Introductory Certificate

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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.

Study Guide
The study guide for the Introductory Certificate is Starting Out in Project Management which can be purchased from Turpin Distribution. Click here for more details.

What is assessed?
Assessment will be through a 60 question, multiple-choice exam taken over one hour.

Introductory Certificate sample paper (77kb)

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 Certificate syllabus (88kb)

Introductory Certificate Guidance Notes (57kb)

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.

Save £98* becoming an associate member
Individuals who take the exam will be eligible to a saving of £98* when applying for associate level membership to APM, if applied for 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. (Valid from 1st June 2010)

Level of membership	Fee
Non member	£124 + VAT
Individual who works for an APM corporate member	£109 + VAT>
Associate member or member of APM	<£109 + VAT
Cancellation	£60 + VAT
Resits	£60 + VAT

Prices are correct at the time of print. APM reserve the right to increase the price of their fees.

Registering
There are two ways you can register to sit the APM Introductory Certificate: by registering for a training course and exam with an accredited training provider, or by self-study and sitting the exam only on one of APM’s open events.

To follow a course with a training provider:
Refer to http://www.apm.org.uk/ProfessionalDevelopment.asp to see a list of the companies who are accredited to provide the Introductory Certificate course and exam.

Please contact them directly to find out dates, prices and locations. If you follow a training course with an accredited training provider an application form to register for the exam will be provided for you.

To sit the Introductory Certificate exam on one of APM’s Open Events:

Places are allocated on a first come first served basis when the completed application form and full payment has been received. Spaces are limited, so booking early is recommended. No bookings can be taken less than 10 working days before the examination.

Payment can be made by cheque (payable to APM) or by credit/debit card. If you wish to pay by card, please include a telephone number so that we can take your payment

Next Open Exams:

Date: 9 August 2010
University of Westminster, Harrow

Date: 15 November 2010
Wychwood Park, Cheshire

Date: 21 February 2011
Kents Hill Park, Milton Keynes

Date: 16 May 2011
Royal Station Hotel, Newcastle upon Tyne

To receive more information about APM qualifications please e-mail us at qualifications@apm.org.uk.

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