by Hannah Roden | Jan 26, 2021 | PMO, Setting Up a PMO, Virtual Classroom
When Setting Up a PMO, it can be difficult to get to grips with the many aspects to consider – from developing the framework to stakeholder engagement all the way through to rollout, there is a lot to take into account. Here, PMO Learning can help. Our Setting...
by Hannah Roden | Jan 21, 2021 | PMO, P3O
We often get asked by our delegates – what is the difference between P3O® Foundation and P3O® Practitioner? Can I take the Practitioner course without completing the Foundation? How do the exams differ? We’ve provided this handy guide to provide you the...
by Hannah Roden | Jan 19, 2021 | PMO, Coaching, PMO Roles
The many roles and responsibilities within the PMO can appear overwhelming, which can leave some people feeling a little confused or stuck – where should I look to begin my PMO career? What’s the next step in my development? I’m already at a senior...
by Hannah Roden | Jan 12, 2021 | PMO, Virtual Classroom, PMO Roles
A career in PMO can be rewarding and exciting, however the many acronyms, job roles and services can be daunting and often hard to get your head around. Here at PMO Learning we’ve compiled a list of tips for those new to the world of PMO. 1. Understand what a...
by Hannah Roden | Jan 8, 2021 | PMO, Setting Up a PMO, Webinar, Virtual Classroom
Here at PMO Learning we have some exciting events coming up in 2021 for those who are looking to set up and establish a successful PMO. PMO Learning Course PMO Learning also hosts a two day course, Setting Up a PMO, which walks you through the practical steps in the...
by Eileen Roden | Jan 6, 2021 | PMO, P3O, PMO Roles
Agree, Approve and Authorize At a quick glance, all three words can appear synonymous. If you think about how and when you use each of the terms, you might recognise that you even use them interchangeably. Whilst these may appear to be simple words, how and when we...
by Lindsay Scott | Dec 17, 2020 | PMO
Seasons Greeting from all of us here at PMO Learning! Thank you to all our delegates, trainers and staff – we hope you have a fantastic festive period, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the new year! We will be working at reduced opening times over...
by Hannah Roden | Dec 15, 2020 | PMO, P3O, PMO Roles
At PMO Learning we love learning and developing our skills – whether that’s in the classroom (in person or virtually!) or outside of it. We’ve compiled a list of 10 fantastic books for the PMO Professional – no matter where you are in career....
by Lindsay Scott | Dec 10, 2020 | PMO, Sponsorship
A few weeks ago, PMO Learning’s Eileen Roden delivered a session for PMO Flashmob about the role the PMO should be providing to support project sponsors in delivery organisations. The session is available to watch over on the PMO Flashmob website. It started...
by Hannah Roden | Dec 8, 2020 | PMO, PPM
We focus on PMO training here at PMO Learning but recognise that each PMO professional takes a myriad of different courses and learning to bolster their career. We offer eLearning courses in the most popular project management certifications too. We’re...
by Hannah Roden | Dec 3, 2020 | PMO, PPM, CV
After a hectic and strange year, we’re all looking forward to Christmas – the festivities, spending time with friends and family, some much needed time off, and of course, the presents! Here at PMO Learning, we understand that not all of us have had time...
by Lindsay Scott | Dec 1, 2020 | PMO, P3O, Virtual Classroom
Are you autodidactic? That’s the term you would use if you are like one of the many people who are self-taught. If you prefer the option of self-study, through picking up a book, watching YouTube sessions, or utilising eLearning you’re one of those people...
by Hannah Roden | Nov 26, 2020 | PMO, Portfolio Management, PMO Roles
I’m currently working in a PMO, supporting a large program. I’d like to move into a portfolio PMO in the next few years and want advice on what I should be doing to make this a reality. What is Portfolio Management? The link between an organisation’s strategy and how...
by Hannah Roden | Nov 24, 2020 | PMO, Benefits Management, Virtual Classroom
All projects seek to deliver a product, or deliverables – this could be anything, ranging from a new database, to a new warehouse, to a new IT system. In the video below, Eileen talks of her ‘Blue Box’ diagram, which seeks to provide a clear...
by Eileen Roden | Nov 19, 2020 | PMO, Leadership, Sponsorship
A number of years ago I was told the analogy of the chicken and the pig and their input to the full English breakfast. Both were involved – the chicken contributes but the pig is fully committed. I’ll give you a minute to work that through . . . In similar guises, I...
by Hannah Roden | Nov 17, 2020 | PMO, P3O, Virtual Classroom
The Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices (P3O®) Certifications from AXELOS are the most popular qualifications in the UK for people working within or leading a PMO function. Many PMOs operating today have adopted the P3O® model. There are currently 2 available...
