5 day NEW APM Project Management Qualification
Posted on:Navigating the New APM Project Management Qualification: What you need to know July 2024.
The Association for Project Management (APM) has recently introduced significant changes to its Project Management Qualification (PMQ), featuring a revamped syllabus, updated exam styles, and an increased emphasis on in-depth learning. Here’s a comprehensive look at what these changes entail and how you can navigate them effectively. To find out more click on the link at the bottom of the page to download the new APM Project Management Qualification handbook
Understanding the New APM Project Management Qualification Syllabus
The new APM PMQ syllabus has been meticulously designed to reflect the evolving landscape of project management. The updated content emphasizes a holistic approach, integrating modern project management practices and theories.
- It’s now based on the APM competence framework. Learning objectives (highlighted in the new APM PMQ handbook page 9) provide a high level summary of the learning associated with each competence.
There’s a new APM Project Management Exam format
The exam format has also seen a transformation, aimed at better evaluating a candidate’s comprehensive understanding and application of project management principles. Some changes include the new style questions:
- Multiple response: 20 questions, 1 mark each.
- Select from List: 5 questions, 2 marks each.
- Short response: 5 questions, 2 marks each.
- Long response: 10 questions, 5 marks each.
Increased learning time for exam success
Given the expanded syllabus and new exam formats, the learning curve for the APM PMQ has changed. Candidates are expected to invest more time in study and preparation. Our plan at IPSO FACTO is for you to spend the recommended 75 hours (Total Qualification Time).
- Pre-course Preparation: 10 hours up front preparation “must” be completed before the start of the course. (10 hours)
- Guided Learning by your trainer: 9am to 5pm Monday to Thursday and 9am to 4pm Friday (32 hours)
- Activities
- Exam question and answer feedback sessions
- Evening self study plus test exam questions. 2 hours daily with feedback and support the following morning (8 hours)
- Unsupervised Direct Learning: Post course self study and exam preparation: (22.5 hours)
- Activities
- eLearning modules and tasks
- Self study training resources
- 2.5 hours exam duration. (2.5 hours)
Supporting you throughout
Our team at IPSO FACTO are here to support you throughout your journey. We believe that your chances of success will increase significantly for your exam and project management career, if you fully commit to this new process.
Final thoughts
By familiarizing yourself with the new exam styles, and committing to thorough preparation, you can navigate these changes successfully and advance your career in project management with the new APM PMQ. Remember, the journey to mastering the new APM PMQ is not just about passing the exam but about becoming a more effective and knowledgeable project manager.
In Summary
Our team are here to support you throughout. Tim (Initial contact), Jean (course admin), Julia (APM PMQ accredited trainer).
You will have access to additional training resources for FREE right from the start of your learning journey. This will ensure you can complete both guided and direct learning requirements.
For more information: Call 01489 588453 “Here to drive success in Project Management”.
Resources
NEW apm-project-management-qualification-handbook
What is the APM Competence Framework
Register for Free and complete the self assessment tool to benchmark yourself. The tool covers 29 competences from the Competence Framework required for effective project, programme, portfolio management. You will be asked to rate your performance against each competence on a scale from unaware to expert. Once you’ve completed your assessment you can compare your results to project management roles, so bench marking yourself.
It should take no longer than 15 minutes.
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