About APMP® Certification
Overview
Bid and Proposal Management Training and Certifications
Benefits of APMP® Certification
For Individuals
- Reinforce credibility and confidence with a certification and digital badge that reflects your level of expertise in crafting persuasive proposals.
- Unlock career advancement opportunities by demonstrating extensive knowledge around proposal management and application of best practices.
- Master a structured approach for effective Bid and Proposal Management.
- Gain access to the APMP Study Guides which contain advanced tools and resources for easy reference.
For Organizations
- Ensure every bid stands out from the rest.
- Helps organizations navigate the various challenges inherent to the bidding process such as meeting strict deadlines, waiting on internal approvals, and following strict compliance requirements.
- Provides organizations a framework for handling large proposals while ensuring alignment with client objectives.
- Helps teams prepare for more complex assignments by equipping them with the confidence and credibility to negotiate RFPs, ITTs and other procurement notices.
- Nurtures professionals into becoming future leaders by reinforcing strategic thinking, technical knowledge (logistics), and cross-functional collaboration.
Useful links
Useful links
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APMP Study Guides and Reports
Documentation
Documentation
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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!
APMP® Certification levels
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Testimonials
A little over a year ago, I convinced my employer to move me from my Marketing Manager position (bidding part-time) to RFP & Diversity Programs Manager so I could concentrate on full-time bid sourcing and proposal management. Even though I have previous proposal experience, I have never worked on a proposal team and don’t have peers to brainstorm or learn from. I pursued certification to learn more about the industry and its standards and to take advantage of the community to share ideas. It has been extremely helpful to feel like I have a “team” behind me!
Pursuing this certification was important to me for a few reasons. By expanding my knowledge and learning current best practices, I can share this information and make important contributions to the team as it relates to proposal management. Also, with my original background in Sales and over the last year and half in Proposal Management, the training received has helped me to be able to mentor my colleagues on those best practices. As I have benefited from guidance of others all my life, I now can share what I have learned and assist my team in presenting the best product for my company and its customers.
Achieving the APMP Practitioner certification marks a significant milestone in my career, underscoring my dedication to the highest standards of proposal management. This qualification not only bolsters my professional standing but has provided me with the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of proposal development and leadership. My motivation for pursuing this certification was to enrich my understanding and proficiency, ensuring my contributions are both impactful and aligned with public sector strategic objectives. I am eager to leverage the comprehensive insights and skills gained to bolster the Cabinet Office’s efforts in delivering exceptional governance and service to the public.
Achieving my APMP Practitioner Certification is an important milestone that demonstrates my commitment to excellence in proposal management and understanding of the industry's best practices. As someone who is process-driven, dedicated to continuous learning, and committed to delivering high-quality proposals, this achievement reflects my passion for my work and my desire to stay ahead of the competition. I am proud to have earned this certification, and I look forward to leveraging my knowledge and skills to drive our competitiveness in the industry.
Videos & Case studies
Videos
How to become a bid and proposal professional part 1
Case studies
APMP Certification Strengthens Bid Management at Amey
Empower Your Team. Win More Bids. Elevate Your Services.
APMP in the Defence and Space Sectors
Career Story: Business Development Manager and Bid Manager
Dell Technologies Apply Bid and Proposal Best Practices with APMP
Certification: APMP® - Bid and Proposal Management Certifications.
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
APMP Foundation
Selling up to level 3
Same as above plus Selling up to level 4
knowledge
APMP Practitioner
Selling up to level 4
Same as above plus Selling up to level 5
skills
APMP Capture Practitioner
Selling up to level 4
Same as above plus Selling up to level 5
competency
APMP Professional
Selling up to level 5
Same as above plus Selling up to level 6
knowledge
APMP Foundation
Selling up to level 3
Same as above plus Selling up to level 4
knowledge
APMP Practitioner
Selling up to level 4
Same as above plus Selling up to level 5
skills
APMP Capture Practitioner
Selling up to level 4
Same as above plus Selling up to level 5
competency
APMP Professional
Selling up to level 5
Same as above plus Selling up to level 6
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