Course Description
This intensive 10-day course is designed to thoroughly prepare participants for the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam. Covering all aspects of the PMBOK Guide, Agile practices, and real-world project management scenarios, this course provides a comprehensive foundation for success in both the exam and professional practice.
Learning Objectives
- Master the PMBOK Guide knowledge areas and process groups
- Understand and apply Agile project management principles
- Develop critical thinking skills for situational project management questions
- Build confidence in exam-taking strategies and time management
- Gain practical insights into real-world project management challenges
Course Modules
Day 1: Introduction to PMP and Project Management Framework
- Overview of PMP certification and exam structure
- Project management framework and PMBOK Guide introduction
- Project lifecycle and organization structures
- Role of the project manager
Day 2: Project Integration Management
- Developing project charter and management plan
- Directing and managing project work
- Monitoring and controlling project work
- Integrated change control
Day 3: Project Scope and Schedule Management
- Scope planning, definition, and control
- Creating work breakdown structures (WBS)
- Schedule development and control techniques
- Critical path method and schedule compression
Day 4: Project Cost and Quality Management
- Cost estimation and budgeting
- Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Quality planning and control
- Continuous improvement methodologies
Day 5: Project Resource and Communications Management
- Resource planning and allocation
- Team development and leadership
- Communication planning and management
- Stakeholder engagement strategies
Day 6: Project Risk and Procurement Management
- Risk identification and analysis
- Risk response planning and implementation
- Procurement planning and contract types
- Vendor selection and contract administration
Day 7: Project Stakeholder Management and Ethics
- Stakeholder identification and analysis
- Stakeholder engagement and management strategies
- Professional responsibility and ethics
- Conflict resolution techniques
Day 8: Agile Project Management
- Agile principles and methodologies
- Scrum framework and roles
- Agile planning and estimation techniques
- Adapting traditional practices to Agile environments
Day 9: PMP Exam Strategies and Practice
- Exam-taking strategies and time management
- Practice questions and mock exams
- Review of challenging concepts and knowledge areas
- Tips for managing exam stress and maintaining focus
Day 10: Final Review and Exam Preparation
- Comprehensive review of all knowledge areas
- Final mock exam and performance analysis
- Personalized study plan development
- Next steps and exam application process
Practical Wins for Participants
- Gain confidence in tackling complex project management scenarios
- Develop a structured approach to project planning and execution
- Enhance leadership and communication skills for effective team management
- Acquire tools and techniques for immediate application in current projects
Credits: 5 credit per day
Course Mode: full-time
Provider: Blackbird Training Centre
