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Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®) Foundation course is designed to equip you with a robust understanding of the MSP® framework. The MSP® framework is essential for effectively managing and delivering complex programmes.
This course covers the fundamental principles, governance themes, and transformational flow that MSP® uses to ensure programme alignment with strategic objectives, effective risk management, and realisation of benefits.
By learning these core elements, you will gain the skills needed to manage interrelated projects within a programme, ensuring they contribute to the broader business goals.
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Training ByteSize is proud to be an accredited PeopleCert training provider for the MSP® Foundation qualification.
This means that all our course materials have been evaluated to ensure they meet PeopleCert standards, and we are authorised to administer the MSP® Foundation exam as outlined in our accreditation.
The first module of the MSP® Foundation course includes an introduction to the course and the exam. This will cover what programmes are, why programme management is necessary, common challenges, the programme environment and the three lenses.
This module reviews the seven principles that underpin MSP®. These seven principles are:
This module starts with a look at programme governance, the programme strategy, programme plans and the ‘Plan-Do-Check-Act’ cycle.
It will then start the review the seven MSP® themes:
This session will review MSP®’s design theme which will include a discussion of:
In this module you will review MSP®’s justification theme which involves a discussion of key documents, the funding approach, the programme brief, and the business case. This module will also discuss investment appraisals, financial contingency, business case validation and financial plans.
Module six considers the structure theme of MSP® and will discuss:
Continuing with the MSP® themes, this session on the knowledge theme will review knowledge and information, the key documents, key concepts, and information management.
Considering the assurance theme, in this module you will discuss:
Module nine looks at the final MSP® theme, decisions. In this module, you will review:
The final session of the MSP® Foundation course will review the seven processes that are defined in Managing Successful Programmes. These processes are:
In choosing to study the MSP® Foundation course online with Training ByteSize, you will have six months of online access to the course, including:
You will have six months of access to our comprehensive online MSP® Foundation course, featuring engaging videos, interactive animations, exercises, downloadable resources, and a dedicated exam practice module with sample questions.
The modular format lets you advance at your own speed, revisiting any modules as needed for a deeper level of understanding. After mastering the training materials, you can use the exam practice module to evaluate your knowledge with a range of sample exam questions.
When you feel confident with the training materials, you can schedule your official online exam easily through our online booking form.
All you require is a computer, webcam, and internet connection.
Getting certified in the MSP® Foundation course can benefit a wide range of professionals, especially those involved in managing and delivering programmes and projects within an organisation. Those who would particularly benefit include:
The MSP® Foundation exam does not have strict prerequisites, making it accessible to a wide range of individuals.
However, having some experience or knowledge in programme or project management and a basic understanding of management principles and practices can be beneficial.
Fatollah was a great tutor, made the large amount of content we had to lean manageable and interesting, he integrated exam prep within the learning which made the exam far more easier. Overall great experience with the online classroom, didn’t feel at a disadvantage by not being in an in-person classroom.
Outstanding facilities and very experienced tutors, their deliver is second to none and I would not hesitate to recommend their services to anyone wishing to undertake training in Project Management
The MSP® Foundation exam assesses a candidate’s ability to understand and apply the MSP® framework’s principles, governance themes, and transformational flow. It ensures that candidates have a solid foundation in programme management and are prepared to contribute effectively to the successful delivery of programmes.
The foundation exam evaluates:
After passing the MSP® Foundation exam, the next logical step would be to pursue the MSP® Practitioner course. This advanced level of certification builds on the knowledge gained in the Foundation course and focuses on applying the MSP® framework in real-world scenarios
Taking an MSP® Foundation course provides several benefits for students, particularly those involved in programme and project management. Here are some key advantages:
Organisations can gain numerous benefits from having employees certified in the MSP® Foundation course. Here are some of the key advantages:
The key learning outcomes from the MSP® Foundation training include:
As experts in delivering project management training through a range of study styles, your success is key to our success. We understand how people learn, we know how to train people to pass exams, we employ the best trainers and specialise in small class sizes to help you get the best from your investment. So, if you’re looking to enhance your project management skills and ensure you pass first time, Training ByteSize is a name you can trust.
As a family run business, project and programme management training is in our blood, and so is innovation. Our founders have been part of the industry since the 1990’s, specifically founding Key Skills and developing the world’s first accredited e-learning course for PRINCE2.
Today we are proud to continue with world firsts; with second generation Victoria at the helm, she had led Training ByteSize to ensure were the first company to develop and deliver e-learning options for accredited courses including Business Analysis Foundation, ITIL4, and AgilePM. When we say we’re experts in project management training, we really do mean it.
Our top 10 tips to study online Today we’re sharing our top 10 tips to study online. We caught up with our Chairman, Martyn Kinch, who has over 30 years’ experience in the industry and back in the 1990’s led the development of the world’s first accredited e-learning course for PRINCE2, so we consider him […]
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So, what are the MSP certifications you ask? Managing Successful Programmes, or MSP, is a framework adopted by organisations all over the world. It helps to establish best practice to deliver transformational change, often in situations where there are large and complex structures to contend with. For those looking to apply MSP principles to their […]
Read MorePassing the MSP® Foundation exam requires a good understanding of the MSP® framework and thorough preparation. Here are some our top tips at Training ByteSize to help you pass the MSP® Foundation exam:
Understand the exam format
Study materials
Key concepts to focus on
Study techniques
Exam strategies
By combining a thorough understanding of the MSP® framework with consistent practice and revision, you can increase your chances of passing the exam. Good luck!
