1. Welcome to the PMP Exam Study Group

2. Agenda
PMI LIC’s PMP Prep Session Background
Introductions
Session Structure
Class Logistics
PMP Examination Application Procedure
PMP Examination Eligibility Criteria
Preparing to Complete the PMP Exam Application
PMP Examination Content
PMP Examination Application review

3. PMI LIC’s PMP Prep Session Background
Started in 2001 as a 6 session Study Group
Evolved to a program that includes 12 classes, standardized materials, experienced instructors and a qualified 35 hour PM class to assist our members to attain the Education Credential
Parallel program of “Prepare the Instructor” to provide a base of qualified instructors

4. Gerri Stepanek, Vice President of Professional Development
Introductions
Gerri Stepanek, Vice President of Professional Development
Nicholas Medile, Program Manager, PMP Prep Courses, Professional Development
Course Participants
Instructors and schedule for this session – precedes Section 1 of your notebook 4 4

5. Fees – Checks payable to PMI LIC
Session Structure
Fees – Checks payable to PMI LIC
L. I. Chapter Members: $ 495
Non-Chapter members: $ 595
Non-PMI Members: $ 695
Earned Hours:
35 hours for attending all PMP LIC Prep sessions.
3 hours will be deducted for each missed session.
Materials:
PMBoK Fourth edition (download from pmi.org) provided at membership renewal or start-up)
PMI LIC developed class notes
Rita Mulcahy’s PMP Exam Prep text book 5 5

6. 6:00 PM Start; 8:30-9PM finish (breaks provided)
Class Logistics
6:00 PM Start; 8:30-9PM finish (breaks provided)
Instructor will set up laptop, projector and distribute that evening’s materials
Attendees must sign the sign-in sheet to get credit for the class
Test given at end of class (self-graded)
Instructor and presentation rating sheet to be completed at the end of each class (see end of notebook)
Instructor packs up and returns equipment 6 6

7. PMP Examination Application Procedure
Meet Eligibility Requirements
Complete the on-line application, pay fees and receive confirmation to register for test
Schedule test on-line with a Prometric facility near you
Within one-year of receiving confirmation
Up to 3 re-tests within the first year of applying
Fees:
PMI Member $
Non-member $
Re-examination fee – PMI member $
Re-examination fee – Non-member $ 7 7

8. PMP Exam Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for certification as a Project Management Professional must satisfy the educational and experiential requirements for Category 1 or Category 2 and agree to abide by the Project Management Professional Code of Professional Conduct 8 8

9. PMP Exam Eligibility Criteria (cont’d)
Category 1
Category 2
Degree
Bachelors or More
HS or equivalent
Min project hours (lead/direct)
4500 hours
7500 hours
Min # of months (non-overlapping)
36 months
60 months
Term of experience
<= 8 years
<= 8yrs
Formal PM Training
35 hours 9 9

10. Required Supporting Documentation
Educational Background - (A copy of diploma or transcript for baccalaureate or equivalent university degree for Category 1)
Experience Verification Form(s).
35 hours of Project Management education
PMI DOES AUDIT APPLICANTS ON A RANDOM BASIS!!!!! 10 10

11. Preparing to Complete the Exam Application
Project
Time
No. Mths
Initiation
Hrs
Plan
Execution
Monitor & Ctrl Hrs
Close 1
(340hrs)
1/06- 9/06 9
Jan 20
Feb & Mar 60
Apr – Sep
200
Jan – Sep 40
Sep 2
( = 970 hours)
10/05- 2/06
5 – 2 (overlap) = 3
(12)
Oct-Jan
580
3(150)+130
Oct – Jan
Feb 10 3
1/05-10/05
10 – 1=9
(21)
Feb-Mar
Apr-Oct
Jan-Oct
Oct n
10/98 -??? …. ……
…….
….. 11 11

12. Preparing to Complete the PMP Exam Application
List projects from most recent backward
Estimate months of duration for each project
Determine the hours for each project spent in Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitor and Control, Closing
Lay out matrix or chart 12 12

13. PMP Examination Application Review
Let’s go through the hard copy version of the PMP CREDENTIAL HANDBOOK
(also available on the pmi.org site) 13 13

