Mumbai, January 9, 2008 : Aptech Limited, the leading global learning solutions provider, has been conferred the Global Registered Education Provider (R.E.P) status by Project Management Institute (PMI). Aptech will now be offering PMI recognized project management training and professional service to project management professionals (PMP) across the globe. Aptech plans to train 5000 PMPs during 2008.

The PMI R.E.P. program is recognized as the premier comprehensive continuing education program related to the field of project management. Organisations worldwide are wanting to train & certify their Project Mangers to enhance customer experience and satisfaction.

According to a CertCities.com 2006 annual reader survey, the Project Management Professional (PMP®) credential has been ranked among the “10 Hottest IT Certifications” for the third consecutive year among IT professionals . Certification Magazine’s annual salary survey for 2006 states that Project Management Professional (PMP®) credential holders earned the highest salaries amongst all IT workers who hold professional certifications.

“Aptech‘s legacy as an educational provider will help us provide customers with training in Project Management , who are looking for support from a trusted partner and recognized leader. Aptech is dedicated to supporting professional development and best practices in project and workforce management. We look forward to providing result-driven courses which are rigorous and comprehensive.” said Nilesh Vani, Executive Vice President, Aptech Ltd.

Aptech will be offering the course in two modes, Instructor Led Training (ILT) and Distance Learning Mode. With it’s PMP Certified project managers & qualified trainers, Aptech extends its support and services to those seeking PMP certifications. The course will span over a period of 5 days, which will be followed by an internal assessment. On successful completion, the participant will be granted 35 PDUs required by PMI for the PMP certification. The ILT course material includes Student handbooks and student workbooks with practice questions. The onsite training comprises of interactive and mock sessions with group exercises.

PMI requires its REP to meet several stringent criteria to qualify as a Global R.E.P, such as

1.	Evidence of quality product design, delivery and content that is inline with PMI global standards.
2.	Evidence of facilitator qualifications appropriate to topics taught besides other organizational requirements.

About PMI:

Project Management Institute (PMI,) USA is the world’s leading not-for-profit association for the project management profession. With more than 240,000 members in over 160 countries, it is the leading membership association for the project management profession. PMI is actively engaged in advocacy for the profession, setting professional standards, conducting research and providing access to a wealth of information and resources. PMI also promotes career and professional development and offers certification, networking and community involvement opportunities.

For more than 36 years, PMI has advanced the careers of practitioners who have made project management indispensable in achieving business results.

About Aptech Ltd :

Aptech commenced its IT education & training business in 1986 and has trained over 4.5 million students – globally. Aptech is an ISO 9001:2000 organization and the first IT Training and Education company to get this certification for Education Support Services in 1993.

Aptech is successfully maintaining its leadership position through it’s various business lines which include IT, Animation & Multimedia Training (Aptech Computer Education, & Arena Animation); Networking and Hardware Training (N Power); Offshore Content Development (Aptech Learning Services); e-learning (onlinevarsity.com), Training & Assessment Solutions for Corporates & Institutions (Aptech Training Solutions & ATTEST) Developer Training & Consultancy (Synergetics) and Aviation Training (Avalon Aviation Academy).

For further information on Aptech Limited please do visit our website at www.aptech-worldwide.com