Executive Summaries Micro-Certification
The APMP Executive Summaries Micro-Certification provides recognition for APMP best practices and the essential skills required to create compelling executive summaries.
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The APMP Bid & Proposal Writing Micro-Certification provides recognition for APMP best practices and the essential skills required to write compelling bids and proposals.
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Executive Summaries Micro-Certification
Demonstrates mastery of how to create compelling executive summaries.
APMP Executive Summaries Micro-Certification (ES-M APMP)
The purpose of this APMP Micro-Certification is to measure whether a candidate has sufficient knowledge and understanding of the APMP Body of Knowledge (BOK) to act as an informed member of a bid and proposal team with regards to writing effective executive summaries.
This Micro-Certification provides recognition for APMP best practice and the essential skills required to create compelling executive summaries. The candidate should, at a minimum, be able to recall, recognize, and demonstrate understanding of the APMP best practices outlined in the executive summaries section of the APMP BOK.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate understanding by being able to:
- Identify best practices in creating executive summaries.
- Explain ways to apply best practices in diverse environments.
- Identify ways to apply recent trends.
- Explain the typical mistakes made while creating an executive summary.
- Explain common terms used.
What Kind of Exam Is It?
- 25 questions
- Multiple choice
- Online exam
- Open-book
The exam is timed, and the candidate has up to 30 minutes if English is their primary language. Candidates with English as a second (or third, etc.) language receive an additional eight minutes, for a total of 38 minutes.
If you fail the exam, there is no waiting period to retake it (exam fee is due again).
Who Should Pursue This?
This qualification is aimed at:
- Proposal writers
- Proposal managers
- Others who write in their roles, such as sales, business development, and subject matter experts who provide content for executive summaries as part of bid and proposal documents.
Eligibility
- There are no prerequisites needed to take the exam.
- APMP membership is not required, but the exam fee for non-members is significantly higher. Additionally, without membership, you do not have free access to the online APMP BOK.
- There is no minimum industry experience required.
How Much Does the Exam Cost?
- APMP members: $165
- Non-members: $300
APMP pricing is in USD. To discover alternative currencies in which certification fees may be paid, please visit the website of our independent examining body.
Prepare for the Exam
- The basis for all questions is the APMP BOK. An executive summaries section is published in the BOK and is available as a PDF at no cost to the exam candidate.
- Other materials are beneficial but not mandatory. However, please remember that all questions were written using the executive summaries section (and the referenced terms) of the APMP BOK.
- A complete set of sample questions is available on @pmg-international.com.
Are CEU/CPDs Required to Maintain This Certification?
- There are no CEU/CPD requirements to register for the exam.
- There are no CEU/CPD requirements for keeping your certification valid.
- However, sitting the exam (and preparing for it) is valid for 2 CEUs toward your other certification requirements.
Book Your Exam
After reading the guide and taking the practice exam, you will need to schedule a time to sit for the exam.
You may take the exam by choosing one of these options:
- Online – Study on your own and then take the exam online by clicking on the button below. The APM Group administers the certification exam and assessment processes for APMP.
- In-person – APMP’s Accredited Training Organizations (ATOs) offer face-to-face Micro-Certification training and exam sessions periodically worldwide. Visit the APMP Training Calendar for a list of upcoming public sessions.
book a time
Questions?
If you have additional questions about the APMP Executive Summaries Micro-Certification exam that are not answered above, please contact [Insert Contact Information].
Bid & Proposal Writing Micro-Certification
Demonstrates mastery of how to write compelling bids and proposals.
APMP Bid & Proposal Writing Micro-Certification (BW-M APMP)
The objective of the examination is to enable you to demonstrate an understanding of the APMP Micro-Certification – Bid & Proposal Writing principles, processes, themes, techniques, and roles.
The exam uses objective test questions, requiring you to choose a response from a set of choices, with the correct answer pre-determined. The candidate should, at a minimum, be able to demonstrate understanding and apply knowledge of the APMP best practices outlined throughout the APMP BOK.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate understanding by being able to:
- Identify best practices in writing winning proposals.
- Explain ways to apply best practices in diverse environments.
- Identify ways to apply recent trends.
