APM – Association for Project Management is the largest professional body of its kind in Europe. It is committed to developing and promoting project and programme management through its FIVE Dimensions of Professionalism (Breadth, Depth, Achievement, Commitment & Accountability). APM have incorporated this body of knowledge into their APM course (previously APMP course) progression. APM as an organisation has now obtained chartered status.
What is chartered status and what does this mean to APM training?
The status of chartered is a ‘hard won’ seal of approval from none other than the Monarchy. Chartered status is awarded directly from the monarchy but is governed or approved by the Privy Council. Professions that are awarded chartered status, like accountancy or surveyancy are perceived as thought leaders with the highest standards of excellence. Although this does not automatically provide chartered status for project professionals who qualify under APM training (a rigorous entry process is included), it is the first step to an individual becoming chartered.
How do I become a chartered project professional?
Being accredited under an APM training course is your starting point. Being a member of the APM (and therefore being APM training accredited) is part of the qualifying criteria. In addition to this, potential candidates will be subject to the following before they can achieve chartered status:
A rigorous entry process (including peer review)
Commitment on CPD and the required number of points
Undertaking to comply with the Code of Professional Conduct
APM training qualifications demonstrate to your employer, clients and suppliers that you are a skilled and committed project professional. They are also aligned with IPMA’s 4 level Competency framework which provides recognition throughout the world. Candidates who pass the APM PMQ course qualification are also entitled to register their details on the International Project Management Association (IPMA) website at Level D (APM do charge for this service).
Recent APMP course and APM course name changes
APM has recently updated the names of its qualification suite so that it is much easier to see the natural progression for project professionals from fundamental, to management then to professional level.
CPD/PDUs will be 4.
