Читать книгу MSP® Programme Management Practitioner Courseware – English - Douwe Brolsma - Страница 11
ОглавлениеExercises during the MSP Practitioner training course
During the training course examples from delegate real life experiences are discussed during the rehearsal of the MSP theory.
Questions from the Practitioner sample exams are attempted and discussed after a theme, process or principle has been dealt with.
To Practice with the theory delegates are encouraged to also practice with the two available Foundation sample exams added to this courseware.
Optional assignment: Transformational Flow
Introduction
The participant is able to explain and discuss the Transformational Flow processes.
Duration
| Preparation | 5 Minutes |
| Elaboration: | 15 Minutes |
| Presentation, discussion and evaluation: | 100 Minutes |
Context
In groups, select a real life example
Imagine you have been assigned as potential programme manager to assist the Board in realizing a strategic objective, using the structure of MSP. Give them an overview of the Transformational Flow.
Task
Create and prepare an interactive presentation (15 min) in which you explain one of the TF processes. The trainer will choose the process
The group results will be discussed
Method
In groups, put the presentation on a flipchart and present to the other participants.
Syllabus area: TF
Managing Successful Programmes: Book Part 3: Transformational Flow
Organization
Introduction
The participant is able to design an optimal organization for managing a programme and to discuss and explain why the different persons have a specific role.
Duration
| Preparation | 5 Minutes |
| Elaboration: | 15 Minutes |
| Presentation and evaluation: | 20 Minutes |
Context
In groups, select a real life example
Imagine you have been assigned as potential Programme manager to assist the Board in realizing a strategic objective using MSP.
How will the right people be assigned to the right roles in the programme?
Task
Discuss and describe in groups setting up the programme organization according to MSP. The roles of Sponsoring Group, Programme Board, SRO, BCM, PO, Change Team need to be assigned. You will be the programme manager.
The group results will be discussed
Method
In groups, put the result on a flipchart and present to the other participants
Syllabus area: OP
Managing Successful Programmes: Appendix A; Table A.5 + Chapter 4: Organization
Vision statement
Introduction
The participant is able to describe the Vision in a brief and powerful manner.
Duration
| Preparation | 5 Minutes |
| Elaboration: | 15 Minutes |
| Presentation and evaluation: | 20 Minutes |
Context
In groups, select a real life example
Imagine you have been assigned as potential Programme manager to assist the Board in realizing a strategic objective using MSP.
How does the potential Programme Manager assist the organization in formulating and presenting the Programme Vision?
Task
• Describe the programme vision.
• Present to the group the vision of the programme, in such a way that the group is eager to participate.
• The group results will be discussed
Method
In groups, Put the result on a flipchart and present to the other participants.
Make sure you recognize and address different stakeholder groups, such as:
• Board members, shareholders and management
• Press
• Employees
Syllabus area: VS
Managing Successful Programmes: Appendix A; Vision Statement Chapter 5: Vision
Stakeholders
Introduction
The participant is able to:
• Describe and distinguish with different stakeholders and to create a stakeholder map explaining the relations
• Explain the relations between stakeholders and the organization.
Duration
| Preparation | 5 Minutes |
| Elaboration: | 20 Minutes |
| Presentation and evaluation: | 25 Minutes. |
Context
In groups, select a real life example
Imagine you have been assigned as potential Programme manager to assist the Board in realizing a strategic objective using MSP.
Which interest (stake) have the different people in the programme and are the right people assigned in the right roles for the programme?
Task
• Perform a stakeholder analysis. View the different interests, dilemmas and change in attitude the participants in the programme need to face
• Explain if based on the analysis you want to improve the organization
• The group results will be discussed
Method
In groups, put the result on a flipchart and present findings to the other participants
Syllabus area: LS
Managing Successful Programmes: Appendix A: Stakeholder profiles + Chapter 6: Leadership and stakeholder engagement
Benefits
Introduction
The participant is able to:
• Recognize the strategic objectives and Benefits in a programme.
Duration
| Preparation | 5 Minutes |
| Elaboration: | 25 Minutes |
| Presentation and evaluation: | 15 Minutes |
Context
In groups, select a real life example
Imagine you have been assigned as potential Programme manager to assist the Board in realizing a strategic objective using MSP.
How will the programme formulate a clear image of the measurable advantages which it will have to deliver? (both financial and non-financial)
Task
• In small groups come up with benefits and KPI’s/measurable criteria to define the success of the programme. (both financial and non-financial, tangible and non-tangible, (4 benefits is enough)
• When will the programme finish? What will be the end-of-program benefits?
