Project Management
Training That Delivers

Parallel deliver world-class project management training to both individuals and groups.

We pride ourselves on our interactive and engaging courses with high pass rates.

We specialise in APM qualifications, but also have extensive experience of delivering bespoke project management courses for clients in many industries.


Step

APM Project

Fundamentals

Qualification (PFQ)

from 325
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Ideal for those who are new to project management and want to understand the language and principles of project management.

Multiple Choice Questions 60
Multiple Choice

Exam questions over a one hour period.

95%

believe that taking an APM qualification will add value to their career.*

Gain a broad understanding of project management.

Gain a broad understanding of the principles of the profession.

Learn the principles of project management.

Learn the fundamental principles of project management.

No prior knowledge or experience is required.

No prior knowledge or experience is required

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APM Project

Management

Qualification (PMQ)

from 850
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Ideal for those with some project management knowledge and want to further their knowledge to manage and control projects.

Knowledge Based Qualification

Knowledge based qualification

3hr Exam 3
Hour
Exam
Multiple Choice Questions 10
out of 16

Questions must be answered.

Cost Management

Gain a broad understanding of cost planning.

Leadership

Learn the fundamental principles and importance of leadership.

Negotiating

Gain knowledge and techniques behind good negotiation.

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APM Project

Professional

Qualification (PPQ)

from 950
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For existing project managers who want to progress their career and prospects.

Knowledge Based Qualification

Assesses your capability

3hr Exam 3
Hour Exam

with 4 scenario based questions

Must pass

3 core and 1 elective modular exam

Gain a broad understanding of project management.

Learn the importance of professionalism and managing others

Learn the principles of project management.

Learn the fundamentals of governance in project management

No prior knowledge or experience is required.

Gain a thorough understanding of project planning and control

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Project Management

Chartered

Standard (ChPP)

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The APM ChPP credential is the most advanced project management accreditation available.

Track Record
Track Record

of delivering projects, programmes, portfolios etc

Knowledge
Knowledge

of current project methods and practices

Actively Involved
Actively Involved

in the project management profession

Gain a broad understanding of project management.

Stand out in the job market with an enhanced CV

Learn the principles of project management.

Increased understanding to help you work more effectively

No prior knowledge or experience is required.

Assurance for clients of high standards and ethical practice

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Building Professional Project Managers

Parallel Project Training has a proven capability to make a real difference to the successful delivery of projects in organisations. You can read some of our client case studies with the National Trust, Network Rail, Arcadis, IFS and Turner and Townsend on our case studies page. We have a number of approaches that we can use help you and your organisation with project management. These range from helping you understand the competencies of your best project managers, developing a project methodology which fits with your organisational culture to delivering highly tailored or certification training courses.

Our Values

Professional Professional

We are professional with experience applying project management in many sectors.

Personal Personal

We offer our clients a personal service, with consultants who will fully understand your business needs.

Flexible Flexible

We can deliver flexible training options including virtual classroom, distance learning and virtual learning.

Interactive Interactive

We strive to deliver interactive training with breakout groups whether face-to-face or online.

Practitioners Practitioners

It’s not just the theory of project management but practical hints and tips that you can apply in practice.

Adaptable Adaptable

We can adapt our programmes to fit your culture, language organisation and approach.

Our Learning Options

Distance Learning Open training events Virtual Classroom

Our wide range of public project management training courses get fantastic feedback and excellent exam passrates.

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Distance Learning Flexible solutions Distance Learning

Study at your own pace & timescale with our APM project management distance learning packages from £300 plus VAT.

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Distance Learning We come to you Corporate Solutions

We have more than 15 years’ experience delivering off-the-shelf & bespoke training courses on client premises.

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What Our Customers Say About Us


