand P3O® Models: Gain a comprehensive understanding of P3O® principles, concepts, and key elements to effectively support decision-making and organisational governance. 

• Establish Effective Frameworks: Learn how to design, implement, and manage P3O® structures that align with organisational goals and deliver value. 

• Optimise Resource Allocation: Develop expertise in prioritising projects, programmes, and portfolios, ensuring optimal resource utilisation and alignment with strategic objectives. 

• Support Organisational Change: Acquire the skills to provide consistent support for change initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and long-term goals. 

• Prepare for P3O® Certification: Build the foundation required to successfully pass the P3O® Foundation certification exam and advance to higher levels of expertise.

The P3O® Foundation Training is ideal for professionals involved in project, programme, or portfolio management, as well as those looking to establish or improve organisational support functions. Below are the professionals and learners who can benefit from this course:

• Project Office Staff

• Project Managers

• Programme Managers

• Portfolio Managers

• Change Managers

• Business Analysts

• Organisational Development Professionals

• PMO Analysts

Module 1: Introduction to P3O®

• What is the purpose of P3O®?

• Definitions

• Strategic Objectives

• What are P3O®’s

• P3O® Definitions within the Models

• Portfolio, programme, and project lifecycles

• Governance and the P3O®

• P3O® and Other Best Management

• P3O® Terminology
   

Module 2: Why Have a P3O®?

• Integral Part

• P3O® can Increase Success

• Focus of a P3O®

• Add Value

• Governance Focus

• Principles for Extracting Value

• Govern Effectively

• Holding People to Account

• Prioritising Investment

• Safeguarding Value

• Investing in People and Processes

• Tracking Progress

• Getting Investment for the P3O®

• Identifying the Stakeholders

• Identifying the Problem

• Analysis of Issues and Reviews

• Value Matrix

• Stakeholders Requirements

• P3M3®

• Demonstrating the Value

• Business Case Content

• Capability and Outcome

• Benefits Vs Constraints

• Key Performance Indicators

• Cost Model

• Some Variations of Costing

• Overcoming Common Barriers

• Timescales
   

Module 3: Designing a P3O® Model

• Factors that Affect the Design

• Functional Areas of a P3O®

• Design Considerations

• Centralised Versus Decentralised

• Additional Success Factors Hub Portfolio Offices

• Permanent Versus Temporary

• Underlying Success Factors – Temporary Offices

• Co-located Versus Distributed

• Functions and Services

• Functional Areas

• Wider Organisation

• Integration

• Assurance and Governance

• Information Assurance (IA)

• Non-PPM Functions and Services

• Roles and Responsibilities

• Skills/Competences of P3O® Staff

• P3O® Management, Generic, and Functional Roles

• Sizing and Tailoring

• How to Size a P3O® Model?

• P3O® Sponsor

• Head of P3O® (Permanent Office)

• Head of Programme/Project Office (Temporary)

• Portfolio Analyst

• Programme or Project Specialist

• Programme or Project Officer

• Benefits and Value Role

• Commercial Role

• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement Role

• Information Management Role

• Consultancy and Performance Management Role

• Finance and Issue Role

• Change Control and Planning Role

• Quality Assurance and Risk Role

• Reporting and Secretariat/ Administrator Role

• Tools Expert