Praxis Framework™ Bridging

Praxis Framework™ Bridging Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Praxis Framework™ Bridging 

• Praxis Context 

• Goals of P3 Management 

• Central Elements of Both Project and Programme Management 

• Typical Characteristics of Programme Management 

• Core Elements of Portfolio Management 

• Commonly Identified Areas of Complexity for Projects and Programmes 

• Time to Drop Quality 

• Expansion of the Triple Constraint within the Praxis Method 

• Praxis and Other P3 Guidance 

• Praxis Delivery Functions 
   

Module 2: Life Cycle 

• Typical Serial and Parallel Project Life Cycle 

• Typical Programme and Portfolio Life Cycle 

• Characteristics of an Agile Project and its Relationship with the Triple Constraint 

• Scrum Development Process Used in Agile Projects 

• Praxis and DSDM Agile 
   

Module 3: Project and Programme Processes 

• Identification Processes 

• Sponsorship Process 

• Review Request for Authorisation 

• Provide Management Support 

• Confirm Closure 

• Goals and Characteristics of a Sponsorship 

• Leadership 

• Hersey and Blanchard 

• Adair’s Action-Centred Leader 

• Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs 

• P3 Management Terms 

• Hertzberg 
   

Module 4: Knowledge Management 

• Goals of Knowledge Management 

• Establishing Knowledge Management 

• Goals of Capability and Maturity Management 

• CMMI Capability and Maturity Levels 

• Review Previous Lessons 

• Prepare Brief 

• Prepare Definition Plan 

• Stakeholder Management 

• Stakeholder Map 

• Stakeholder Register 

• Goals of Influencing 

• Cialdini’s Six Principles of Influence 

• Cohen and Bradford Influence Model 

• Ethics 

• Montana and Charnov’s Seven Forms of Power
   

Module 5: Business Case Management 

• Business Case 

• Justification 

• Prepare Definition Plan   

• Definition Process 

• Appoint Definition Team 

• Pre-Authorisation Work 

• Plan Delivery 

• Consolidate Definition Documentation 

• Standard Project Structure 

• Programme Structure 

• Teamwork 

• Belbin Team Roles 

• Tuckman 

• Katzenbach and Smith’s Level of Teamwork 

• Conflict Management 

• Thamhain and Wilemon - Sources of Conflict 

• Conflict Management Models Maccoby and Scudder 

• Conflict Management Models Thomas-Kilmann 
   

Module 6: Planning 

• Management Plans 

• Inherent Uncertainty 

• Delivery Plans 

• Typical Sections of a Delivery Plan 

• Scope Management 

• Scope Management Procedure 

• Terminology of Scope 

• Scope Documents and Product Documents 

• Product Definition Techniques 

• Scope Management Plan 

• Requirements Management 

• Characteristics of a Well Specified Requirement 

• Purpose of Value Management 

• Solutions Development 

• Benefits Management 

• Benefits Management Plan 

• Change Control 

• Configuration Management
   

Module 7: Schedule Management 

• Time Scheduling 

• Factors Affecting Choice of Technique 

• Gantt Chart 

• Network Diagram – Precedence Diagram 

• Critical Path Analysis 

• Forward Pass 

• Backward Pass 

• Float Calculations 

• Types of Floats
   

Module 8: Resource Scheduling 

• Resource Limited Scheduling 

• Schedule Management Plan 
   

Module 9: Options for Manipulating Resources 

• Estimating Techniques 

• Finance Management 

• Investment Appraisal 

• Factors to be Included 

• Investment Appraisal Techniques 

• Scoring and Payback Methods 

• Discounted Cash Flow 

• Funding 

• Budgeting, Cost, and Base Control 

• Major Components of a P3 Budget 

• Types of Costs to be Tracked 

• Finance Management Plan 
   

Module 10: Risk Management 

• Risk Context 

• Risk Assessment Techniques 

• Probability-Impact Assessment 

• Risk Responses 

• Risk Management Plan 

• Risk Register 

• Change Management 

• Change Management Models 

• Change Management Plan 
   

Module 11: Information Management 

• Information Management Plan 

• Control 

• Categories of Control Techniques 

• RAG Reports 

• Control Management Plan 

• Earned Value Management 

• Where Will the Trend Lead? 
   

Module 12: Resource Management 

• Procurement 

• Contract Management 

• Goals of Negotiation 

• Typical Procedure of Negotiation 

• Shell’s Five Styles of Negotiation 

• Mobilisation and Delivery Process 

• Authorise Work 

• Progress Report 

• Update and Communicate 

• Accept Completed Work 

• Boundaries Process 

• Close and Review Previous Tranche/Stage 

• Assemble Documentation 

• Assurance 

• Development Process 

• Accept Work Package 

• Context of the Development Process 

• Closure Process 

• Prepare for Closure 

• Benefits Realisation Process 

• Prepare for Transition 

• Conclude Transition 

• Delegation 

• SMART Objectives 

• MoSCoW Prioritisation 

• Prepare for Closure 

• Review 

• Benefits Realisation Process 

• Interpersonal Skills 

• Goals of Communication 

• David Berlo’s Components of Communication 

What You’ll Learn in this Course

This course takes you from understanding the relationship between Praxis and other frameworks to confidently applying its integrated approach. Each stage enhances your ability to manage projects and programmes effectively within the Praxis structure. 
 

• Learn how Praxis integrates with frameworks like PRINCE2®, MSP®, and APM 

• Learn to apply Praxis principles in real-world project and programme settings 

• Learn how to use Praxis for improved governance and delivery efficiency 

• Learn to manage stakeholders, risks, and performance using Praxis techniques 

• Learn how to align Praxis practices with organisational objectives 

• Learn to prepare effectively for the Praxis Framework™ Bridging exam 

Praxis Framework™ Bridging Exam Information

The Praxis Framework™ Bridging Exam assesses a learner’s ability to apply the principles and concepts of the Praxis Framework™ in real-world project and programme management scenarios. This certification focuses on evaluating practical competence in implementing integrated project and programme management practices within the framework. 

• Question Type: Multiple Choice  

• Total Marks: 80 Marks  

• Pass Marks: 50%, or 40/80 Marks  

• Duration: 150 Minutes   

• Type: Open book