APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) Blended
Programme Overview & Summary
The APM Project Fundamentals qualification (PFQ), is a knowledge-based qualification developed by Association
for Project Management (APM, the chartered body for the project profession. The PFQ is the first step in the APM suite
of certifications and provides: A fundamental awareness of project management terminology, a broad understanding
of the principles of the profession, the knowledge to make a positive contribution to any project.
Style and Approach
This course covers provides comprehensive coverage of the PMQ syllabus: 10 learning outcomes and 59 assessment criteria – the specific topics you are required to know.
Audience
APM PFQ is for anyone wanting a broad understanding of the principles of the profession. You don’t need any prior knowledge or experience for this qualification.
Programme Structure
In this intensive course, you will be asked to complete 15hrs of digital learning over a 3 week period and attend a 1 day onsite course. At the end of the course you will be expected to take 1 hour exam.
Preparing for the workshop
None required.
Group Size
14 Participants.
Prerequisite & Requirements
This workshop is for any Network Rail employee and is the first step in the APM suite of certifications.
Supporting Resources
None required.
Course Duration
15 hours over 3 weeks digital learning followed by a 1 day course (7 hours) and a 1 hour exam.
Course Cost
For all our course pricing please login at Course pricing. Please Note: Only employees with a Network Rail email address will be allowed access.
Learning Outcomes
APM PFQ is Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCCF) level 6, and Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) level 3 (equivalent to A-Level). This course includes your PFQ examination, and all course materials to prepare you fully.
Course Objectives
This course includes your PFQ examination, and all course materials to prepare you fully.
Accreditation
APM PFQ is Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCCF) level 6.
Course Progression
The PFQ is the first step in the APM suite of certifications.
Course Syllabus
This course covers provides comprehensive coverage of the PMQ syllabus:
- 10 learning outcomes
- 59 assessment criteria – the specific topics you are required to know.
Course Learning Commitment
This is an intensive course and please ensure you can commit the time to it. The structure of your course is:
- Launch event: 1 hour, where you will be given access to your digital learning
- Digital learning: minimum 15 hours over 3 weeks (you must complete your digital learning in full before your live event)
- 1 day course: 7 hours
- Any additional study before your exam
- Exam: 1 hour, multiple choice, closed book, 60 questions, 36 correct answers (60%) to pass
How to apply
If you would like to attend this course or have any queries about your projects following the course, or wish to submit your project for accreditation, please goto our how to book webpage.
