Exercises during the MSP Practitioner training course
During the training course examples from delegate real life experiences are discussed during the rehearsal of the MSP theory.
Questions from the Practitioner sample exams are attempted and discussed after a theme, process or principle has been dealt with.
To Practice with the theory delegates are encouraged to also practice with the two available Foundation sample exams added to this courseware.
Optional assignment: Transformational Flow
Introduction
The participant is able to explain and discuss the Transformational Flow processes.
Duration
| Preparation | 5 Minutes |
| Elaboration: | 15 Minutes |
| Presentation, discussion and evaluation: | 100 Minutes |
Context
In groups, select a real life example
Imagine you have been assigned as potential programme manager to assist the Board in realizing a strategic objective, using the structure of MSP. Give them an overview of the Transformational Flow.
Task
Create and prepare an interactive presentation (15 min) in which you explain one of the TF processes. The trainer will choose the process
The group results will be discussed
Method
In groups, put the presentation on a flipchart and present to the other participants.
Syllabus area: TF
Managing Successful Programmes: Book Part 3: Transformational Flow
Organization
Introduction
The participant is able to design an optimal organization for managing a programme and to discuss and explain why the different persons have a specific role.
Duration
| Preparation | 5 Minutes |
| Elaboration: | 15 Minutes |
| Presentation and evaluation: | 20 Minutes |
Context
In groups, select a real life example
Imagine you have been assigned as potential Programme manager to assist the Board in realizing a strategic objective using MSP.
How will the right people be assigned to the right roles in the programme?
Task
Discuss and describe in groups setting up the programme organization according to MSP. The roles of Sponsoring Group, Programme Board, SRO, BCM, PO, Change Team need to be assigned. You will be the programme manager.
The group results will be discussed
Method
In groups, put the result on a flipchart and present to the other participants
Syllabus area: OP
Managing Successful Programmes: Appendix A; Table A.5 + Chapter 4: Organization
Vision statement
Introduction
The participant is able to describe the Vision in a brief and powerful manner.
Duration
| Preparation | 5 Minutes |
| Elaboration: | 15 Minutes |
| Presentation and evaluation: | 20 Minutes |
Context
In groups, select a real life example
Imagine you have been assigned as potential Programme manager to assist the Board in realizing a strategic objective using MSP.
How does the potential Programme Manager assist the organization in formulating and presenting the Programme Vision?
Task
• Describe the programme vision.
• Present to the group the vision of the programme, in such a way that the group is eager to participate.
• The group results will be discussed
Method
In groups, Put the result on a flipchart and present to the other participants.
Make sure you recognize and address different stakeholder groups, such as:
• Board members, shareholders and management
• Press
• Employees
Syllabus area: VS
Managing Successful Programmes: Appendix A; Vision Statement Chapter 5: Vision
Stakeholders
Introduction
The participant is able to:
• Describe and distinguish with different stakeholders and to create a stakeholder map explaining the relations
• Explain the relations between stakeholders and the organization.
Duration
| Preparation | 5 Minutes |
| Elaboration: | 20 Minutes |
| Presentation and evaluation: | 25 Minutes. |
Context
In groups, select a real life example
Imagine you have been assigned as potential Programme manager to assist the Board in realizing a strategic objective using MSP.
Which interest (stake) have the different people in the programme and are the right people assigned in the right roles for the programme?
Task
• Perform a stakeholder analysis. View the different interests, dilemmas and change in attitude the participants in the programme need to face
• Explain if based on the analysis you want to improve the organization
• The group results will be discussed
Method
In groups, put the result on a flipchart and present findings to the other participants
Syllabus area: LS
Managing Successful Programmes: Appendix A: Stakeholder profiles + Chapter 6: Leadership and stakeholder engagement
Benefits
Introduction
The participant is able to:
• Recognize the strategic