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The APM Project Management Qualifications are designed for professionals who want to develop a deep, transferable understanding of project management, grounded in recognised best practice and professional standards.
Developed by the Association for Project Management (APM), the chartered professional body for project management in the UK, these qualifications focus on what good project management looks like, rather than prescribing a single method or framework.
Each course stands independently, allowing learners to choose the qualification that best matches their experience, role, and career aspirations.
Projects today are rarely simple or linear. They cut across departments, involve multiple stakeholders, and operate in environments shaped by uncertainty, risk, and change.
While frameworks and methods are useful, effective project management requires judgement, understanding, and professional thinking.
APM qualifications address this need by:
They are particularly valued in environments where no single framework dominates, and where project professionals are expected to adapt, integrate, and think critically.
Unlike framework-based certifications, APM qualifications are built around the APM Body of Knowledge, which brings together decades of research, practice, and professional insight.
They help learners to:
This makes APM qualifications especially well suited to professionals who want depth, credibility, and flexibility in how they manage projects.
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PFQ is an excellent starting point for those who are new to project management or who work on projects but do not formally manage them.
It introduces the core concepts, terminology, and structure of project management, helping learners understand how projects are initiated, planned, governed, and delivered.
Best suited for:
Duration: 2 days
Level: Introductory
Focus: Awareness, confidence, shared understanding
PMQ is a comprehensive professional qualification designed for those who are actively managing projects or preparing to move into more senior delivery roles.
It develops a deep understanding of the APM Body of Knowledge, covering governance, planning, risk, leadership, commercial considerations, and integration across the project lifecycle.
Best suited for:
Duration: 5 days
Level: Professional
Focus: Depth, integration, professional judgement
| Choose PFQ if you want to… | Choose PMQ if you want to… |
|---|---|
| Understand how projects work | Deepen your professional capability |
| Build confidence and common language | Strengthen decision-making and judgement |
| Gain an entry-level, recognised qualification | Demonstrate comprehensive project management knowledge |
If you are unsure, our team is happy to help you choose the most appropriate route based on your experience and goals.
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APM qualifications are knowledge-rich. Our role is to bring that knowledge to life.
At Thought Agile, we focus on understanding, application, and insight, not rote memorisation.
Our approach includes:
This ensures learners leave with confidence and clarity, not just a certificate.
All APM courses delivered by Thought Agile are:
Our training meets the high standards expected of a professional body-led qualification.
Whether you are starting your project management journey or strengthening your professional foundation, APM qualifications offer a credible, flexible, and respected route.