APM PMQA well run and thought through course. The online portal, with videos and learning material was a great benefit along side the teams sessions.Our trainer, Carmen, was very knowledgeable and helpful. She put time aside to help answer questions, review work of our allotted sessions which was really appreciated.A slight frustration for me was that the paper work didn’t always match the slides we were looking at, and the study guide arrived after our first days learning. But overall a very well run course.Many thanks,Richard
Richard Nurse
Richard Nurse
09:48 07 Mar 23
Amazing course and highly recommended. Carmen was very knowledgeable and easy to understand in order to pass the APM PMQ exam.
Rico Craigie
Rico Craigie
12:25 06 Mar 23
Excellent training delivered by Paul Naybour; would recommend to anyone pursuing APM qualifications
Tom Murphy
Tom Murphy
10:03 27 Feb 23
Colin Duffy
Colin Duffy
09:07 24 Feb 23
I can highly recommend Parallel Project training for the preparation of the APM certification. The trainer are highly skilled and take huge effort in working with each individual to prepare for the exam (Thank you Carmen for you huge support and going the extra mile!). Their online platform includes very helpful videos and their prep questions trains you well for the assessment criteria.Absolute worth it!
Nosherwan Ali
Nosherwan Ali
17:03 20 Feb 23
I complete the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification through online webinars and exam. The learning materials were high quality and delivery was very professional. The tutor was extremely well prepared and use analogies, case studies and real world examples to help make the course engaging.If you want to get an APM Fundamentals Certificate and your company uses the APM system for project management, then this course is a good introduction. However, the content is largely about the APM words for different aspects of project management and you are tested, not on your PM skill, but your ability to remember a specific set of terminology. This led to a lot of “teaching to exam” rather than developing any skills. This course lacks depth and does not develop Project Management skills.
Ben Doughty
Ben Doughty
09:20 16 Dec 22
I completed the APM qualification 5 days over 5 weeks and I found this to be better way due to work commitments etc. Our trainer Carmen was very knowledgeable and I found the first 4 days of the course very beneficial. Unfortunately the final day which was used for revision didn’t suit my learning style and I came away feeling more unprepared. Instead of going over all the content we have already learnt and answering any questions we just kept going over ‘possible’ questions and answers which really didn’t work for me. I also found the exam questions to be very different to the ones we have spent time on practicing, so again seemed like a waste.
Christopher Green
Christopher Green
11:18 02 Nov 22
Attended the APM PFQ training & certification – One of the best trainings I have been in, the instructor (Jan Underdown) was very knowledgeable on the subjects due to her immense real-life experience in project management, very articulate and took time to ensure everyone understood the concepts.
Thomas Madathiparampil
Thomas Madathiparampil
11:19 27 Oct 22
Parallel Project Training provide a well-structured course, enabling an in depth understanding of project management methodologies, structures and challenges to overcome. The tutor (Jan Underdown) balanced the course well and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The online service is exceptional!
Nicola Evans
Nicola Evans
09:30 27 Oct 22
Wael EL Shennawy
Wael EL Shennawy
08:55 18 Oct 22
Would highly recommend this course. Very well led, Jan skill fully balanced the breadth of syllabus in a pace that was manageable for the 5 week course.
Leigh Haywood
Leigh Haywood
07:19 13 Sep 22
Brilliant. Great support and presented very well
Amanda L
Amanda L
21:34 18 Aug 22
Rachael Parry
Rachael Parry
10:06 09 Aug 22
The APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) course was very chaotic to say the least. The training provider spent way too much time making kitchen analogy to illustrate structural breakdown and then ended up rushing through the rest of the course and I feel like she missed important bits that we were asked about in the exam.
Martyna Masiewicz
Martyna Masiewicz
08:17 03 May 22
Marcus Parker
Marcus Parker
08:07 03 May 22
Ramya Ganesh
Ramya Ganesh
09:09 21 Mar 22
Took the virtual APM PMQ 6-week course with Paul Naybour. The course was conveniently timed to fit around the day job. Paul is hugely knowledgeable and supportive, teaching both PM principles and exam technique. Highly recommend to others with or without previous project management experience.
Rebecca Unwin
Rebecca Unwin
10:34 28 Feb 22
Fantastic quality training by excellent tutors. Highly recommended.
Jon Cummins
Jon Cummins
10:15 28 Feb 22
Monalisa Biswal
Monalisa Biswal
09:05 02 Dec 21
Robert Marriott
Robert Marriott
11:32 15 Oct 21
Parallel training is an exemplary company, from the customer service, to the study material, and the course itself.Fully recommend, thank you Michelle and Paul.
Mr Jones
Mr Jones
16:08 01 Oct 21
Alvin Muchai
Alvin Muchai
10:11 16 Sep 21
