IMPACT Engine Practitioner Certification
IMPACT Engine Practitioner Certification
This hands-on course takes you through the full IMPACT Engine System, the proven six-stage framework outlined in The IMPACT Engine by Laura Barnard.
For PMO professionals at any level – analysts, coordinators, practitioners, managers, and heads of PMO – who want to elevate their impact and deliver measurable outcomes.
You’ll learn to uncover real challenges, engage stakeholders, design services that solve business problems, and build a delivery plan that shows clear value. With case studies, group work, and practical tools, you’ll leave ready to apply the IMPACT Engine System with confidence.
Learning Approach:
Classroom & Virtual Classroom
Duration:
4 Afternoon sessions
Virtual Course Timings:
2pm – 6pm UK time each day
Price:
Virtual Classroom – £1325
Please note that this course is delivered over four afternoon sessions, each running from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, scheduled across two consecutive weeks (Wednesday and Thursday each week).
When purchasing, you are booking one Series Pass Ticket, this provides access to all four sessions as part of a complete course.
Individual sessions cannot be purchased separately, and attendance at all four sessions is required to complete the course. Partial attendance (for example, attending only one or two sessions) will not count as course completion.
Exam:
50 multiple choice questions
Certification Body:
PMO Strategies
Pre-Requisites:
No previous experience or knowledge required
Looking to bring the IMPACT Engine Practitioner Certification in-house? Get in touch here!
This course is ideal for:
- PMO Analysts & Coordinators
- Project/Programme/Portfolio Managers
- PMO Managers, Heads of PMO, and Strategy Leads
- Business Transformation & Change Professionals
- Anyone responsible for aligning project work with business strategy
Virtual classroom training takes place with a live instructor throughout the online course and you will be learning alongside other virtual learners – you’ll be able to see and hear them too!
All you need for virtual classroom training is a decent broadband connection, a webcam and a microphone [Test your setup here]
Certification course Includes
- Case study application of all six stages.
- Group exercises & peer collaboration.
- IMPACT Engine templates & worksheets.
- Custom IMPACT action plan for your PMO.
- Expert coaching from Laura Barnard and team.
You’ll also receive:
- The PMO Learning Delegate Workbook (hard copy)
- IMPACT Engine textbook (hard copy)
- Exam voucher
Classroom courses can be held for organisations looking to run the course In-House. Get in touch here.
Exam included in price of course.
- 50 multiple-choice questions
- PMO Strategies exam body
We’ll issue you with a voucher and all you need to do is book your examination time slot. You can choose to do the exam when it suits you – same day or later. There are lots of times available – including in the evening.
You’ll do the exam at your own PC and log in to the testing environment.
Got a question? [Get in touch]
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IMPACT Engine Practitioner – Session 1 – 11th February
Virtual Classroom Your joining instructions will be sent to you two weeks prior to the course startingPlease note that this course is delivered over four afternoon sessions, each running from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, scheduled across two consecutive weeks (Wednesday and Thursday each week). When purchasing, you are booking one Series Pass Ticket, this provides access to all four sessions as part of a complete course. Individual sessions cannot be purchased separately, and attendance at all four sessions is required to complete the course. Partial attendance (for example, attending only one or two sessions) will not count as course completion.
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IMPACT Engine Practitioner – Session 2 – 12th February
Virtual Classroom Your joining instructions will be sent to you two weeks prior to the course startingPlease note that this course is delivered over four afternoon sessions, each running from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, scheduled across two consecutive weeks (Wednesday and Thursday each week). When purchasing, you are booking one Series Pass Ticket, this provides access to all four sessions as part of a complete course. Individual sessions cannot be purchased separately, and attendance at all four sessions is required to complete the course. Partial attendance (for example, attending only one or two sessions) will not count as course completion.
Get Seats £1,325.00 -
IMPACT Engine Practitioner – Session 3 – 18th February
Virtual Classroom Your joining instructions will be sent to you two weeks prior to the course startingPlease note that this course is delivered over four afternoon sessions, each running from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, scheduled across two consecutive weeks (Wednesday and Thursday each week). When purchasing, you are booking one Series Pass Ticket, this provides access to all four sessions as part of a complete course. Individual sessions cannot be purchased separately, and attendance at all four sessions is required to complete the course. Partial attendance (for example, attending only one or two sessions) will not count as course completion.
