P3O® Foundation Course:
Entry-Level PMO Certification

Learn how portfolio, programme and project offices support decision-making and drive successful change. Build the knowledge to work within any P3O model.

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P3O Foundation Course Details

The P3O Foundation course is designed for anyone who wants to build a solid understanding of Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices. It covers the elements, roles, functions, tools and techniques deployed in a generalized P3O model, preparing participants for the official certification.

Thanks to this course, professionals learn how a governance structure built around P3O helps organizations optimize their investment in change alongside business-as-usual work, supporting senior management decision-making.

What you’ll learn

The purpose and value proposition of P3O within an organization
The elements, roles and functions found within a generalized P3O model
Core versus non-core P3O functions and how they are structured
Tools and techniques used to support portfolio, programme and project delivery
How to build the business case to justify establishing a P3O
Maturity levels of a P3O and what full integration into an organization looks like
Pass the P3O Foundation exam

Target Audience

Members of offices within a P3O model
Project, Programme and Portfolio Managers
PMO Analysts and Delivery Support Office staff
Anyone needing to understand P3O terminology and concepts
Those pursuing higher-level P3O qualifications

Prerequisites

No formal prerequisites are required to attend the course or sit the P3O Foundation exam.
The course covers all key concepts starting from the fundamentals of the model, combined with practical exercises and examples.

Material Included

Digital learning materials
Official PRINCE2 Project, Programme, Portfolio Office Management digital handbook
Practice exams
Access to the learning platform

Exam information

duration	questions	type	right answers	other
60 Minutes	70	Multiple choice	50% (35/70)	Closed book

Everyone who passes the exam will receive an electronic certificate from PeopleCert International. This certificate is unique, secure, and can be verified by anyone wishing to check its validity.