About The Course
House of PMO – Essentials for PMO Analysts ™ Virtual
Why should I take the House of PMO Essentials – Analysts virtual course?
In a time of accelerating change, effective PMOs, can help deliver successful projects, programmes and portfolios. The PMO Analyst supports the PMO Manager to deliver these initiatives. They also support the Project, Programme or Portfolio Manager and their teams with co-ordination planning, control, reporting, analysis, and insights.
Essentials for PMO Analysts Training and Certification is aimed at current PMO Analysts and those moving from project management into a PMO role. Candidates should have foundation level knowledge of project, programme or portfolio management.
Who should attend this class?
Current or aspiring PMO Analysts. The training and certification are also appropriate for those moving from project management into a PMO role. Pre-requisites are applicable for this scheme, see below.
What is included:
The course includes:
- 4 days of training from a House of PMO accredited instructor
- Official material (electronic version PDF)
- Sample exam questions
- House of PMO online exam 24/7 (webcam required) + Certificate
- 35 PDUs if you are a PMP
Not included with the course, but we highly recommend participants purchase:
– PMO Service Catalogue: An Insight into what PMOs do (ISBN 1527287025)
– The PMO Competency Framework (ISBN 1838395202)
What will I learn:
- What a PMO Analyst does
- The fifteen key competency areas required to support delivery activities in projects, programmes and portfolios, such as planning, scheduling, risk management, change control and benefits management.
- The fundamentals of the design, implementation, running and closing down of a PMO service
- The key knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to a competent PMO Analyst
What are the course prerequisites:
You need foundational level knowledge of projects, programmes or portfolios – any formally recognized Project Management certification at Foundation level or above will be accepted. For example:
– Essentials for PMO Administrators Certification.
– A Foundation Certificate in AgilePM®, APM PFQ, CAPM, MSP, PgMP®, PM4SD™, PMQ, PMP®, Praxis Framework™ or PRINCE2®.
– Any other Project Management certificate at a Foundation level (including internal or non-certified courses).
What are the course contents:
This is the APMG-International course. It covers the Essentials for PMO Analysts syllabus.
Key Learning Points:
PMO Roles
PMO Services
P3M Administration
P3M Delivery Support
Benefits and Value Management
Business Case
Planning and Scheduling
Change Control
Financial Management
P3M Administration
Quality Management
Issue Management
Risk Management
Resource Management
Supplier Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Knowledge Management
Information Management
Reporting, Insights and Analysis
Change Management
Delivery Methods
Governance Framework
Assurance
P3M Tools
Exam:
Which exam is included in this course?
This course includes the Essentials for PMO Analysts exam.
House of PMO exam
The exam is designed to test your knowledge and understanding.
- 75 multiple choice questions
- Closed book exam
- 90 minutes duration
- 50% needed to pass – 38 correct marks
When is the exam taken?
On day 1 of the virtual course, you will receive a link from the exam authority APMG-International. You will be able to schedule the exam in the portal anytime you want 24/7. You can change the time of the exam as you please. However, if you change the date 24hrs prior to start time, APMG will charge a fee.
A webcam is required to identify yourself to the proctor with a photographic ID and then you can do the exam online from home.
What are the technical requirements for the online exam?
A personal computer is recommended to avoid any technical issues. If you are using an office computer, make sure you have the access rights or IT support at the time of the exam. For the online proctored exam an interface needs to be installed. Administrative rights are therefore essential.
Exams can be taken on a recent MAC or PC with Windows. A webcam and working microphone (internal or external) are required. Also, you must install either the browser ‘Google Chrome’ or ‘Firefox’.
The online exam is not available on a tablet (Ipad) or Cellular phone at the moment.
How does the course prepare me for the exam?
The course follows the official Essentials for PMO Analysts syllabus. During the course, you practice with the latest exam paper from APMG-International.
Do I need ID for the Essentials for PMO exam?
You must have a photographic ID with you. A driver’s license or passport is fine. A work ID, with photograph, is also acceptable.
English is not my native tongue?
For exams done in another language than your native tongue, you will be attributed 25% more time. We can also help with dyslexia or medical issues regarding exams if you submit a doctor’s note in advance.
How long does my qualification last?
The Essentials for PMO Analysts qualification is permanent.
What happens if I don’t pass the exam?
If you don’t pass the exam you can do a re-sit for an additional fee.
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