APMG International Project Planning and Control™ (PPC) training

Our APMG International Project Planning and Control (PPC) courses are designed to help you master the skills to plan and manage projects effectively.

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Master project planning with our PPC courses

Centred around four key areas: definition, planning, scheduling, and monitoring and control, our PPC courses teach you the tools and techniques needed to manage the work of a project delivery team. The certifications provide a structured approach to project planning, monitoring and control, ensuring you deliver projects within budget, on time, and which meet stakeholder requirements.

Why APMG International Project Planning & Control?

A PPC certification will empower you to deliver projects successfully by setting clear objectives, monitoring progress, and maintaining control over every stage of a project lifecycle. By integrating PPC guidance, project managers will be able to define project scope, schedule effectively, and manage resources efficiently. This comprehensive approach ensures that projects not only stay on track but also meet quality standards and budget requirements.

What you gain

Achieve a globally recognised certification
Enhance project control
Increase efficiency through better resource allocation and streamlined processes
Improve decision-making
Enhance your career prospects
Improve project success rates

APMG International Project Planning and Control certifications explained

APMG International Project Planning and Control Foundation

APMG International Project Planning and Control Practitioner

APMG International Project Planning and Control Foundation & Practitioner

APMG International Project Planning and Control Foundation

The Foundation certification introduces the fundamentals of project planning, risk management, and performance tracking, which will enable you to approach all projects with a structured, strategic mindset. You will learn how to create and implement detailed project plans, manage resources, monitor project progress, and control budgets, all critical skills for achieving project objectives. The course will build confidence in your ability to plan and manage projects from start to finish.

APMG International Project Planning and Control Practitioner

The Practitioner qualification aims to deepen your expertise in managing complex projects. You will be well-prepared to use your project planning and control skills in real-world scenarios. Throughout the course, you’ll gain knowledge of advanced planning techniques, performance optimisation, and adaptive risk management strategies, ensuring you can manage every aspect of a project to meet time, budget and quality standards effectively. Learn how to deliver impactful results that reinforce your value as a project professional.

APMG International Project Planning and Control Foundation & Practitioner

With this dual Foundation & Practitioner training course you’ll gain a practical set of skills, that will leave you empowered to lead projects of any scale with precision and control. Starting with the Foundation course, you will develop an understanding of how to plan, monitor and control projects, covering core areas like resource management, risk assessment, and cost control. Then progress to the Practitioner level, which teaches you how to apply these techniques in real-world scenarios, giving you the knowledge to handle complex projects with confidence.

APMG International Project Planning and Control courses

APMG International Project Planning and Control™

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APMG International Project Planning and Control™ Foundation

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FAQs

Bring clarity and structure to complex projects with a certification in APMG International Project Planning and Control. Learn how to control project scope, manage risks, and drive project success.

What is project planning?

Project planning is the process of defining a project’s goals, scope, timeline and resources to ensure its successful completion. This involves breaking down the project into specific tasks, setting milestones, estimating costs, allocating resources, and creating a timeline outlining each phase of the project.

How are the PPC courses delivered?

Our PPC courses are available as eLearning, live virtual classroom, and classroom training, giving you the option to learn in the way that best suits your needs. Learn more about our study options.

Is the PPC certification hard?

How difficult you will find the PPC certification depends on your current skill and experience level in project management. For those new to the industry, the course introduces foreign concepts which may prove confusing at first. However, the Foundation course is designed to be accessible for entry-level professionals, making certification achievable for even those with a minimal knowledge going into the training.

Career development & support

Continuing your learning journey

Once certified, you’ll be equipped to take on more complex projects, improve outcomes, and increase stakeholder confidence. To continue your professional development, we offer a variety of other project and programme management courses, including PRINCE2®, AgilePM® and Change Management™. Each additional certification will help broaden your expertise, enhance your skills, and expand your career opportunities.

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Your study options

eLearning

Do you prefer to learn at your own pace? Our interactive and engaging eLearning is the perfect self-study option, allowing you to move through resources and activities at a time that suits you.

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Classroom

Our in-person classroom courses provide an interactive and collaborative learning environment, where you will benefit from the knowledge and passion our trainers bring to the subject.

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Live virtual classroom

Our virtual courses provide the personal teaching experience of a classroom with the ease and flexibility of a virtual environment. All the benefits, without the travel!

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Blended

Our blended courses combine eLearning with face-to-face training. Study the Foundation certification at your own pace and then use the Practitioner workshop to put the theory into practice.

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