APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ)
APM PFQ exam with 30 days access to our e-learning package.
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Summary
Overview
APM PFQ is the knowledge based, introductory qualification awarded by the Association for Project Management (APM); formerly known as the APM Introductory Certificate (APM IC). APM was formed in 1972 in the UK to support project professionals through its qualification and membership scheme. It now has over 30,000 members, making it the largest professional body of its kind in Europe.
The APM Body of Knowledge forms the basis of the APM Qualifications. It defines the boundaries of project, programme and portfolio management and the functions undertaken as part of these endeavours. Incorporating a mix of tools, techniques, processes and skills, APM qualifications offer a progressive structure which demonstrates a delegate’s project management achievements.
The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification provides a fundamental awareness of project management.
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APM Project Fundamentals Qualification
Description
The APM PFQ course is a broad introduction to all aspects of project management and is the first step qualification on the road to becoming a Charted Project Professional. It includes the differences between projects, programmes and portfolios.
The APM PFQ training includes the fundamentals of the following topics;
- Project Management & the Operating Environment
- Project Life Cycles - linear and iterative
- Management Structures by which Projects operate
- Project Management Planning
- Scope Management
- Scheduling and Resource Management
- Risk Management
- Issue Management
- Quality Management
- Communication
- Leadership & Teamwork
Who is this course for?
This course has been designed for those wanting to gain a broad understanding of the principles and practice of project management. No prior knowledge or experience is required for this qualification which will offer the individual the knowledge to make a positive contribution to any project, as a member of the project team. It is also useful to those who have projects within their sphere of management but do not have experience of projects.
This qualification will assist those who would like to strengthen their skills within or gain the following positions:
- Project Manager
- Project Planner
- Project Coordinator
- Project Administrator
- Project Support Officer
- IT Project Manager
- IT Project Assistant
- IT Project Coordinator
Requirements
There are no pre-requisites for this course. It is an introductory course and as such it does not assume any prior knowledge. The course is based on the APM Body of Knowledge and the APM PFQ Study Guide covers the syllabus. Either of these books will be helpful to the learner and can be borrowed from the library, friend, workplace or purchased.
Career path
This qualification will assist those who would like to strengthen their skills within or gain the following positions:
- Project Manager
- Project Planner
- Project Coordinator
- Project Administrator
- Project Support Officer
- IT Project Manager
- IT Project Assistant
- IT Project Coordinator
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