Whether
a project is large or
small, innovative or similar to other projects, governance and
administrative support will be needed. The type of governance,
and level of support, will vary considerably between projects of
different types and complexity. This course, Project
governance and Project Management Office (PMO), considers
project governance
and how we can tell if it is effective. Project
administration may range from informal support to a dedicated PMO. We
look at the tasks and support which a project manager
might need and, if there is a PMO, how this fits
with the relationship between
project manager and
the organisation.
Course learning outcomes
After studying this course, you should be able to:
- understand the principles of effective governance of projects
- be aware of the roles and responsibilities of those involved in project governance such as project board, project sponsor, project manager and Project Management Office
- recognise the different types of Project Management Office and the services they provide
- identify good governance or make recommendations to improve governance by using project experience
- understand the importance of good communication between all stakeholders in project governance.
