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Introductory Certificate
Overview
In 2004 APM worked with the Department for Education and Skills to develop the APM Introductory Certificate in Project Management which offers an insight into this exciting and challenging discipline.
No prior knowledge or experience in project management is required for this certificate. It is designed for anyone looking to start a successful career in project management or those wanting to understand the principles of project management excellence.
From the 23rd October 2006 all new Introductory Certificate candidates will examined on the APM Introductory Certificate in Project Management Syllabus 2nd edition, which is aligned to the APM Body of Knowledge 5th edition.
What is assessed?
Assessment will be through a 60 question, multiple-choice exam taken over one hour.
Introductory Certificate Sample Paper (57kb)
The assessment will cover the principles of project management, including:
- Planning and scheduling
- Communications
- Quality management
- Teamwork
- Resource management
- Risk management
- Handover
- Review
The syllabus is designed to be taught through a two day training course run by an APM Accredited Provider.
Introductory Certficate Candidate Guidance Notes (42kb)
Introductory Certificate syllabus (88kb)
Successful candidates will be able to understand the language of project management and the structure of a successful project. They will be able to take an active part in a project team and make a positive contribution to any project environment.
Free Registration when Becoming a Member
Individuals who take the exam will be eligible for free registration when applying for membership to the Association.This offer is only available for six weeks after the exam (valid from the date on the results letter)
Study Guide
A study guide for candidates taking the Introductory Certificate in Project Management can be purchased from APM Publishing. More details about the guide can be here.
Exam Fees (Valid from 1st June 2007)
| Level of membership | Fee |
|---|---|
| Non member | £115.00 + VAT |
| Individual who works for an APM corporate member | £100.00 + VAT |
| Associate member or member of APM | £100.00 + VAT |
|
Cancellation |
£55.00 + VAT |
| Resits | £55.00 + VAT |
Introductory Certificate accredited providers
20|20 Business Insight, Adept Knowledge Management, Aim Academy, CITI, Edison Personal Development, Hemsley Fraser, ILX Group plc, Lawson McGraw Associates Ltd, Mary Ward Centre, Maven Training, Monitor, The Nichols Group, Novare Consulting, Oxford Projects Ltd, Parity Training, PMProfessional Learning Ltd, PPI Learning, The Projects Company, The Projects Group Ltd, Provek Ltd, QA, Remarc Technologies Ltd, Xpertise.
Open Examinations
Date: 11 August 2008 Date: 10 November 2008
Venue: University of Leicester, Leicester
Thistle Brands Hatch, Dartford, Kent
To receive more information about APM qualifications please e-mail us at qualifications@apm.org.uk.
