APMP Bid & Proposal Management

Course Overview

This course prepares candidates for the Foundation Level examination of the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP(R)) 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

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.

Skills Gained

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

Course Outline

This course is accredited by the APMP

APMP 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.

APMP 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.