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APM Project Management Qualification

Project Management Qualification

The Association for Project Management (APM) Project Management Qualification (PMQ) will provide you with an in-depth understanding of project management and how to manage projects successfully, together with an intensive optimal learning experience.

We also deliver a Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) course.

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Who is it for?

The APM PMQ is for anyone who:

  • has worked in project management for two years and is looking to become qualified
  • has successfully completed the Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) and is looking for professional development and looking for the full PMQ qualification
  • whose role has been enlarged to take on project management activities and responsibilities.
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Benefits for you

  • demonstrate professional project management competencies as a Project Manager
  • be able to apply project management tools and techniques to your projects in any industry or sector
  • study with project management experts who are both practitioners and experienced lecturers within a university
  • accelerate your project management career with APM and become a full member of the chartered professional body.
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Benefits to your organisation

  • increased likelihood of project success
  • added value and increased project maturity
  • added value to your organisation
  • enhanced recognition of project management capability
  • visible investment in staff.
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The university has a unique delivery model for this course to maximise success. The course is split as follows:

  • Days 1-3 – Core principles of PM – at this point there is a break of a week to embed learning. These sessions are whole days 9.00-16.30.
  • Days 4-5 – Advanced Principles; Exam preparation workshop. A week’s gap to embed learning and practice exam techniques. These sessions are whole days 9.00-16.30.
  • Day 6: 2.5-hour online examination. Usually scheduled for 10.00-13.00 on a Friday.

More info

  • Includes: All learning materials and our 5-star rated APM PMQ Study Guide
  • Details: APM PMQ qualification: dates as published
  • Location: University of West London
  • Cost (includes Exam): £1495
  • Exam: Self-registration - bookable directly with the Association for Project Management.
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Course content

This course is mapped against the APM Body of Knowledge 7th Edition and the Competency Framework 3rd Edition which allows participants to acquire knowledge on issues relating to project management frameworks, linear and iterative life cycle, planning, risk, quality and governance. As well as considering Leadership and project teams for successful project delivery.

This intensive course provides you with in-depth knowledge to be able to select the best tools and techniques for managing your project.

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Topics

  • project management and organisational structures
  • project life cycle
  • governance and project methodologies
  • planning for project success
  • scheduling, resource and procurement management
  • project risk and issue management
  • project quality management
  • project communication
  • project leadership and teams
  • preparation and guidance for examinations.

*The ordering of content may vary from cohort to cohort but the overall topics will be covered.

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Learning hours

At UWL we want to optimise your chances of passing the examinations at the first attempt. We've broken down the learning hours and will provide you with materials prior to attending the course. This gives you an excellent start and every chance of success. Our 3-2-1 delivery model supports this learning process.

Upon registration, we will issue you with our 5-star rated study guide that will help you understand the basic principles of project management and its context. Below we have set out a rough guide to self-taught and guided-learning hours to give you an idea of expectations.

  • UWL APM PMQ Study Guide - this will be provided on registration and two weeks before the course. You will find it helpful to reserve time in your schedule for this work. The amount of time required will vary depending on your knowledge and experience; however, the average time would be around 6-8 hours.
  • Classroom: 30 tutor-led learning hours - The pace of learning varies from cohort to cohort.
  • Additional study - you'll also need to set aside two to three hours each evening during the course, as there will be guided learning and exercises to complete prior to the next session.
  • Exam Preparation – as well as an exam preparation workshop we will provide you will sample exam questions to practice. The number of hours will vary from person to person.

Why study with us?

Tom Griffiths

[It was a] good refresh on project management terminology and processes to support my existing knowledge and experience and gain a formal qualification that’s recognised. I am able to relate to the APM processes to my workplace for managing projects, e.g. any improvements or gaps. This course related to real work infrastructure projects to understand what is going on, eg Crossrail, HS2 etc. I gained a good understanding of projects and a step on the path of becoming a project manager.

Additional information

  • Terms and conditions

    Please note our terms and conditions:

    Cancellations and refunds: Unless written cancellation is received at least 20 workings days before the start of the course, the full fees are non-refundable. Notification of all cancellations must be made to apmcourses@uwl.ac.uk.

    If a course booking is made less than 15 working days in advance of the start date of the course, the above cancellation terms will still apply with fees payable and non-refundable.

    The customer may substitute a delegate on a course upon notification of at least 20 days before the course start date at no additional charge. This is however subject to the new delegate complying with course requirements (including pre-requisites and pre-course reading) as detailed in the course outline.

    In the event of sickness backed by a General Practitioner signed note, one free rescheduling of the course will be allowed following which all terms and conditions associated with cancellation and rescheduling will apply.

    In the event of cancellation due to non-attendance fees are non-refundable.

    Preferential rates may be available for groups from the same organisation. All fees are inclusive of VAT.

    Please note that UWL fees do not include membership fees of the APM.

    Professional courses require viable delegate numbers in order to run. A decision will be made as to the viability as soon as practicable and you will be informed at the earliest possible time, usually two weeks prior to commencement. Should the decision be taken to not run the course you will be offered an alternative date.

    UWL does not guarantee pass rates. Success is dependent on ability, application of knowledge, participation and interaction of the participant.

  • Re-sit fees

  • Discount

    Discounts are available for corporate clients with two or more registrations. 

    You are also eligible for a discount when you book both the APM PFQ and APM PMQ together. Please note that the discount excludes combining the PFQ Online self-directed course with the PMQ.

  • Facilities

    UWL campuses have modern up-to-date classrooms and facilities which will enrich your learning and development experience.

  • Contact us

    If you have further queries regarding the course content and registration process, please email apmcourses@uwl.ac.uk.