The Project Management Qualification (PMQ) is a certification offered by the Association for Project Management (APM) for professionals seeking to enhance their project management skills.
The course covers advanced project management principles, tools, and techniques, preparing individuals to successfully lead projects, manage teams, and deliver results in complex environments.
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Project Management Qualification (PMQ)®
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Self-paced learning with a 12-month licence
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Guided learning workshops
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Approximately 65 hours to complete
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None (however project management experience is recommended)
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One exam take included. Exam is multiple choice and short and long answer questions over 2.5 hours
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Computer with internet and email access
✔️ Navigate the stages of the project lifecycle, governance structures, and sustainability factors
✔️ Build a strong business case by evaluating benefits, costs, and risks
✔️ Manage transitions, benefits, stakeholder engagement, and communication effectively
✔️ Lead teams, resolve conflicts, and inspire collaboration
✔️ Embrace diversity, ethics, compliance, and professionalism in project management
✔️ Master requirements management, quality control, and developing effective solutions
✔️ Plan and integrate schedules, resources, and change control seamlessly
✔️ Tackle risks, issues, budgeting, and cost control with confidence.
No prior experience is required. However, project management experience is recommended (alternatively, candidates may be undertaking a project management degree or apprenticeship).
Candidates must complete the Project Fundamentals Qualification before or as part of their study of this course.
✦ (Aspiring) Project Manager
✦ Program Manager
✦ Portfolio Manager
✦ Project Coordinator
✦ PMO Specialist
✦ Project Director
✦ Operations Manager
✦ Risk Manager
✦ Business Analyst
✦ Other Project and Team Leaders
This course is suitable for most industries. Contact us for more information.
Sign Up Now!Our Project Management Qualification (PMQ)® course is both accredited and assessed by the Association for Project Management (APM).
The Association for Project Management is a leading, global project management body, comprising over 45,000 members. The APM advocates for best practices, professional development, and advancing the project management discipline across industries.
✦ Project Manager
✦ Project Coordinator
✦ Operations Manager
✦ Risk Manager
✦ Product Manager
✦ Project Management Consultant
✦ Business Analyst
✦ Change Manager
✦ Program Manager
✦ Portfolio Manager
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