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Parallel Training Project Management Blog
From beginner’s guides to breakdowns of advanced topics, our blog covers key project management topics. These can supplement your learning on one of our project management training courses, or provide a starting point for your own project management learning.
APM PMQ Exam Questions & Tips
Here are some example answers and feedback to consider when studying for the APM PMQ Exam. These answers were provided […]
Quality management tips and tricks you need to know
When it comes to creating your quality management plan, one of the most important things that you need to think […]
Risk management tips when planning and executing your project
Risk management in project management is the concept of identifying, evaluating and mitigating the project risks that could possibly have […]
Scheduling a project – what elements should you include?
The project plan is an essential first step that any project manager needs to take. They do so in order […]
Project management software to consider
What is project management? Simply put, project management is being able to stay on top of your deadlines, keep track […]
Soft Skills and Wellness for the Project Manager – The Ultimate Guide
A project manager is the lifeblood of any organisation, and the soft skills that they have, in addition to their […]
Self Study APM PMQ Tips
If you are self studying for the APM PMQ exam here are some questions and topics to consider: Updated 17th […]
5 Reasons Your Business Needs Better Leaders
Discover the benefits of having better leaders than your competitors so your business stands out from the crowd. The […]
A support programme for March 2023 APM Chartership (ChPP) applicants
The APM have announced an update to their ChPP standard, which will be rolled out in 2023. You can find […]
The importance of identifying internal and external stakeholders before a project starts
A project is a process that requires a range of different levels of participation from a number of teams or […]
The Ultimate Guide to Change Management
Following the events of the last couple of years, the working world has changed for many people beyond what they […]
A Guide to Soft Skills for Project Managers
Soft skills are vital for project managers. Our brief guide takes a look at exactly how you should be using […]