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Why This Course Matters
The P3O® Foundation course equips participants with the knowledge to establish and manage effective portfolio, programme, and project offices that support organisational strategy and governance.
Who Should Attend
What You Will Be Able to Do
- Understand the P3O® model for portfolio, programme, and project offices
- Learn how to design and implement the right P3O® model for your organisation
- Master P3O® roles, functions, and services
- Understand how to align the PMO/P3O with organisational strategy
- Know how to measure and demonstrate the value of a P3O
- Be fully prepared to take and pass the P3O® Foundation certification exam
Programme
Practical Exercises & Labs
- Case study: Design a P3O® model for a mid-size organization — define functions, services, and roles
- Workshop: Assess organizational readiness and select the right P3O® model type
- Group exercise: Create a P3O® value proposition and business case
- Mock exam: Full practice exam with debrief
Practical Deliverables
Teaching Methods
Certification & Exam Alignment
Certification alignment: P3O® Foundation (AXELOS / PeopleCert)
This course prepares participants for the P3O® Foundation certification exam, administered by PeopleCert. The exam is taken online with remote proctoring. Exam format: Multiple choice, 60 minutes, 75 questions, 50% pass mark, closed book. The exam voucher is included in the course fee. The exam is administered independently by PeopleCert, an external certification body.
The exam is not automatically included unless explicitly stated. The exam may be administered independently by the relevant certification body or testing provider.
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