Project Management Qualification (PMQ)

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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Course Overview:
Project Management Qualification (PMQ)

Key Details

Certification

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Project Management Qualification (PMQ)®

Course Format

Self-paced learning with a 12-month licence

Guided learning workshops

Course Duration

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Approximately 65 hours to complete

Pre-Requisites

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None (however project management experience is recommended)

Exam Information

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One exam take included. Exam is multiple choice and short and long answer questions over 2.5 hours

Resources Required

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Computer with internet and email access

Skills Developed

Project Management Frameworks and Governance
Planning Management
Delivery and Quality Assurance
Risk Management
Stakeholder Management
Resource Management

Learning Objectives

✔️ 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.

Who is this Course Suitable for?

Project Management Experience

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.

Project Roles

(Aspiring) Project Manager

Program Manager

Portfolio Manager

Project Coordinator

PMO Specialist

Project Director

Operations Manager

Risk Manager

Business Analyst

Other Project and Team Leaders

Industries

This course is suitable for most industries. Contact us for more information.

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Certified by Industry, for Industry

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.

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Course Career Pathways

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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