I heartily recommend Parallel’s APM PMQ 8 week virtual course. Its not an easy exam, however the tutors at Parallel ensure you have the knowledge and tips to pass. The tips and advice on how to pass the exam were invaluable and compliment the online lessons, text books, podcasts and homework.
Cam Woodhouse
Cam Woodhouse
19:30 01 Aug 21
I’ve done the self study course for the APM PMQ certification. The study guide from parallel was pretty comprehensive and sample exam questions and answers really help in rounding out the full understanding of the exam. They also provide podcasts and video lessons.And they mark your sample answers on their online platform.I’ve had 2 webinars with Paul and he was really helpful at explaining how to answer the exam questions and great at running the webinars (quite funny too). In the end I passed my PMQ and would recommend this provider. But to anyone doing the course it is quite difficult if you do it as self study. I would definitely advise to go for a tutor led course if possible.
Karolis Serenas
Karolis Serenas
11:10 30 Jul 21
Excellent service provided. The trainers are qualified and well informed. I would recommend.
Saad Janjua
Saad Janjua
14:12 27 Jul 21
Very Professional and supportive organisation – coached me through my ChPP and I passed!
Victoria Oddie
Victoria Oddie
11:36 27 Jul 21
Very professional and thorough preparation given to me as part of a successful ChPP application process to the APM. Thank you for the support and guidance in the overall process.
Richard Sayell
Richard Sayell
08:49 27 Jul 21
I took an APM PMQ course through Parallel in the past few weeks and I was very happy about the quality of the training material (varied and suitable for all kinds of learning. There were videos, podcasts, printed material). I was especially impressed by the ability of the instructor, she was engaging, organized and super efficient, which helped me as well with my mental organization for the exam.Highly recommended!
Costanza Bellingeri
Costanza Bellingeri
09:00 15 Jul 21
Avu Maake
Avu Maake
09:30 28 Jun 21
Paul Naybour is an amazing tutor and explained the concepts very well and given continued support through out the course duration. The 6 week course of APM PMQ helped quite alot to manage office work, personal life balance and course study. The weekly assignments through out the course study helped to understand the contents much better. Thank you so much for all your help.
siris siris
siris siris
20:49 27 Jun 21
I have just completed the PMQ qualification over 10 weeks. I found studying using this format really beneficial as it gave more time to really understand the content and prepare for the exam. I would recommend Parallel Training to anyone who is looking for a training provider to study the APM qualifications with.
Ben Heath
Ben Heath
09:59 25 Jun 21
The training was fantastic but the mock up didn’t help at all.The exam questions are way more difficult.I completely disagree with the statement on the APM page: “No prior knowledge or experience is required for this qualification”.
Deborah Motta
Deborah Motta
12:47 24 Jun 21
Good training service offered for professionals. Would 100% recommend.
Irine Cheptoo
Irine Cheptoo
08:05 24 Jun 21
Niall C
Niall C
10:39 14 May 21
Steven Van Jaarsveldt
Steven Van Jaarsveldt
10:44 07 May 21
Great packages available and very well ran with lots of useful feedback throughout. Highly recommended and yes I’ll be back for more 🙂
Shane Mussell
Shane Mussell
16:31 05 May 21
Jennifer Wood
Jennifer Wood
08:03 09 Apr 21
I’m always sceptical about online reviews of companies but the reviews for Parallel Project Training convinced me to opt for them and I’m very glad I did. The course trainer, Michelle Greaves, was excellent and delivered the online course extremely well. I did the PMQ spread over three weeks to give myself more time to absorb the information. It was well paced, clearly communicated and she used real world examples to help you understand the concepts you were learning. She made the sessions very inclusive in a way that enabled her to check our understanding and to pick up any areas we needed to focus on. From the beginning of the course she guided us in terms of exam technique and how we needed to answer questions which was very helpful for someone who’s not taken an exam in over 20 years! The speed with which she turned around our practice assignments was impressive and her feedback really helped with understanding what needed improvement. I’d definitely recommend the company and, in particular, choosing a course delivered by Michelle!
Sharon Herkes
Sharon Herkes
08:07 01 Apr 21
Thanks John for all the support and training provided, I am pleased to comment the delivery method was excellent and all via on-line. I appreciated the fast turnaround of feedback, coaching and support provided throughout the process. I would strongly recommend this to others.
Heather Mccrae
Heather Mccrae
12:10 17 Mar 21
Diego Alejandro Moreno
Diego Alejandro Moreno
11:15 12 Mar 21
Great course, provided in a professional and easy to navigate platform with forums to ask questions and feedback.
T Tila
T Tila
11:14 12 Mar 21
