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P3O Exam Topics and Domains
P3O is organized into 6 weighted domains. Expect to work with Maturity Assessment, Quality Assurance, Transition Management, Assurance, and more.
Overview (OV)
Introduction to P3O
- Know facts, terms and concepts relating to the Introduction
- Understand the principles of a P3O model and its elements
P3O Principles
- Understand the key principles within the P3O guidance
- Know how principles underpin P3O operations
Why Have a P3O? (BC)
Business Justification
- Know facts, terms and concepts relating to business justification
- Understand how to develop a business case for implementing a P3O
Models and Tailoring (MO)
P3O Models
- Know facts, terms and concepts relating to selecting the right P3O model
- Understand P3O functions and services
Tailoring Approaches
- Understand how approaches can be tailored for different demands
- Know critical success factors of P3O structures
Implement and Re-energize (IM)
Implementation Lifecycle
- Identify the lifecycle to implement new or revitalize existing P3O
- Understand both permanent and temporary office structures
Temporary Offices
- Understand how to setup and run temporary office structures
- Know transition and closure processes
How to Operate a P3O (TT)
Tools and Techniques
- Know the range of tools and techniques to support P3O functions
- Understand how to apply operational tools effectively
Information Assurance
- Understand P3O governance requirements
- Know information assurance approaches
Roles (RO)
P3O Roles and Responsibilities
- Understand P3O management and generic roles
- Know functional roles and their purposes
- Understand key skills and competencies needed
How do I earn this certification?
Passing P3O earns the P3O Foundation Certificate certification. It sits in the Project/Programme/Portfolio Management track.
- P3O-P - P3O Practitioner
- P3O-Re - P3O Re-Registration
- PRINCE2-F - PRINCE2 FoundationComplementary project management methodology
- MSP-F - MSP FoundationProgramme management focus
- MoP-F - MoP Foundation Portfolio management specialization
- MoR-F - M_o_R FoundationRisk management expertise
- PMP - Project Management ProfessionalAlternative project management certification
- PgMP - Program Management Professional Programme management alternative
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What's changed on this exam?
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2013-01-01
- PMO Software Platforms Future exam updates may include AI-enabled PMO capabilities • Release date: 2024-01-01
- Digital Transformation Increasing focus on virtual and distributed P3O models • Release date: 2023-06-01
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Members of offices within a P3O model and Project/Programme Office support staff.
- Basic understanding of project management
- Familiarity with organizational structures
- Experience working in or with project/programme offices