apm competence framework - Association for Project Management

APM Competence Framework
2.13 METHODS AND PROCEDURES
Technical competence domain
TC13
METHODS AND PROCEDURES
Definition
Methods and procedures detail the standard practices to be used for managing projects throughout a life cycle.
Methods provide a consistent framework within which project management is performed. Procedures cover
individual aspects of project management practice and form an integral part of a method.
Indicators K E
Understands the organisation’s project management methods, processes and
1 supporting systems, including appropriate delivery life cycles available for use by
the project.
Complements the organisation’s methods and procedures through the use of
2 recognised project management techniques, tools and experience, and scales
these appropriately to the complexity and risk requirements of the project.
3
Ensures the methods and procedures adopted integrate into the organisation’s
reporting structure and schedule.
4
Ensures all members of the project team understand the methods and
procedures to be employed, using training and/or coaching as necessary.
5
Ensures improvements developed on the project are communicated and offered
as general improvements to the organisation’s methods and procedures.
Total score for knowledge and experience
Overall knowledge and experience ratings
Competence Level
5
5
Scoring for APM Levels
K: 7–10
E: 7–10
K: 6
E: 5–6
K: 5
E: 3–4
K: 1–4
E: 0–2
Level A: Can successfully execute all the indicators by directing the management of complex
projects and/or programmes for an organisation or a functional unit.
Level B: Has successfully executed most of the indicators by managing a complex project.
Level C: Has successfully executed at least some of the indicators by management of a project with
limited complexity.
Level D: Has the knowledge required and may execute some of the indicators in supporting a
project manager and/or project team.
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