Managing Benefits® Training - United Kingdom

Who should attend this Managing Benefits Course?

Managing Benefits Foundation is designed for those interested in delivering change successfully, such as Senior Executives, Change Directors/Managers, Benefits Managers, Senior Responsible Owners, Change Management Professionals, Change Support Staff, Portfolio Managers and Staff.

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for Managing Benefits Foundation as it is an introductory course, so anyone can attend. 

Managing Benefits Foundation Course Overview

This Managing Benefits Foundation training course provides an insight into the approaches and systems of benefits management. Delegates will learn all about the principles that underpin Managing Benefits, and the five practices that need to be addressed within the benefits management lifecycle. Essentially, delegates will learn how to incorporate benefits management fundamentals within their own organisation, to boost project productivity, which in turn produces more advantages. The guidance encountered by delegates will enable them to recognise existing programme, project, and portfolio management strategies, and will allow them to understand benefits management in a way that corresponds with the broader objectives of the organisation. By the end of this training course, delegates will possess an understanding of Managing Benefits duties, principles, and records, and will be able to work within a benefits team. 

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What's included in this Managing Benefits Training Course?

• Managing Benefits Foundation Exam
• Delegate pack consisting of course notes and exercises
• Experienced Instructor
• Refreshments

Official APMG Managing Benefits Foundation Examination Information

Learn the benefits management principles, practices, techniques, roles & documents. All Managing Benefits Foundation delegates will need to sit an exam to acquire the certification.

The Managing Benefits Foundation exam format

• Question Type: Multiple choice
• Total Questions: 50 questions per paper
• Pass Mark: 25 marks or more required to pass (out of 50 available) - 50%
• Duration: 40 Minutes
• Open Book: No, this is a closed book exam

Who should attend Managing Benefits Training Course?

This Managing Benefits Practitioner training course is designed for those involved with change implementation, such as Change Leaders, Change Appraisers, Change Initiators, Change Evaluators, Change Implementers, Change Enablers, and Change Support Staff.

Prerequisites

Delegates must possess the Managing Benefits Foundation certification to attend this Practitioner course.

Managing Benefits Practitioner Course Overview

This Managing Benefits Practitioner training course teaches delegates how to tailor and implement Managing Benefits guidance to real workplace circumstances. Throughout, delegates will be confronted by a series of example scenarios whereby they need to select solutions to the given problem. Delegates will learn how to prepare for the application of benefits management, by adapting various principles and processes to suit the specific functions and objectives of an organisation. The fulfilment of duties and responsibilities will also be a topic of exploration, as delegates will be able to determine themselves what tasks need to be carried out as part of the benefits management lifecycles. This certification is a demonstrator of excellence in the sphere of Managing Benefits, as it shows the delegate’s ability to enforce appropriate measures that result in the maximisation of benefits, which is essential to business success.  

APMG International Managing Benefits™. APMG International Managing Benefits is a trademark of The APM Group Limited. All rights reserved.

What's included in this Managing Benefits Training Course?

• Managing Benefits Practitioner Exam
• Delegate pack consisting of course notes and exercises
• Experienced Instructor
• Refreshments

Official APMG Managing Benefits Practitioner Examination Information

Apply and tailor the Managing Benefits guidance in a scenario situation. To gain the Managing Benefits Practitioner certification, delegates must complete and pass an examination.

The Managing Benefits Practitioner exam format:

• Question Type: Objective testing
• Total Questions: 8 questions per paper with 10 marks available per question
• Pass Marks: 40 marks or more required to pass (out of 80 available) - 50%
• Duration: 2 hours 30 Minutes
• Open Book: Yes, Managing Benefits guide only

Who should attend?

This course is designed for anybody who is interested in enhancing their understanding of benefits management and business acceptance. In particular, Business Analysts, Business Managers, Business Change Managers, Project Managers, and their associated staff members would benefit from this training course.

Prerequisites

There are no formal requirements for this training course, so anyone can attend. 

BCS Practitioner Certificate in Benefits Management and Business Acceptance Overview

This 3-day Managing Benefits training course helps delegates develop a rigorous approach to benefits management, covering topics including business case, delivery plan, implementation, and embedding change. On the final day of the course, you will sit the BCS Practitioner Certificate in Benefits Management and Business Acceptance exam, which will award you the Certificate on completion.

Acquiring this certification means delegates are one step closer to gaining the International Diploma in Business Analysis, as this course counts as one of four modules needed to achieve the Diploma.

By the end of this training course, you will be able to:

• Create a business case that fits strategically and specifies success aspects and key performance indicators
• Produce a delivery plan which recognises important stakeholders
• Review a business case by reassessing the benefits
• Implement business change at organisational levels

This training course is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.

BCS Practitioner Certificate in Benefits Management and Business Acceptance Examination

Delegates will need to take an examination for BCS Practitioner Certificate in Benefits Management and Business Acceptance to acquire the certification. The exam details are as follows:

• Duration of 1 hour
• 15 minutes preceding reading time
• Open book
• Business scenario-based questions
• The pass mark of 50%
• Paper based examination that must be taken in-person at an assessment centre

Additional time is granted to delegates whose native language is not the language the exam is formulated in. 

BCS Practitioner Certificate in Benefits Management and Business Acceptance Examination

Delegates will need to take an examination for BCS Practitioner Certificate in Benefits Management and Business Acceptance to acquire the certification. The exam details are as follows:

• Duration of 1 hour
• 15 minutes preceding reading time
• Open book
• Business scenario-based questions
• The pass mark of 50%
• Paper based examination that must be taken in-person at an assessment centre.

Additional time is granted to delegates whose native language is not the language the exam is formulated in.