Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Network: APM Membership Levels and Chartered Project Professional (ChPP) Pathways

Are you ready to validate your expertise and elevate your project career?

Join our interactive webinar as we break down the Association for Project Management (APM) membership pathways and demystify the Chartered Project Professional (ChPP) application process.

Whether you're aiming to secure your Full Membership (MAPM) or ready to achieve Chartered status, this session provides clear, practical guidance on selecting the right entry route for your experience. Learn how ChPP status boosts your professional credibility, command higher industry recognition, and get direct answers to your pathway questions from experienced chartered assessors and peers.

Key Takeaways:

• Compare the 3 distinct routes to ChPP and identify your best fit
• Understand the tangible career benefits of APM membership levels
• Insider tips on framing your competence evidence and preparing for interview

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Date:

Time:

Venue:

Online webinar

Organiser: 

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Network

CPD:

1.00

Cost:

Free for all

Who Should Attend? 

• Mid  to senior-level Project, Programme, and Portfolio Managers seeking  international recognition.
• PMO  Specialists and Consultants wanting to validate their career experience.
• Existing  MAPM members looking to take the final step to ChPP status. 

Masterclass: Navigating Your Route to APM Membership & Chartered Status (ChPP)

Achieving chartered status is the definitive gold standard for project, programme, and portfolio professionals. It signals proven technical competence, commitment to professional ethics, and leadership capability. But with multiple routes and membership tiers, where should you start and how do you optimize your application?

Why Attend? Designed for project managers, PMO leaders, and directors looking to benchmark their experience against global standards, this comprehensive session demystifies the APM journey. We’ll explore the progressive stages of APM membership from Student and Associate right through to Full (MAPM) and Fellow (FAPM), and provide a deep dive into the Chartered Project Professional (ChPP) standard.

What We’ll Cover:

Unlocking APM Membership Value

How choosing the right membership tier opens access to peer networks, industry research, legal/career hubs, and continuous professional development (CPD) tools.

ChPP Entry Routes Demystified:

A step-by-step breakdown of the three application routes so you can choose the most efficient path:

• Pathway 1: An experiential route for seasoned practitioners applying directly via detailed written portfolio and interview.
• Pathway 2: For candidates holding recognized assessments for technical knowledge and professional practice.
• Pathway 3: For candidates holding recognized qualifications such as PMP and PMQ.
• Pathway 4: Candidates that hold recognized accredited routes for knowledge an  experience which have been approved by APM

Crafting a Winning Application:

Practical advice on selecting your core competencies, writing concise project summaries, and avoiding common pitfalls during written submissions. 

Navigating the ChPP Interview:

What to expect during the oral assessment, how to articulate your leadership impact, and how to approach questions on professional ethics.

Live Q&A:

Get your specific pathway and evidence questions answered directly in a candid, supportive session by those that have already taken the journey.

Invest in your professional future. Join us to get clear on your next step, streamline your preparation, and gain the ultimate mark of distinction in project management.

Speaker: Dr Mark Reeson, Project Director, HanmiGlobal Saudi

Dr Mark Reeson MBA ChPP RPP FAPM is a project management specialist with over thirty-five years’ experience.  A Fellow of the Association for Project Management, and has been involved in many project and programme consultative roles.

Most recently Mark has become the Project Management Excellence Manager with the Ministry of Health whilst working in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East on a variety of PMO and construction projects, for HanmiGlobal Saudi, a South Korean company based in Riyadh.

Still working as an APM ChPP assessor, Mark is committed to the ongoing development of the future generations of project managers.

As a regular public speaker Mark now shares his experience, knowledge and commitment with those associations wanting to progress project management in a more sustainable and successful manner.

Robert Allen, Partnership Development Manager, The Association for Project Management

As a Partnership Development Manager (PDM), I work closely with our corporate partners across a range of key sectors to help them maximise the value of their relationship with APM. 

I support organisations and individuals in developing their project management capability through APM qualifications, membership, and Chartered status. I also work with partners to showcase their expertise by providing opportunities to share their knowledge, experiences, and success stories through APM events, conferences, and other engagement activities.