The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) course is aligned to the APM Body of Knowledge and provides a solid understanding of project management. It’s an introductory and internationally recognised qualification that teaches valuable skills for those new to the field or looking to formalise their knowledge.

This course delivers a comprehensive overview of key project management concepts, terminology, and roles and responsibilities. With this introductory training, you’ll develop a foundation in the principles and practices required for successful project delivery. Perfect for those starting their project management journey or looking to learn new skills.

Read the APM PFQ learning plan to understand the essential details related to this course. It explains the commitment required to meet the APM assessment criteria and complete the course.

Course Overview

Delivery Method: Live Virtue Classroom.

Certification: APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ)

Exam information: 60-minute, multiple-choice online exam, 60% pass mark.

Advantages & Target Audience

By completing this course, you’ll acquire essential knowledge of project management, from initiation to completion. Learn the skills needed to confidently contribute to a project’s success.

Learners gain practical insights into key project management areas, including resource optimisation, scheduling, estimating, and change control. The curriculum addresses risk and issue management, configuration management, and quality assurance, equipping participants with tools to handle challenges in dynamic project environments. Clear communication and reporting techniques are emphasised, alongside procurement and the deployment baseline, to ensure projects align with organisational goals and stakeholder expectations.

The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) course offers a thorough grounding in the principles and practices of project management. It covers essential topics such as projects, programmes, and portfolios, as well as project lifecycles and situational context. Participants will explore how effective reviews, stakeholder management, and leadership contribute to project success. This course ensures learners understand the critical roles and responsibilities within a project team, laying the foundation for confident, structured management approaches.

In addition to technical skills, the APM PFQ covers leadership and teamwork within a project. Participants learn how to inspire and manage teams, fostering collaboration to achieve project objectives. The course also highlights the importance of defining success, managing benefits, and building robust business cases. By mastering these principles, learners leave with the confidence to manage projects effectively and contribute to organisational growth.

Learning Outcomes

• Project management and the operating environment
• Project life cycles
• The roles and responsibilities within projects
• Project management planning
• Project scope management
• Resource, scheduling and optimisation in a project
• Risk and issue management in the context of a project
• Quality in the context of a project
• Communication in the context of a project
• Leadership and teamwork within a project

What’s included

• APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) accredited training
• APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) exam
• Online pre-course for the live virtual classroom course
• 14 hours of learning resources
• Tutor support
• Exam