APM Introductory Certificate

 

Duration : 2 days

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Introduction to Project Management
(Leading to APM Introductory Certificate)

A two day workshop designed to introduce people to a structured approach to planning, managing and controlling a project. Individuals currently working for less than 12 months in Project Management, Team Leaders and people working on the periphery of projects and Project Management will benefit from attendance. The course prepares delegates to sit the APM Introductory Certificate examination which is scheduled at the end of the second day.

Pre-requisites: None

Objectives
Attendance on this workshop will enable delegates to:

  • Develop their understanding of the stages in the Project Management Process with particular reference to the Project Management Lifecycle
  • Understand and apply planning and control techniques
  • Build on their existing knowledge and skills in Project Management
  • Relate the various tools and techniques to one complete process

At the end of the workshop the students will be able to:

  • Apply their knowledge in a practical way to real life projects
  • Use the tools and techniques associated with Project Management effectively
  • Take a professional view of all project work

Format
During the syndicate activities delegates will produce various documents required to plan, monitor and control any project. They will have ample opportunity to discuss their findings, their understanding of the processes and their approach to Project Management. Throughout the workshop additional information will be given to ensure syndicates cover the objectives of each session. Individual exercises will also be used to consolidate subjects taught. At the end of the course, delegates will have the opportunity to sit a 1 hour multiple choice examination leading to the APM Introductory Certificate.

Pre-course Work: None

Content
During the workshop delegates will work on a project scenario in syndicates. Sessions will include the following topics:

7Project Lifecycle

  • Project Management Approach
  • Project Organisation Structure
  • Stakeholder Analysis
  • Documentation
  • Business Case
  • Project Management Plan

Breakdown Structures

  • Work, Product, Organisational & Costs


Detailed Planning

  • Networks
  • Estimating
  • Critical Path Analysis
  • Gantt Chart
  • Resource Histogram

People Management and Teams

  • Belbin Team Types
  • Motivation/Communication
  • Handling Conflict

Methods and Procedures

  • Risk
  • Change/Configuration Management
  • Quality

Monitoring and Control

 

APM Introductory Certificate Schedule - 2 day course

 

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