These podcasts are part of the parallel project learning system. As an accredited training provider they are based on the APM Body of Knowledge and can be used standalone or in conjunction with the APMP study guide, on-line e-learning and workshops.
A New Standard for Managers of Complex Projects
Posted: May 2011APM Registered Project Professional (RPP) is a pan-sector standard for those able to demonstrate the capabilities of a responsible leader, who have the ability to manage a complex project and use appropriate tools, processes and techniques. This podcast made in partnership with the APM includes those responsible for developing the new standard and those who have been through the RPP process and are now RPP assessors.
An audio podcast in MP3 format.Budgeting and cost management
Posted: February 2011This podcasts covers the management of budgets in a project including accruals, commitments and accruals, planned and variance analysis. Hints and tips for controlling actual expenditure and forecasting work and cost to come.
An audio podcast in MP3 format.Resource Management
Posted: February 2011This podcast described the different types of project resources, how they are acquired, planned and managed.
An audio podcast in MP3 format.Project Scheduling
Posted: January 2011In this podcast we examine the steps involved in developing a project schedule, the advantages and disadvantages of using software tools to develop a project schedule and the different forms of presentation that can be used to display a project schedule. T
An audio podcast in MP3 format.APMP Scope Management
Posted: December 2010This module covers scope management including the use of a work, product, cost and organisation breakdown structures.
An audio podcast in MP3 format.APM Introductory Certificate in Project Management Part 3 Planning the Strategy
Posted: December 2010This is part three of the Parallel Project Training APM Introductory Certificate in Project Management. It covers the definition of project success criteria, critical success factors, the project business case, project management plan and risk management. This is just part of the Parallel Project Management Learning System.
A video podcast in the MP4 format.Introduction to Project Management Part 2 Organisation and Governance
Posted: December 2010This module is part of out podcasts Introduction to project management it covers the project lifecycle, handover and closeout, project reviews, organisational roles and responsibilities.
A video podcast in the MP4 format.Project Communication
Posted: August 2010In this episode we discus the barriers to good communications and how they can be overcome. Based on the APM Body of Knowledge we cover the physical, emotional and geographic barriers to good communications in the project environment and the impact of these barriers on the success of the project. We also explore the use and format of a project communications plan to improve the flow of information in a project. T
An audio podcast in MP3 format.Organisational Roles
Posted: August 2010In this podcast we discuss the typical responsibilities of the project manager, sponsor users, team members and suppliers. We relate these responsubilities to the APM body of knowlege.
An audio podcast in MP3 format.Project Life-cycle
Posted: August 2010This podcast describes the APM project lifecycle and why projects are broken into phases. We also look at the difference between and project and extended lifecycle.
An audio podcast in MP3 format.Managing in a Matrix Organisation
Posted: August 2010This podcast looks at the challenges of managing in different project organisation structures including functional, project and matrix organisations. It is based on section 6.7 of the APM body of knowledge and explores the strengths and weakness of each organisation type.
An audio podcast in MP3 format.Introduction to Project Management Part 1 Project Context
Posted: July 2010This is part on one of our introduction to project management. It covers the project management and the project context. It is just one element of the Parallel Learning System which includes printed study guides, on-line e-learning, podcasts and face to face workshops.
A video podcast in the MP4 format.
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Whilst all the podcasts listed in this directory are selected in line with our criteria, we do strongly recommend educators that the contents of all podcasts, podcast feeds and channels are regularly auditioned to ensure that they are suitable and appropriate for the age range of the children and young people.
Saturday, 11th February 2012
