P3O® Foundation Certification
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P3O® Foundation Certification
P3O® Foundation course is aimed at new to PMO – working in Project Administrator, Project Co-ordinator and Project Support Officer roles. The course covers the fundamentals of P3O®, giving you a solid foundation in the P3O® model, the terminology and concepts involved – the course also covers the key functions and services in a P3O® model – considered to be one of the most useful areas for a PMO practitioner.
Learning Approach:
Classroom & Virtual Classroom
Duration:
3 days
Virtual Course Timings:
9am to 4pm UK time each day
Price:
Virtual Classroom – £1595 + VAT
Exam:
1 hour, 75 multiple choice questions
Certification Body:
PeopleCert
Certification: On successful completion of the course and examination, course delegates will be certified as P3O® Foundation accredited.
Pre-Requisites:
No previous experience or knowledge required
There is some pre-reading required for this course. It should take 2 hours to complete. There is also some advised further reading.
Looking to bring the P3O® Foundation course in-house? Get in touch here!
The P3O® courses on this page are offered by PMO Learning. P3O® is a registered trademark of the PeopleCert group. Used under licence from PeopleCert. All rights reserved.
The P3O® Foundation level course is specifically for:
- Those new to PMO – working in Project Administrator, Project Co-ordinator and Project Support Officer roles
- Those new to a career in PMO with previous PPM experience
- Those looking for a career move to project support and PMO
- Graduates
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]
You’ll receive:
- PMO Learning Delegate Workbook
- P3O® Manual eBook
- Pre-course material
- Practice examination paper
- Examination voucher (valid for 12 months)
Classroom courses can be held for organisations looking to run the course In-House. Get in touch here.
- 60 minutes 75 questions
- 35 marks to pass
- Closed book
- PeopleCert use an online proctoring for exams.
- Please read their computer pre-requisites and details of how to test your system before taking the exam.
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]
Book Your Course
Virtual classroom £1595 + VAT (includes exam and printed course materials)
Course Outline
In the course, learners will:
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- Learn about the high-level P3O model and its component offices.
- Understand the key differences between Portfolio, Programme and Project Management.
- Explore the key functions and services of a P3O.
- Understand the reasons for establishing a P3O model.
- Learn about the differences between types of P3O model and the factors that influence the selection of the most appropriate model.
- Identify the processes to implement or re-energize a P3O.
- Learn about the tools and techniques used by a P3O.
- Understand the purpose and significant responsibilities of the defined roles in a P3O.
- Prepare to pass the P3O Foundation exam and become P3O Foundation certified.
In the Course
In the course, learners will:
- Understand how to develop the business case required to obtain senior management approval for the P3O®.
- Explore how to identify and build the most appropriate P3O® model, which will adapt to the organisation’s needs, taking account of the organisation’s size and portfolio, programme and project management maturity.
- Learn how to identify the most appropriate roles required to populate a specified P3O® structure.
- Learn how to plan the implementation of a P3O®.
- Learn how to choose and use appropriate tools and techniques while running the P3O and advising those who shape the portfolio of programmes and projects.
- Prepare to pass the P3O® Practitioner exam and become P3O® Practitioner certified.
After the Course
After the course, learners will be able to:
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- Demonstrate a greater understanding of Project, Programme and Portfolio Management in the context of P3O.
- Demonstrate a better understanding of the different types of PMOs within the P3O model.
- Understand and articulate the need for PMOs within an organisation.
- Use the P3O functions and services guidance to implement new services or update existing ones.
- Share group experiences and develop knowledge within the organisation.
- Demonstrate progress to becoming a competent PMO practitioner.
What Next?
If you’ve completed the P3O® Foundation, then there are a few ways you can continue your training.
If you want to carry on with P3O® certifications, then your next step is P3O® Practitioner. There is the option to carry out P3O Foundation and Practitioner training all within the same week.
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.
The P3O® courses on this page are offered by PMO Learning. P3O® is a registered trademark of the PeopleCert group. Used under licence from PeopleCert. All rights reserved.
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