PMP Masterclass Module 4 - From Organization to PMO

Lesson 1:  PMP Organizational Types and The Project Management Office (PMO)

There are three video lessons in this module covering the various different organizational structures, and the three different approaches and services used in a typical Project Management Office. Pay particular attention to the three different matrix structure types along with their advantages and disadvantages. Don't forget to carry out your Handbook exercises...

Members Only Organization Types Part 1

Every organizational structure is different and unique. However, there are some different structure types defined by the following aspects: How the organization is built, and how this influences power for the project manager. The structure you are operating within affects your authority within the project - with power shifting between the project manager and the functional manager. Simple organizations, functional organizations, multi-divisional structure organizations, and the virtual organization.

Members Only Organization Types Part 2

You will learn about Organization Types. Matrix Organizational Structures. The Weak, Balanced, and Strong Matrix. Project Oriented (composite, hybrid) organization types. Hybrid Organizations and the Project Management Office

Members Only Project Management Office

Project Management Office is the Department that centralizes the management of projects. It provides a range of services including resource provision. Includes methodologies, templates, tools, training. Usually a supporting role. Provides Best Practices and Standards. Audit and project administration services. Help gather lessons learned and provision for other projects. Providing support and guidance to the organization on how to manage projects. Training others in project management or project management software, and assisting with specific project management tools.

Members Only Agile Project Management Office (PMO)

Here we introduce the concept of an agile project management office as being value-driven, invitation-oriented and multi-disciplinary. It facilitates organizational learning while managing stakeholders. It champions agile practitioners and provides agile trouble-shooters, mentors and coaches.

Members Only Agile Terminology

You will learn the key roles and segments within a typical sprint/timebox as well as the typical sequence within a sprint process. We discuss the agile sprint/iteration and definition of done.

Members Only The Agile Organization

Here, you will learn the structure of an agile project within an organizational context and the various approaches that can be used. We discuss the evolving agile organization and introduce the use of Kanban boards.