Why should you attend?
Outsourcing Manager training enables you to gain a thorough understanding of the core principles of outsourcing based on ISO 37500. During this training course, you will also acquire the necessary knowledge to support an organization in defining the outsourcing actors and their roles in outsourcing lifecycle and governance.
After understanding all the necessary concepts of Outsourcing, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certified Outsourcing Manager” credential. By holding a PECB Outsourcing Manager Certificate, you will be able to demonstrate that you have the practical knowledge and professional capabilities to manage outsourcing activities.
Who should attend?
- Managers or consultants seeking to prepare and support an organization in outsourcing their activities
- Stakeholders engaged in outsourcing arrangements based on ISO 37500
- Individuals responsible for outsourcing within an organization
- Expert advisors in outsourcing
- Individuals involved in outsourcing tasks
Learning objectives
- Understand the components and operations of an Outsourcing Framework based on the principles of ISO 37500
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the complete procurement lifecycle involved in Outsourcing Management
- Master the concepts, approaches, standards, methods and techniques used to effectively manage an outsourcing project, transition and supplier(s) throughout the procurement lifecycle
- Be able to Interpret the recommendations of ISO 37500 in the specific context of an organization
- Develop the expertise to support an organization to effectively plan, implement, manage, monitor and maintain an Outsourcing Framework
- Master the expertise to advise an organization on outsourcing and supplier management best practices
Educational approach
- This training is based on both theory and best practices used in Outsourcing Management
- Lecture sessions are illustrated with examples based on case studies
- Practical exercises are based on a case study which includes role playing and discussions
- Practice tests are similar to the Certification Exam
Prerequisites
A fundamental understanding of ISO 37500 and comprehensive knowledge of Outsourcing.
More Details
Course agenda
- Day 1: Fundamental Outsourcing Principles and Outsourcing Governance
- Day 2: The procurement lifecycle from requirements to supplier selection
- Day 3: The procurement lifecycle from monitoring to closure and Certification Exam
Examination
The “PECB Certified Outsourcing Manager” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:
- Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts in Outsourcing Management
- Domain 2: Outsourcing best practices based on industry standards
- Domain 3: Designing and developing an outsourcing governance framework
- Domain 4: Procurement lifecycle for Outsourcing (initiation to closure)
Certification
After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO 37500 Outsourcing Manager certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
The requirements for PECB Manager Certifications are:
| Credential | Exam | Professional experience | Outsourcing project experience | Other requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PECB Certified Provisional Outsourcing Manager | PECB Certified Outsourcing Manager exam or equivalent | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified Outsourcing Manager | PECB Certified Outsourcing Manager exam or equivalent | Two years: One year of work experience in Outsourcing Management | Outsourcing Management activities: a total of 200 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
To be considered valid, these outsourcing activities should follow best management practices and include the following:
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- Drafting an outsourcing plan
- Managing an outsourcing project
- Performing a risk assessment related to outsourcing
- Negotiating and establishing agreements
- Managing procurement lifecycle
- Managing suppliers
- Managing and resolving outsourcing issues
- Defining a contextual model of outsourcing
- Selecting an outsourcing life cycle model
- Planning the processes of outsourcing governance
- Developing initial business case(s) for outsourcing
- Managing the agreement and continuation or end of agreement preparation
General Information
- Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course
- Training material containing over 350 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed
- An attestation of course completion worth 21 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.
- In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months for free
