About PPC Certification
Overview
Project Planning and Control Training and Certification
Benefits of PPC Certification
For Individual
- Gain a step-by-step guide for successfully delivering projects and improve project outcomes.
- Understand the interdependencies between planning and controls functions to improve project lifecycles and resource allocation.
- Acquire a globally recognized certification and demonstrate an ability for successful project delivery while mitigating risks for the organization.
- Apply structured methods to define project scope, set clear objectives, and maintain control throughout the project lifecycle.
- Integrate planning and control techniques to manage schedules, resources, and budgets while meeting quality standards.
For Organizational
- Equips project teams with standardized practices that enhance consistency, efficiency, and accountability across projects.
- Strengthens organizational capability to deliver projects on time, within scope, and on budget.
- Reduces risk exposure by embedding structured planning and control techniques into project delivery.
- Supports strategic alignment by enabling better resource allocation and project prioritization.
- Demonstrates a commitment to quality and continuous improvement through globally recognized project delivery standards.
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Pass the exam & receive a certificate
When you are ready to take your exam, book an online timeslot yourself with APMG, or your training organization may organize this for you. If you pass your exam APMG will issue you with a digital badge for you to share!
PPC Certification levels
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Self-study
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Training organizations for PPC Certification
Important information about language
The training services listed on this website have undergone a quality assurance process to ensure they meet high standards. However, please note that while the quality of the training content has been assessed, the language capabilities in which these services are delivered have not been specifically evaluated. We recommend that users verify the language proficiency and suitability of the service for their needs directly with the Training Organisation prior to enrollment or participation.
Testimonials
I found it really helpful and educational. I have put it all in to practice and I have just got a promotion at work to senior planner! Would highly recommend.
Brilliant experience and knowledge gained to support existing Project Management skills. I would definitely recommend taking this course!
It gave a greater perspective into forecasting and planning projects, and highlights the importance of gathering and recording accurate data to help guide the planning of new projects.
SFIA
This APMG certification has been informally mapped against the SFIA Framework to indicate the skills that are addressed and referenced by the certification. Although it is not yet possible to claim this digital badge, the indicative skills can be used to plan your professional development through assessing the skills you have and the skills you need for the role you want.
knowledge
Project Planning and Control Foundation
Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 3, Portfolio, Programme and Project Support up to level 3
Same as above plus Portfolio, Programme and Project Support level 4, Project Management level 4
knowledge
Project Planning and Control Practitioner
Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 4, Portfolio, Programme and Project Support up to level 4
Same as above plus Project Management level 4
knowledge
Project Planning and Control Foundation
Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 3, Portfolio, Programme and Project Support up to level 3
Same as above plus Portfolio, Programme and Project Support level 4, Project Management level 4
knowledge
Project Planning and Control Practitioner
Generic attribute Knowledge up to level 4, Portfolio, Programme and Project Support up to level 4
Same as above plus Project Management level 4
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FAQs
Project Planning and Control has one main publication supporting the qualification scheme, published by the APM, called PLANNING, SCHEDULING, MONITORING AND CONTROL - The Practical Project Management of Time, Cost and Risk.
This can be purchased from APMG Business Books at: www.apmg-businessbooks.com.
Most Project Planning and Control ATOs will include the guidance as part of the course fee.
APMG International has partnered with the Association for Project Management (APM) to develop Project Planning and Control – this incorporates new guidance and a supporting training and certification scheme for business analysts. The Project Planning and Control guidance is aimed at:
Planning Managers
Planning Engineers
Project Control Managers
Project Control Engineers
It may also be useful to
Cost Engineers
Project Managers
Project Support Team Members
The certifications are not valid for a defined period of time and will not expire.
The pass mark for the Project Planning and Control examination is:
Foundation: You will need to score 25/50 (50%) to pass the foundation exam.
Practitioner: You will need to score 40/80 (50%) to pass the practitioner exam.
For individuals self-studying it is almost impossible to say. As all candidates have different experiences and amount of time available for study, it varies from person to person. We suggest you buy the guidance and have a look through for yourself before deciding how long you need to spend learning.
For those studying with an accredited training organization, foundation courses are generally delivered over 3 days. A combined foundation and practitioner course will generally be delivered over 5 days. It is well worth investigating with individual providers, as many will offer tailored and blended learning solutions.
The Project Planning and Control foundation examination consists of 50 multiple-choice questions, with 25 marks (50%) required to pass. It is a closed-book examination to be completed in 40 minutes.
The practitioner examination consists of 8 questions with 10 marks available per question, to be completed in 3 hours. A total of 80 marks are available, with 40 marks (50%) required to pass. The exam is in the complex multiple OTE format based on a scenario and additional question information. It is an open-book examination (PPC guide only) and a simple calculator may also be used.
Examinations are currently available in English only. Further translations will be considered subject to market demand.
Since 2018, we are no longer registered for AXELOS qualifications and are unable to provide the certificates.
If you received your AXELOS qualification before this time, you can contact customer service and upon providing your candidate number, ask if a copy of your certificate still exists in our system.
Alternatively, you can reach out to IT PeopleCert directly with this request quoting your candidate number.
If you do not have your candidate number, we can provide it to you. Additionally, we are happy to provide a letter of verification for any exams sat with us.
Your results will be processed 6 to 12 hours after your exam. You will receive an email confirming your achievement and inviting you to the Candidate Portal where you can see your official result. From there, you can create your account in Credly.com and access your digital badge and certificate.
Your training organization specified that they wish to view candidate results before releasing. If you would like your results sooner, you may contact your ATO directly and request your results that way. After they have released them, you will be able to create/view your Digital Badge and download your Digital Certificate in your Credly account in the Certificates section of your portal.