Short course - APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ)
The APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) is an internationally recognised qualification that aims to cement and expand the knowledge of project managers and other professionals working in a project environment.
The qualification provides a broad understanding of all elements within project management including stakeholder engagement and communication, procurement, scheduling, risk, and requirements management.
As of September 2024, new content exploring sustainability, professionalism and ethics has also been introduced in line with the APM Competency Framework.
Course Overview
This course provides an in-depth overview of the skills and knowledge underpinning the project management profession in alignment with the APM Competency Framework and Body of Knowledge.
Facilitated by highly experienced tutors, either online or in-person, the APM PMQ is delivered over six days (two blocks of three days), with the 2.5 hour exam taken online following completion of the course.
The course covers a broad range of fundamental project management topics, from governance and assurance, to planning and scheduling, and managing risk and quality.
On this course you will...
- Understand how organisations and projects are structured
- Understand project lifecycles and the situational context of projects
- Understand communication within project management
- Understand the principles of leadership and teamwork
- Understand planning for success, project scope management, schedule and resource management, and project procurement
- Understand risk and issue management in the context of project management, and quality in the context of a project
What our course participants have to say
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“Brilliant tutor. Her knowledge is incredible and her passion shines through. I felt fully supported throughout and really appreciate the time and effort put into our feedback. Thank you!”
June 2024
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“In 2 weeks I have gone from clueless about some of these topics, to ready for the exam. Thank you!”
June 2024
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I found the course really useful and well thought out. There was the right balance of taught material and group work.
Feedback from participants on APM PMQ, August 2021
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