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HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE PMP EXAM
Team 2: Azar Kazemi, Fernando Gonzalez, Kong Yew, Mussa Elzllawi, Susan LeeUCSC Extension: Applied Project Management, Winter 2009 Mike Taylor
OU
TLINE
How to prepare for the PMP Exam
I. Why is the PMP important? [Susan]II. PMP Exam Basics [Azar]
a. Requirementsb. When & Wherec. Cost
III. How to Register [Kong]IV. PMP Exam Preparation & Format[Fernando]V. Study Materials/tips/references [Mussa]
WH
Y IS IMPO
RTANT TO
TAKE THE PM
P EXAMHow to prepare for the PMP Exam
Why is it important to take the PMP Exam?• To remain competitive in a PM career track
The facts :• PMI PMP Certification Fact File (as of Sept, 2008)
Total PMI Members – 280,264Total Active PMP’s – 299,791 (~200,000 in 2006)
Total PMPs
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50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
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Num
ber
Sources: www.pmibaltimore.org/docs/presentations/In%20Search%20of%20PMP%20Nov_2006%20Rev%20D.ppt , [http://pmp-preparation.blogspot.com/2008/02/pmi-pmp-fact-file.html], PMI Today Nov 2008
LOCAL SALARY IN
FORM
ATION
How to prepare for the PMP Exam
Project Manager II May require a bachelor's degree and 4-7 years of experience in the field. Average salary is about $100k
Project Manager I May require a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience in the field. Average salary is about $80k.
Project Manager III May require a bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of experience in the field. Average salary is about $120k.
Source: www.salary.com March 2009
PMI Project Management Salary Survey – fourth edition • PMP credential holders command salaries that are 17 percent higher than their non-credentialed counterparts.
WH
Y PEOPLE TAKE TH
E EXAMHow to prepare for the PMP Exam
72% of the people taking the PMP exam pass on their first attempt !
Sources: www.pmibaltimore.org/docs/presentations/In%20Search%20of%20PMP%20Nov_2006%20Rev%20D.ppt , [http://pmp-preparation.blogspot.com/2008/02/pmi-pmp-fact-file.html], PMI Today Nov 2008
REQU
IREMEN
TSHow to prepare for the PMP Exam
Requirements:• Certain educational and professional experiences are
required in order to be eligible for PMP exam.
• At least a high school diploma is required
• 35 contact hours of formal education on project management education is required
• Project management experience requirements vary based on educational background.
REQU
IREMEN
TSHow to prepare for the PMP Exam
• If your educational background is high school diploma, associate’s degree or global equivalent:
Professional project management experience for minimum 5 years (60 months) with at least 7,500 hours of leading and directing project tasks
• If your educational background is at least Bachelor’s degree or global equivalent:
Professional project management experience for minimum 3 years (36 months) during which at least 4,500 hours were spent leading and directing project tasks
DATES &
SOM
E LOCATIO
NS
How to prepare for the PMP Exam
2009 test dates (United States):
Some nearby test sites: 4030 MOORPARK AVE
SUITE 280SAN JOSE, CA 95117
48860 MILMONT DRIVESUITE 103CFREMONT, CA 94538
Test Date Application Deadline
4/22/09 3/6/09
7/11/09 6/5/09
11/7/09 10/2/09
SOM
E LOCATIO
NS
How to prepare for the PMP Exam
2412 CENTRAL AVEALAMEDA, CA 94501
400 OYSTER POINT BLVDSUITE 101SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080
100 CALIFORNIA STSTE #105SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
222 KEARNY ST.SUITE 603SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94108
FEES
Cost:
Exam type PMI member status FeeCBT (Computer Based Testing)
member $405
CBT (Computer Based Testing)
no member $555
PBT (Paper Based Testing) member $250
PBT (Paper Based Testing no member $400
Reexamination CBT member $275
Reexamination CBT no member $375
Reexamination PBT member $150
Reexamination PBT no member $300
How to prepare for the PMP Exam
REFERENCES
How to prepare for the PMP Exam
Sources:www.pmi.org
www.prometric.com/pmi
PMP Application
Preparation for PMP ApplicationHow to prepare for the PMP Exam
How do I apply for the PMP exam?
1) Apply online for PMP certification at PMI (www.pmi.org)
2) Read the instructions in the in the PMP Handbook at PMI
3) Prepare your resume
4) Submit your application at www.pmi.org/CertApp
PMP Application
Preparation for PMP ApplicationHow to prepare for the PMP Exam
What ‘s next?