14. PMP Examination Content:
The Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Examination measures the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques that are utilized in the practice of project management.
The examination specifications were established in 1997 after the Project Management Institute completed a job analysis study.
The examination is computer-based and is comprised of 175 scorable multiple-choice questions that are developed and validated by PMPs.
Examinees must obtain a score of 106 (141) in order to pass the examination.
The allotted time to complete the examination is four (4) hours.
The examination is offered exclusively through Prometric, a leading worldwide provider of comprehensive technology-based testing and assessment services. 14 14

15. PMP Examination Content:
Examination questions are developed to test the candidate's knowledge of how project management skills are used in practice. Therefore no single source for the examination exists.
The foundation document for project management training and/or education is A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBoK Guide).
The PMBOK is available from PMI ( PMI also offers an array of textbooks and other project management reference materials. It is recommended that candidates also reference their professional experience, as many of the questions on the examination are situational.
Current test offering is based on PMBoK Fourth Edition. 15 15

16. PMP Examination Content:16 16

17. Performance Domain I: Initiating the Project
% of Questions -
11%
Examination Content
Performance Domain I: Initiating the Project
Conduct project selection methods to determine feasibility
Define the scope of the project based on the business need to meet customer’s project expectations
Document high-level risks, assumptions and constraints using historical data and expert judgment to understand project limitations
Perform key stakeholder analysis to gain buy-in and requirements for the success of the project
Develop project charter to confirm scope, risks, assumptions, constraints and issues
Obtain project charter approval 17 17

18. Performance Domain II: Planning the Project
% of Questions -
23%
Examination Content
Performance Domain II: Planning the Project
Record detailed customer requirements, constraints and assumptions with stakeholders to establish deliverables
Identify key project team members by defining roles and responsibilities to create a project organization structure to develop the communication plan Create WBS
Develop the change management plan
Identify project risks by defining risk strategies and developing the risk management plan
Obtain project plan approval
Conduct a kick-off meeting with all key stakeholders 18 18

19. Performance Domain III: Executing the Project
% of Questions -
27%
Examination Content
Performance Domain III: Executing the Project
Execute tasks defined in the project plan
Ensure common understanding of plan to align stakeholders and team members
Implement the procurement of project resources in alignment with the procurement plan
Manage resource allocation to execute the planned tasks successfully
Implement the quality management plan
Implement approved changes
Implement approved actions and workarounds to mitigate project risk events
Improve team performance by team building techniques and boost morale 19 19

20. Performance Domain IV: Monitoring and Controlling the Project
% of Questions -
21%
Examination Content
Performance Domain IV:
Monitoring and Controlling the Project
Measure Project Performance to monitor project progress, identify and quantify any variances, perform required corrective actions, and communicate to stakeholders
Manage changes to project scope, project schedule, and project costs to keep the project plan accurate, updated, reflective of the authorized project changes as defined in the change management plan and facilitate customer acceptance
Ensure that the project deliverables conform to quality standards established in the quality plan to adhere to customer requirements
Monitor the status of all identified risks by identifying new risks, taking corrective actions, updating risk plan to minimize impact of risks on the project 20 20

21. Performance Domain V: Closing the Project
% of Questions - 9%
Examination Content
Performance Domain V: Closing the Project
Formalize final acceptance for the project from the sponsor/customer
Obtain financial, legal and administrative closure
Release all project resources
Communicate all lessons learned
Distribute the final project report using all project closure-related information
Archive project records, historical information and documents
Measure customer satisfaction at end of project by capturing customer feedback 21 21

22. Performance Domain VI: Professional and Social Responsibility
% of Questions - 9%
Examination Content
Performance Domain VI:
Professional and Social Responsibility
Ensure personal integrity and professionalism to protect the community and all stakeholders and create a healthy work environment
Contribute to the project management knowledge base
Enhance personal professional competence
Promote interaction among team members and other stakeholders in a professional and cooperative manner to ensure a collaborative project management environment 22 22

23. Thank You Nicholas Medile, PMP nmedile@pmilic.org

24. Good Luck!!