Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP®) Foundation Course
Course Description
This course prepares candidates for the Foundation Level examination of the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP®) Accreditation Programme. The event covers the principles, procedures and terminology of bid and proposal management in accordance with APMP® recognised best practice. The exam, which is included in the course, tests basic knowledge of best practice through a multiple-choice examination. The Foundation Level qualification is the first step in the APMP® professional accreditation programme, the only internationally recognised qualification of its type. Its possession is a mark of the holder’s professional knowledge, experience and ability to operate as an effective bid team member. The course lasts for 2 days and includes the following:
- Instructor Led Tuition
- Individual and Group exercises
- Case Study
- Delegate Pack
Course Objectives
On completion of the course the delegates will:
- Understand the APMP® syllabus subjects
- Understand the principles of recommended best practice for each syllabus topic
- Have confidence in their knowledge to sit the Foundation exam
Intended Audience
The event is aimed at those who have worked in a bids or proposals environment for at least a year (this is an entry requirement for the APMP® Foundation exam) as well as experienced Bid Managers who wish to progress to the Practitioner and Professional levels.
Course Outline
This course is accredited by the UKAPMP.
UKAPMP Foundation Event Content
The course covers the 5 Key Competency Areas of:
- Information Research and Management
- Planning
- Development
- Management
- Sales Orientation
The structured timetable allows plenty of time for discussion, revision and completion of practice exam questions.
UKAPMP Foundation Examination and Certification
The event includes the APMP® Foundation examination which is a one-hour multiple choice paper. All successful delegates receive the APMP® Foundation Certificate.
What's Included
- Examination Fee
- The Proposal Guide
- Pre-course instructions and essential reading
- Conference facilities (Public event only)
Your Instructor
All WPM's instructors are practising Bid Managers with many years experience in managing bids of all sizes. The principal instructors are themselves APMP® Professionals.
Benefits
- Proves ability as a Proposal Manager
- Proves impact as a Proposal Manager
- Identifies Proposal Managers for recruitment, promotion and succession planning