Parallel Project training were employed by my employer to support me through the ChPP application. Great support through what could have been a challenging and complex process. All carried out virtually which saved a lot of travel time.
Rob Mashford
Rob Mashford
11:08 04 Mar 21
Achieved by ChPP accrediation first time…with excellent support from PPT. Thanks
M Foss
M Foss
15:20 03 Mar 21
The instructor is very methodical, the delivery method was online and it worked very well (fist time online for me). The instructors are very accessible too. overall experience was very pleasant.
Okunrin Meta
Okunrin Meta
13:10 03 Mar 21
The support provided by John at Parallel Project Training was excellent, exceeding my initial expectations. They adopt a very personalised approach that really focused on my development.
Daniel Pollitt
Daniel Pollitt
12:22 03 Mar 21
Personal support and guidance, catered to your needs.
Charlene Barnes
Charlene Barnes
11:13 26 Feb 21
A very professional company who go above and beyond to help everyone to pass the exams. Highly recommended.
Mike Eastwood
Mike Eastwood
14:46 25 Feb 21
I recently passed my APM PFQ with Parallel Project Training with Paul Naybour. The course was well laid out, the use of a virtual class in the comfort of your home was brilliant, along with different methods of teaching by Paul. Paul is definitely an expert with fountains of knowledge and experience and breaks everything down brilliantly. I will definitely be using this company again for my APM PMQ when I get to that stage.
Michael Dhanda
Michael Dhanda
12:07 22 Feb 21
I found the format and delivery of the training really excellent. Lots of resources and good mix of the live webinar with homework and other resources to go into depth. Small group in the webinar which made the learning quite personal and Paul was both knowledgeable and approachable.
Sue Schirmer
Sue Schirmer
15:46 19 Feb 21
Used Parallel to guide through the ChPP application – and found the service informed and professional – and dealt with individual needs well
Stuart White
Stuart White
08:17 18 Feb 21
Parallel Project Training were instrumental in preparing me for a successful ChPP application with the APM. I missed three training sessions organised through my conmpany due to foreign travel but kept up to date online. John Bolton and his entire team were extremely professional and very responsive to my requirements. The approach of the training team was very thorough and I particularly appreciated the tough practice interview which was basically a SWOT session that identified areas to work on prior to the interview itself. I was not entirely surprised to attain chartership on my first try, thanks to Parallel Training. I highly recommend Parallel Training for project management professionals
George Onaya
George Onaya
14:32 17 Feb 21
Knowlegeable, experienced and fearless professionals who provide invaluable training, coaching and mentorship in an accessible (and enjoyable!) way.
Russell Shanley
Russell Shanley
12:28 17 Feb 21
Really enjoyed the APM-Project Fundamentals online course taken over the last week. Michelle is a brilliant teacher who was able to link the content to real life examples, with a friendly but highly informative style. The course content is very practical and easily adapted to different organisations, sectors and working styles. Not only did we learn as a team over a very interactive couple of webinar sessions, we were provided with a Moodle page (with podcasts and quizzes) and a fantastic textbook, which I am sure I will refer to again and again. The course packs in a lot of content but was delivered perfectly, with plenty of breaks and time to mull over, question and put ideas in to practice.
Eleanor Cope
Eleanor Cope
14:50 10 Feb 21
Justine Taylor
Justine Taylor
12:49 10 Feb 21
Very rarely do I leave reviews. It’s lazy I suppose, but by the same token service that goes above and beyond is rare. In this case a review is fully justified. I joined having struggled to self study for a PMQ exam and Paul and the team were incredibly helpful. I owe them a huge part of managing to pass and would recommend their courses to anyone.
Costa Kakouratos
Costa Kakouratos
14:38 15 Jan 21
Had an excellent week intensive PMQ course with Parallel. We had Michelle as our lecturer who was very knowledgeable, patient and helpful. She delivered our course in an easy to understand way and did a great job of preparing us all for the exam. Course material was accessible and varied, certainly no death from PowerPoint.I’d definitely recommend and use again myself.
Charlotte Parker
Charlotte Parker
09:10 28 Dec 20
Completed PMQ training through my company. Jan was an excellent trainer throughout and the course was really good. The way she delivered the training meant I felt as prepared as possible for the final exam and was so helpful throughout the week.
Louise Flatman
Louise Flatman
11:17 06 Nov 20
Very professional and informative course with a very knowledgeable trainer. Worked very well online with the right balance between seminars and personal learning. Would highly recommend both the course and Michelle
Laura Trevarthen
Laura Trevarthen
09:57 13 Oct 20
I recently completed the two day APM PFQ training course. The trainer, Adrian, made the session very engaging giving the difficult circumstances of doing the whole course virtually. I particularly enjoyed the varied examples and applications he gave which were relevant and relatable to the group.
