APM Introductory Certificate with Exam

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APM has worked with the Department for Education and Skills to develop the APM Introductory Certificate in Project Management which offers an insight into this exciting and challenging discipline.

No prior knowledge or experience in project management is required for this certificate. It is designed for anyone looking to start a successful career in project management or those wanting to understand the principles of project management excellence.

The course is over 2 days with a final assessment through a one-hour 60 question, multiple-choice exam.

Delivery:
  • Classroom
Regions:
  • South West England
  • South East England
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Further Details

Course Aims:

* To provide an awareness of what project management comprises
* To show how projects differ from normal work activities
* To pass the APM Introductory Certificate exam

Course Objectives:

By the end of this level you will be able to:-

* Understand the key elements of the project management lifecycle
* Understand the language of project management
* Understand the structure of a successful project
* Take an active part in a project team
* Make a positive contribution to any project environment

Content:

PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN CONTEXT - project management - programme management - portfolio management - project context - project sponsorship

PLANNING THE STRATEGY - project success and benefits management - stakeholder management - project management plan - project risk management - project quality management

EXECUTING THE STRATEGY - scope management - scheduling resource management - change control - information management and reporting issue management

TECHNIQUES - estimating configuration management

BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL - business case - procurement

ORGANISATION AND GOVERNANCE - project life cycles - handover and closeout - project reviews - organisational roles

PEOPLE AND THE PROFESSION - communication - teamwork - leadership

Course Includes:

Lunch/refreshments and course materials.

This Training Course is taught in classrooms in the following locations:
Salisbury
Portsmouth
Southampton

Guide Price: £550 + VAT