How to become a Project Manager
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A project manager employs a variety of skills and methods to effectively deliver all types of business projects.
The project manager’s main role is planning the optimum use of people and resources to ensure projects are completed effectively and timely avoiding budget derailment. Therefore, it is a crucial role that demands high performance, from the initial project planning stage to the successful delivery.
A career in project management may be particularly profitable, because a great project manager is always in demand by organisations, companies and firms across any industry worldwide.
What is a project?
It is a strategic plan with a specified start and a defined end developed to achieve great results.
Managing projects can be a daunting task because it requires cooperation and coordination among team members.
If you decide to follow this career path, then you will be accountable for:
- setting timescale, assessing costs and determining resources
- scheduling project steps
- assigning tasks and responsibilities to the project team
- evaluating risks
- managing delays and cost derailment
- monitoring and reporting progress
- delivering the expected project outcomes.
RECOMMENDED COURSES
APM Project Management Qualification
The APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) (SCQF Level 7), is a knowledge-based qualification developed by APM, the chartered body for the project profession.
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Are you a highly organised and result-driven individual? Do you shine under pressure?
Learn what it takes to follow a career in project management.
As a project manager, you are expected to:
- be an inspiring leader and a great team player
- possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- be versatile and resourceful.
However, the most sought-after trait is the ability to understand the importance of using widely recognised project management methodologies, such as APM (Association for Project Management).
RECOMMENDED COURSES
APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ)
The APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) (SCQF Level 7), is a knowledge-based qualification developed by APM, the chartered body for the project profession.
Find more infoNEED HELP CHOOSING THE RIGHT COURSE?
Give us a call and have a friendly chat with one of our course advisors today on
0808 175 1269
Step into a project management career now through the right qualifications.
The vast majority of businesses adopt standard processes to plan and execute projects that meet their corporate objectives.
The APM certification is in high demand because this is the method used by most companies globally to run seamless projects.
Ideal for project managers and project team members within any industry.
The aim of the APM PMQ syllabus is to educate and assess the candidate’s breadth of knowledge in all areas of project management covered within the APM Body of Knowledge including budgeting and cost management, conflict management, communication, earned value management, leadership, negotiation, procurement, sponsorship and teamwork.
RECOMMENDED COURSES
APM Project Management Qualification
The APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) (SCQF Level 7), is a knowledge-based qualification developed by APM, the chartered body for the project profession.
Find more infoNEED HELP CHOOSING THE RIGHT COURSE?
Give us a call and have a friendly chat with one of our course advisors today on
0808 175 1269
RECOMMENDED COURSES
APM Project Management Qualification
The APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) (SCQF Level 7), is a knowledge-based qualification developed by APM, the chartered body for the project profession.
Find more info
