The MoP® Foundation course introduces the principles, practices, and techniques of portfolio management as defined in the Management of Portfolios (MoP®) framework. It’s designed for professionals who want to understand how to prioritise investments, balance change initiatives, and deliver maximum value across an organisation’s portfolio.
Whether you work in project management, business change, or strategic planning, this course gives you a clear view of how portfolio management supports business performance.
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Management of Portfolios (MoP®) Foundation
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Self-paced learning with a 12-month licence
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Approximately 12 hours to complete
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None
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One exam take included. Exam is 50 multiple choice questions over 40 minutes
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Computer with internet and email access
✔️ Grasp the scope and objectives of portfolio management and distinguish it from programme and project management.
✔️ Learn how to align portfolios with organisational strategies to optimise resources and achieve succesful outcomes.
✔️ Explore the core principles underpinning effective portfolio management and understand the cycles, practices, and techniques involved.
✔️ Gain insights into implementing portfolio management approaches, maintaining progress, and assessing success.
✔️ Understand the purpose and key content of major portfolio documents, facilitating clear communication and documentation.
✔️ Identify key portfolio management roles and understand their responsibilities within the organisational context.
No prior experience is required.
✦ (Aspiring) Project Managers
✦(Aspiring) Programme Managers
✦(Aspiring) Portfolio Managers
✦ Business Change Managers
✦ Senior Responsible Owners (SROs)
✦ Business Analysts
✦ PMO staff and strategic planners
✦ Members of Management Boards and Directors of Change
This course is suitable for most industries. Contact us for more information.
Sign Up Now!Our Management of Portfolios (MoP®) Foundation course is both accredited and assessed by Axelos.
Axelos is a global leader in best practice frameworks for project, programme, and portfolio management, including PRINCE2®, ITIL® and MSP®. Its certifications are held by millions of professionals worldwide across a range of industries.
MOP® is a registered trade mark of Axelos Limited, used under permission of Axelos Limited. All rights reserved. The Swirl logo is a trademark of the Axelos Limited group. Used under licence from Axelos Limited. All rights reserved.
✦ Portfolio Manager
✦ Programme Manager
✦ Project Manager
✦ Business Change Manager
✦ Project Director
✦ Benefits Manager
✦ Strategic Planner or Advisor
✦ PMO Analyst / Manager
✦ Transformation Lead
✦ Company Director
Our students benefit from more than just flexible, self-paced learning. You’ll get personalised support from dedicated officers, regular check-ins, 24/7 tech help, CV reviews, and easy exam booking. You also benefit from innovative, interactive learning tools.
We offer expert-led, industry-focused training, exclusive job opportunities, and personalised career support. Beyond certification, you’ll receive interview prep, LinkedIn and resume help. Get career-ready and connected.
Gain practical experience, expand your network, and stay ahead with expert insights—empowering your project management career from day one. We offer our students access to our alumni networks and free project management toolkits and templates.
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