Chartered Project Professional a game changer for you

Chartered Project Professional a game changer for you and the profession

What is the Chartered Project Professional (Ch. PP) standard?

What is the chartered standard? § A professional benchmark that demonstrates attainment of a defined level of technical knowledge, professional practice and ethical behaviour § Basis of assessment for applicants to obtain Ch. PP status and join Register of Ch. PPs § Designed to be rigorous & accessible to individuals with qualifications or significant relevant experience of projects, programmes and portfolios § Requires: Technical knowledge, application of that knowledge through professional practise, commitment to professional ethics, CPD and currency of practice. § Drawn from APM’s Competence Framework & consultation responses

Developed with consultation § Feedback from more than 120 organisations and individuals, used to inform the Chartered Standard, more than 70% of respondents indicated their support and recognition for the standard.

Chartered timeframes APM strategic objective: successfully position, develop and launch the chartered standard (Ch. PP) to become the accepted benchmark standard for project professionals

Where chartered fits in the APM picture Typical years of experience 7+ years APM Qualifications/Standards APM Membership Grades IPMA Level Fellow (FAPM) A RPP|Ch. PP B Full (MAPM 5 -7 years APM PPQ C 2 -4 years APM PMQ D 0 -2 years APM PFQ Associate|Student

Why become chartered?

Benefits: for the profession and the public § § § Enhanced status of project management Raised standards of practice Improved project outcomes Better public understanding and confidence in project management Assurance and confidence for customers of project management services Opening the door to collaboration with other professions

Benefits: individuals § § § § Personal recognition from peers in project management and other professions Enhanced CV to stand out in the job market A framework for career development International recognition Assures clients of a high standards and ethical practice Use of the post nominal Ch. PP Increased understanding, helping project managers to work more effectively

Benefits: employers § § § Proof of a high standard of practice and ethical standards Attracting the best talent through the active support of chartered A competitive edge A ready-made framework for developing people Motivated teams, committed to continued professional development and ethics Increased status of project management in organisations/clients and the public.

Raising the reputation of the profession Most important impacts of the introduction of chartered standard for individuals of the profession In 2018 APM will introduce a chartered standard for individuals of the project profession. Which four of the following would be the most important potential impacts of its introduction? Base: Workers surveyed whose role involves project management

How to become chartered

Who is Ch. PP for? Ch. PP is for anyone that is meets the following criteria: § § § A proven track record delivering projects, programmes, portfolios or a key control or enabling function and; Has up-to-date knowledge of current practices and methods Is actively involved in the project management profession. Note: applicants can be members or non-members of APM.

How to check if you are ready for chartered ü You are professionally active with a proven track record of delivering projects, programmes, portfolios or a key control or enabling function. ü These projects, programmes or portfolios exhibit characteristics of complexity. ü You have the required breadth of project experience to meet the requirements of ten mandatory and two elective competences. ü You have an advanced technical knowledge and are able to confidently evaluate and analyse theory of current practices and methods. ü You are committed to continuing professional development and an ethical way of working.

Ch. PP application guidance Designed to be accessible Helps applicants do three key things: 1. Understand what being chartered means for them 2. Decide if becoming chartered is right for them now or at a later date 3. Prepare their application

Ch. PP application guidance: what is in it? § § § § Benefits for individuals and employers Eligibility criteria Details of the three application routes Overview of assessment process Competences and assessment criteria Hints and tips Who to contact for help

Routes to chartered

Route 1 For those who have a recognised assessment for technical knowledge STAGE ONE – WRITTEN SUBMISSION Assessment of technical knowledge is via the recognised assessment that is held. Assessment of professional practice is via written submission and interview. Declaration of up-to-date CPD. STAGE TWO - INTERVIEW Up to one hour face-to-face interview to cover: §Professional practice: validates written submission. §Ethics.

Route 2 For those who have a recognised assessment for technical knowledge and professional practice STAGE ONE – WRITTEN SUBMISSION Assessment of technical knowledge is via the recognised assessment that is held. Assessment of professional practice is via the recognised assessment that is held. Upload of CPD log to demonstrate CPD meets the requirements of the APM CPD scheme. STAGE TWO - INTERVIEW Up to 30 minute phone interview to cover: §CPD §Currency §Ethics.

Route 3 An experiential route for those who do not have a recognised assessment but do meet the eligibility criteria STAGE ONE – WRITTEN SUBMISSION Assessment of technical knowledge is via an extended interview. Assessment of professional practice is via written submission and interview. Declaration of up-to-date CPD. STAGE TWO - INTERVIEW Up to two hour face-to-face interview to cover: §Professional practice: validates written submission. §Technical knowledge: questioning to assess breadth of knowledge. §Ethics.

What is being assessed? Technical knowledge Advanced technical knowledge and understanding of how to deliver projects, programmes or portfolios, taking into account many interacting factors and different approaches that could be taken.

What is being assessed? Professional practice Application of technical knowledge to deliver projects, programmes or portfolios that involved: § § Uncertainty or conflicting objectives High levels of unpredictability or risk Multiple work packages, projects or programmes Multiple interdependent stakeholders, possibly with competing interests.

What is being assessed? CPD and Ethics Applications must commit to professional ethics and show continued professional development (CPD).

How to become chartered: the process § Read the guidance notes carefully § Application completed online § Application assessed § Applicant progresses to the next stage – interview

Assessment cycles APM will process applications through an assessment cycle. The first four cycles are set out below: Submission deadline Results release* Friday 29 June This cycle is now closed Wednesday 31 October Friday 31 August This cycle is now closed Wednesday 19 December Friday 26 October Wednesday 27 February Friday 4 January Wednesday 3 April *Successful applicants notified via email from the chartered team and will be added to the public directory on the APM website if they have opted to do so.

Recognised assessments

Recognised assessments An awarding body or other organisation may apply to APM to have its assessment recognised as either: a) meeting the technical knowledge requirements, or b) meeting the technical knowledge and professional practice requirements.

Recognised assessments An awarding body or organisation will need to demonstrate that the assessment is: § At least at the required level for technical knowledge, or technical knowledge and professional practice. § Is externally regulated by an approved body (such as Ofqual), or aligns to the quality requirements of ISO 17024. § Covers a minimum number of mandatory and elective competences.

Recognised assessments § The list will grow as providers apply to have their courses and qualifications assessed. § APM is working actively with providers to grow this list. § For example APM Registered Project Professional (RPP) is recognised and applicants will apply through route 2.

Recognised assessment overview document § Overview of assessment process (similar to accreditation) § Assessment criteria § Details of ongoing requirements § Who to contact for further info

Three things to remember 1. Consider if becoming chartered is for you now or perhaps later when you feel it is right. 2. Encourage your team to apply. 3. If relevant get your employer to support and publicly back the initiative.

Want to know more? Visit apm. org. uk/chpp Email chartered@apm. org. uk Ready to apply? Download the guidance, talk to your employer and get ready for applications opening. Want to get your people chartered? Speak to your APM representative.

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