• The group results will be discussed
Method
In groups, put the results on a flipchart and present to the other participants.
Syllabus area: BM
Managing Successful Programmes: Appendix A: Benefit profiles + Chapter 7: Benefits Management
Blueprint
Introduction
The participant is able to:
• Create a concept blueprint with a clearly defined end state according to the POTI model.
Duration
| Preparation | 5 Minutes |
| Elaboration: | 25 Minutes |
| Presentation and evaluation: | 15 Minutes |
Context
In groups, select a real life example
Imagine you have been assigned as potential Programme manager to assist the Board in realizing a strategic objective using MSP.
How will the programme define a clear end state?
Task
• Define a concept blueprint fort he changed organization.
• The group results will be discussed
Method
In groups, put the results on a flipchart and present to the other participants
Syllabus area: BL
Managing Successful Programmes: Appendix A: Blueprint + Chapter 8: Blueprint design and delivery
Programme Planning
Introduction
The participant is able to:
• Set up a Programme planning, Projects dossier and Benefits realization plan.
Duration
| Preparation | 5 Minutes |
| Elaboration: | 25 Minutes |
| Presentation and evaluation: | 20 Minutes. |
Context
In groups, select a real life example
Imagine you have been assigned as potential Programme manager to assist the Board in realizing a strategic objective using MSP.
How will we create a Programme plan, Projects dossier and Benefits realization plan?
Task
• Create the main structure of projects, transition activities and benefits realization and put them in a timeframe/planning
• The group results will be discussed
Method
In groups put your findings on a flipchart and present to the other participants
Syllabus area: PL
Managing Successful Programmes: Appendix A: Programme Plan + Chapter 9: Planning and Control
Risks
Introduction
The participant is able to:
• Identify and analyse different types of risks
Duration
| Preparation | 5 Minutes |
| Elaboration: | 20 Minutes |
| Presentation and evaluation: | 35 Minutes. |
Context
In groups, select a real life example
Imagine you have been assigned as potential Programme manager to assist the Board in realizing a strategic objective using MSP.
How will the Programme Manager identify and assign the relevant risks to the right persons.
Task
• Identify the 4 main risks to the Programme
• The risks need to be of the 4 different types (strategic, programme, operational and project)
• Describe for every risk:
o Probability and Impact
o The most appropriate Risk actionee(s) and the Risk owner(s) - motivate
• The group results will be discussed
Method
In groups, put your findings on a flipchart and present to the other participants
Syllabus area: RM
Managing Successful Programmes: Appendix A: Risk register + Chapter 11: Risk and Issue management
Potential extra assignment for groups that have time left. You can use this on Day 1 in the morning
Extra Assignment: Programme Mandate & Identifying
Introduction
The participant is able to:
• Recognize the essential items in a problem definition
• To describe the expectations of the attitude of the Programme Manager
• Get an idea on the type of programme
Duration
| Preparation | 5 Minutes |
| Elaboration: | 10 Minutes |
| Presentation and evaluation: | 20 Minutes. |
Context
In groups, select a real life example
Imagine you have been assigned as potential Programme manager to assist the Board in realizing a strategic objective using MSP.
How will the potential Programme Manager create an adequate start?
Task
• Read the casus: watch for the interests of the people involved.
• As a potential Programme Manager you do an intake with your second man.
• This will take place in between two meeting of the Board. You will have 5 minutes for the most important questions.
What do you want to know?
• Explain what type of Programme this is
• The group results will be discussed
Method
In groups put your findings on a flipchart and present to the other participants.
Syllabus area: PT
Managing Successful Programmes: Introduction 1.6/1.7/1.8
MSP® Sample Papers
The Official MSP Accreditor Sample Examination Papers Terms of use
Please note that by downloading and/or using this document, you agree to comply with the terms of use outlined below:
1. All sample papers (in electronic or paper format) are for personal use only.
2. The sample papers are intended for the following use only:
• As a study aid for candidates who wish to sit an MSP examination, or
• For reference purposes.
3. By downloading a complimentary digital copy of any of the MSP sample papers, you agree not to:
• Print or reproduce it (unless it is for your own personal use);
• Forward or share it to/with any third party;
• Sell the document.
4. If you wish to use the whole, or part, of this sample paper for any purpose other than for your own study or reference, please contact the AXELOS Accreditation Team (accreditation@axelos.com).