Helena Webb
Helena Webb
08:39 16 Sep 20
I was very impressed with the APM PMQ Training Course I took with Parallel Project. The remote webinar course was very professional and the tutor was great! I highly recommend Parallel to anyone thinking of doing such a course remotely.
Tom McAteer
Tom McAteer
09:28 05 Sep 20
I attended a virtual 2 day APM Project Fundamentals Qualification course with Michelle. Having signed up last minute, I was posted a comprehensive study guide arriving within 24hours, I also had access to an online portal with videos and podcasts reinforcing the material from the study guide. The course itself was engaging and interactive, with study breaks for completing tasks and self-learning. There was plenty of time to ask questions. Michelle broke down what seemed like an awful lot of information into digestable chunks and really highlighted differences between pieces. I passed with a high percentage. I would highly recommend Parallel for anyone looking to gain an understanding in project management.
Emma Brown
Emma Brown
18:24 14 Aug 20
WCPT 1951
WCPT 1951
09:09 13 Aug 20
Really helped me through my ChPP application – I doubt I would have felt as comfortable with the submission or as prepared for the interview without John’s help and guidance
Michael Collins
Michael Collins
09:40 10 Aug 20
The ChPP course really helped make sense of the whole process and was instrumental to my successful Chartership application. Great instructors with a wealth of Project Management experience.
Rob Grey
Rob Grey
13:32 07 Aug 20
I would like to thank the Parallel, in particular John Bolton (I’m sorry I can’t remember the name of your sidekick) for helping me through the whole process. Very professional, explained everything clearly and provided excellent support and a good sounding board.
John Edge
John Edge
10:54 06 Aug 20
Excellent training by Paul for APM PMQ – concise, informative and well delivered. I did the course from home via Adobe Classrooms and it felt very interactive. I felt well prepared for the exam and now hold the APM PMQ qualification. Thank you Parallel Project Training!
Emily Richards
Emily Richards
10:54 06 Aug 20
I would strongly recommend Parallel Project Training to anyone looking for training for the APM Project Management Qualification. I enrolled on their online PMQ training event in June 2020, and consider it a very worthwhile investment of my time and money
Anthony McCabe
Anthony McCabe
14:09 09 Jul 20
Very helpful. Gave me some very useful tips when no one else did which allowed me to pass my exam. Thank you
A Google User
A Google User
12:56 29 Jun 20
I have recently completed the APM PMQ using the online self-study option and the exam prep-morning with Paul.The learning materials (online, podcasts and the study guide) were well written and contained all the information that I needed to pass the exam with a good mark.The exam preparation morning was particularly useful for consolidating my learning and getting my exam answer technique dialled before sitting the exam in the afternoon.Parallel were also fast to respond to any questions that I had throughout my learning. The change from BoK6 to BoK7 occurred during my studies and my options were clearly explained to allow me to decide which exam to sit.I would highly recommend Parallel to anyone looking to obtain an APM qualification, whether you chose to attend a taught course or self-study like myself.
Matt Brett
Matt Brett
21:19 11 Jun 20
Amelia Kirkham
Amelia Kirkham
14:51 10 Jun 20
Adam Staines
Adam Staines
07:40 26 May 20
I like Parallel, I’ve used online training for PFQ and PMQ exams. They are supportive. The training is actually happening online or classroom. I enjoy the fact that they respond to emails and work with their students.Overall, I felt in good hands
Anna
Anna
08:48 20 May 20
I completed the APM PFQ course and exam by distance learning at the end of February. The study materials are easy to follow and understand. I used the booked and all the online content. Passing the exam has secured me a position as a project engineer. I recommend Parallel Project training.
Angela Rogers
Angela Rogers
13:30 15 May 20
I recently passed the APM PMQ after attending a week long training course provided by Parallel Project Training. The course context and delivery were excellent under the tutelage of Jan Underdown. The podcasts and videos that were available from Parallel prior to the course were the perfect preparation to complement the coursework. I would have no hesitation in highly recommending Parallel Project Training to any interested party.
JOHN LALLY
JOHN LALLY
08:56 13 May 20
Informative, learning was well designed and managed, and delivered at a good pace. The instructor was personable and engaging and helped explain concepts very well. Online learning was very engaging, use of quizzes and interaction very good, plus extra resources like moodle videos also really beneficial.
Mandy Jandrell
Mandy Jandrell
13:54 12 May 20
Babis AFlou
Babis AFlou
22:35 29 Apr 20
I’ve only recently started the distance learning course. I’m enjoying listening to the podcasts and tuition. Thank you all.
Helen May
Helen May
