| Guide to Project Management Qualifications Use this guide to find the best project management qualification for you
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| 1 - PRINCE2 Qualifications |
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| PRINCE2 Foundation Certificate (3 days) | >View PRINCE2 Foundation Training Course Dates & Locations< |
| Teaches the principles and terminology of PRINCE2 so that you can be an informed member of a PRINCE2 team and also provides a recognised qualification |
Pre-Requisites - None Suitable For - Individuals wishing to work within PRINCE 2 projects |
| PRINCE2 Practitioner Certificate (5 days) | >View PRINCE2 Practitioner Training Course Dates & Locations< |
| Gives a complete and practical understanding of the PRINCE2 project management method and is the most popular and recognised qualification for project managers Training Course Options - 5-day Combined PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner course (5 days) - PRINCE2 Foundation Course (3 days) followed by 2-day "PRINCE2 Conversion" course |
Pre-Requisites - Prince2 Foundation qualification Suitable For - Individuals with a background of working in projects who want to manage Prince2 projects and also experienced project managers looking for a recognized qualification |
| 2 - Association of Project Management Qualifications | |
| APM Introductory Certificate (2 days) | |
| Designed for anyone interested in starting on a career in project management or who wants to understand the principles of project management excellence. | Pre-Requisites - None Suitable For - Newcomers to project management and those who have worked on projects but have not received any formal training, and who wish to receive a formal qualification |
| APMP Qualification (5 days) | >View APMP Qualification Training Course Dates & Locations< |
| APMP is a knowledge-based qualification and candidates with this award will be able to demonstrate an understanding of all elements of project management, how these elements interact. They will also be able to understand and how their project fits into their strategic and commercial environment | Pre-Requisites - Practical experience and knowledge in project management, plus experience of working in a project team Suitable For - Anyone who has worked within projects, or who has recently taken on project management responsibilities as part of their job. Also experienced project managers looking for a recognized qualification |
| 3 - PMI - Skill-based Qualifications from the USA's Professional Body for Project Management |
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| PMI Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) (4 days) | >View PMI CAPM Training Course Dates & Locations< |
| This course is aimed at anyone who has a basic or limited knowledge of Project Management principles, practices, tools and techniques and requires a lower level of pre-requisites than the PMI PMP qualification This 4 day certification course takes delegates through the phases of a project using the PMI 's process groups and integration framework |
Pre-Requisites - High school diploma or equivalent and either 1,500 hours on a project team or 23 hours project management training (i.e. CAPM training course) Suitable For - Anyone who has a basic or limited knowledge of Project Management principles, practices, tools and techniques |
| PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) (5 days) | >View PMI PMP Training Course Dates & Locations< |
| This course gives a complete understanding of the PMI approach to project management for those people who will apply it to their projects. It takes participants through the phases of a project, using the PMI®'s process groups and integration framework, and is suitable for anyone who requires a working knowledge of the PMI®'s approach to project management and is considering professional project management certification. |
Pre-Requisites - At least 3-5 years project experience, and a degree,or equivalent academic qualification Suitable For - Experienced project managers looking for an internally-recognised qualification |
| 4 - ISEB - Qualifications for IT Project Managers |
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| ISEB Foundation Certificate in IS Project Management (3 days) | >View ISEB Foundation Certificate Training Dates & Locations< |
| The ISEB Foundation Certificate provides visible evidence that the individual concerned understands the basics of IT project management. This introductory course will provide a firm foundation for higher level project management training be it from the ISEB, PRINCE2 or APM ranges of qualifications. |
Pre-Requisites - A basic level of knowledge of IT. Suitable For - Anyone involved in an IT project and individuals who are new to the project management discipline |
| ISEB Certificate in IS Project Management (5 days) | <View ISEB Certificate Training Course Dates & Locations< |
| This specialist ISEB project management qualification from the ISEB takes the standard PRINCE2 methodology then applies it in a practical way to IS projects. The course centres on practical, case study based learning. There is a 5 day version of this course available for those who already hold the PRINCE2 Practitioner qualification. |
Pre-Requisites - At least 3 years experience of working within an IS/IT project environment Suitable For - Project Managers, project leaders, team managers and other staff with responsibilities for information system projects. |
| 5 - MSP - OGC Best Practice Programme Management Methodology |
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| MSP Foundation Certificate (3 days) | >View MSP Foundation Training Course Dates & Locations< |
| This MSP training course will give you a sound understanding of the principles and practice of successful Programme Management and the OGC (Office of Government Commerce) approach to Managing Programmes (in the book, Managing Successful Programmes, MSP) and prepare you for the MSP Foundation exam |
Pre-Requisites - A good appreciation of the principles and sound practical experience of Project Management, ideally utilising a recognised structured methodology. Suitable For - Programme Managers, Senior Responsible Owners, those managers involved in Business Change, Programme Support staff, Project Managers who will undertake roles in Programmes and all staff seeking a professional qualification in Programme Management. |
| MSP Practitioner Certificate (5 days) | >View MSP Practitioner Training Course Dates & Locations< |
| To provide delegates with a complete and practical understanding of the OGC (Office of Government Commerce) approach to Managing Programmes (as documented in the book, Managing Successful Programmes) and the opportunity to practise essential aspects. This MSP training course will give delegates a sound understanding of the principles and practice of effective and successful Programme Management and will prepare you for the APM Group administered examinations in Programme Management. |
Pre-Requisites - A good appreciation of the principles and sound practical experience of Project Management, ideally utilising a recognised structured methodology. Suitable For - Programme Managers, Programme Directors, those managers involved in Business Change, Programme/Project Support staff and Project Managers who will undertake roles in Programmes. Also as an advanced Project Management course for senior and very experienced Project Managers and those seeking a professional qualification. |
| 6 - ITIL Service Management Qualifications (Version 2 & Version 3) | |
| ITIL Foundation Certificate (Versions 2 & 3) | |
| The Foundation qualification demonstrates broad awareness of the ITIL approach to Service Management Best Practice. It’s the entry point for all those interested in obtaining higher level professional recognition. |
Prerequisites - A basic level of IT literacy. Suitable For - New Service Support and Delivery staff and those looking for a recognised qualification |
| ITIL Practitioner (ITIL Version 2) | View ITIL Practitioner Training Course Dates & Locations |
| This course is for IT practitioners who want develop their skills in the specific areas of Change Management, Configuration Management, Problem Management, Release Management, Service Continuity, Service Desk & Incident Management and Service Level Management |
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