The APM Introductory Certificate in Project Management - Examination Course

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The APM Introductory Certificate in Project Management - Examination Course

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Overview

Course duration: 2 days.

This course is designed to give delegates a sound introduction to the key issues in project management and to prepare them for the one-hour multiple-choice examination held at the end of the course. The APM’s excellent study guide for this certificate is provided to all delegates and is their personal copy to keep for future reference.

Is it right for me?

The APM Introductory Certificate in Project Management is a basic or entry level qualification and is particularly suitable for:

  • Those who are new to project management who want to gain an understanding of the principles of project management as laid down in the Associationfor Project Management’…

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Overview

Course duration: 2 days.

This course is designed to give delegates a sound introduction to the key issues in project management and to prepare them for the one-hour multiple-choice examination held at the end of the course. The APM’s excellent study guide for this certificate is provided to all delegates and is their personal copy to keep for future reference.

Is it right for me?

The APM Introductory Certificate in Project Management is a basic or entry level qualification and is particularly suitable for:

  • Those who are new to project management who want to gain an understanding of the principles of project management as laid down in the Associationfor Project Management’s Body of Knowledge.
  • Project team members with no project management training who would like to understand standard project management terminology and who wish to obtain the APM Introductory Certificate.

Aprimary focus of this intensive course is to prepare you to successfully pass the examination. If you are looking for a more practicalcourse enabling greater opportunities for project simulation and hands on exercises then you may wish to consider our course .

What will I learn?

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Identify the project management processes.
  • Understand project management terminology.
  • Correctly identify the roles involved in project management.
  • Describe project success criteria and benefits.
  • Support and contribute to a successful project outcome.
  • Prepare project documentation.
  • Have acquired the level of understanding needed to pass the APM Introductory Certificate in Project Management examination.

Pre-course Activity

There is a significant amount of pre-course work for this course which includes reading the APM Study Guide (provided). All of the information will be sent out prior to the course and it is essential that delegates complete this pre-course activity.

What will it cover?

Project Management in Context

  • Project management
  • Programme management
  • Portfolio management
  • Project context
  • Project sponsorship

Planning the Strategy

  • Project quality
  • Project risk management
  • Purpose of the project management plan (pmp)
  • Stakeholders’ management
  • Project success and benefits management

Executing the Strategy

  • Scope management
  • Scheduling
  • Resource management
  • Change control information
  • Management and reporting
  • Issues management

Techniques

  • Configuration management
  • Estimating
  • Project business case
  • Procurement

Organising and Governance

  • Project life cycle
  • Handover and closeout
  • Project reviews
  • Organisational roles

People and the Profession

  • Communications in a project
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership

Trainer Profile

Paul Richardson

Whilst this is an entry level course there’s a lot to get through in thetwo days. Your return for hard work is a thorough introduction to project management and a recognised qualification!

In addition to taking you through the syllabus and helping you to understand how to practically apply the knowledge, I’ll also be prepping you for the exam. If you haven’t been in exam conditions for a few years you won’t be alone!My aim is for you to enjoy the course, so whilst we do have a lot to cover, we’ll also do it in a relaxed and informal manner and have some enjoyment along the way!

The Faculty

Along withGraham Kerr,Will Palmer, Mike Savage and Moyra Wright, Paul Richardson ispart of the dedicated faculty team who will deliver this course. The initials next to each date below indicate which trainer is scheduled to deliver which event.

Recent delegates have said:

“Great facilitator, with detailed knowledge of course and how to manage projects. Clearly wanted to make effective project managers out of all of us”

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