All PeopleCert Business and IT certifications must be renewed within three years of their original certification date.
There are two ways in which you can renew your certification:
The MSP® Foundation qualification is considered an entry-level certification within the MSP® framework. It is designed to provide a foundational understanding of the principles, governance themes, and transformational flow processes of the MSP® methodology.
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The MSP® Foundation training course offers a structured and comprehensive introduction to the MSP® project management methodology, in a format the suits you. Gain your certification online with Training ByteSize.
The online course should take between 10 and 15 hours complete, which includes notetaking, exercises and exam practice. It is assessed through a multiple-choice examination that includes 60 questions, which you will need to complete within one hour.
Studying for your qualification online is a viable option for so many project managers:
If you’re unable to make the course in person, we have the option to attend the same course virtually from the comfort of your own home or office.
To accommodate this, there is a dedicated, high-performance ceiling-mounted camera that tracks the trainer and streams the course throughout the day. The trainer will also use a radio microphone, and there are microphones located throughout the room, so you’ll be able to hear the discussions in the sessions clearly.
This means that you will be able to ask questions and communicate with the course trainer and those attending the course in person all day, so you’ll feel like you’re there – just from your own space.
All you need is a Zoom account, an internet connection, webcam, and microphone.
Once you’ve booked your place on the course, you will receive a confirmation email and then a booking form for you to sign. You will have the opportunity to inform us of any dietary requirements, any additional needs and any reasonable adjustments for your exams.
A thorough, clear and professional course support pack with stationary including pre-course materials and further instructions for the course will be sent three to four weeks before the course commences.
Each day, the course will start at 9:00 in the morning.
You will be guided through the course syllabus by one of our expert trainers, who will help to ensure that you understand all the information. There will be questions and activities throughout the course to reinforce the learning.
The trainer will be on hand in the evenings to answer any further questions that you may have about what you’ve covered that day.
You can sit your exam on the last day of the course, or you can defer the exam and take it online at a later date. However, we would encourage you to take them as soon as possible whilst the information is still fresh.
There will be a break at around 10:30, and another at 14:30, with lunch at 12:30.
Lunch is ordered from a local company who provide an array of sandwiches, fruit, scones and a different selection of cakes each day. Crisps, breakfast bars and chocolate bars are also provided throughout the day. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and water are available.
With state-of-the-art training facilities in the heart of rural Cheshire, courses at our Nantwich head office are a viable alternative to travelling to a larger city.
During the day, your training will be delivered at our brand-new offices. There is free onsite parking, as well as free Wi-Fi and a separate room for breakout sessions, lunches, and refreshments.
Once you’ve booked your place on the course, you will receive a confirmation email and then a booking form for you to sign. You will have the opportunity to inform us of any dietary requirements, any additional needs and any reasonable adjustments for your exams.
A thorough, clear and professional course support pack with stationary including pre-course materials and further instructions for the course will be sent three to four weeks before the course commences.
Each day, the course will start at 9:00 in the morning.
You will be guided through the course syllabus by one of our expert trainers, who will help to ensure that you understand all the information. There will be questions and activities throughout the course to reinforce the learning.
The trainer will be on hand in the evenings to answer any further questions that you may have about what you’ve covered that day.
You can sit your exam on the last day of the course, or you can defer the exam and take it online at a later date. However, we would encourage you to take them as soon as possible whilst the information is still fresh.
There will be a break at around 10:30, and another at 14:30, with lunch at 12:30.
Lunch is ordered from a local company who provide an array of sandwiches, fruit, scones and a different selection of cakes each day. Crisps, breakfast bars and chocolate bars are also provided throughout the day. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and water are available.
There is free parking at the Training Bytesize offices where the training centre is located. If you are staying at The Cheshire Cat Hotel, there is also free parking for guests.
If you’re driving, here are the addresses you might need:
If you are travelling by train, you can arrive at either Crewe or Nantwich train station.
Crewe train station: It’s around seven miles from Crewe train station to Nantwich, so we usually recommend getting a taxi to the training centre, which should take around 15 minutes. There are usually taxis waiting at the station or you can book one in advance. If you’d like further information, please contact us on 01270 626330 and we’ll be happy to help.
Nantwich train station: There are trains from Crewe to Nantwich every hour and Nantwich train station is located just five minutes away from the town centre on foot. It’s a 25-minute walk to the Training ByteSize training centre, or just five minutes in a taxi. It’s a small unattended station, so you will need to book any taxis in advance. Please contact us for more details.
If you don’t want to travel back and forth but still want the in-person training experience, we offer residential courses where you can stay at a local hotel – The Cheshire Cat – for the duration of the course. This accommodation is included in the price of the residential option.
Sometimes taking two days out of the office just doesn’t work, especially if you have a large group of people going through training. So we’ve come up with a tried and tested solution which combines the very best distance learning with onsite training, ensuring your company experiences the least impact on general day to day business. Additionally the bespoke blended option offers you a more cost effective way to train you team, so it’s a win-win.
If you would like to find out more about this option please call our team on 01270 626330 or complete this short form and we’ll come right back to you.
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