The APM Fundamentals Introductory Certificate is for those individuals who have managed projects for at least a year and wish to gain the APM Introductory Certificate qualification.

What are the course objectives?

The primary purpose of this course is to prepare delegates for the successful completion of the APM one hour multiple choice examination. However, the course covers the entire syllabus of the APM Body of Knowledge (APM BoK) subject areas and in undertaking this course candidates learn a huge amount in a short time about the theory, techniques and practice of project management.

What content is covered?

The APMIC course is structured around the APM Body of Knowledge 6th edition. The focus is on providing knowledge, principles and best practices in project management.

APM assesses the candidate’s breadth of knowledge in many areas of project management, from strategic and commercial implications, to the technical, organisational, and people management skills required to participate effectively within a project team.

What are the key topics?
  • teaching of the key project management topics defined by the APM BoK
  • rehearsal on examination approach and technique
  • practical exercises
  • practice questions with solution notes
  • marked mock examination with feedback
  • analysis of APM BoK specific terminology.
What is the course format?

Each candidate receives a workbook and study guide which comprises: lecture slides, APM syllabus, reference text on the BoK topics, examination questions with solution notes and a revision workbook.

Each lecture consists of an interactive presentation of the material, interspersed with practical exercises which are undertaken either in teams or individually.

At the end of the first day, homework will be set for the evening which will cover the subjects taught during the day. The next day will begin with comment on the homework and solution notes will be provided and reviewed.

The afternoon of the second day will entail guidance on examination technique and then the examination.

What is the duration and cost of the course?

This is a two day course, with the exam on the second day.

We are not currently running this course as an open course available to the general public. However, if you have a minimum of 6 colleagues interested in completing this course please get in touch by clicking below and we can discuss in-company costs and availability.
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