Get Seats £1,325.00 -
IMPACT Engine Practitioner – Session 4 – 19th February
Virtual Classroom Your joining instructions will be sent to you two weeks prior to the course startingPlease note that this course is delivered over four afternoon sessions, each running from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, scheduled across two consecutive weeks (Wednesday and Thursday each week). When purchasing, you are booking one Series Pass Ticket, this provides access to all four sessions as part of a complete course. Individual sessions cannot be purchased separately, and attendance at all four sessions is required to complete the course. Partial attendance (for example, attending only one or two sessions) will not count as course completion.
Get Seats £1,325.00
11th/12th & 18th/19th February
Virtual classroom £1325 + VAT (includes exam, printed course materials and course textbook)
Course Overview
You’ll learn how to assess your organisation’s real challenges, effectively engage stakeholders to reduce resistance, define services that solve real business problems, and create an iterative delivery plan that consistently demonstrates value. Through case studies, group exercises, and practical tools, you’ll leave equipped to apply the IMPACT Engine System in your own organisation with confidence.
Whether you’re supporting project delivery or leading strategic transformation, this workshop gives you the mindset, methods, and momentum to make a lasting impact.
Course Outline
- The six stages of the IMPACT Engine System – from mindset to measurement.
- How to uncover and address root causes, not just symptoms.
- Tools to build trust, reduce change resistance, and generate stakeholder “pull”.
- Ways to communicate outcomes clearly and credibly to leadership.
- How to create a tailored IMPACT action plan for your team and organisation.
Learning Objectives
- STAGE ONE: MINDSET: Anchor your thinking in outcome-driven mindset shifts: Develop mindset shifts that serve as the foundation for driving strategic outcomes, continuously aligning your actions with the organization’s highest priorities.
- STAGE TWO: ASSESS: Build trusted stakeholder relationships to unlock key priorities: Master the art of stakeholder engagement by asking the right questions, listening to challenges, and co-creating solutions that minimize change resistance and create pull for your services.
- STAGE THREE: DEFINE: Identify and solve root issues for maximum impact: Build credibility by diagnosing core delivery challenges, defining high-impact solutions, and aligning services with the organization’s needs across the strategy lifecycle.
- STAGE FOUR: PLAN: Plan for long-term success with the IMPACT Delivery Model: Design a business-focused delivery plan that prioritizes stakeholder-identified challenges and delivers incremental, measurable outcomes aligned with organizational objectives.
- STAGE FIVE: DELIVER: Deliver and demonstrate measurable business value: Execute defined solutions while strategically positioning your team at the center of value delivery, preventing change resistance, and driving future success.
- STAGE SIX: EVOLVE: Adapt and evolve your delivery approach to stay relevant: Ensure sustained relevance by continuously refining your delivery approach, addressing shifting priorities, and evolving into a trusted Strategy Navigator.
In the Course
In the course, learners will cover:
- STAGE ONE: MINDSET: Anchor your thinking in outcome-driven mindset shifts: Develop mindset shifts that serve as the foundation for driving strategic outcomes, continuously aligning your actions with the organization’s highest priorities.
- Lesson: Understanding mindset shifts and how they drive sustainable delivery.
- Exercise: Reflection and self-assessment: Identify current mindsets holding teams back and map them against desired outcome-driven behaviours.
- Case Study Application: Analyse mindset failures that hindered past PMO success.
- STAGE TWO: ASSESS: Build trusted stakeholder relationships to unlock key priorities: Master the art of stakeholder engagement by asking the right questions, listening to challenges, and co-creating solutions that minimise change resistance and create pull for your services.
- Lesson: Building trusted stakeholder relationships and assessing challenges.
- Exercise: Stakeholder interview role-play using the case study to uncover pain points and strategic priorities.
- Application: Develop a stakeholder map and trust-building plan.
