Course Summary
The 1-day Wellingtone Project Sponsor training course is designed for project & programme sponsors. This practical course provides comprehensive guidance on project sponsorship and the importance this role plays both for the project and the organisation.
According to the NAO and their 2015 annual review of projects; “The effectiveness of the project sponsor is the best single predictor of project success or failure”. Yet so many people are asked to sponsor a project or programme with little or no training. How can we expect them to be effective in this role?
We can customise this course to meet your exact training needs and deliver condensed versions appropriate for executive briefings.
Sponsor Course Details & Agenda
The sponsor is accountable for the successful delivery of the project. Working jointly with the project manager, the sponsor defines the project’s purpose and objectives, clarifies requirements, takes decisions, provides resources (people, funding etc…) garners organisational support and directs the project manager.
The sponsor also monitors the project context and leads communications with senior key stakeholders. They will always remain accountable for the project outcome.
This highly interactive project sponsor training course brings best practice to life through exercises and discussions. The course can be customised to align with your ways of working and project context.
The course aligns with these best practice references:
- The Association for Body of Knowledge (APMBOK) 7th Edition
- Project Sponsorship by David West. Gower. 2010
- Sponsoring Change. A Guide to the Governance Aspects of Project Sponsorship. 2nd Edition. The Association for Project Management.

WHO YOU GONNA CALL?
FUTUREPMO
22nd OCTOBER 2026 | LONDON
FuturePMO is the annual 1-day conference dedicated to the PMO, bringing together 250+ practitioners from all sectors. Hear from thought leaders, practitioners, and our amazing keynote speakers. Really network, be inspired, learn, share, and grow.
This event isn’t like any other business conference you’ve attended. With a sprinkling of fun, great food, and our team as hosts, we promise an amazing day for you and your colleagues.


















































































