Introductory Certificate

What is the Introductory Certificate?
The APM Introductory Certificate (SCQF Level 6) in Project Management offers a fundamental awareness of project management terminology and is for those wishing to gain a broad understanding of the principles of the profession.

Who is it for?
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.

What is assessed?
The Introductory Certificate in Project Management syllabus assesses the key elements of the project management lifecycle and covers 27 knowledge areas from the APM Body of Knowledge 5th edition including planning and scheduling, communication, teamwork, resource management, project risk management and project reviews.

How is it assessed?
Assessment is through a 60 question, multiple choice examination, taken over 1 hour. Full details of the examination process can be found in the Introductory Certificate Candidate Guidance Notes.

How can I study for this qualification?
You can study through our Accredited providers who offer the Introductory Certificate in Project Management in many different formats including classroom, web, CD, public and in-house courses. The Introductory Certificate sample paper will support you in preparing for your examination.

You can also self study; ‘Starting Out in Project Management’ is a helpful guide to project management and a detailed study guide that will support readers wishing to undertake the APM’s Introductory Certificate in Project Management qualification. Should you wish to undertake self study, you can enter one of four open examinations run by the Association for Project Management. You may apply for these using the qualifications application form, available on the qualifications page.

How much does it cost?
Please contact an accredited training provider for fees or alternatively take an open exam with APM. 

Save £99* becoming an associate member
Individuals taking the exam are eligible to save £99* when applying for associate membership within 6 weeks of receiving the results letter.

*The £98 saving reflects a waiver of the registration fee. This offer only applies for associate level membership applicants. In all cases, if you are an employee of a corporate member of APM the registration fee will be waived.