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MSP® (Managing Successful Programmes)

Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®) 5th Edition, Practitioner – Virtual Classroom

Course Overview

This Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®) Practitioner Virtual Classroom training course was developed as a solution to create a solution for executing business transformational change. Due to the success of this qualification, MSP® certificates are now considered to be the go-to certification for program management methodology.

MSP® is the must-have certification for Programme, Project, and Change Managers, so if you are already in this industry, or are looking for a career in this field, an MSP® Practitioner certification will help advance your career progression.

MSP can be used in conjunction with a range of other Project Management certificates, including PRINCE2® and MoP®. 

Our MSP® Practitioner training course is delivered by Virtual Classroom with our expert trainers, who will help you learn and successfully demonstrate industry best practice in project management and business strategy execution. The Practitioner level will teach you how to implement the theory you have learned during your Foundation training. 

Includes Official MSP® Digital Manual.

If you have not yet earned your Foundation certificate and you're looking to gain both qualifications, why not consider our Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®) Foundation & Practitioner training

This course benefits from our Exam Pass Guarantee* and is also available in an Online format.

MSP® is a registered trademark of AXELOS Limited, used under permission of AXELOS Limited. The swirl logo ™ is a trade mark of AXELOS Limited, used under permission of AXELOS Limited. All rights reserved.

Key features

  • Delivery Method: Virtual Classroom
  • Exam: Included
  • Duration: 2 Days
  • Official Manual Included
  • Accredited by PeopleCert for AXELOS
  • Join a community of over 625,000
  • Interest-free Payments
  • Exam Pass Guarantee*
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Key features
  • Delivery Method: Virtual Classroom
  • Exam: Included
  • Duration: 2 Days
  • Official Manual Included
  • Accredited by PeopleCert for AXELOS
  • Join a community of over 625,000
  • Interest-free Payments
  • Exam Pass Guarantee*

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Course Details

Why study the Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®) course with e-Careers?

We have developed an expert team over the last 10 years since our inception. In that time, we have trained over 625,000 delegates globally, which has helped offer the highest quality training, and we have earned a 5-star rating on Trustpilot, from over 10,000 students. 

By refining our processes, partner relationships, and course materials, we can offer high-quality training solutions for our delegates.

You will also benefit from:

  •    Exam Pass Guarantee*.
  •    Includes Official MSP® Digital Manual.
  •    Fast-track your learning with our Virtual Classroom course.
  •    Enhance your career prospects.
  •    Learn from expert trainers, with vast experience in this field.
  •    We offer interest-free payment options.

How does the Exam Pass Guarantee work?

We have found our Virtual Classroom training has provided higher pass rates, which has made us confident to offer an Exam Pass Guarantee, so you know we’ll support you until you are certified.

With our Exam Pass Guarantee, if you do not pass the exam after attending this training course with us, you will be eligible to attend the same training again for free.

All we ask is that you:

  •    Attend all class days and complete all assignments.
  •    Take the exam within 30 days of completing your Virtual Classroom training.
  •    Request your course re-enrolment within 30 days of the failed exam attempt.

Please Note:

Students retaking the course are required to use the materials and books distributed to them in their original course session. Failure to provide these materials will result in the student being charged for replacement materials.

*Exam Pass Guarantee does not include the resit exam; this would need to be purchased at an additional cost.

Is the Managing Successful Programmes course suitable for me? 

Our MSP® Practitioner Training course would be beneficial to you, if you are a:

  •    Project or Programme Manager looking to enhance your skills.
  •    Project team member who needs to understand and apply the processes involved in corporate programmes.
  •    Individuals considering a career change into programme and project management.
  •    Project and Programme Managers looking to study towards the full MSP® qualification for experience and validation.

Earning MSP® professional qualifications will benefit individuals and organisations in many ways.

Benefits for Individuals

  •    Embark on a lucrative career.
  •    Salary’s range from £40-80k.
  •    High employability.
  •    Gain the knowledge, tools, and skills many Project Managers lack.
  •    Understand how to manage changes and risks efficiently.
  •    Become a great leader, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 

Benefits to organisations

  •    More effective delivery of change.
  •    Improve control of costs, standards, and quality.
  •    Provide comprehensive definition of roles and responsibilities within the business.

If you have not yet earned your Foundation certificate, you will first need to take our Managing Successful Programmes (MSP®) Foundation training

What jobs can I apply for after my Managing Successful Programmes training? 

Earning your MSP® Practitioner certificate will provide you with the necessary skills to manage large business transformation projects, or groups of projects that make up a programme.

Typical job roles with MSP® certifications include:

  •    Portfolio Programme Manager - £60k
  •    Programme Manager – £60k
  •    Applications Programme Manager - £65k
  •    Programme Manager Digital Transformation - £70k
  •    Portfolio Programme Manager - £70k
  •    Delivery Programme Director - £100k

(Source: Glassdoor)

Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner Syllabus

Learning Outcome

Practitioner Level

  •    Expand on the knowledge you’ve gained from the Foundation Level.
  •    Be able to demonstrate sufficient ability to tailor and apply the MSP® programme management framework.
  •    Start applying the framework to real programmes in your organisation.

MSP Syllabus

  •    MSP philosophy and structure
  •    The 7 MSP® Principles
  •    The 7 governance themes
  •    The 7 processes in the programme lifecycle

Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner Exam Details

IMPORTANT : You will need to ensure your device is compatible for you to take your exams. Please check and follow the official guidelines here.

Exam Format - Scenario based multiple choice

Duration - 2.5 hours

Open book – MSP® publication only

Pass Mark – 42/70 (60%)

MSP® is a [registered] trade mark of AXELOS Limited, used under permission of AXELOS Limited. All rights reserved. The Swirl logo™ is a trade mark of AXELOS Limited, used under permission of AXELOS Limited. All rights reserved.

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