Name: Preparing for the PMP Exam
Course Code: BU422A
Duration: 2
Scheduled Dates for BU422A
This course is intended to prepare project managers for the Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Exam offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI). This course will enable you to identify your personal strengths and weaknesses regarding mastery of the five Process Groups and nine Knowledge Areas, and enable you to develop a personal study program to prepare for the PMP Certification Exam. Prior to attending the instructor-led portion of the class, you will be required to complete an on-line pre-test to determine your strengths & weaknesses. This on-line pre-test should take approximately 2-4 hours to complete. All participants will receive a 3rd edition PMBOK the first day of class.
Target Audience
Anyone who has at least 3 years of experience working in a project-oriented environment; has already completed a rigorous certificate or self-study program; and wants a compressed, targeted approach toward preparing for the PMP Certification Exam.
Key Topics
- Course Introduction
- PMI and PMP Overview
- Project Management Framework
- Project Management Process Overview
- Project Integration Management
- Project Scope Management
- Project Time Management
- Project Risk Management
- Project Procurement Management
- Professional and Social Responsibility
- Preparing for the PMP Exam
- Study Strategies and Practice Exam
Objectives
- A clear understanding of the PMP Certification Exam registration requirements, and the process for registration
- An orientation to the concepts and format of the PMP Certification Exam, including a review of question breakdown by process group
- An opportunity to take a 100-question practice exam modeled after questions encountered on the PMP Certification Exam
- Identification of key areas for further development to create a personal learning plan to improve performance in these areas
- Discussion of the key topics found on PMP Certification Exams
- A review of studying and test-taking techniques from certified PMP's
Required Skills/Experience
- There is a 100 question prework assignment which takes approximately 2 - 3 hours to complete. The prework must be completed one week before class begins. Registration for this class will be closed 3 weeks before the start date because of the prework component.
Note
This course is worth 14 PDU's.
Fee: $1,195.00
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