- STAGE THREE: DEFINE: Identify and solve root issues for maximum impact: Build credibility by diagnosing core delivery challenges, defining high-impact solutions, and aligning services with the organization’s needs across the strategy lifecycle.
- Lesson: Root cause analysis and defining high-impact services.
- Exercise: “Whack-a-mole” root cause analysis exercise – diagnosing real organisational problems to avoid treating symptoms.
- Case Study Application: Identify and define solutions for key pain points in the case study scenario.
RECAP DAY ONE
- Recap key lessons and discuss practical ways to address challenges.
- Group exercise: Map solutions from stages 1-3 into action plans tailored to the case study scenario.
- STAGE FOUR: PLAN: Plan for long-term success with the IMPACT Delivery Model: Design a business-focused delivery plan that prioritises stakeholder-identified challenges and delivers incremental, measurable outcomes aligned with organisational objectives.
- Lesson: Creating an iterative delivery plan that aligns with organisational priorities.
- Exercise: Build an IMPACT Delivery Roadmap using milestones from the case study.
- Application: Develop a 30/90-day iterative plan for measurable progress.
- STAGE FIVE: DELIVER: Deliver and demonstrate measurable business value: Execute defined solutions while strategically positioning your team at the center of value delivery, preventing change resistance, and driving future success.
- Lesson: Delivering solutions and communicating value effectively.
- Exercise: Outcome-based communication exercise: Develop presentations that communicate outcomes instead of outputs.
- Case Study Application: Define how to measure success and report business outcomes for key milestones.
- STAGE SIX: EVOLVE: Adapt and evolve your delivery approach to stay relevant: Ensure sustained relevance by continuously refining your delivery approach, addressing shifting priorities, and evolving into a trusted Strategy Navigator.
- Lesson: Iterative improvements and adapting to shifting priorities.
- Exercise: Plan evolution scenarios based on organisational feedback loops.
- Application: Develop a strategy for ongoing feedback collection and continuous improvement using the lessons learned from case study successes.
Final Workshop: Building a Customized IMPACT Action Plan.
- Develop individual and team action plans using lessons from the six stages.
- Peer review and facilitator guidance to ensure plans are actionable and tied to real outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this for?
Builders of new PMOs, aspiring PMO professionals, current PMO leaders/practitioners, and project/program managers who want to improve measurable business outcomes.
Do I need prior PMO experience or the book?
No. Everything you need is provided.
What if I’m running a transformation or product management team?
The course is equally as valuable as it teaches you the framework for building a high-IMPACT strategy delivery system for your organization.
How realistic is the case study?
Very. We’ve woven decades of real PMO experience into it so it mirrors common challenges. You’ll also have time to apply the methods to your own scenario and get guidance.
What will I leave with?
A case-study-tested IMPACT Action Plan (30/60/90 days), The IMPACT Engine book, a detailed participant workbook (pre-filled notes + space for your inputs), and all official worksheets/templates used in class.
How is it delivered?
Live, instructor-led online via video meeting or in-house.
Will sessions be recorded?
No recordings are distributed (to protect privacy and encourage open discussion). You’ll receive the book, workbook, and all templates.
Is there a certification? How does the exam work?
Yes – IMPACT Engine Practitioner. A proctored online exam is offered after class attendance. Pass to earn your credential.
Accessibility & captions?
Yes – live captions are available. Let us know any accessibility needs during registration.
Seats & group pricing?
Seats are limited to keep it highly interactive – early registration is recommended. Group rates and private cohorts are available; contact us for details.
After the Course
After the course, learners will leave with a practical, personalised action plan for applying the IMPACT Engine principles in your role. You’ll also gain a new way of thinking- one that shifts you from activity-focused to outcome-driven. Plus, you’ll take home a printed workbook, the IMPACT Engine book and your own reflective journal.
What Next?
If you’ve completed the IMPACT Engine Practitioner course, then there are a few ways you can continue your training.
If you want to carry on with certification courses we have the House of PMO Essentials™ certifications, and the P3O Foundation course.
If you’re looking for something more specific to your organisation, whether it’s implementing Agile or getting a grip on Benefits Management, browse our specialist courses.