- Explain the common pitfalls and misconceptions made while developing a proposal.
- Explain common terms, tools, and strategies used.
What Kind of Exam Is It?
- 50 questions
- Multiple choice
- Online exam
- Open-book
The exam is timed, and the candidate has up to 50 minutes if English is their primary language. Candidates with English as a second (or third, etc.) language receive an additional 15 minutes, for a total of 65 minutes.
If you fail the exam, there is no waiting period to retake it (exam fee is due again).
Who Should Pursue This?
This qualification is aimed at:
- Proposal writers
- Proposal managers
- Others who write in their roles, such as sales, business development, and subject matter experts who provide content for bids and proposals.
Eligibility
- There are no prerequisites needed to take the exam.
- APMP membership is not required, but the exam fee for non-members is significantly higher. Additionally, without membership, you do not have free access to the online APMP BOK.
- There is no minimum industry experience required.
How Much Does the Exam Cost?
- APMP members: $165
- Non-members: $300
APMP pricing is in USD. To discover alternative currencies in which certification fees may be paid, please visit the website of our independent examining body.
Prepare for the Exam
- The basis for all questions is the APMP BOK. A bid and proposal writing section is published in the BOK and is available as a PDF at no cost to the exam candidate.
- Other materials are beneficial but not mandatory.
- A complete set of sample questions is available on apmg-international.com.
Are CEU/CPDs Required to Maintain This Certification?
- There are no CEU/CPD requirements to register for the exam.
- There are no CEU/CPD requirements for keeping your certification valid.
- However, sitting the exam (and preparing for it) is valid for 2 CEUs toward your other certification requirements.
Book Your Exam
After reading the guide and taking the practice exam, you will need to schedule a time to sit for the exam.
How to Book Your Exam
- Online – You may study on your own and then take the exam online by clicking on the button below. The APM Group administers the certification exam and assessment processes for APMP.
- In-person – APMP’s Accredited Training Organizations (ATOs) offer face-to-face Micro-Certification training and exam sessions periodically worldwide. Visit the APMP Training Calendar for a list of upcoming public sessions.
book a time
Questions?
If you have additional questions about the APMP Executive Summaries Micro-Certification exam that are not answered above, please contact [Insert Contact Information].
Graphics Micro-Certification
Demonstrates mastery of how to create impactful and effective graphics for bids and proposals.
APMP Executive Summaries Micro-Certification (ES-M APMP)
The purpose of this APMP Micro-Certification is to measure whether a candidate has sufficient knowledge and understanding of the APMP Body of Knowledge (BOK) to act as an informed member of a bid and proposal team with regards to writing effective executive summaries.
This Micro-Certification provides recognition for APMP best practice and the essential skills required to create compelling executive summaries. The candidate should, at a minimum, be able to recall, recognize, and demonstrate understanding of the APMP best practices outlined in the executive summaries section of the APMP BOK.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate understanding by being able to:
- Identify best practices in creating executive summaries.
- Explain ways to apply best practices in diverse environments.
- Identify ways to apply recent trends.
- Explain the typical mistakes made while creating an executive summary.
- Explain common terms used.
What Kind of Exam Is It?
- 25 questions
- Multiple choice
- Online exam
- Open-book
The exam is timed, and the candidate has up to 30 minutes if English is their primary language. Candidates with English as a second (or third, etc.) language receive an additional eight minutes, for a total of 38 minutes.
If you fail the exam, there is no waiting period to retake it (exam fee is due again).
Who Should Pursue This?
This qualification is aimed at:
- Proposal writers
- Proposal managers
- Others who write in their roles, such as sales, business development, and subject matter experts who provide content for executive summaries as part of bid and proposal documents.
Eligibility
- There are no prerequisites needed to take the exam.
- APMP membership is not required, but the exam fee for non-members is significantly higher. Additionally, without membership, you do not have free access to the online APMP BOK.
- There is no minimum industry experience required.
How Much Does the Exam Cost?
- APMP members: $165
- Non-members: $300
APMP pricing is in USD. To discover alternative currencies in which certification fees may be paid, please visit the website of our independent examining body.
