Praxis Framework Training | Praxis Framework Practitioner Training in Ottawa

Praxis Framework™ Practitioner Training Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to P3 Management

• Life Cycle Management
• P3 Life Cycle Phases and Governance Mechanisms
• Project and Programme Processes
• Identification Processes
• Sponsorship Process
• Characteristics of a Sponsor
• Leadership
• Hersey and Blanchard
• Adair's Action-Centred Leader
• Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
• P3 Management Terms
• Hertzberg
• Prepare Brief
• Stakeholder Management
• Stakeholder Map
• Goals of Influencing
• Cialdini's Six Principles of Influence
• Cohen and Bradford Influence Model
• Ethics
• Montana and Charnov’s Seven Forms of Power

Module 2: Business Case Management

• Business Case
• Justification
• Prepare Definition Plan
• Definition Process
• Standard Project Structure
• Programme Structure
• Teamwork and Tuckman
• Katzenbach and Smith’s Level of Teamwork
• Conflict Management
• Thamhain and Wilemon - Sources of Conflict
• Conflict Management Models Maccoby and Scudder
• Conflict Management Models Thomas-Kilmann

Module 3: Planning

• Management Plans
• Plan Delivery
• Delivery Plans
• Typical Sections of a Delivery Plan
• Scope Management and Procedure
• Product Definition Techniques
• Requirements Management
• Purpose of Value Management
• Solutions Development
• Benefits Management
• Change Control
• Configuration Management

Module 4: Schedule Management

• Time Scheduling
• Factors Affecting Choice of Technique
• Gantt Chart
• Network Diagram – Precedence Diagram
• Critical Path Analysis

Module 5: Resource Scheduling

• Resource Limited Scheduling

Module 6: Options for Manipulating Activities

• Finance Management
• Investment Appraisal
• Scoring Methods
• Payback Method
• Discounted Cash Flow
• Funding
• Budgeting and Cost Control

Module 7: Risk Management

• Probability-Impact Assessment
• Risk Responses
• Change Management

Module 8: Resource Management

• Procurement
• Contract Management
• Goals of Negotiation
• Shell's Five Styles of Negotiation
• Mobilisation
• Delivery Process
• Information Management
• Control
• RAG Reports
• Earned Value Management
• Where do Trends Lead?

Module 9: Communication

• Goals of Communication
• David Berlo’s Components of Communication
• Boundaries Process
• Assurance
• Development Process
• Context of the Development Process
• Delegation
• Closure Process
• Benefits Realisation Process

Who should attend this Praxis Framework™ Practitioner Course?

This Praxis Framework™ Practitioner Training Course is designed for individuals who have already completed the Praxis Framework™ Foundation Course and want to learn how to apply the principles of Praxis Framework™ in practice. This training course is especially for these professionals:

• Project Managers
• Programme Managers
• Portfolio Managers
• Business Analysts
• Change Managers
• Quality Managers
• Senior Executives

Prerequisites of the Praxis Framework™ Practitioner Course

As a prerequisite of this course, delegates must have passed the Praxis Framework™ Foundation Examination and gained the associated certificate.

Praxis Framework™ Practitioner Course Overview

Embark on a transformative journey with our one-day Praxis Framework™ Practitioner Training, exploring the dynamics of project and programme management. The Praxis Framework™ serves as a robust guide, offering practical insights into adaptive management and effective project governance. In a landscape where project success hinges on methodological understanding, this training is indispensable for professionals seeking to elevate their project management prowess.

Understanding the Praxis Framework™ is imperative for Project Managers and professionals navigating modern project complexities. This framework provides a versatile and adaptive approach, ensuring practitioners are well-equipped to address evolving challenges. Seasoned Project Managers and newcomers alike find value in mastering Praxis, enhancing their ability to lead successful projects and aligning with industry best practices.

The 2-day Praxis Framework™ Practitioner Course delivered by The Knowledge Academy empowers delegates with practical skills and theoretical depth in Praxis Framework™ application. With a focus on fostering collaboration, effective communication, and adaptive project management, professionals can gain a comprehensive understanding of project governance.

Course Objectives

• To enhance practical application of Praxis Framework™
• To enable effective project and programme management using Praxis
• To ensure a comprehensive understanding of project governance
• To equip professionals with adaptive project management skills
• To foster collaboration and communication in project teams
• To provide a recognised certification in Praxis Framework™

Upon completion, delegates will gain a deep understanding of the Praxis Framework™, enabling them to navigate complex project environments with confidence. The certification not only validates their proficiency in project and programme management but also enhances their career prospects in the competitive landscape.

Skills You will Gain from Praxis Framework™ Practitioner Course

The Praxis Framework™ Practitioner Course is designed for learners who want to confidently use the Praxis Framework in day-to-day project and programme management. Professionals can manage governance, planning, and control activities in complex organisational contexts.

Practical skills developed through this training include:

• P3 Management Framework Application: Apply the Praxis Framework principles, models, and processes to real project, programme, and portfolio management situations.
• Project and Programme Governance: Implement governance structures, roles, and controls to ensure effective oversight and accountability.
• Lifecycle and Delivery Management: Adopt Praxis lifecycle phases to plan, execute, monitor, and close projects and programmes effectively.
• Planning and Control Techniques: Use Praxis Framework for scheduling, resource planning, cost control, and performance monitoring.
• Risk and Change Management: Identify, assess, and manage risks and changes using structured Praxis approaches to maintain delivery stability.
• Stakeholder and Communication Management: Integrate communication and engagement strategies to manage stakeholder expectations and support collaboration.

What’s included in this Praxis Framework™ Practitioner Course?

• Praxis Framework™ Practitioner Examination
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors  
• Praxis Framework™ Practitioner Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack

Praxis Framework™ Practitioner Exam Information

The Praxis Framework™ Practitioner exam assesses participants' ability to apply the principles and concepts of the Praxis Framework™ in real-world project and program management scenarios. This certification focuses on evaluating an individual's practical application of project and program management practices within the framework. 

• Question Type: Multiple Choice 
• Total Marks: 80 Marks 
• Pass Marks: 50%, or 40/80 Marks 
• Duration: 150 Minutes  
• Open Book: Open book