Training Course
APM Fundamentals of Project Management (PFQ)
2 Days
This entry-level course provides a comprehensive overview of project management that focuses on applying the core principles to make better decisions, understand consequences and generate success. Relevant for any project in any area of business, the course covers the pragmatic skills and techniques necessary for effective project delivery.
As more and more business critical initiatives are being planned and executed as projects, it is essential that organisations are fully equipped with the skills, tools, working practices, processes and mind-sets such that projects can be clearly defined, realistically planned and effectively managed.
As more and more business critical initiatives are being planned and executed as projects, it is essential that organisations are fully equipped with the skills, tools, working practices, processes and mind-sets such that projects can be clearly defined, realistically planned and effectively managed.
Public Scheduled Course Dates
Prices per delegate. All prices exclude VAT.
18 Feb - 19 Feb 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
26 Feb - 27 Feb 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
13 Mar - 14 Mar 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
19 Mar - 20 Mar 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
27 Mar - 28 Mar 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
02 Apr - 03 Apr 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
14 Apr - 15 Apr 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
Private Training
Flexible dates, location and content. All prices exclude VAT.
Course Prerequisites
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- There are no prerequisites for attendance.
Course Objectives
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- At the end of this course you will be able to:
Differentiate between project management and the operating environment
Define the management structure by which projects operate
Apply project management planning
Describe project scope management
Contribute to scheduling and resource management
Apply risk management and issue management
Define project quality management
Manage communication in the project environment
Recognise the importance of stakeholder management
Explain principles of leadership and teamwork
- At the end of this course you will be able to:
Course Certification
Please note, this course does not include the exam in the cost. To book the exam and take it at the end of your course please book with a member of our team.Target Audience for this Course
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- This course is suitable for those looking to gain an understanding of project management, or those who are not directly involved in project management but who wish to become familiar with project management processes and key terms.
It is also ideal for project managers as a pre-cursor to more advanced certification such as the APMP: The APM Project Management Qualification. - Pre-Course Reading
This is an intensive three-day course and delegates will be expected to undertake around 10 hours pre-course work in order to be fully prepared. Delegates will be provided with pre-course reading by email prior to attending the course. Success on the course will be enhanced by close attention to the pre-reading materials. Delegates who have not received pre-course reading material within one week of the start of the course should contact a member of the ITTS team.
- This course is suitable for those looking to gain an understanding of project management, or those who are not directly involved in project management but who wish to become familiar with project management processes and key terms.
Included with this course
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- Comprehensive course materials and exercises
APM Fundamentals of Project Management (PFQ) Course Content
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The Fundamentals of Project Management course works through the lifecycle of a project, giving delegates insight all the key activities and processes undertaken to deliver successfully. A realistic project scenario is used as a case study during the course. This allows delegates to consolidate their knowledge of the key topics discussed, in a practical setting through syndicate work.
The course is structured around the syllabus for the Association for Project Management (APM) 'Introductory Certificate: The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification'.
The exam is not included in this course. Delegates wishing to undertake the exam should book an exam also. -
Project Management Planning
Delegates are introduced to the principles and techniques of effective project planning from the outset.
Purpose and the typical content of a business case, including benefits
Purpose and production of a project management plan
Stakeholders, stakeholder management and stakeholder analysis
Estimating methods (including analytical, comparative, parametric), estimating funnel,
Success criteria, success factors and the use of KPIs
Purpose and benefits of project reporting
Project scope management, including product and work breakdown structures and Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM) with RACI
Configuration management and change control
Different approaches to scheduling (including critical path analysis, Gantt (bar) charts, baselines and milestones)
Resource management
Procurement within the context of project management
Risk management and issue management
Project risk management process and the use of a risk register
Issue and issue management and the use of an issue log -
Project Management and the Operating Environment
Projects are undertaken in a unique environment. Delegates are introduced to the factors that shape that environment.
Differences between a project and business as usual
Purpose and core components of project management and the benefits of effective project management
Programme and portfolio management
Project environment and the PESTLE acronym
Use and phases of a typical project life cycle and reasons for structuring projects into phases
Roles and responsibilities of: project manager, project sponsor, project steering group/board, project team members, project office and end users -
Communication
In addition to understanding the tools and techniques of project management the key aspects of engaging with people are covered.
Definition and methods of communication
Barriers to effective communication
The communication plan
Leadership and teamwork
Role of project team leader
Teamwork models -
Optional - APM Introductory Certificate: The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification Examination
Delegates who wish to sit the APM Introductory Certificate: The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification exam need to book on code FMPEX-3 separately. Key exam information:
One hour
Closed book
60 multiple-choice questions
60% pass mark
Where the APM Introductory Certificate: The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification exam is linked to the course, delegates will be provided with lots of examples of examination questions. There will be a number of exercises and 'question-and-answer' sessions that will help to consolidate the learning, thereby ensuring that delegates are more than adequately prepared for the final examination.
Exams for delegates attending this course virtually, via 'Attend From Anywhere', will be managed separately, therefore please contact your account manager following course delivery who will arrange this.
Public Scheduled Course Dates
Prices per delegate. All prices exclude VAT.
18 Feb - 19 Feb 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
26 Feb - 27 Feb 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
13 Mar - 14 Mar 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
19 Mar - 20 Mar 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
27 Mar - 28 Mar 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
02 Apr - 03 Apr 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
14 Apr - 15 Apr 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
Private Training
Flexible dates, location and content. All prices exclude VAT.
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APM Fundamentals of Project Management (PFQ) Course Options
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Public Scheduled Course Dates
Prices per delegate. All prices exclude VAT.
18 Feb - 19 Feb 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
26 Feb - 27 Feb 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
13 Mar - 14 Mar 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
19 Mar - 20 Mar 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
27 Mar - 28 Mar 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
02 Apr - 03 Apr 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
14 Apr - 15 Apr 2025
Virtual Course
£1495
Private Training
Flexible dates, location and content. All prices exclude VAT.
Please contact us to discuss your APM Fundamentals of Project Management (PFQ) course, we have many solutions available to ensure you receive the best training possible.
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Oakville, 14 Durham Road West, Bowburn, Durham, DH6 5AU
0191 377 8377
ittrainingsolutions.co.uk
Printed:2/17/2025 2:29:55 PM