APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) 7th Edition Virtual

By the end of this course you should:

• Understand project management and the operating environment
• Understand project life cycles
• Understand the roles and responsibilities within projects
• Understand project management planning
• Understand project scope management
• Understand resource, scheduling and optimisation in a project
• Understand project risk and issue management in the context of a project
• Understand quality in the context of a project
• Understand communication in the context of a project
• Understand leadership and teamwork within a project

Here are some of the areas that this course will cover:

• The principles of project management
• Planning and scheduling
• Defining the optimum approach to complete each project successfully
• Communications
• Quality management
• Teamwork
• Resource management
• Risk management
• Achieving an efficient utilisation of resources
• Understanding and utilising the processes and techniques for effective management of risk
• Handover and review
• Ensuring a controlled handover of ‘outputs’ to the client and the capture of project experiences

• All accompanying course material
• Online pre-course (Directed Development)
• Attendance at a two-day virtual classroom course (Guided Learning)
• 13.5 hours of ILX learning resources (Directed Development)
• APM Project Fundamentals Qualification examination: Must be taken online via remote proctor within 12 months of purchase

Optional extras:

• APM Body of Knowledge 7th Edition
• Pass Protect exam insurance - A cost effective solution, providing insurance and peace of mind if things don’t go to plan with your first exam attempt. For more information and terms and conditions click here

Exams are taken online via remote proctor. Two working days prior to course commencement ILX will arrange for an exam voucher to be issued. You will then be able to book a suitable time after your classroom event has finished to undertake your exam.

Please note: 

For more information about taking your exam including the exam rules and regulations and to check the technical requirements please click here. You are responsible for booking your own exam(s). 

Exam format

• One hour in duration
• Multiple choice
• 60 questions
• 60% pass mark (36/60)

This qualification is designed for those with little or no project management experience who are looking to start a successful project management career or wanting to understand the principles of project management excellence. 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.

All potential delegates need to undertake a free online project management assessment. This will confirm suitability and readiness for your chosen course and exam. Please watch the APM Learner Suitability video accessible here and then complete the assessment. If following the results of your assessment you have any questions regarding your suitability or readiness, please email contactus@ilxgroup.com and we will discuss this with you.

Pre-course

There is mandatory online pre-course work that must be undertaken prior to attending this course. It is expected that it will take approximately five hours to complete. You will be sent full instructions with a link to the online pre course within 48 hours of your confirmed booking.

In addition, whilst attending your course there will also be some examination preparation evening work.