Comprehensive PMP Certification Exam Preparation Course

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