The Project Management Office (PMO) is one of the fastest growing trends in project management, as more and more organizations are recognizing the need for a more centralized approach to implement projects. Effective PMOs come in varying shapes and sizes, from simple support offices to full centers of excellence. The intent of this course is to treat the implementation of a PMO as an end-to-end project... this course walks participants through creating a custom (draft) framework for the PMO implementation project management plan that can be put to use upon returning to their workplace.  It is structured so that it can be relevant to both new PMO deployment efforts as well as efforts to turnaround or rejuvenate an existing PMO. Specific emphasis is put on the importance and benefits of aligning the PMO with strategic business objectives.

This course is a must for senior managers and experienced project managers who have recognized the need to obtain the knowledge and approach to plan and implement the appropriate PMO for their organization.