Chapter 3 - Themes Flashcards
How are themes applied?
Applied during processes to ensure the programme is aligned with principles
How are themes documented?
As approaches in the programme strategy
What is the definition of a theme?
An essential aspect of governance required to ensure that the programme is aligned with the principles. Themes ensure we meet the principles
What are the MSP themes?
Organisation Design Justification Structure Knowledge Assurance Decisions
What is the definition of programme governance?
Framework of authority and accountability applied by the investing organisation(s) to control the work and ensure the creation of value
What is the definition of corporate governance?
The means by which an organisation is directed and controlled. At the level of a legal entity, corporate governance is focussed on maintaining a sound system of internal control by which the directors and officers of the organisation ensure that effective management systems are in place to protect assets, earning capacity, and the reputation of the organisation
What does the plan do check act cycle apply to?
Control - risk analysis and management, issue resolution, stakeholder engagement, communications management
What is the plan part of the plan do check act cycle?
Understanding the current situation clearly befirw progressing e.g. risk tolerance, risk appetite, analysing current programme environment
What is the do phase of the PDCA cycle?
Doing! Identifying, prioritising, responding to risks, planning assurance activities
What is the check phase of PDCA cycle?
Validating results from the previous phase and identifying areas where further action may be needed
Programme strategy should be
A single document
What is the act phase of the PDCA cycle?
When validated actions are applied in practice. Continual improvement
What is the purpose of programme strategy?
Define governance and control environment for a programme in line with the corporate governance requirements of the investing organisations abd to ensure that MSP principles are applied throughout the programme
Programme plans answer?
The who, when and how
The programme strategy answers
The why and what
