Introductory APM Certificate

This course is designed to give delegates a solid introduction to the key issues and language in project management and to prepare them for the one hour multiple-choice examination held at the end of the course.

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 fundamental principles of project management.

Project team members with no project experience would also benefit. Designed for all those who would like to understand the basis of project management terms and techniques this also supports participants in obtaining the APM Introductory Certificate.

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

• Understand project management language.
• Identify project management processes and phases.
• Clarify all the roles involved in projects.
• Describe project success criteria and benefits.
• Support and contribute to a successful project outcome.
• Understand project theory at the level required to pass the APMIC examination.

If you have 4 or more people who would benefit from this event, why not consider running it in-house? Running the course at your site is not only cost-effective but the course can be tailored to meet your exact requirements. Contact us for further details.

Throughout this interactive course, learners will have an opportunity to link the learning with their own workplace experiences. The course covers the APMIC syllabus and aligns this with the process of a project’s own life cycle.

Project Overview

• Projects Defined
• The Context of Projects
• Programme and Portfolio Management
• The Project Life Cycle

Project Start

• The Business Case
• Project Roles and Responsibilities
• Project Sponsorship
• Managing Stakeholders
• Success Criteria and Benefits

Project Planning

• The Project Management Plan
• Scope Management and Breakdown Structures
• Project Estimating
• Scheduling
• Project Risk Management
• Addressing Quality

Project Implementation

• Resource Management
• Change Management and Control
• Configuration Management
• Issue Management
• Information Management and Reporting
• Project Reviews
• Procurement

Project Close and People Issues

• Project Communications
• Project Teamwork
• Project Leadership
• Handover and Closeout