13:43 29 Apr 20
Adrian did an excellent job explaining the concepts of project management and preparing everyone for the exam.
W Idowu
W Idowu
15:37 19 Feb 20
The study guide and podcasts were excellent. Paul Naybour’s words of wisdom, giving helpful feedback throughout the distance learning and at the final exam preparation session, proved invaluable. In particular, providing feedback on the level of relevant detail required in exam answers was extremely useful. It is definitely worth going through the typical exam questions, which are found throughout the study guide, a number of times. Thank you Paul and team!
Aiden B
Aiden B
15:41 11 Feb 20
Parallel held a great training session for my 1 day APM PMQ retake exam. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with this service provider.Would recommend them to any professional within the profession!
A Google User
A Google User
14:05 03 Feb 20
Would definitely recommend Parallel Project Training for project management courses. I recently completed the APM PFQ course that was expertly taught by Adrian Wilson. He was an engaging and knowledgeable trainer who made the 2 days a thoroughly enjoyable learning experience. The course content (both in class and via online podcasts and resources) was very comprehensive and as a result I felt very confident with my new knowledge when it came to taking the exam. I came away with enthusiasm to put new skills into practice as I pursue a career in project management and look forward to taking further courses with Parallel in the future.
Anna Thompson
Anna Thompson
08:58 18 Jan 20
Parallel provided the training and theory based knowledge for my APM PMQ exam which I studied for as part of my apprenticeship. The training they provided helped make sure I was more than ready for my exam, giving me the knowledge that I can take forward in my career. I would highly recommend their training programmes!
James Stanley
James Stanley
12:57 02 Dec 19
Excellent Training with a Trainer who was a subject Matter Expert and definitely delivered the PMQ course to an excellent standard
Deborah Marsh
Deborah Marsh
13:44 28 Nov 19
Excellent course with great delivery. Very supportive with varied delivery that ensures steady pace in progress.
David Raymond
David Raymond
11:42 28 Nov 19
It has been a unique experience being part of this training course.Highly recommended!
Tamara Guerra
Tamara Guerra
09:33 04 Nov 19
Smijoe Joy
Smijoe Joy
20:48 03 Nov 19
The training provider was excellent and is highly recommended for the APM PMQ exam.
Jeremy
Jeremy
19:35 28 Oct 19
Almudena Arjona Pérez
Almudena Arjona Pérez
15:55 28 Oct 19
Very professional from booking through to the course. I received my text book promptly and the online videos and podcasts provided a fantastic base to start training from. Our trainer, Adrian Wilson was brilliant and checked our understanding throughout! I will definitely be using Parallel again.
Emma Fuller
Emma Fuller
08:27 23 Oct 19
Vijay
Vijay
07:43 23 Oct 19
Romeo Dundee
Romeo Dundee
16:04 04 Oct 19
Giles Themans
Giles Themans
06:21 04 Oct 19
APM Project Management course, was a fantastic introduction to project management, perfect for people who may do a little project management or none at all and would like to learn more. The course was very well ran and engaging with excellent interactive sessions and group work to help the learning process.Paul is an excellent trainer, drawing on his own experiences to explain how project management and the process work in an easy and informative way. 5 Star!!
Alfie 0509
Alfie 0509
15:53 03 Oct 19
Parallel Projects came to our organisation and carried out a 5 day training course for the APM PMQ.It was a really enjoyable interactive course, not just the usual dry powerpoint presentations. The course material, books/example papers, were really helpful to help understand the exam technique required to pass the the exam!
Sam Howard
Sam Howard
11:41 03 Oct 19
Pleasing doing business with a parallel and Michelle. A great course, well delivered and a great experience!
James Ryder
James Ryder
07:59 02 Oct 19
I would recommend Parallel Project Training for corporate training.The trainers are knowledgeable and supportive and the materials were clear and digestible and got us through a difficult course with confidence and ease. They were flexible to suit our company’s needs on dates and location and were on ready to answer any questions we had. Well worth the money and will be using again!Course: APM PMQ
Deanna Noble
Deanna Noble
10:40 01 Oct 19
The Parallel Project Training course for APM PFQ was great. Our trainers were very knowledgeable and had plenty of diverse experiance to draw upon for examples.
George Hazelden
George Hazelden
13:34 30 Sep 19
Such a great course. Well organised and managed. Thoroughly enjoyed it!!!
Mohamed Elmaghrbi
Mohamed Elmaghrbi
18:32 27 Sep 19
Booking this training was a pleasure & Matt was very helpful in explaining the course.
Peter Prevett
Peter Prevett
13:00 27 Sep 19
I learnt a lot on my 5 day APM PMQ course in Reading and thoroughly enjoyed it. I would highly recommend using Parallel
Verity Michie
Verity Michie
10:15 26 Sep 19
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Training for Existing Project Managers:
Improve Your Skills

