APM Introductory Certificate (PFQ)

Learn to plan and execute strategies

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

APM Introductory Certificate (PFQ), also called APM Project Fundamental Qualification is ideal for all those who want to become project managers. This training will provide the delegates with the knowledge about the tools and techniques used in project management. Our trainer will help the delegates in going through all the concepts of the subject so that they can clear the exam easily that will be held at the end of the training.

  • Discover the fundamental concepts of project management

  • Discover the structure of successful project

  • Get familiar with the roles and responsibilities of project manager

  • Learn how to give best to the project using available sources

  • Get to know about the various benefits that will be undertaken by attending this course

WHAT'S INCLUDED ?

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Includes

Tutor Support

A dedicated tutor will be at your disposal throughout the training to guide you through any issues.

Includes

Exam(s) included

Exams are provided, as part of the course. Obtaining certification is dependant on passing these exams

Includes

Certificate

Delegates will get certification of completion at the end of the course.

PREREQUISITES

  • There are no prerequisites for attending APM Introductory Certificate (PFQ) course
  • The delegates having some knowledge regarding managing resources can be helpful

TARGET AUDIENCE

APM Introductory Certificate (PFQ) course is best suited for the following audience:

  • Those who are new to the field of project management and want to get knowledge regarding the concepts used in it
  • Project Team Members who don't have any previous training in project management and who want to know about the standard terminologies used in project management
  • Individuals who want to get certified in APM Introductory Certificate (PFQ) can attend this course

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

  • Get to know about the roles and responsibilities in the domain of project management
  • Identify the criteria that should be adopted in order to gain success and benefits
  • Get the knowledge and understanding needed to clear this course
  • Identify the difference between operating environment and project management
  • Learn about the management structure on which the project operates
  • Determine effective planning for project management
  • Get to know about scope of project management
  • Understand the breakdown structure of project as the first step of planning
  • Effectively manage communication in the project environment

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

APMP Training's APM Introductory Certificate course focuses on providing delegates with the knowledge on how to use various techniques for better management of the project within the organisation. Our trainers have years of experience in their domain. We provide latest study material while training sessions. Our courses are updated regularly as the new update is announced or came in market. Learn to effectively implement the learnt techniques in the workplace.

Exam

60 MCQ type questions

Exam Duration- 60 minutes

Passing Marks – 60 percent i.e. (36 out of 60)


PROGRAM CONTENT

Project Management and its operating environment

  • Define of project and project management
  • Vital purpose and definition of programme management, project management, and portfolio management
  • Difference between programme management and portfolio management in the field of project management
  • Differentiate between project and business
  • Pros of effective project management
  • Know about Project environment
  • Learn about PESTLE as a tool

Project Concept Phase 

  • Stakeholder management 
  • Project success management 
  • Business case 
  • Its benefits 

Project Definition Phase 

  • Project management plan 
  • Learn Quality Management 
  • Risk management 
  • Scope management 
  • To Scheduling 
  • Resource management 
  • To Estimating 
  • Define Procurement 

Project Management in Context

  • Project management
  • Programme management
  • Portfolio management
  • Project context
  • Project sponsorship

Planning the Strategy

  • Project quality
  • Project risk management
  • Purpose of the project management plan (PMP)
  • Handle Stakeholders’ Management
  • Project success and benefits management

Executing the Strategy

  • Scope management
  • Scheduling
  • Resource management
  • Change control information
  • Management and reporting
  • Issues management

Techniques

  • Configuration management
  • Estimating
  • Project business case
  • Procurement

Organising and Governance

  • Project lifecycle
  • Handover and closeout
  • Project reviews
  • Organisational roles

People and the Profession

  • Communications in a project
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership

Scope management

  • Define scope management
  • Product Breakdown Structure and Work Breakdown Structure
  • Configuration
  • Change control
  • Links between configuration and change control
  • Process of Change control
  • Configure management process

Scheduling and resource management

  • Define Total float and critical path
  • Understand Gantt chart, milestone, and baseline
  • Know Resource Management
  • Understand Different Types of resources
  • Resource smoothing/resource levelling
  • Procurement 

Risk Management and issue management

  • Project risk and risk management
  • Project risk management process
  • Use of risk register
  • Issue and issue management
  • Use of issue log
  • Escalation process

Project quality management

  • Quality and quality management
  • Quality planning, quality assurance, quality control, and continual improvement
  • Differences b/w quality control and assurance
  • Project reviews such as
    • Gate post
    • Benefit
    • Peer reviews

Communication

  • Methods of communication
  • Barriers to communication
  • Effective communication 
  • Communication plan

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ABOUT Swansea

Swansea is a coastal city lies on the south coast of Wales with a population of around 241,300 in 2014. The county of Swansea is the second largest and most populous city in the Wales followed by Cardiff. The city is situated between the ancient Welsh and Glamorgan‘s historic county boundaries and surrounded by Bristol Channel and Swansea Bay. The city was also known as Copperopolis due to the presence of copper industry in the 19th century. The town got the city status in 1969 during the Prince Charles’s tour to Wales. The city comprises four physical areas include Gower Peninsula, urban and suburban zone stretching to the towns of Gorseinon, Lliw uplands and coastal strip around Swansea Bay.

History

The name of the city is derived from Sveinn’s island, referring settlement is developed on the raised ground in marshes. The early evidence of the area demonstrated the Bronze Age, Stone Age and Iron Age. It has been suggested that the city has developed as a Viking trading post. The first charter was granted to the city in the 11th century and it gained the status of the borough.  A marcher lordship was formed in the city after the Norman Empire and incorporated land around the manor of Kilvey, Swansea Bay and the peninsula. The borough charter was granted between 1158 and 1184 and gained the status of chief lordship town.

During the Industrial Revolution, the city served as the key logical base for copper smelting works. The wool, cloth, wine and coal was traded through the Swansea port. The population of the city expanded significantly in the 18th century. The lower Swansea valley was filled with waste products and derelict works due to decline in heavy industries in the town in the 20th century. The Lower Swansea Valley Scheme was introduced in the city to bring the wasteland into the usable condition. This resulted in the construction of Enterprise Zone over the wasteland and north and south dock became Parc Tawe and Marina respectively. The city was the prime target of German bombers during the Second World War due to the presence of the heavy industries in the town and the centre of the town was significantly affected.  

Economy

The economy of the city was based on metals, copper and mining industry in the 18th century.  These heavy industries declined and the majority of the copper ores were melted in the lower Swansea valley. The trend of the economy shifted to light industries and service sector. More than 90% of the workforce is engaged in the service sector including banking, finance, education, public administration and insurance. Headquarter of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency is based in the city and provided employment to around 6000 people in the city while other major employers in the city include Virgin Media, Amazon, Admiral Group, BT and HSBC. The city is home to the worldwide customer care centre of the Virgin Atlantic, handling baggage claims, customer relations, reservations and sales. 

Education

The city has six infants, one nursery, five junior, fifteen comprehensive and seventy-seven primary schools in the city. The campus of Swansea University is located in the Singleton Park for higher education. The engineering department of the university has done an outstanding work for solving engineering design problems and acknowledged as a centre of excellence. The other departments of the university such as Physics, Computer Science and History were also renowned for their achievements. The third best medical school in the country after Cambridge and Oxford ‘Swansea University Medical School’ is located in the city. The other higher educational institutes are Gower College and University of Wales Trinity Saint David.