Project Management Training Podcasts

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Michelle and John discuss information management. This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; Explain an information management process (including collection, storage, curation, dissemination, archiving, and the destruction of information) This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Jan and John discuss business case and investment appraisal. This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; Explain the importance of a business case throughout the project life cycle Explain what is meant by benefits management (including identification, definition, planning, tracking and realisation) Explain investment appraisal techniques used by a project manager (including Internal Rate of Return (IRR) and Net Present Value (NPV)) This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Paul and Jan discuss change control. This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; Explain different stages of a typical change control process (such as request, initial evaluation detailed evaluation, recommendation, update plans, and implement) This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, John and Jan discuss requirements and configuration management. This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; Explain how to establish scope through requirements management processes (such as gather, analysis, justifying requirements, ad baseline needs) Explain how to manage scope through configuration management processes (such as planning, identification, control, status accounting, and verification audit) This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Paul and John discuss scope management. This podcast aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; Explain how to define scope in terms of outputs, outcomes and benefits (including use of product, cost and work breakdown structures) This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Paul and Jan discuss the conflict and negotiation. This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; Describe the characteristics and benefits of effective teams and teamwork Explain factors which impact on the leadership of virtual teams Explain factors which influence the creation, development and leadership of teams (using models such as Belbin, Margerison-McCann, Mysers-Briggs, Hackman, Tuckman, Katzenbach and Smith) This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Jan and Paul discuss leadership. This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; Explain how leadership impacts on team performance and motivation (using models such as Maslow, Herzberg and McGregor) Explain why it may be necessary to change leadership styles to effectively support the management of a project This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, John and Paul discuss the conflict and negotiation. This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ exam assessment criteria; State sources of conflict within a project Explain ways in which conflict can be addressed (such as the  Thomas Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument) Explain how to plan and conduct negotiations (including ZOPA, BATNA, and 'Win Win') This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Paul and Jan discuss the communication. This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; Explain the benefits, to a project, of a communication plan Explain the relationship between stakeholder analysis and an effective communication management plan State factors which can positively or negatively affect communication This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Paul and John discuss project life cycles. This includes look at the differences, phases and reviews in linear, iterative and hybrid life cycles. This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; Differentiate between linear, iterative and hybrid life cycles Explain why projects are structured as phases in a linear life cycle Explain the differences between a project life cycle and an extended life cycle This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Jan and Michelle discuss the project environment. This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ exam assessment criteria; Describe the functions and benefits of different types of project office (including project / programme / portfolio management office (PMO), embedded PMO, central PMO and hub and spoke PMO). Explain why aspects of project management governance are required (such as the use of: policies, regulations, functions, processes, procedures and delegated responsibilities. This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Paul and Jan discuss project roles. This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; Explain the role and key responsibilities of the project manager Differentiate between the responsibilities of the project manager and the project sponsor throughout the project. Describe other roles within project management (including users, project team members, the project steering group / board and the product owner) This podcast is just part of the Parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, online e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Jan and John discuss organisational roles within projects. This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; The difference between types of permanent and temporary organisation structures (including functional, matrix and project) Explain the way in which an organisational breakdown structure is used to create a responsibility assignment matrix   This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, John and Paul discuss regulation in projects. They talk about the impact of regulation on projects, including working conditions, risk management and governance. This podcasts aims to address the following

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Jan and Michelle discuss the project environment. This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; Explain tools and techniques used to determine factors which influence and impact projects (including PESTLE, SWOT, and VUCA) Explain the impact of legal and regulatory environment on projects (such as the impact on working conditions, risk management, governance and sustainability) This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Michelle and Jan discuss projects, programmes and portfolios. They discuss the difference between project management, programme management and portfolio management, and the way they fit in an organisations strategic goals.  This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; Differentiate between project management, portfolio management and programme management Outline the relationship between programmes, projects and strategic change Describe situations where the use of programme management may be appropriate This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM PMQ Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this APM Project Management Qualification (BoK7) podcast, Paul and John discuss projects and business as usual. They look at the characteristics of a project, and explain how projects differ from the business as usual activities in an organisation.  This podcasts aims to address the following APM PMQ assessment criteria; Differentiate between projects and business as usual (BAU) This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM PMQ Project Management Qualification. This approach includes a wide range of learning resources including a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this podcast the Parallel team discuss the following assessment criteria: Outline the purpose and benefits of project progress reporting   The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ), formerly known as the APM Introductory Certificate, is a qualification developed by the Association for Project Management, the chartered body for the project profession. It is a practical course for new project managers or members of project teams who want a better understanding of the processes, tools and language of project management. Studying for the APM PFQ will enable you to: apply the fundamental principles of project management including monitoring and tracking project progress successfully deliver benefits to your organisation through well-managed projects gain a recognised qualification to enhance your career prospects as a project professional develop the behaviours and leadership skills needed to become a successful project manager   Find out more about the wide range of professional Project Ma

In this podcast the Parallel Team discuss the following assessment criteria: state the purpose of: decision gates, post project reviews, benefit reviews and project audits   The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ), formerly known as the APM Introductory Certificate, is a qualification developed by the Association for Project Management, the chartered body for the project profession. It is a practical course for novice project managers or people working in project orineted sectors who want a better understanding of the processes, tools and language of project management. At the end of the APM PFQ course, you will be able to apply the fundamental principles of project management in your everyday project environment. You will also be equipped with the practical skills and knowledge to successfully deliver benefits to your organisation through well-managed projects This internationally recognised qualification will also enhance your career prospects as a project professional. If you are seeking a Pro

In this APM PFQ podcast the Parallel team discuss the following assessment criteria: define the term ‘leadership’ explain how a project team leader can influence team performance outline the challenges to a project manager when developing and leading a project team outline how a project manager can use models to assist team development (including Belbin and Tuckman)   The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ), formerly known as the APM Introductory Certificate, is a qualification developed by the Association for Project Management, the chartered body for the project profession. It is a practical course for new project managers leading to an internationally recognised qualification that will enhance your career prospects as a project professional. If you are seeking a Project Management Qualification find out more at www.parallelprojecttraining.com