APM project management training - class activity

Training and professional development will improve existing project management skills and capabilities for all delegates. Our APM courses will help delegates gain a better understanding of PM terminology and improve their ability to use a common language when discussing projects. This contributes to better project outcomes because project requirements become clearer and success criteria are better defined and understood. Stakeholder and customer expectations are aligned with the project manger’s understanding of what is required.

Our PM training helps to develop and improve:

  • Communication with Stakeholders, Customers and Team Members
  • Project Planning
  • Leadership Skills
  • Dealing with Complex Change
  • Conflict Resolution

Our training will help formalise topics, processes and procedures that may already be in use in an organisation. But they put them into a real-world context through the use of meaningful case studies. A project professional will learn new theory or learn to put theory they already know into effective practice. They learn how to capitalise on the project team members available in order to deliver projects more successfully. By implementing PM theory constructively an organisation is better able to more reliably and consistently deliver successful outcomes.

Training for New Project Managers:
Learn New Skills

APM project management training teaches soft and hard skills

Whilst our APM project management courses will improve the existing skills of those attending, the main aim is to ensure all delegates learn new skills to help them better perform their role. Feedback from all of our Association for Project Management courses shows that the vast majority of delegates do, indeed, learn new skills. Parallel Project Management Training uses active learning techniques to develop the necessary skills and knowledge, but also to develop the behaviours and attitudes that underpin these essential capabilities.

Typical new skills learnt included:

  • Proactive management of risks
  • Pert charts
  • Budgeting techniques for projects
  • Understanding the procurement process
  • Earned Value Management

Traditionally project managers would have gained experience on-the-job which often meant by trial and error. However, this approach leads to wasted time, effort and money. There is also a hidden cost to learning through trial and error because when things go wrong it can adversely affect customer satisfaction and the professional reputation of an organisation. PM accreditation avoids all of these risks and will fast track team members at every level to be able to deliver successful projects without wasting resources and without risking reputational damage.

Impact of Training

Professionals across the globe have discovered that APM project management training can increase their success as professional project managers (PM). All project phases are vital to a successful project completion, requiring PMs to be effective planners, executers, and monitors. In order to decrease the risk of deadline failures and to make managing projects easier, individuals should contemplate undertaking professional training from the Association for Project Management, allowing them to polish their management skills and enhance overall business productivity.

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Benefits of Parallel Project Management Training

Professional Increased Efficiency

A project management professional can better determine the requirements of a project and hence make best use of the available resources. Scope, schedule and budget are then correctly understood from the beginning.

Adaptable Effective Risk Management

The ability to identify potential risks and manage those risks in the most efficient way improves a project manager’s ability to manage projects to a successful outcome.

Practitioners Consistent Project Delivery

When project managers understand risk and how to manage projects effectively organisations can avoid wasting time, effort and money.

Personal Higher Levels of Customer Satisfaction

When projects are delivered consistently and reliably then customers receive what they expected at the time they expected and within budget; resulting in satisfied customers.

Read Our Expert Tips for Project Managers:

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