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THE BENEFITS OF AN APM REGISTERED
PROJECT PROFESSIONAL (RPP)
SUPPORT PACKAGE
PETER WALTERS
20|20 BUSINESS INSIGHT LTD
AGENDA
• Introduction to 20|20.
• The RPP in context
• APM becoming a Chartered body.
• RPP Refresh.
• A canter through the APM Qualifications.
• Pre-requisites for RPP application.
• Why a structured approach?
• What do we do in the Support Package?
• The real benefits
• Conclusion.
INTRODUCTION – WHO ARE 20|20?
A diverse client base:
20|20 is a Project Management Training and
Consultancy business. Established in 2003, we work
internationally for a wide range of Clients in a variety
of industry sectors.
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Engineering & Construction (ECITB-approved)
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Nuclear (Nuclear Skills Academy-approved)
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Oil and Gas(OPITO-approved)
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Food and Drink
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Public Sector
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Renewables
We offer training for all the major Project
Qualifications including PMI (Global REP) Prince2 and
APM (IPMA).
Aberdeen University
AMEC Foster Wheeler
Asda
Babcock Nuclear
Balfour Beatty
BAE Systems
Bechtel
BG Group
Bibby Offshore
Carillion
Carbon Clear
Capita
Cavendish Nuclear
Centrica
Costain
Diageo
Expro Group
Ferrovial Agroman
Fugro
Horizon Nuclear
Inst of Civil Engineers
Lloyds Bank
London City Airport
Magnox
Mott MacDonald
Merlin Entertainments
NHS
Nuvia
Petrofac Group
RES
Rolls Royce
Royal Haskoning
Schlumberger
Sellafield
SG Council
Sterling Council
Subsea 7
Talisman
Thurrock Council
TSB
Weatherford
William Grant
Wood Group
THE RPP IN CONTEXT
APM – ROYAL CHARTER
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Notice of Royal Charter Granted in October 2016 and APM becomes the Chartered body for
Project Management in the UK on 1st April 2017.
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What does this mean?
“The Royal Charter provides the profession with a platform to raise awareness of our skills, improve
standards and develop our practice for the benefit of all.
• The Chartered standard is an internationally recognised mark of quality.
• It enhances the status and recognition of project management as a means of delivering effective change
that improves our economy and society.
• It offers assurance to users of project management services through the association’s regulating authority.
• It provides a framework for improving project performance.
• It will raise the profile and value of project management as a profession. ” – The APM
ROUTE TO CHARTERED
PROJECT PROFESSIONAL
WHAT’S BEHIND THE RPP
REFRESH – FACT AND OPINION
• Relating the designation to the APM Competence Framework 2nd Edition.
• Expand to recognise Programme and Portfolio Management.
• Allowing different paths to RPP – Developmental Path as well as Experiential Path.
• Setting the designation to become the basis for Chartered Project Professional???
A CANTER THROUGH THE
APM QUALIFICATIONS
OR DESIGNATIONS
Registered Project
Professional (RPP)
Practitioner Qualification (PQ)
or Project Professional
Qualification (PPQ)
APM Project Manager Qualification (PMQ) –
Formally APMP
APM Project Fundamentals (PFQ)
WHO CAN APPLY FOR THE
RPP DESIGNATION?
RPP IS FOR ANYONE WHO HAS EITHER:
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a minimum of 7 years’ experience of working in project, programme or portfolio management or in a key control function
or;
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achieved the APM Project Professional Qualification (PPQ) or APM Practitioner Qualification (PQ). Holders of these
qualifications will undertake a reduced written submission.
This offers applicants the opportunity to achieve RPP based on prior experience or via a structured training and development
route recognised through APM’s professional qualifications. RPP is available to anyone, from any professional background or
industry sector, with experience of managing others in a project environment.
THE RPP STANDARD –
APPLICATION PROCESS
WHY TAKE A SUPPORTED ROUTE
VIA A TRAINING ORGANISATION?
HOW IS APM REGISTERED PROJECT PROFESSIONAL ASSESSED?
The assessment process by peer assessors comprises two stages:
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Written submission – applicants are required to provide a written submission including:
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a record of employment history
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an overview of at least two projects, programmes or portfolios to be used as evidence, likely to have been within the last seven years
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answers to five sets of questions relating to the projects, programmes or portfolios. These will cover both practical competence and
breadth of knowledge. Holders of PPQ or PQ will answer the practical competence questions only
2.
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a record of 35 hours continuing professional development (CPD) from the previous 12 months
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details of two referees.
Interview – an interview lasting up to one hour focusing on validating and exploring the evidence submitted in the written submission.
DIY
• Perfectly possible and acceptable.
• Designed to be done this way.
• APM RPP Champions.
• Support Guidance notes.
• Typically six months duration.
THE SUPPORT PACKAGE ROUTE
• Grew out of continual requests for help – Often as part of APM Accreditation and requirement to
improve the adherence to the APM 5 Dimensions of Professionalism.
• Initially only offered as an “In house” option to large Corporates.
• Now offered in London, Glasgow and Aberdeen as an Open option.
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
THE APM RPP SUPPORT PACKAGE IS STRUCTURED AS FOLLOWS:
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Kick off meeting
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RPP application process, preparation / practice.
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Selecting projects and sample competence writing.
1st stage RPP application – 9 weeks
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Completing eight competences (Or three question sets) (8 x 2 submissions).
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Confirming and completing project descriptions.
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Contact and agree referees.
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20|20 Support.
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
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2nd stage RPP portfolio of evidence – 8 weeks
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Completing the other seven competences (remaining two question sets) (7x2 submissions).
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Prepare and complete CPD.
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Finalise RPP application write ups.
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20|20 support.
2nd stage complete – RPP application preparation complete
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Completed all 15 competences (practical and knowledge), project descriptions, and CPD.
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20|20 support if required.
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
5.
Populate RPP application and send to 20|20
6.
Final application package check by 20|20 – 1 week
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20|20 support if required.
7.
Submit RPP application to APM
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Professional interview preparation
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In person / remotely attend interview preparation workshop at agreed time slot
10.
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Practice and prepare what to say.
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20|20 support.
APM professional interview
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Agreed date and location between candidate and APM.
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In person / remotely attend APM RPP professional interview.
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2-4 weeks for APM decision on awarding RPP standard.
SO WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
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A very structured approach – with specific milestones.
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Groups of up to 16 sharing the experience.
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Ability to discuss experiences and appropriate submissions with peers.
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Regular contact with 20|20 motivates applicants to “carry on”.
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Fully supported by 20|20 – it is our Gold Standard product.
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Very high success rate – in the last 12 months = 93%.
CONCLUSION
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RPP represents the pinnacle for the APM, recognising the highest standard of Project
Management.
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You can do this yourself successfully … but...
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Significant benefits in following it through with a structured support package.
ANY QUESTIONS?