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MSP Qualifications

Managing Successful Programmes is a standardised methodology and as with PRINCE2 it is possible to take exams to demonstrate your level of knowledge in the methodology and it’s application. Although not popular on the level of PRINCE2, there are quite a number of accredited training providers who run both in-house and public MSP courses which include exams. It is also possible to self study for the qualifications and then take the exams at one of the MSP open exam centres.

There are currently three levels of examination available for Managing Successful Programmes; Foundation, Practitioner and Advanced Practitioner and the exams are formatted as follows:

MSP Foundation

Multiple Choice
40 Minutes
50 Questions
30 correct or more to pass
Closed Book

MSP Practitioner

Must demonstrate Foundation Pass
Objective Testing
Two and a half hours
9 questions
180 marks available
90 marks or more to pass
Open Book (MSP Guide only)

MSP Advanced Practitioner

Must demonstrate Practitioner pass
Essay based
Two and a half hours hours
3 questions
75 marks available
38 marks or more to pass
Open Book (MSP guide and other study aids but no electronic devices)

MSP Re-Registration

All MSP Practitioners and Advanced Practitioners should reregister within 3-5 years of their original certification.

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“Overall it [the MSP® Method Template] is a useful addition to the armoury of the programme office team and would provide a good basis on which to develop the documentation for a programme”

APMG reviewer

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MSP Resources

The following links allow you to explore some of the Managing Successful Programmes areas:

Or why not find out more about other project and programme methodologies:

PRINCE2

Methods for less complex projects

Custom/bespoke methodologies

Purchase the MSP Method Template to use with Personal Edition or Small Team Edition for just £75+vat. Take it with you as a handy portable reference.

Purchase the MSP Method Template for use on Small Team Edition for just £500+vat and give your whole team access to the materials if you wish.

The MSP Method Template is provided as standard as part of the Enterprise Edition server helping your organisation deliver programmes with confidence and assurance.