MSP® Foundation

MSP® Foundation Outline

Module 1: Understand Key Concepts Relating Programmes and MSP

• Recall the Definition of:

  • Programme

  • 3 Lenses of MSP: Principles, Themes, and the Processes Across the Programme Lifecycle

  • Enterprise Agility

• Describe:

  • Characteristics of a Programme

  • Common Reasons Why Programme Management Is Used

  • Common Challenges That MSP Is Designed Address

  • Programme Environment
     

Module 2: Understand How the MSP Principles Underpin the MSP Framework

• Explain the MSP Principles:

  • Lead With Purpose

  • Collaborate Across Boundaries

  • Deal With Ambiguity

  • Align With Priorities

  • Deploy Diverse Skills

  • Realise Measurable Benefits

  • Bring Pace and Value
     

Module 3: Understand the MSP Themes and How They Are Applied Throughout the Programme

• Explain:

  • Purpose of the Programme Strategy

  • Purpose of Programme Governance

  • Purpose of Programme Plans

  • Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) Cycle and Its Applicability Risks and Issues

• Organisation Theme:

  • Explain the Purpose of the Organisation Theme

  • Describe the Key Relationships Between the Organisation Theme and the Principles

  • Explain the Purpose of the Key Documents Required Support the Organisation Theme

  • Define Key Concepts Related the Organisation Theme

  • Describe the Purpose and Responsibilities of Roles

• Design Theme:

  • Explain the Purpose of the Design Theme

  • Describe the Key Relationships Between the Design Theme and the Principles

  • Explain the Purpose of the Key Documents Required Support the Design Theme

  • Define Key Concepts Related the Design Theme

  • Describe the Types and Paths

• Justification Theme:

  • Explain the Purpose of the Justification Theme

  • Describe the Key Relationships Between the Justification Theme and the Principles

  • Explain the Purpose of the Key Documents Required Support the Justification Theme

  • Define Key Concepts Related the Justification Theme

  • Describe the Types and Paths

• Structure Theme:

  • Explain the Purpose of the Structure Theme

  • Describe the Key Relationships Between the Structure Theme and the Principles

  • Explain the Purpose and Characteristics of the Key Documents Required Support the Structure Theme

  • Define Key Concepts Related the Structure Theme

  • Describe the Types and Paths

• Knowledge Theme:

  • Explain the Purpose of the Knowledge Theme

  • Describe the Key Relationships Between the Knowledge Theme and the Principles

  • Explain the Purpose of the Key Documents Required Support the Knowledge Theme

  • Describe the Types and Paths

• Assurance Theme:

  • Explain the Purpose of the Assurance Theme

  • Describe the Key Relationships Between the Assurance Theme and the Principles

  • Explain the Purpose of the Key Documents Required Support the Assurance Theme

  • Define Key Concepts Related the Assurance Theme

  • Describe the Types and Paths

• Decisions Theme:

  • Explain the Purpose of the Decisions Theme

  • Describe the Key Relationships Between the Decisions Theme and the Principles

  • Explain the Purpose of the Key Documents Required Support the Decisions Theme

  • Define Key Concepts Related the Decisions Theme

  • Describe the Types and Paths
     

Module 4: Understand the MSP Processes and How They are Carried Out Throughout the Programme

• Explain the Purposes of the Processes Within the MSP Lifecycle

• Explain the Objectives of the MSP Processes

• Explain the Context of the MSP Processes

What You’ll Learn in this Course

This course takes you through the essential principles of programme management using the globally recognised MSP framework. From understanding the foundation to applying structured approaches for managing transformational change, each step equips you with the skills to support and contribute to successful programme delivery.

• Learn the key principles, themes, and governance structure of MSP

• Learn how to manage multiple related projects within a programme framework

• Learn to identify, track, and realise measurable benefits for the organisation

• Learn how to define clear roles, responsibilities, and leadership structures

• Learn to manage risks, dependencies, and stakeholders across programmes

• Learn to align programme outcomes with long-term organisational objectives