Individual membership

What is the appropriate level of membership for me?
APM membership is based on your level of experience. If you have more than five years’ relevant project management experience you are eligible for full membership, which allows you to use the letters MAPM after your name.

If you have less than five years’ experience, you are eligible to become an associate member.

Fellowships are awarded to individuals who have made a significant contribution to the development of project management. To apply, you should have been a full member of APM for at least five years. Alternatively you can apply if you have had at least ten years experience at a senior level. Most importantly, you need to demonstrate the contribution you have made to the profession as a whole. Download the Fellowship information pack for full details on how to apply.

How do I join APM?
To join APM, you simply need to complete a membership application form and send in your payment. If you are applying for full membership, you will need to enclose a project management CV detailing your experience. This is assessed by a membership panel of senior professionals. The panel meets every six weeks. Click here for further details on how to apply for membership.

How do I pay my subscription and where do I send the money?
Your fees are split into two; a one off joining (registration) fee and your annual subscription.

You can pay your membership subscription by cheque or credit card. If you wish to pay by direct debit, simply complete a direct debit form. Direct debit is the best and easiest way to pay. We are unable to accept cash payments or BACS transfers. Download a direct debit mandate here

What is the renewal process?
When your membership is due for renewal we will send you a reminder. To renew your membership, simply complete the enclosed renewals form and send it back with the correct payment. Alternatively you can pay with a card over the phone or by setting up an annual direct debit.

What if I want to leave?
Your membership is very important to us and we would be sorry to lose you. Please take a moment to consider the benefits that membership of a professional organisation brings you. Click here to refresh your memory. If you are certain that you do not want to renew, please let us know why, so that we can take your reasons into account when planning improvements to future membership benefits. You can contact us on 01494 460245 or at info@apm.org.uk.

How do I rejoin if my membership has lapsed?
Rejoining APM
If your membership has lapsed, you can rejoin by contacting the membership services department on info@apm.org.uk or 01494 460245. There is an adminstration fee of £45 to rejoin at associate/full member/fellow level, and £15 to rejoin at student level. The annual subscription is also payable in addition to this fee.

How do I move to the next level of membership?
If you wish to upgrade your membership from student to associate, or from associate to full member, you will need to complete an individual member application form and select the ‘Upgrade’ option. Once completed please send this to APM for assessment by the APM membership panel. To upgrade your membership during the year an upgrade administration charge will be levied (waived for employees of corporate members), but your subscription payment will remain unchanged until your annual renewal date.

I have paid my fees but I have still not received my membership pack
Associate members will receive their welcome packs and membership cards within 28 days. Full and fellow membership applications are reviewed by our membership panel and may take longer. Please contact our membership services department if you want further information about your application.

What if I apply to be a full member but am assessed as an associate?
If the membership panel adjudge that your application should be awarded Associate level, you can either send in additional information to support your application or wait until you have sufficient experience to upgrade your membership. The membership panel will offer guidance on which is the appropriate course of action for you. If awarded associate level, you will be charged the associate level subscription fee.

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