Tel: 0845 272 4767ISEB Certificate in Programme and Project Support Office (PPSO) Essentials

 

Course Schedule

Sat 18th June and Sat 25th June

To reserve your place, or find out more about the PPSO course, complete our course booking form or contact our training advisors on 0845 272 4767.

Happy Clients

comments “…I would recommend this course to any project support staff seeking to move up their career ladder. Thanks for an interesting course. It was well informed by research and real-world, and the trainer did a great job of reinforcing points of which I was already aware”.
Tolu, Essex

 

comments “…I found the PPSO course extremely useful and informative. I will be able to use the knowledge gained in my day to day work in our programme office. The course was presented in a relaxed and friendly manner”
Antonia, Essex

 

 

ISEB Certificate in Programme and Project Support Office (PPSO) Essentials

To reserve your place, or find out more about this course, contact our training advisors on 0845 272 4767.


Overview

PPSO roles are becoming increasingly pivotal in their overall contribution to Programme and Project Management. For many years, the Programme and Project Management professionals who undertake this role have been overlooked in terms of career development. The ISEB PPSO is the only professional qualification currently available for project support staff.

The Certificate in Programme and Project Support Office ‘Essentials’ has been developed from the support team's perspective and contributes towards the status and professionalism of PPSO staff.

The course is designed to cover the ISEB syllabus leading to the Foundation examination.

What does it cover?

On completion of the ISEB Certificate in Programme and Project Support Office Essentials candidates will be able to demonstrate a good understanding of the following:

  • Programme and Project Organisation Structures
  • Programme and Project Planning
  • Programme and Project Documentation
  • Programme and Project Monitoring and Reporting
  • Exception Situations
  • Risk Management
  • Business Case Techniques
  • Configuration Management
  • Quality Management
  • Supporting the Use of the Techniques

Who Should Attend?

The course is aimed at individuals currently working in Programme or Project Support Office, those that plan to do so, or those wishing to gain entrance into this career path.

Pre-requisites

There are no pre-requisites for attending the PPSO ‘Essentials’ course.

Course Structure

  • 2 Consecutive Saturdays - Non-residential
  • Course runs from 9.00 am to 5.30pm with a break for lunch
  • Delegates are encouraged to network, and share their experiences.

Skills Gained

On completion, candidates should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a good understanding of the ten areas indicated in the syllabus.
  • Exhibit competence in the application of those techniques required to effectively support projects or a programme
  • Show appreciation of the issues and challenges that face Programme and Project Managers.

Examination – Essentials Certificate in Programme and Project Support

Candidates take the ISEB examinations independently, following the conclusion of the 2 days training at Authorised Prometric Test Centres (APTCs).

Structure:

  • The examination will last one hour and will consist of 40 multiple choice questions.
  • The Pass Mark is 26/40
  • The examination may use PRINCE and MSP terminology in addition to generic terms.
  • The examination is available as a Computer Based Exam

Step-by-step guide on how to book an exam with Prometric (.pdf 12 kb)

Follow On Course

Advanced Certificate in Programme and Project Support Office (coming soon)

Course Schedule

Our next course will be held on Sat 18th June and Sat 25th June.

Price

To receive a tailored quotation, call us on 0845 272 4767 or email to enquiry@wateredinc.com.

Price Includes:

  • PPSO ‘Foundation’ Course Materials
  • Instructor Led Tuition
  • Individual and Group Exercises
  • Case Study Materials
  • Refreshments and Lunch

Reservations and Booking

To reserve your place, or find out more about the PPSO course, complete our course booking form or contact our training advisors on 0845 272 4767.

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