APM Level 2 Certificate in Risk Management

2 day course: non-residential

Suitable for
Project and programme managers who are involved in project risk management at any level, hold the Association for Project Management APMP qualification, or have a good understanding of project management and a basic understanding of the fundamental concepts of project risk management.

Summary
Risk management is a distinct and specific area within the APM Body of Knowledge (BoK) and a key control function within any project or programme. The exam syllabus is primarily based on the APM BoK, the APM PRAM Guide, and BS6079 Parts 1 & 3. This course covers the benefits of managing project risks, the principles including the process and its application, organizational and control aspects.

Content
Topics covered include:

• Roles and responsibilities
• Ownership
• Human and cultural dimensions in risk management
• Risk prioritization
• Risk planning, assessment and reporting
• Stakeholder management
• Qualitative and quantitative risk analysis.

Objectives
At the end of this course delegates will be able to:

• Understand project risk management and its application throughout the project life cycle
• Substantially contribute to project risk management processes and, with experience, implement formal project risk management.