Prepare for the Exam
- The basis for all questions is the APMP BOK. An executive summaries section is published in the BOK and is available as a PDF at no cost to the exam candidate.
- Other materials are beneficial but not mandatory. However, please remember that all questions were written using the executive summaries section (and the referenced terms) of the APMP BOK.
- A complete set of sample questions is available on @pmg-international.com.
Are CEU/CPDs Required to Maintain This Certification?
- There are no CEU/CPD requirements to register for the exam.
- There are no CEU/CPD requirements for keeping your certification valid.
- However, sitting the exam (and preparing for it) is valid for 2 CEUs toward your other certification requirements.
Book Your Exam
After reading the guide and taking the practice exam, you will need to schedule a time to sit for the exam.
You may take the exam by choosing one of these options:
- Online – Study on your own and then take the exam online by clicking on the button below. The APM Group administers the certification exam and assessment processes for APMP.
- In-person – APMP’s Accredited Training Organizations (ATOs) offer face-to-face Micro-Certification training and exam sessions periodically worldwide. Visit the APMP Training Calendar for a list of upcoming public sessions.
book a time
Questions?
If you have additional questions about the APMP Executive Summaries Micro-Certification exam that are not answered above, please contact [Insert Contact Information].
Bid & Proposal Writing Micro-Certification
Demonstrates mastery of how to write compelling bids and proposals.
APMP Competitive Price To Win Micro-Certification (PW-M APMP)
The purpose of this Micro-Certification is to measure whether a candidate has sufficient knowledge and understanding of the APMP Body of Knowledge to support a bid and proposal team in developing a Competitive Price To Win assessment. This Micro-Certification provides recognition for the essential skills required to develop a Competitive Price To Win.
Candidates should, at a minimum, be able to recall, recognize, and demonstrate an understanding of the best practices outlined in the Competitive Price To Win section of the APMP Body of Knowledge.
Specifically, they should be able to demonstrate this understanding by being able to:
- Recall terms and key facts related to developing a Competitive Price To Win assessment.
- Comprehend the Competitive Price To Win (cPTW) process.
- Recognize the characteristics of a successful Competitive Price To Win capability.
- Understand the application of Competitive Price To Win in diverse environments.
What Kind of Exam Is It?
- 25 questions
- Multiple choice
- Online exam
- Open-book
The exam is timed, and the candidate has up to 30 minutes if English is their primary language. Candidates with English as a second (or third, etc.) language receive an additional eight minutes, for a total of 38 minutes.
If you do not pass the exam, there is no waiting period to retake it (exam fee is due again).
Who Should Pursue This?
This qualification is aimed at:
- Competitive analysts
- Price To Win analysts
- Proposal writers
- Proposal managers
- Others who write in their roles, such as sales, business development, capture leads, solution architects, and subject matter experts who provide content for competitive pricing as part of the proposal document.
Eligibility
- There are no prerequisites needed to take the exam.
- APMP membership is not required, but the exam fee for non-members is significantly higher.
- There is no minimum industry experience required.
How Much Does the Exam Cost?
- APMP members: USD 165
- Non-members: USD 300
Prepare for the Exam
- The basis for all questions is the APMP BOK.
- Other materials are beneficial but not mandatory.
- A complete set of sample questions is available on apmg-international.com.
Are CEU/CPDs Required to Maintain This Certification?
- There are no CEU/CPD requirements to register for the exam.
- There are no CEU/CPD requirements for keeping your certification valid.
- However, sitting the exam (and preparing for it) is valid for 2 CEUs/CPDs toward your other certification requirements.
Book Your Exam
After reading the guide and taking the practice exam, you will need to schedule a time to sit for the exam.
You may take the exam by choosing one of these options:
- Online – You may study on your own and then take the exam online by clicking on the button below. The APM Group administers the certification exam and assessment processes for APMP.
- In-person – APMP’s Accredited Training Organizations (ATOs) offer face-to-face Micro-Certification training and exam sessions periodically worldwide. Visit the APMP Training Calendar for a list of upcoming public sessions.
book a time
Questions?
If you have additional questions about the APMP Executive Summaries Micro-Certification exam that are not answered above, please contact [Insert Contact Information].