About this course
Course Overview
The Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification is one of the top-paying certifications, and project managers who complete this certification are likely to earn in the region of 20% more than those without.
In this training course, you’ll gain the essential preparation needed to pass the PMP and CAPM® exams. Concentrating on exam content from A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, (PMBOK®Guide) - Sixth Edition and other sources, this course includes a wide variety of learning tools, practice questions, study aids, and post-learning resources all using Project Management Institute (PMI) terminology.
The classroom and virtual versions of this interactive course include:
A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, (PMBOK® Guide) - Sixth Edition
200 mock-exam practice questions
Exercises throughout to reinforce PMP and CAPM exam concepts
PMP certification validates that you are highly skilled in:
Motivating people and teams through all phases of a successful project.
Using predictive, agile and hybrid approaches to determine which way of working is best for each project.
Highlighting the success of a project and its impact on overall strategic organizational goals.
PMI-ACP, CAPM PMI Talent Triangle and PMP are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc
Target Audience
Associate project managers, project managers, IT project managers, project coordinators, project analysts, project leaders, senior project managers, team leaders, product managers, program managers, project sponsors, and project team members seeking the PMP or CAPM certification.
Course Objectives
After completing this course you should:
- Feel prepared to take the PMP or CAPM® exams
- Be familiar with PMBOK® Guide terms, definitions, and processes
- Have mastered test-taking techniques
- Recognize the styles and types of questions found on the PMP or CAPM exams
- Understand PMBOK® Guide's five process groups, ten knowledge areas, and the area of professional and social responsibility
Course Content
Lesson 1: Creating a High-Performing Team
- Topic A: Build a Team
- Topic B:Define Team Ground Rules
- Topic C: Negotiate Project Agreements
- Topic D: Empower Team Members and Stakeholders
- Topic E: Train Team Members and Stakeholders
- Topic F: Engage and Support Virtual Teams
- Topic G: Build Shared Understanding about a Project
Lesson 2: Starting the Project
- Topic A: Determine Appropriate Project Methodology/Methods and Practices
- Topic B: Plan and Manage Scope
- Topic C: Plan and Manage Budget and Resources
- Topic D: Plan and Manage Schedule
- Topic E: Plan and Manage Quality of Products and Deliverables
- Topic F: Integrate Project Planning Activities
- Topic G: Plan and Manage Procurement
- Topic H: Establish Project Governance Structure
- Topic I: Plan and Manage Project/Phase Closure
Lesson 3: Doing the Work
- Topic A: Assess and Manage Risks
- Topic B: Execute Project to Deliver Business Value
- Topic C: Manage Communications
- Topic D: Engage Stakeholders
- Topic E: Create Project Artifacts
- Topic F: Manage Project Changes
- Topic G: Manage Project Issues
- Topic H: Ensure Knowledge Transfer for Project Continuity
Lesson 4: Keeping the Team on Track
- Topic A: Lead a Team
- Topic B: Support Team Performance
- Topic C: Address and Remove Impediments, Obstacles and Blockers
- Topic D: Manage Conflict
- Topic E: Collaborate with Stakeholders
- Topic F: Mentor Relevant Stakeholders
- Topic G: Apply Emotional Intelligence to Promote Team Performance
Lesson 5: Keeping the Business in Mind
- Topic A: Manage Compliance Requirements
- Topic B: Evaluate and Deliver Project Benefits and Value
- Topic C: Evaluate and Address Internal and External Business Environment Changes
- Topic D: Support Organizational Change
- Topic E: Employ Continuous Process Improvement
Appendix A: Mapping Course Content to the Project Management Professional (PMP) Examination Content Outline
Course Prerequisites
Attendees should meet the following prerequisites:
To be eligible for the PMP certification, you must first meet specific education and experience requirements.
So, before you apply for the exam, make sure you meet one of the following sets of criteria:
Four-Year College / University Degree
- 36 months of experience leading projects within the past eight years
- 35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® certification
— or —
High School or Secondary School Diploma
- 60 months of experience leading projects within the past eight years
- 35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® certification
The PMP Exam Prep Boot Camp satisfies the requirements for contact hours of instruction. The final step in gaining certification is passing a multiple-choice, psychometric-based examination designed to objectively assess and measure your project management knowledge. It is recommended that you have achieved the experience requirements prior to taking this course.
Test Certification
Recommended as preparation for the following exams:
- Project Management Professional - Jan 21 version
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