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Training ByteSize Project Management - insights, interviews and expertise
Welcome to Training ByteSize Project Management, a podcast about all things around projects, programmes and portfolios. Our episodes bring you top-tips, such as how to pass your next accredited exam, through to unique industry insights and interviews.
Episodes
38 episodes
Time Management and Exam Technique
Struggling to balance study time with everything else? This week on Project Insights, we're sharing practical time management strategies and effective exam techniques to help you ace your next exam. Learn how to prioritize, avoid procrast...
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Mastering Project Management: Choosing the Right Lifecycle Model for Success
Discover how to transform your project management skills and boost your team's success with our latest episode of Project Management Insights. Can the right project lifecycle model make or break your project? Join me, Neil, as we dissect the th...
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The Structure of Project Management Exams
Exam nerves getting the better of you? This week on Project Insights, we take the mystery out of project management exams. We'll explore the typical format, discuss how different sections are weighted, and share tips for staying calm and ...
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What Exactly Is A Project?
Ever wondered about the fundamental differences between a project and ongoing operations? This week's Project Insights tackles the core question: What exactly is a project? We'll delve into the formal definitions, explore the uni...
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The Project Triangle
Discover the fundamental concept of the Project Triangle: the delicate balance between scope, time, and cost. This week on Project Insights, we explore how these three critical factors interact and how project managers can effectively man...
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The Role of a Project Manager
From planning and execution to risk management and stakeholder communication, the project manager wears many hats. This episode of Project Insights delves into the core responsibilities of a project manager, exploring the key skills requi...
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Sustainability
Sustainability: It's not just a buzzword. This week on Project Insights, we explore the growing importance of sustainability in project management, discussing how to integrate eco-friendly practices and create projects that benefit both the bus...
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Micro Lesson in Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
Ever feel like your projects are spiralling out of control? This week on Project Insights, we tackle the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) – your secret weapon for project success. We'll break down what a WBS is, why it's essential, and how ...
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Artificial Intelligence and PPP Infrastructure Programmes (CP3P)
AI is transforming industries left, right, and centre. And guess what? The world of PPPs is no exception. For those unfamiliar, PPPs are collaborations between governments and private companies to develop big infrastructure project...
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Micro Lessons in Benefits Management and Stakeholder Satisfaction
Welcome to our short series of micro lessons in Project Management. Maximising project benefits isn't just about financial returns; it's also about keeping stakeholders happy. This episode of Project Insights delves into the strategies and tech...
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Micro Lesson in understanding Command Verbs in the APM Exams
"Explain," "analyse," "compare"... these command verbs can make or break your APM exam performance. This episode of Project Insights breaks down the most common command verbs used in project management exams, explaining what each one mean...
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Micro lesson in Critical Path Analysis (CPA)
Unlock the secrets of efficient project scheduling! This week on Project Insights, we delve into Critical Path Analysis (CPA), a powerful technique for identifying the most crucial tasks in your project and keeping it on track.
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Micro Lesson in Managing Project Schedules
Ever feel like you're constantly fighting deadlines? This week on Project Insights, we'll explore the common challenges of project scheduling and share practical strategies for overcoming them. Learn how to manage competing priorities, ha...
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Micro Lesson in Project Life Cycles
What's the difference between a waterfall and an agile lifecycle? Which approach is best for my project? This week on Project Insights, we answer these questions and more, exploring the critical role of project lifecycles in project succe...
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Micro Lesson in Scope Management
From initial planning to final delivery, scope management is crucial for project success. This episode of Project Insights explores the key processes and techniques involved in defining, documenting, and controlling project scope. We'll d...
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Micro Lessons - The Fundamentals of Project Management
Project management can seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be. In this episode on Micro Lessons in Project Management, we break down the fundamentals of Project Management in a clear and accessible way. Whether you're a seasoned professional ...
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Revising for the APM PMQ Exam - Where to start.
I’m often asked how best to approach revising for the PMQ exam by people who are thinking of taking it and, somewhat expectedly, from people who are sitting the course with the exam booked and in the forefront of their minds. I had a thin...
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APM PMQ Hints and Tips – 2025 Update
2025 updated Podcast on the new 2024 APM PMQ Online and Classroom Workshops and Exams. An invaluable insight for anyone taking APM PMQ training, and their APM PMQ Exam, with a number of hints and tips on the new exam format and what to expect. ...
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Micro Lessons in Project Management - What are Project Lifecycles
A project life cycle provides a structured framework for managing a project from initiation to closure. It outlines the phases a project typically goes through, the activities within each phase, and the deliverables required at each stage. Thin...
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Micro Lessons in Maximising Benefits and Stakeholder Satisfaction in Projects
Maximising Benefits and Stakeholder Satisfaction in ProjectsWe've explored the building blocks of project management. Now, it's time to shift our focus to the ultimate goals: realising project benefits and achieving stakeholder sa...
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LightBytes - APM Risk Management and Procurement
The LightBytes series looks at different areas of APM project management with Training Bytesize's lead APM trainer Callum Downing. This episode looks at risk management and procurement
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LightBytes - APM Budgets, Cost, and Earned Value Management
The LightBytes series looks at different areas of APM project management with Training Bytesize's lead APM trainer Callum Downing. This episode looks at budgets, cost, and earned value management.
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LightBytes - APM Scheduling and Critical Path
The LightBytes series looks at different areas of APM project management with Training Bytesize's lead APM trainer Callum Downing. This episode looks at scheduling and the critical path.
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APM PFQ syllabus and content for the PFQ Course
Attending an APM PFQ 2-day workshop or online course? Our lead APM trainer Callum chats through what to expect, and a breakdown of the syllabus through to the APM PFQ exam. Learn what to expect, and the syllabus areas covered. A com...
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APM PMQ 2024 exam questions and answer guidance
Are you preparing for the APM PMQ exam in 2024? Our video guide offers the latest insights into the APM PMQ exam questions and answers, ensuring you have the knowledge and confidence to study for the exam. We understand the challenges new candi...
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