PMI PMP
Certification: PMI PMP - Project Management Professional
Certification Overview
PMP certification has recently been so popular that it has become indispensable for project related organizational results. PMP certification has become the icon for providing good practices. It is globally recognized and is an excellent tool to demonstrate expertise in project management. This certification results in professional development which becomes an asset to the individual. PMP certification teaches professionals the systematic approach to project management. This approach has been proven to be most effective and efficient across industries. The intensive PMP prep class that the candidates go through make them very skilful in Project Management.
Who need to do this certification?
This certification is for ambitious professionals who are eager to develop more professionally and has the urge to learn more. Project Managers from any industry will find the PMP certification very helpful in their career.
Benefits
The PMP certification is a straight forward way to boost your salary and career progression. Employers now cut down cost on training and want to hire experienced employees. This is another reason for PMP certification to be of so much demand. PMP certification is a proof that the professional has both the experience and knowledge on the field of Project Management.
Associated Exams
A PMP written test is the associated exam for PMP certification. The candidate must pass this exam within three attempts to achieve the PMP certification. Participating in PMP prep class is an effective way to be prepared for the exam.
Prerequisites
In order to earn the PMP credential, the candidates must fulfil both the education and experience criteria. The education criteria demand candidates to either have a 4 years undergraduate degree or a secondary high school or diploma degree. If the candidate has 4 years undergraduate degree, then he/ she must have at least 4500 hours of project management related work experience. If the candidate holds high school degree, then he/she must show proof of 7500 hours of project management related work experience. The candidates are also required to take part in a compulsory training course of 35 hours duration before sitting for the PMP exam. Proves of education, experience and PMP training must be provided before the candidate is allowed to sit for the PMP exam.
Examination Overview
The PMP certification exam covers the following topics:
- Context of Project Management
- Project Management Framework
- Project Management Lifecycle Process
- Scope Management
- Time Management
- Cost or Budget Management
- Human Resource Management
- Quality Management
- Risk Management
- Procurement Management
- Communications Management
- Stakeholder Management
Passing the PMP certification exam is a big challenge. So no matter what your experience or education is, you need to prepare very well and study hard for the exam. Candidates can choose multiple study tools for exam preparation, like taking PMP classes, self study and even group studies. Practice tests are the most popular ways of preparing for the exam. Practical tests enhance the candidate’s awareness on the types of questions and terminologies that they will come across in the actual exam. Practice tests also give chance for candidates to explore the total field of project management. If you take the PMP classes, the instructor will help you understand the questions you fail to grasp. PMP classes are interactive and so a candidate’s strong and weak areas are easily identified. The candidates can then work harder to improve their weak areas and the instructor’s and peer’s help can be found during and even after the PMP classes. One PMP class is equivalent to studying PMP book the whole day. Tricks, tips and exam strategies can be found in PMP exam prep guides. These guides or books are usually given to candidates during the PMP certification classes. Candidates can also find PMP classes online.
Validity of certification
The PMP certificate will remain valid as long as the candidate shows 60 Project Development Units (PDUs) achieved within every three years. These PDUs can be in the form of work experience, giving presentation and lectures, taking part in training courses or PMP classes, or even voluntary services. All these tasks must of course be in relation to the area of Project Management. Earning the PDUs enhance the professional’s knowledge and experience. It also keeps them informed about the recent best practices or any change in the Project Management concept.
Expert Review
PMP certification will distinguish professionals in the job market and help them to move forward. It is a dynamic certification and will always keep professionals up to date with the new concepts of Project Management.
Benjamin Frank
Project Manager, Green Association Ltd.
Leeds, UK
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