APMP Qualification
Target Audience
The APMP (Association of Project Management Professional) training course is designed for Project Management professionals in any sector
This includes
- People involved involve in project teamss
- Senior Project Managers and Project Managers
- Those wanting to achieve the only nationally recognised project management qualification that is not sector or industry specific
Learning Objectives
Candidates awarded the APMP qualification will be able to
- Create a structured project development strategy.
- Implement appropriate project management procedures.
- Use a variety of approaches to analysing project content.
- Build, lead and manage a multi-functional project team.
- Establish measurable success criteria.
- Construct a project budget and use it to control project costs.
- Monitor progress using Earned Value Analysis.
- Use appropriate tools to manage quality.
- Understand the implications of relevant health and safety regulations.
- Understand the interfaces with related disciplines.
- Demonstrate an understanding of how all the elements of the project process interact
- Understand how their project fits into the strategic and commercial environment
Pre-Requisites
You should have practical experience and knowledge in project management, plus experience of working in a project team
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Course Summary
It is recognised across the project management industry as the foundation qualification for project professionals and APMP is the qualification that will enable you to demonstrate your fundamental knowledge of what is required to manage a successful project and is the benchmark qualification for anyone embarking on a project management career, or looking to add project management to their portfolio of skills
The training course material is based on the APM “Body of Knowledge” and attendees will take part in a series of intensive coaching sessions addressing all the main topics covered by the APMP examination in a structured and consistent way. The sessions will include presentations, exercises and sample examination papers.
Typical Course Content
o Introduction to Project Management
o Project Management.
o Programme Management.
o Project Success Criteria.
o The Project Environment
o Project Environment Context.
o Health, Safety & Environment.
o Organisation Structure.
o Organisational Roles.
o Information Management.
o High Level Planning
o Business Case.
o Strategy/Project Management Plan.
o Work Content & Scope Management.
o Life-cycle Design & Management.
o Detailed Planning
o Time Scheduling/Phasing.
o Resource Management. o Estimating.
o Budgeting & Cost Management.
o Project Control
o Earned Value Management.
o Procurement.
o Risk Management.
o Quality Management.
o Change Control.
o Configuration Management.
o Management & Leadership
o Teamwork.
o Leadership.
o Communication.
o Conflict Management.
o Negotiation.
o Closing a Project
o Hand-over.
o (Post) Project Evaluation Review.
o APMP Examination preparation.
Examinations
Typically, attendees will also be provided with a comprehensive set of papers relating to more complex topics. Sufficient time is allowed within the timetable for private study or facilitated revision.
You will be expected to take a 3-hour written essay based examination paper.
Please, note that you will need to bring a photo ID for the exam.
Upcoming Courses
This course is also available at your premises by appointment.