Organizations are increasingly employing PMP® certified Project Managers in order to improve the success rate of their projects.. This entails applying standardized and evolving set of project management principles as contained in PMI’s PMBOK Guide. The PMP® is recognized the world over as the gold standard in project management. As a PMP®, you can work in virtually any industry, with any methodology and in any location.

The PMP® certification provides a significant advantage when it comes to salary and earning potential. Those with PMP® certification get 20% higher on average than those without. With PMP-certified Project Managers, organizations complete more of their projects on time and on budget while meeting the original goals. The PMP® signifies that you speak and understand the global language of project management and connects you to a community of professionals, organizations and experts worldwide. Become a PMP® and become a project hero.

This Course assumes that participants are already aware of basic project management theory, principles, techniques and procedures. The Course is designed to prepare the participants for the PMP® Examination and speed-up his readiness to pass the test the first time. 

You should be familiar with the basic elements of work breakdown structures, activity network diagrams and activity duration estimating, cost estimating, contracting, leadership and team development, quality management, risk, earned value management and organizational structures for projects. 

How do I get PMP® certified?
The steps to get a PMP® certification are as follows:

• Fulfill the PMP® eligibility criteria (domain level experience and educational levels).
• Become a member of the Project Management Institute (PMI)®.
• Undertake the PMP® course from a PMI REP to meet the 35 hours (PDUs) education requirement.
• Complete the PMP® application form and submit it.
• Read and understand the PMBOK® Guide.
• Schedule your PMP® Exam with Pearson VUE.
• Take and pass the PMP® Exam.

What are the eligibility criteria for PMP® certification exam-2019?
The eligibility criteria for PMP® certification are divided into three parts:

• The academic education requires a secondary diploma or a degree.
• The project management experience includes a four-year degree with 4,500 hours of leading and directing projects or a secondary degree with 7,500 hours leading and directing projects.
• The project management education includes 35 contact hours of project management education.

How long does it take to get a PMP® certification?
Once you meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply for the exam. It takes about 3 – 4 months to adequately prepare for the exam. You will need to study the PMBOK® Guide and other third-party materials, and also take practice tests and quizzes from KnowledgeSpace.

How do I prepare for the PMP® Exam & how much time does it take for PMP® Exam preparation?

• Spend an average of 3 weeks studying the PMBOK® Guide.
• Dedicate 3-4 hours quality time for study on weekends.
• Practice tests and quizzes are also important to gauge your level of preparedness.
• You should do this for at least 2-3 months before your exams.

What are the benefits of getting a PMP® certification?

• It is globally accepted
• It increases your salary by 20%
• It gives better job opportunities
• It broadens your experience
• It helps you to handle projects efficiently
• It is applicable to most industries such as Telecom, Business processing, IT, Commerce and Finance.
• It is an investment for your future
• It gives you job security.

What is the cost of PMP® Certification for PMI members and non-PMI members?
The PMP® certification exam fee is different for members and non-members. If you are a PMI member, you are expected to pay $405, while the fee is $555 for non-members. If you are not yet a PMI member at the time of application, you will still pay $555 for the exam and membership fees. The annual renewal fee for members is $119 while it is $129 for new members.