IPMA-C in English

With an IPMA level C certificate, you demonstrate a solid theoretical grasp of project management, as well as being able to manage projects up to average complexity or support project managers of complex projects.

Why take your IPMA C course with us?

• We guarantee our training materials are always up-to-date
• Our courses are reviewed by delegates with an average of 8.9 on booking sites
• Our trainers are A-graded and combine practical experience with excellent teaching skills
• You will get an excellent exam preparation both in the class room and with an e-learning tool

Target audience?

You have at least 3 years of experience as a project manager or as a project leader for part of a more complex project. Prerequisites apply for certification. Do you not (yet) fit this profile? Please contact us so we can advise you.

Learning objectives

This course aims to make you more effective by:

• obtaining a solid, broad theoretical basis for project management
• learning how to apply this theory practically
• exchanging insights with experienced colleagues
• preparing you thoroughly for the IPMA C theoretical exam

IPMA C Certification process

The certification process consists of:

1. Coaching step 1: intake based on your experience document*
2. Course to prepare for your theoretical exam
3. Theoretical exam at exam institute
4. Coaching step 2: guidance and support in preparing the management summary and your self-assessment*
5. Coaching step 3: preparation for the assessment*
6. Assessment at exam institute

*) steps in individual assesssment coaching

Guidance step 1: Intake

If you book the assessment coaching, the first step is an intake to determine if you meet the prerequisites, preferably prior to the course. You will meet your coach in Teams or Amersfoort. Further communication is by phone, mail or online. If the outcome of the intake is positive,you can proceed. If not, you can stop or pause here. Remember to cancel your course in time.

IPMA C course

Course duration, locations and dates

This is a 4 day course, each day scheduled 2-3 weeks apart to allow you to practice and study. You will receive courseware 2-3 weeks beforehand so you can study.

Required study hours and study method

Apart from the class hours, a total of about 64 hours of self-study using the handout and e-learning. The course is interactive, discussing blocks of theory alternated with a variety in exercises such as collaborating in subgroups, pop quizzes, sample exam questions, etc.

Courseware

This consists of a printed hand-out and an e-learning with many sample exam questions. 

IPMA C theoretical exam

After the IPMA C course and recommended self-study, you are ready for the theoretical exam. It takes 3 hours and consists of open questions only. If you pass, you will receive a partial certificate. After booking this exam, you will need to complete the certification within 18 months. It is therefore recommended that you (will soon) meet the required 3 years of relevant project management experience beforehand.

Guidance step 2 and 3: preparation for IPMA C assessment

After passing the theory exam, you your individual assessment coaching continues. Our IPMA coach:

Step 2: guides you in preparing the executive summary and self-assessment

Step 3: prepares the assessment interview well with you by means of a mock interview. You will receive valuable feedback

You will have 3 appointments with your coach in Teams or in Amersfoort, unless otherwise agreed. Further contact will be by e-mail and telephone.

It is best to schedule this arrangement before submitting your documents to the IPMA exam institute for your assessment application in order to get the most out of this guidance.

IPMA C assessment

The IPMA C assessment is conducted by IPMA Certificering. It entails a.o. being interviewed by 2 assessors about your projects. When you pass, you are added to the international IPMA register as a certified Certified Project Manager.

Investment overview

Course and coaching
€ 345      Coaching step 1: intake **
€ 1.959   4-day course *
€ 1.150   Coaching step 2: supporting you in drawing up your management summary and self-assessment **
€ 575      Coaching stap 3: preparing you for the assessment. Includes a mock assessment in Amersfoort or online**
€ 4.029   Total investment course and coaching by Forsa Advies

€ 958     theoretical exam
€ 1.648  assessment
€ 2.606 Total IPMA C certification costs

€ 6.635 Total course, coaching and certification

*) The course price includes all course materials, a venue with catering (including lunch), affordable parking and good accessibility.
**) The IPMA C assessment coaching is optional and highly recommended
**) You can book the exam and assessment at IPMA Certificering.
All prices are exclusive of VAT.

In-company and bespoke programs

You can organise this course at your office at your office too. This can be the proven program or a bespoke course with for example real live cases, adding topics and skills, etc. Contact us for a proposal.

Follow-up training

After IPMA C you can further develop yourself in project management with IPMA B. If you meet the prerequisites, you can apply for B directly. Or you can broaden your profile with organisational change management, program management and portfolio management. Please contact us for a free, personal advice.

Renewal of your IPMA C certification

The certificate is valid for 5 years. See for more info on renewing your certification the IPMA Certificeren website.

Competencies

You will learn about all IPMA C competencies, either in class or in the e-learning/book. Contact us for the complete program.

Practice competencies f.e.

• Project preparation, definition and closing
• Stakeholder management and project organisation
• Managing capacity, quality, risks and changes
• Planning and staging
• Finance
• Procurement

People competencies f.e.

• Self management
• Communication
• Leadership  
• Team development
• Managing crises and conflicts

Perspective competencies f.e.

• Mission, vision and strategy  
• Business case
• Project, programme and portfolio management

Topics in D and C overlap. However, IPMA C exam candidates must be able to demonstrate that they understand it and are able to apply it in a given scenario.

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