In this podcast discuss the differences between project, programmes and portfolios. In particular how these three are related to each other and examples of each. The APMP (now known as the APM PMQ) assessment criteria covered in this podcast include

• 3.2 differentiate between project management and portfolio and programme management,
• 3.3 outline the characteristics of programme management and its relationship with strategic change,
• 3.4 explain the challenges a project manager may face working within a project, programme or portfolio.

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In this podcast we introduce the APM project management qualification (APM PMQ) which was formerly known as the APMP. The podcasts includes

• Discussion on the changes in the course syllabus from the 5th edition to the 6th edition.
• A discussion of the assessment criteria for the qualification
• Exam hints and tips based on the course guidance notes
• An introduction to the parallel project learning system.

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In this podcast discuss the different types of legislation that are relevant to project management. This includes legislation on Health and Safety, Employment regulations, Contract law and regulations and environmental legislation. This is a new part of the APMP syllabus (now known as the APM PMQ) but is highly significant for many project managers. The APMP assessment criteria covered in this podcast include

• 3.8 explain the importance of relevant legislation applicable to projects (such as health and safety , environmental, employment, contract, data protection, freedom of information)

This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management qualification (APMP). This approach includes a wide range of learning resources included a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this podcast discuss the different types project organisation that can be adopted to deliver project and the advantages and disadvantages of each. We also discuss the working practices of each type of organisation and which would be appropriate in different circumstances. The APMP assessment (now known as the APM PMQ) criteria covered in this podcast include

• 1.1 differentiate between types of organisation structures highlighting advantages and disadvantages of each (including functional, matrix, project)

This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management qualification (APMP). This approach includes a wide range of learning resources included a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this podcast discuss the differences between projects such as building a new shopping centre and business as usual operating a shopping centre. The podcasts includes

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In this podcast discuss the importance of a project context (or environment) to the success of a project. It explains why project managers need to understand the contest within which the project is delivered and how a different context can affect the way in which the project is delivered and success evaluated. The APMP assessment criteria (now known as APM PMQ) covered in this podcast include

• 3.6 describe how environmental factors affect projects(including the sector, geography and regulation),
• 3.7 explain tools and techniques used to assess a project's context (including PESTLE, SWOT)

This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management qualification (APMP). This approach includes a wide range of learning resources included a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this podcast is about scope management and requirements. Scope is defined in terms of products a project produces and the work required to produce it. However, the products and their complexity are often defined by the requirements. If the requirements change then the products change too. In this podcast we discuss the linkages between requirements definition and scope management. It is important to recognise that the two are closely inter-related and understand the linkages between the two. The APMP assessment criteria (now known as APM PMQ) covered in this podcast include

• 9.2 explain how to manage scope through, requirements management processes (such as capture, analysis, justifying requirements, baseline needs), configuration management processes (such as planning, identification, control, status accounting, audit and verification)

This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management qualification (APMP). This approach includes a wide range of learning resources included a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

In this podcast is about the role of the business case in the project lifecycle. Why we have a business case, who owns it and what does it contain? The APMP (now known as APM PMQ) assessment criteria covered in this podcast include

• 10.1 explain the purpose of a business case and its importance during the project life cycle,
• 10.2 describe who has authorship and approval of the business case

This podcast is just part of the parallel learning system for the APM Project Management qualification (APMP). This approach includes a wide range of learning resources included a printed study guide, on-line e-learning, a tutor lead study group and a wide range of project management courses

10.10 explain estimating techniques (including analytical, comparative, parametric, three-point, PERT formulae), 10.11 explain the reasons for and benefits of re-estimating through the project life cycle and the concept of the estimating funnel

This podcast is just part of the Parallel learning system for the APM Qualifications in project management, including APM PFQ and APM PMQ (previously known as APMP). 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

10.12 describe stakeholder management processes,

10.13 explain the importance of managing stakeholders expectations

This podcast is just part of the Parallel learning system for the APM Qualifications in project management, such as APM PFQ and APM PMQ (previously known as APMP). 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