APM PMQ - Malawi

APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) Course Outline

The APM Project management qualification (PMQ) syllabus is based upon the APM Body of Knowledge 7th edition. Throughout this 5-day training course you will gain a broad level understanding of project management knowledge to be able to participate in projects from individual level to large organisational projects.

Module 1: Life Cycles

• Understand Distinct Life Cycle Stages Used to Structure Projects
• Differences Between a Project Life Cycle and an Extended Life Cycle
• Influence of Organisational Context and Culture, and Specific Project Needs on Life Cycle Choice and Adaptations
• Strengths and Limitations of Different Life Cycles

Module 2: Governance Arrangements

• Understand Governance Structures Aligning with Organisational Practice(Different Types of Organisation Structures and Their Feature)
• Roles Within Project Management and Responsibilities of Each Role
• Importance of Project Management Governance Aspects
• Impact of a Project’s Life Cycle on Its Governance Framework and Financial Authority Limits
• Linking Projects to an Organisation’s Objectives

Module 3: Sustainability

• Sustainability Responsibilities, Principles, Priorities, and Their Impact on Projects
• Monitoring and Reporting on Sustainability Measures

Module 4: Business Case

• Tools and Techniques Influencing a Project’s Business Case
• Importance of Reviewing Changes Impacting the Business Case
• Business Case as the Project Baseline

Module 5: Procurement

• Importance and Purpose of a Procurement Strategy
• Stages of Supplier Selection and Procurement Planning
• Features of Different Contractual Relationships
• Methods of Supplier Reimbursement and Their Applicability

Module 6: Reviews

• Benefits of Conducting Reviews Throughout the Life Cycle
• Factors Typically Reported to Ensure Successful Outcomes
• Importance of Producing Information for Decision-making
• Re-planning Activities Post-review

Module 7: Assurance

• Purpose of Assurance and Awareness of Its Scope, Priorities, and Strategic Aims

Module 8: Transition Management

• Requirements for a Successful Transition
• Importance of Knowledge Transfer and Continuous Improvement
• Engaging Stakeholders in Transition Planning

Module 9: Benefits Management

• Monitoring Benefit Realisation Throughout a Project
• Meaning, Importance, and Communication of Benefits Management

Module 10: Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Management

• Working with Internal and External Parties to Achieve Project Outcomes
• Relationships Between Stakeholder Analysis, Influence, and Engagement
• Benefits of a Communication Plan and Managing Stakeholder Expectations
• Range of Communication Methods and Tailoring Messaging

Module 11: Conflict Resolution

• Identifying and Addressing Differences Within a Project
• Sources and Impacts of Conflict
• Approaches to Address Conflict in Various Situations

Module 12: Leadership

• Impact of Leadership on Team Performance
• Necessity of Varied Leadership Styles
• Importance of a Coaching and Mentoring Style

Module 13: Team Management

• Stages of Team Development and Influencing Factors
• Models Used for Understanding Team Development
• Characteristics and Benefits of Effective Teams
• Leadership Approaches for Virtual and Hybrid Teams

Module 14: Diversity and Inclusion

• Building an Inclusive Environment Embracing Diverse Culture
• Knowledge of Diversity and Its Workplace Impacts
• Importance of Incorporating Diversity in All Project Parts
• Addressing Conscious and Unconscious Biases

Module 15: Ethics, Compliance and Professionalism

• Importance of Continuing Professional Development
• Specialist Advice and Standards for Project Adherence
• Impact of the Legal and Regulatory Landscape on Projects

Module 16: Requirements Management

• Capturing and Monitoring Project Requirements
• Establishing and Managing Scope Through Requirements Management Processes

Module 17: Solutions Development

• Evaluating and Prioritising Requirements
• Different Approaches for Different Life Cycle Models

Module 18: Quality Management

• Ensuring Outputs Meet Set Requirements
• Quality Planning and Control Techniques

Module 19: Integrated Planning

• Incorporating Multiple Plans into a Project Management Plan
• Importance of an Integrated Schedule Management Plan

Module 20: Schedule Management

• Time-based Planning Focusing on Activities and Resources
• Defining Scope, Managing Dependencies, and Optimising Schedules

Module 21: Resource Management

• Identifying and Scheduling Required Resources
• Organisational Breakdown Structure and Responsibility Assignment
• Resource Categorisation and Allocation
• Differences Between Resource Smoothing and Resource Levelling

Module 22: Budgeting and Cost Control

• Estimating Costs, Agreeing Budgets, and Monitoring Finances
• Budget Creation and Refinement
• Financial Performance Monitoring and Reporting
• How to Close Down Finances at the End of a Project?

Module 23: Risk and Issue Management

• Identifying Risks and Planning Responses
• Benefits of Risk and Contingency Planning
• Stages of Risk and Issue Management Processes
• Why Governance is Important in Risk and Issue Management?

Module 24: Change Control

• Stages of Change Control Processes
• Recognise Differences in Change Control Between Linear and Iterative Cycles
• Assessing and Justifying Changes
• Justify Decisions on Change Requests
• Update Plans and Schedules to Reflect Changes