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Managing Benefits™ Foundation Course Outline

Module 1: Overview

  • Definitions of Benefits, Benefits Management, and Related Terms
  • Objectives of Benefits Management
  • Benefits Management Model
  • Factors that Influence How the Benefits Management Practices will be Applied
  • Value and Value Management
  • Value Management Techniques
  • Value for Money
  • Barriers to Effective Benefits Management
  • KSCs of Effective Benefits Management
  • Organisational Context within which Benefits Management Operates

Module 2: Principles

  • Benefits Management Principles
    • Align Benefits with Strategy Driver-Based Analysis
    • Start with the End in Mind (SWTEIM)
    • Utilise Successful Delivery Methods
    • Integrate Benefits with Performance Management
    • Apply Effective Governance
    • Develop a Value Culture

Module 3: Identify and Quantify

  • Objective and Scope of the Identify and Quantify Practice
  • Identifying Strategic Drivers and Investment Objectives
  • Identifying Benefits
  • Quantifying Benefits Problems and Solutions

Module 4: Value and Appraise

  • Objective and Scope
  • Valuing Benefits in Monetary Terms
  • Valuing Non-Financial Benefits in Monetary Terms
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • DCF Calculations
  • Adjusting for Risk
  • Real Options Analysis
  • Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
  • Multi-Criteria Analysis

Module 5: Plan

  • Objectives and Scope
  • Themes
  • Elements
    • Benefits Validation
    • Benefits Prioritisation - Approaches
    • Managing Pre-Transition Activity
    • Selecting Appropriate Benefit Measures
    • Managing Benefit Threats and Opportunities
    • Planning Effective Stakeholder Engagement
    • Initiative-Level Benefits Management Documentation
  • Key (Initiative-Level) Benefits Management Roles

Module 6: Realise

  • Objective
  • Scope
  • Themes
  • Realise Element
    • Transition and Post-Transition
    • Objectives of Tracking and Reporting
    • Winning Hearts as well as Minds

Module 7: Review

  • Objectives
  • Scope
  • Practice Review
    • Initiative and Independent Benefit Reviews
    • OGC Gateway™ Reviews
    • Cognitive Biases Affecting Post-Implementation Reviews
    • Evaluating Performance

Module 8: Portfolio-Based Application

  • Objectives and Scope
  • Elements
    • Benefits Eligibility Framework
    • BRP Including Portfolio-Level Threats and Opportunities
    • Managing Benefits Post-Initiative Closure
    • Tracking and Reporting Benefits Realisation at a Portfolio Level
    • Benefits Documentation
    • Key Roles
  • Implement and Sustain
  • Broad Approaches to Implementation
  • Advantages of Planned Approaches to Implementation
  • Steps in Implementation

Module 9: Scenario Questions

  • Principles
  • Identify and Quantify
  • Value and Appraise
  • Plan
  • Realise
  • Review
  • Portfolio-Based Application
  • Implement and Sustain

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Who should attend this Managing Benefits™ Foundation Course?

This Managing Benefits Foundation Course is an introductory course focused on the principles, practices, and techniques involved in Benefits Management. As a foundational course, it is suitable for a wide range of professionals, including:

  • Project Managers
  • Programme Managers
  • Portfolio Managers
  • Change Managers
  • Business Analysts
  • Operational Managers
  • Finance Professionals

Prerequisites of the Managing Benefits™ Foundation Course

There are no formal prerequisites for the Managing Benefits Foundation Course.

Managing Benefits™ Foundation Course Overview

This Managing Benefits Foundation Course offers a profound exploration into optimising organisational advantages, presenting a framework crucial for strategic decision-making. This course becomes indispensable for professionals in project management and business strategy, as it sheds light on the intricacies of Benefits Management. By mastering this subject, individuals can contribute significantly to their organisations' success by ensuring effective project and programme outcomes.

Understanding the principles of Benefits Management is pivotal for professionals aiming to enhance their project management and business strategy skill set. This course becomes a cornerstone for individuals seeking a comprehensive grasp of how to identify, quantify, and forecast potential benefits, while also learning the intricacies of developing a benefits management framework.

The Knowledge Academy's 3-day training course helps delegates emerge with practical insights and skills to enhance benefits realisation within their organisations. The course provides a dynamic learning experience, ensuring that delegates not only understand the theoretical aspects of Benefits Management but also gain the practical expertise needed to strategically manage benefits throughout the life cycle of projects.

Course Objectives

  • To grasp the principles and key concepts of Benefits Management
  • To understand the organisational context and governance surrounding Benefits Management
  • To learn how to identify, quantify, and forecast potential benefits
  • To acquire skills in developing a Benefits Management framework
  • To comprehend the importance of stakeholder engagement in benefits realisation
  • To apply knowledge in managing benefits throughout the life cycle

Upon completion of this course, delegates will possess the expertise to strategically manage benefits, ensuring they become invaluable assets to their organisations in achieving optimal project outcomes.

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What's included in this Managing Benefits™ Foundation Training Course?

  • Managing Benefits™ Foundation Examination
  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
  • Managing Benefits™ Foundation Certificate
  • Digital Delegate Pack

Managing Benefits™ Foundation Exam Information

The Managing Benefits™ Foundation Exam is designed to assess an individual's understanding of the key concepts, principles, and practices related to managing benefits within organisations. The Managing Benefits™ Foundation exam format is as follows: 

  • Question Type: Multiple Choice 
  • Total Questions: 50 (each question is worth 1 mark) 
  • Total Marks: 50 Marks 
  • Pass Marks: 50%, or 25/50 Marks 
  • Duration: 40 Minutes 
  • Open Book/Closed Book: Closed Book 

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