This program is designed for PMO (Project Management Office) professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in project assurance and governance. It offers a practical approach to implementing assurance processes that uphold quality and mitigate risks across projects. Through structured learning and hands-on activities, participants will gain skills in planning and conducting audits, applying assurance frameworks, managing stakeholder communication, and generating effective assurance reports. This training emphasises real-world application through case studies and collaborative exercises, equipping attendees to lead assurance practices in PMOs confidently.

The course is structured as a weekly 2-hour workshop, typically held on Mondays, over a 4-week period. After each session, participants will receive self-study materials and exercises to complete before the following workshop.

Week 1: Foundations of PMO Assurance

• Objective: Introduce the fundamentals of PMO assurance and its role within organisational governance.
• Topics:
  • Understanding Assurance: Define and differentiate assurance (PMO and Technical) vs. quality control.
  • Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC): Explore these three critical areas within PMOs.
  • The Three Lines Model: Understanding the PMO’s position in risk and control.
• Activities: Case study on PMO assurance, interactive discussion on GRC challenges.

Week 2: Frameworks and Integrated Assurance

• Objective: Deepen understanding of integrated assurance and the role of various frameworks in maintaining project quality.
• Topics:
  • Assurance Frameworks: Key frameworks like ISO standards and how they shape PMO work.
  • Integrated Assurance: How PMOs support seamless risk oversight across functions.
  • Collaboration with Stakeholders: Effective communication across assurance roles.
• Activities: Framework comparison activity, simulation of assurance audits.

Week 3: Conducting Project Reviews and Audits

• Objective: Equip participants with techniques for planning and executing effective project reviews.
• Topics:
  • Types of Reviews: Different types of project audits (gateway reviews, health checks).
  • Planning for Assurance: Steps to prepare for and structure an audit.
  • Tools and Techniques: Utilizing software and methodologies for audits.
• Activities: Mock project audit, breakout groups discussing audit case studies.

Week 4: Reporting, Follow-Up, and Continuous Improvement

• Objective: Learn to report on findings effectively and ensure improvements are implemented.
• Topics:
  • Documentation and Reporting: Best practices for clear, actionable reporting.
  • Follow-Up Processes: Techniques for ensuring corrective actions are taken.
  • Continuous Improvement: Integrating assurance findings into future planning.
• Activities: Final project (plan and present a mini-assurance report), group feedback.

Each week includes practical applications, ensuring that participants develop hands-on assurance experience. This program would build skills in line with PMO assurance best practices while reinforcing key concepts through collaborative activities and real-world case studies.

Knowledge Level: Intermediate

CPE Hours: 15

Delivery Format: Facilitator-led training via Zoom (Note: This training program will be delivered online using Zoom. Registrations will be strictly limited to 12 participants to allow maximum interaction in the online environment.)

For Funds Transfer payments: Download the funds transfer registration form here and email the completed form to [email protected]