Project Management Apprenticeship

Associate Project Manager Level 4

As a result of greater demand, constant change and technological advancements, public and private organisations need Project Managers to implement their change and adaptation strategies, bring ideas to life, and support the realisation of business goals.

Our relaunched Associate Project Manager Level 4 apprenticeship is aimed at those involved in all levels of project management, enabling them to work effectively and efficiently to ensure their organisation operates successfully. This programme explores different organisational structures, responsibilities and stakeholders helping project managers to move from traditional leadership styles and manage projects in line with wider business changes and strategies, to ensure the most effective use of time and resource.

The relaunched programme now offers two pathways: the first allows participants to complete the apprenticeship programme without the need to complete a professional qualification. The second pathway includes an option for learners to complete either, the APM PMQ, or the PRINCE2 Foundation qualification as part of their programme. This is supported by an additional bootcamp during the End Point Assessment period.

APM Accreditation
The Association for Project Management (APM) is the chartered body for project management in the UK. It promotes the disciplines of project management and programme management, helping project professionals in becoming certified professionals, offers events & webinars, digital resources, professional recognition, and career development.

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At a glance

Relevant to

Relevant to individuals in roles such as Project Managers, Junior Project Managers, Technical Project Managers, Associate Project Managers, and Project Team Leaders

Entry requirements

GCSE maths and English grade C/4 or above (or equivalent). Learners must already be in a project management role and must have participated or contributed to the management of a project, project budgeting, and supported the application of risk management strategies within a project.

Type

Apprenticeship

Standard

Associate Project Manager (Optional APM Project Management Qualification or PRINCE2 Foundation Qualification)

Level

Level 4

Format/Modality

Blended learning delivery

Duration

14 months +5 month EPA

Geography

England

Cost

£7,000, Levy funded

Contextualisation available

Yes

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Programme outcomes

For employers

Businesses will be able to trust their project manager to effectively lead and ensure the completion of different projects as candidates are able to gain a greater understanding of how to manage projects with varying needs and within differing settings. They will also develop additional skills and a greater understanding of quality management, assurance, and resource management. These skills will empower them to become a well-rounded project manager and an asset to the company.

For learners

During this apprenticeship, project managers will be exposed to a diverse set of project needs and deliverables. You will develop an understanding of how different projects may require similar or different types of management techniques. You will gain the confidence to lead the project planning process, learn about budget management, cost control and how to consolidate plans to support overall management objectives.

Learning topics

Learning journey overview

Building on your existing skills and experience, during this apprenticeship you will:

Lifecycles and review stages
Project methodologies
Organisational structures

Procurement
Negotiating and contracting
Risks and issues

Quality management
Business cases and benefits management
Stakeholder management and effective communications

Showcase portfolio
Presentation
Professional discussion

Programme highlights:

Opportunity to network with other project managers across a variety of different industries
Option to register as a student member of the APM whilst on programme
On completion, learners will be eligible to register for Associate Membership of the Association for Project Management (APM).

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Learner testimonial

What our learners
have to say

My tutor was fantastic. I cannot praise her more highly; she was incredibly supportive and understanding. Her expertise and guidance are one of the main reasons I was able to complete and pass my course!

APM Level 4 Learner

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Delivering meaningful outcomes

Trust your professional development to the experts. We're proud to help upskill thousands of professionals every year and support businesses in building the talent pipelines of tomorrow.

100%

100% of our APM L4 apprentices passed their EPA for academic year 2020/21

90%

90% of our APM apprentices received a distinction at EPA for academic year 2020/21

83%

Babington received a Customer Satisfaction rate of 83% for academic year 2020/21

Why choose Babington?

Supercharge your career!

Benefit from 1:1 coaching and mentoring throughout
Develop professional excellence and personal confidence and capability
Opportunity to network with other project managers across a variety of different industries

Become a member of the Association for Project Management (APM) and accesss resources such as online seminar sessions and podcasts
Fully blended delivery model for learning that suits you
Become a member of the UK's largest community of apprentices

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