MSP® 5th Edition Foundation & Practitioner Classroom

By the end of the course, you should:

Foundation

• Understand key concepts relating to programmes and MSP
• Understand how the MSP principles underpin the MSP framework
• Understand the MSP themes and how they are applied throughout the programme
• Understand the MSP processes and how they are carried out throughout the programme

Practitioner

• Understand how to apply the MSP principles in context
• Understand how to apply and tailor relevant aspects of the MSP themes in context
• Understand how to apply and tailor relevant aspects of the MSP processes in context

Foundation

• Introduction to MSP & the principles​
• Themes
• Lifecycle​

Practitioner

• Introduction to MSP Practitioner exam
• Themes
• Lifecycle

This is an intensive five-day course that includes the following:

• All accompanying course material (hardcopy)                                                                   
• Online pre-course
• The official MSP manual (digital & hardcopy)                                                                         
• MSP process map (hardcopy)
• The cost of the MSP Foundation and Practitioner examinations (valid for 12 months from purchase date. Exams must be taken online via remote proctor)

Optional extras:

• Take2 exam insurance – A cost effective solution, providing insurance and peace of mind if things don’t go to plan with your first exam attempt. For more information and terms and conditions click here
• MSP 5th Edition Foundation exam simulator: Unlock exam success with our exam simulator! Conquer tests confidently with randomized multiple-choice practice questions and instant feedback. Enjoy unlimited access for 12 months from point of purchase.
• MSP 5th Edition  Practitioner exam simulator: Unlock exam success with our exam simulator! Conquer tests confidently with practice questions and feedback. Enjoy unlimited access for 12 months from point of purchase.

Materials

Hardcopy ILX course material: You will be provided with a printed version of the ILX course material. This will be issued on day one of your course.

Digital and hardcopy official manual: You will be given access to both a digital and hardcopy version of the official manual. The hardcopy will be issued on day one of your course with your course material. For the digital version you will be sent an email invitation approximately two working days prior to course commencement to register on the Peoplecert portal. Once registered you will be able to access the digital version of your manual. Please note: There is a 5-year limitation in accessing your eBook.

Exams are taken online via remote proctor. You will be sent an email invitation approximately two working days prior to course commencement to register on the Peoplecert portal. Once registered you will be able to book your online exam at a date and time of your choice. You are responsible for booking your own exam. For more information about how to take your exam and the technical requirements, please click here. 

Please note: We would like to inform you that during open book exams candidates can use only official hard copy books or softcopy e-books available only through VitalSource on a secondary device. 

Recertification: This certification has a renew within three years of the award date to remain current. There are multiple ways to recertify, more information regarding the options can be found here.

Exam format

Foundation

• 60 minutes
• Multiple choice
• 60 questions
• 60% pass mark (36/60)
• Closed book

Practitioner

• Open book (Only the MSP 5th Edition manual is permitted)
• 60% pass mark (42/70)
• 150-minute duration
• Multiple choice

This course would be suitable for:

• Programme managers and aspiring programme managers
• Project managers/senior project managers
• Business change managers
• Other key staff involved in the design, development and delivery of projects, including project board members (e.g. executive), project assurance, and project support
• Operational line managers/staff (e.g. process owners) operating within a programme environment
• Portfolio management staff
• Specialist programme staff

There are no formal pre-requisites for the MSP 5th Edition Foundation examination however you must have passed the MSP 5th Edition Foundation prior to undertaking the MSP 5th Edition Practitioner examination.

Pre-course

There is mandatory online pre-course work that must be undertaken prior to attending this course. You will be sent full instructions prior to the event. Full instructions with a link to the online pre-course will be issued within 48 hours of your confirmed booking.  In addition, whilst attending the course there will also be some exam preparation evening work.