1. Wait for application approval• Once you apply, it may take up to 2 weeks for your application to get approved by PMI
•If you apply online, the processing time is only 5 business days
2. Schedule your Exam •Contact a Prometric Learning Center
HO
W TO
CREATE A STUD
Y PLAN
Break Down Your Study Plan Into 3 Sections
• Key Concepts by Knowledge Area
• Contents by Process Groups
• PMP exam questions
How to prepare for the PMP Exam
HO
W TO
CREATE A STUD
Y PLAN
Key Concepts by Knowledge Area
• Management Framework• Integration Management• Scope Management• Time Management• Cost Management• Quality Management• HR Management• Communications Management• Risk Management• Procurement Management• Professional Responsibility
How to prepare for the PMP Exam
HO
W TO
CREATE A STUD
Y PLANHow to prepare for the PMP Exam
Study Contents by 5 Process Groups
Initiating the Project -11%
Planning the Project -23%
Executing the Project -27%
Monitor and Control the Project
21% -
Closing the Project9% -
Professional - *Responsibility
9%
PMP Exam Prep - A Study Plan
1st, work through the 11 knowledge areas
2nd, study 11 knowledge areas in detail
3rd, working on weak areas
4th, work on the Process Groups
5th, first attempt at all full exams
6th, second attempt at all full exams
7th, Time yourself (4hours) during a practice exam
HO
W TO
CREATE A STUD
Y PLANHow to prepare for the PMP Exam
Recommended Study MaterialsDescription Author PublisherA Guide to the Project Management body of knowledge (Latest Edition)
PMI PMI
Q & As for the PMBOK Guide PMI PMI
PMP Exam Prep (Fifth Edition)Rita Mulcahy
RMC
PMP Project Management Professional Study Guide (second Edition)
Joseph Phillips
McGraw Hill
Preparing For the Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Exam
Michael W. Newell
AMACOM
PMP: Project Management Professional Study Guide (Third Edition)
Kim Heldman
Sybex
Field Guide to Project Management (Second Edition)
David I. Cleland
Wiley
Project Planning, Scheduling and Control (Fourth Edition)
James P. Lewis
McGraw Hill
The Handbook of Project-Based Management (Second Edition)
J Rodney Turner
McGraw Hill
How to prepare for the PMP Exam
PMP EXAM
INATIO
N TIPS.
How to prepare for the PMP Exam
Do Tips:
• Do prepare for 1 to 4 months study.
• Do commit 2 to 3 hours per day.
• Do understand the project management life cycle and PMBOK definitions.
• Do more practice questions.
PMP EXAM
INATIO
N TIPS
How to prepare for the PMP Exam
Don’t Tips:
• Don’t use too many references, a few good reference guides are sufficient.
• Don’t leave any answer blank.
• Don’t be tricked by short questions, read them carefully!
• Don’t skip your meal before exam.
PMP EXAM
INATIO
N TIPS
How to prepare for the PMP Exam
Tips on Actual Day:• Bring along your non-expired (government issued) ID! If
your registration name is not the same as the ID, you are in trouble.
• The test room might be cold or you may feel colder struggling the 4 hours exam. Dress more.
• Get use of the 4 hours exam, it can be exhausting.• Paper and pencil are provided, use them to write the
formulas.• Use the MARK and ITEM REVIEW features for your
unsure questions.• Don’t press the Exit button unless you are ending the
exam.
MO
RE INFO
RMATIO
N O
N TH
ESE WEB SITES.
References/Useful sources for PMP examination preparation:
* Go to www.anthonyyeong.com/pmp.htm; for more tips and details.
* For Free Practice of PMP Exam, go to Head First Labs Web Site: http://www.headfirstlabs.com/PMP/free_exam/
* Get a free PMP question & answer sent to your email on a daily basis, from (Test Prep Review): http://www.testprepreview.com/pmp_practice.htm
* Get a PMP Exam Software from (Project Management Learning Bureau), 3 PMP exams, 200 questions each, designed as per the exam sections: http://pmlearn.com/PMPExam.htm * On top of all of the above, you can enroll in UCSC Extension course ( PMP Examination Preparation).
How to prepare for the PMP Exam
Summ
aryPreparation for PMP ApplicationHow to prepare for the PMP Exam
Summary
• PMP Application
• Study Plan
• Tips – Do and Don’t
• Commit and Begin your PMP preparation