P3O Overview Training Courses
Course Objective
To introduce the topics covered by the Cabinet Office Portfolio, Programme and Project Office guidance.
Delegate Profile
This workshop is suitable for individuals newly-appointed to a portfolio, programme or project office environment; or senior managers considering the introduction or re-configuration of such a structure within their organisation. (Support offices may go by many names including Portfolio Office, Centre of Excellence, Enterprise or Corporate Programme Office.)
Topics Covered
The following topics will be introduced:
- Overview of Method
- Project Management Concepts
- Programme Management Concepts
- Portfolio Management Concepts
- P3O Overview
- P3O Maturity
Trainer Profile
All AFA P3O trainers have undergone the rigorous approvals process administered by the APM Group on behalf of the UK cabinet Office. They are practising project and programme managers with considerable experience in a wide range of industry sectors. The use of hybrid trainer-managers is of great benefit to delegates and ensures that illustration and anecdotes have up-to-date validity and that the training given, whilst being true to the syllabus is also pragmatic.
Duration
This workshop is one day in duration.
Location
AFA open courses are held at approximately six week intervals at a range of venues across the UK. All venues have been chosen for their modern equipment and ease of access from major road, rail and air routes. Alternatively client events can be arranged on-site or at a suitable venue nearby.
Course Arrangements & Cost
Open course places cost £295+VAT per delegate. Included in the cost of the course are:
- Joining instructions and pre-course preparation pack
- Access to the AFA Atrium
- Official publication 'Portfolio, Programme & Project Offices'
- Printed course material
- Daytime refreshments
- ProjectCoach Service
Joining instructions and P3O manual, are sent out approximately 2 - 3 weeks before the course start date.
We would be pleased to provide a quote for an in-house event, based on location and delegate numbers. Please contact us for further information.
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