Managing Successful Programmes (MSP)

Managing Successful Programmes (MSP)

Skilled programme managers are in increasing demand as businesses need to think strategically and change with the economic times. Our Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®) foundation course is ideal if you are an experienced project manager looking for a step up. As a skilled programme manager, you will be able to help a company reframe its objectives, motivate staff and navigate its way towards a new vision and more profitable future.

As a programme manager you will play a hugely important role in business, helping to shift the direction of the company by enabling it to move towards strategic goals. The Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®) course will provide you with the skills to do that, building on your existing project management skills and experience.

A foundation-level qualification, the MSP® course will give you the fundamental programme management knowledge you need to progress to further accredited study and certified MSP® practitioner status.

You will learn the basic principles and programme management processes for managing change in business, and explore ways in which to design and deliver a blueprint for change.

The development of vision statements and programme plans will be explored, as will the importance of risk management and stakeholder engagement. And as part of the role of the programme manager, you'll learn to openly resolve issues, and evaluate programmes on an ongoing basis, ensuring continuous quality control.

Entry Requirements

You don't need any previous experience or qualifications to enrol in our Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®) course. That's because we believe in making home study - and a rewarding future - as accessible as possible. 

Where will I go from here?

Your qualification in programme management could see you take that next step up the corporate ladder from project management. Programme managers are needed in all areas of business and industry, and you'll find your skills and knowledge will place you in a favourable position for employment or advancement in your current workplace. 

What will I gain?

On completion, you'll receive the Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®) qualification.

Accreditation

APM Group (APMG)

The APM Group, based in the UK, provides high-quality accreditation and qualification services to organisations. It currently accredits our project management courses including our PRINCE2® qualifications.

PRINCE2® and MSP® are both Registered Trade Marks of the Office of Government Commerce in the United Kingdom and other countries'. ICS sells the MSP and PRINCE2 courses under license from the ILX Group, which is an ATO.

Assessment

You will be required to complete one exam on completion of your course.

Final Exam: 50 multiple-choice questions which must be answered within 40 minutes. 30 correct answers are needed to pass.

What will I get?

Because we're experts in home learning, ICS knows about and offers all the support you need along the way.

You'll receive study materials that have been specially designed for distance learning by experts in your field of study and are based on the Chartered Management Institute's syllabus. You will work with step-by-step modules to guide your learning.

You'll have access to an experienced personal tutor both online and over the phone, ready to help you with guidance and motivation.

You'll also be part of the ICS Online Student Community, where you'll have access to library materials and your account information, as well as vital links with your fellow students, with the chance to discuss your work, ask questions and make new friends.

Study Period

12 months

Hours of study

30-60 hours

That's the equivalent of about half-an-hour to an hour of study each week over the 12-month support period.

Support period

12 months

Course code

N93

Course cost

£549.00

Additional fees

There are no examination or registration fees for our Managing Successful Programmes course.

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Key Topics

Organisation

  • Consider how to manage programmes effectively. Understand the importance of freely debating any issues and openly evaluating any risks.

Vision

  • Understand the importance of the vision statement, and learn how to write an effective vision statement.

Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement

  • Understand the skills that are required by effective leaders to manage stakeholders' understanding of the current situation and the future benefits. Discover how to create commitment to change.

Benefits Realisation Management

  • Learn how to manage the realisation of benefits that contribute to an organisation's strategic objectives.

Blueprint Design and Delivery

  • Learn the skills to effectively design and deliver a blueprint - a model of the organisation on completion of the programme.

Planning and Control

  • Examine the distinct activities of preparing a programme plan and creating a monitoring and control strategy.

Business Case

  • Discover how to test the viability of a programme and how to maintain this testing throughout a programme, continually updating the business case with new information.

Risk Management and Issue Resolution

  • Discover how to make effective decisions through a sound understanding of all risks and their likely impacts. Explore how to effectively resolve any adverse issues that affect a programme.

Quality Management

  • Gain the skills to effectively manage quality throughout the duration of a programme and indeed also after its completion.

You can either pay for your course in full or opt for a monthly payment plan.

Course fee: £549 (excluding discounts)

Or speak to one of our course advisors now for payment plans

 

There are no examination or registration fees for our Managing Successful Programmes course.