APM – Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ)
The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification is a highly regarded and effective entry-level qualification. It provides an ideal starting point for those who are new to project management and are seeking to improve their performance either as a manager or as an effective member of the project team.
About the course
The PFQ is a highly regarded and effective entry-level qualification.
It provides an ideal starting point for those who are new to project management and are seeking to improve their performance either as a manager or as an effective member of the project team.
It is also a very useful course for more experienced practitioners who are considering progression to the next level with the PMQ, but perhaps have not taken a formal exam for some time and wish to dip their toes in the water with an introductory course.
No prior experience is required for this course.
Tutor support, course notes, and access to Ladymead’s online learning resources
The delegates can contact the course tutor during their pre-course preparation and home study periods with any questions they may have.
Ladymead’s course notes are fully comprehensive and comprises of a course textbook, workshop notes, case studies, mock exam questions and answers, online e-learning videos, and other supporting material and references.
Interactive Teaching Style
We adopt a highly and interactive teaching style which is designed to engage the delegates in practical exercises and discussions.
The delegates are encouraged to relate the syllabus topics directly to their own workplace rather than to treat them as an academic subject.
Our twin objectives are to add genuine value by assisting the delegates in improving their own performance at work as well as gaining a respected qualification.
Classroom options
Our open public courses are delivered via interactive workshop sessions delivered via the popular Zoom platform.
Our virtual classrooms combine the Covid safety, environmental, and cost benefits of a virtual online course with the personal approach and social interaction of a traditional face to face classroom.
Traditional face-to-face classroom courses are available for in-house courses with corporate clients.
Workshop and exam attendance: 2 days plus exam
Price per delegate including the APM PFQ exam and invigilation fees.
- Online classroom – £670 plus VAT.
- Face to Face classroom – Please enquire.
- Corporate in-house – Please enquire
Who is it for
The PFQ is a highly regarded and sought after entry-level qualification.
The PFQ provides an ideal starting point for both those who are new to project management and for more experienced practitioners who would benefit from a refresher course.
It is a very good and highly recommended preparatory course for anyone who wishes to go onto tackle the PMQ, particularly those who may not have sat a formal examination for some time.
Our PFQ includes a short briefing workshop, pre-course preparation, 2 days attendance on our trainer led online classroom workshops, final exam prep and revision period, and concludes with the 1-hour online PFQ exam.
The course delivery is spread over a practical 3-week period to allow delegates to manage their studies with work, family and other commitments.
By spreading the course over a practical period, our PFQ provides the quickest route to achieving the qualification at the first attempt.
The course workshops will be run on a highly interactive and practical basis with debates and exercises designed to engage the delegates and to relate the course directly to the work the carry out for their employers and clients
The workshop sessions are led by our trainers all of whom are highly experienced as hands on project managers in addition to their extensive skills as trainers.
Our PFQ course offers the best combination of practical interactive workshops and periods of self-paced home study.
It provides delegates with a high quality and significantly less stressful learning experience than the traditional high-intensity boot camp approach offered by some of our competitors.
We achieve excellent exam results and delegate feedback.
Those who pass the PFQ are encouraged to apply for Affiliate membership of the APM and to consider the tackling the PMQ which is the next step in the APM Pathway process.
We specialise in developing bespoke in-house programmes.
The course format, teaching style, and duration will be developed to meet the customer’s requirements, including any additional topics, special emphasis, and reference to corporate objectives, culture, policies, and procedures.
Please enquire and we will work with you to develop a detailed costed proposal that focusses directly upon your specific requirements.
Topics Covered
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| Project Environment | Risk & Issue Management |
| Poject Programme & Portfolio Management | Quality Management |
| Project Roles | Scope Management |
| Business Case | Change Management |
| Project Life Cycles | Estimating |
| Project Management Plan | Scheduling & Resource Management |
| Stakeholder Management | Information Management & Reporting |
| Communications | Leadership & Teamwork |
Fees include:
- Tuition fees
- Online tutor support during the home study periods.
- Comprehensive set of course notes
- Access to online learning resource
- APM exam and invigilation fees
- There are no hidden extras.
About Ladymead’s tutors
One of our key strengths is the high quality of our tutors.
All of tutors hold APM qualifications and have a substantial level of hands-on experience at a senior level in project management in addition to their proven expertise in training.
We firmly believe that it is essential that our tutors have a high level of practical experience as well as excellent skills as a trainer and coach.
They are then able to add genuine value to the course by not only helping the delegates to pass their exams but perhaps more importantly to improve their performance at work.
