P3M3 Certification (Portfolio, Programme and Project Management Maturity Model)

Why Select this Training Course?

The P3M3 Certification course is a vital professional milestone for leaders seeking to bolster their capabilities in portfolio, programme, and project management. It steers you through the complexities of maturity models and provides practical steps for improvement and benchmarking against best practices. This course offers an intricate understanding of the P3M3 model, laid out by the UK’s Office of Government Commerce, and its application in assessing and escalating an organization’s process maturity.

Can this course help in evaluating our current maturity levels?

Absolutely. It equips you with the tools and knowledge to measure existing processes against the P3M3 standards and precisely diagnose areas for enhancement.

Is the course aligned with contemporary management practices?

It is fully aligned and constantly updated to reflect the latest in modern management practices, ensuring you apply the most current and effective strategies.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for:

• Executives responsible for organisational governance
• Portfolio, Programme, and Project Managers
• PMO Directors and Managers
• Business Change Managers
• Consultants targeting maturity assessments
• Those aspiring to improve their organisation’s delivery capability

What are the Course Objectives?

Participants will:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the P3M3 model
• Assess maturity levels across portfolios, programmes, and projects
• Identify and implement improvement strategies
• Understand the enablers for enhancing maturity levels
• Navigate the P3M3 model for long-term business excellence and sustainability

How will this course be presented?

The course utilises:

• Expert-led seminars and in-depth lectures
• Case studies reflecting real-world application
• Interactive group discussions and exercises
• Role-play scenarios to practice assessments
• Access to the latest digital assessment tools

What are the Topics Covered in this Course?

Module 1: Introduction to P3M3 Maturity Model

• Overview of the P3M3 framework
• Comparison with other maturity models
• Understanding the five maturity levels
• Key concepts of Process Perspectives
• Organisational attributes for maturity
• Capability levels within P3M3
• Diagnosing strengths and weaknesses of current practices
• Core outcome expectations for each level
• Process assessments and capability gradings
• Integration of P3M3 with business objectives
• P3M3 as a tool for continuous improvement

Module 2: The P3M3 and Organisational Governance

• Aligning organisational structures with P3M3 principles
• Importance of governance in process maturity
• Role of leadership in driving maturity levels
• Establishing clear roles and responsibilities
• Implementing governance frameworks within P3M3

Module 3: Portfolio Management and P3M3

• Establishing portfolio direction and oversight
• Prioritising investments using P3M3
• Ensuring strategic alignment in portfolio management
• Portfolio reporting and communication
• Portfolio risk management within the context of P3M3

Module 4: Programme Management with P3M3

• Tailoring the programme approach to maturity levels
• Managing benefits realisation in programmes
• Programme governance as per P3M3 guidelines
• Stakeholder engagement and communication strategies
• Effective tracking and monitoring for programmes
• Change control and decision-making with P3M3

Module 5: Project Management Maturity with P3M3

• Project planning and control processes
• Aligning project management with overall strategy
• Applying P3M3 to project execution
• Advanced project risk management techniques
• Managing project resources for improved maturity
• Customising project lifecycle processes for P3M3
• Leadership and team capabilities for project success
• Implementing effective quality management systems
• Managing change in a project context
• Continuous improvement mechanisms for projects
• Data management and information systems in P3M3
• Balancing stakeholder expectations with project delivery
• Using P3M3 to enhance project governance

Module 6: Capability and Maturity Assessment Techniques

• Conducting internal maturity assessments
• Utilising maturity models for external benchmarking
• Assessment tools and resources
• Interpretation of P3M3 assessment results
• Planning improvement initiatives post-assessment

Module 7: Enabling Technologies and P3M3

• The role of IT in maturity advancement
• Selecting and implementing programme and portfolio management systems
• Data analytics for maturity assessments and improvements
• Collaborative platforms for knowledge sharing
• Digital transformation aligned with P3M3
• Integrating P3M3 with existing IT frameworks
• Cybersecurity and data integrity within P3M3
• Use of artificial intelligence and machine learning in P3M3 assessments
• Exploring SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS in the context of P3M
• Adoption of Agile and its influence on maturity levels
• Establishing a digital PMO and its impact on P3M3

Module 8: Process Improvement and Change Management in P3M3

• Identifying process improvement opportunities within P3M3 framework
• Change management principles in relation to P3M3 adoption
• Structuring process improvement teams for optimal results
• Managing resistance to change within the maturity journey
• Tailoring process improvement methodologies to fit organizational culture
• Sustaining change for long-term maturity growth
• Creating and maintaining a culture of continuous improvement
• Designing and implementing process dashboards for tracking improvements
• Benchmarking progress and celebrating milestones
• Establishing a feedback loop for process refinement
• Advanced techniques for embedding changes into daily routines
• Utilising P3M3 for strategic initiative alignment

Module 9: Advanced Analytics for Maturity Assessment

• Leveraging analytics to identify maturity gaps
• Utilising predictive analytics for forecasting maturity progression
• Establishing metrics and KPIs for maturity assessment
• Advanced visualisation techniques for communicating assessment outcomes
• Interpretation of analytics for strategic decision making

Module 10: Strategic Alignment and Benefits Realisation

• Linking P3M3 with strategic planning
• Driving organisational change with mature project execution
• Ensuring benefits realisation through mature portfolio management
• Measurement and evaluation of strategic outcomes from maturity improvements
• Incorporating maturity models into business case development

Module 11: P3M3 Integration with Quality Standards

• Aligning P3M3 maturity with ISO quality standards
• Synergy between P3M3 and other excellence models
• Utilising quality audits in the context of P3M3
• Incorporating Six Sigma techniques into process improvements
• Continuous quality enhancements alongside P3M3 progression

Module 12: Future Trends and Innovations in Maturity Models

• Emerging trends in maturity models and assessments
• The evolution of P3M3 in the digital era
• Adapting the P3M3 model to future organisational challenges
• Innovation-driven maturity advancements
• Future-proofing your organisation with adaptable maturity processes