{"id":981,"date":"2021-10-09T02:17:58","date_gmt":"2021-10-09T02:17:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/?p=981"},"modified":"2021-10-09T02:31:44","modified_gmt":"2021-10-09T02:31:44","slug":"prerequisites-and-syllabus-for-the-pmp-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/pmp-certification\/prerequisites-and-syllabus-for-the-pmp-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"Prerequisites and Syllabus for the PMP Exam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>PMP\u00ae is an abbreviation for Project Management Professional, and it refers to the certificate that is awarded to anyone who passes the PMP certification exam. So, if you pass the PMP exam, you will be a Project Management Professional (PMP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The PMP certification is the most widely recognized Individual certification in the field of project management, and it is highly valued around the world. In some cases, it is a required qualification for a project management position. A PMP-certified project manager can work as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/pmp-certification-training-course-new\/\">project manager<\/a> in any industry, anywhere in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prerequisites for the PMP Exam<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anyone who meets the prerequisites can take the PMP exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Individuals with a Bachelor&#8217;s degree must be able to provide documentation demonstrating at least 4,500 hours of project leadership and management experience, as well as 35 hours of formal project management training provided by PMI chapters or accredited Registered Education Providers (REPs). You can also review self-study books published by R.E.P.s and other reputable training organizations, according to the PMI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Individuals with a high school diploma must be able to provide documentation demonstrating at least 7,500 hours of project leadership and management experience, as well as 35 hours of formal project management training provided by PMI chapters or accredited REPs. You can also review self-study books published by R.E.P.s and other reputable training organizations, according to the PMI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Concerning the PMP Exam<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The PMP exam is a four-hour examination with 200 questions. Twenty-five of the 200 questions are not scored. However, you won&#8217;t know which 25 questions aren&#8217;t scored until the test is over, so make sure to take all of them seriously. The PMI\u00ae includes these questions to determine how many test takers get them correct. Based on the results, they may decide to include these questions in future exams\u2014similar it&#8217;s to a survey conducted by the PMI to help the PMP exam produce the highest quality professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To pass the PMP exam, you must answer 141 or more questions correctly out of 175 total, which equates to 81 percent. As you might expect, the PMP exam is not easy. You are correct!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Syllabus for the PMP Exam<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>How does the PMP exam go? The PMI describes the proportion of questions in each domain that will appear on the PMP exam in the table below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll be asked questions about each domain to assess your knowledge and skills needed to perform a variety of tasks, which are described below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following knowledge and skills are required to answer questions in the Initiating Domain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Analytical abilities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques for Benefit Analysis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A project charter&#8217;s components<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques and tools for estimating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Strategic leadership<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning-related Questions The following knowledge and skills are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning for Change Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning for cost management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques and tools for project budgeting<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contract types and selection criteria for communications planning<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques and tools for estimating<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Human resource management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Principles of lean and efficiency<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning for procurement<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning for quality management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning for gathering requirements<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tools and techniques for scope deconstruction (WBS, Scope backlog)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning for scope management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning for stakeholder management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Time management planning, including tools and techniques for scheduling<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques for drawing workflow diagrams<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Execution-Related Questions The following knowledge and skills are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"579\" src=\"https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/10094-1024x579.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-986\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/10094-1024x579.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/10094-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/10094-768x434.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.spotolearning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/10094.jpg 1072w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Are you studying for the PMP? Yes, then you must be familiar with the PMP exam prerequisites, as well as the PMP exam and its syllabus. Continue reading to learn more!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Processes of continuous improvement<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques for Contract Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Elements of a work statement<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interdependence with project components<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques and tools for project budgeting<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tools of high quality<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques for Vendor Management<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Concerns in the Domain of Monitoring and Control The following knowledge and skills are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques for performance management and tracking (EV, PERT, CPM, Trend Analysis)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques for Process Analysis (Lean, Kanban, Six Sigma)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tolerances and project control thresholds<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Principles of project financing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques and tools for project monitoring<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Best practices and standards for project quality (BS, CMMI, IEEE, ISO)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tools for measuring quality (statistical sampling, control charts, flowcharting, inspection, assessment)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques for identifying and analyzing risks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques for quality validation and verification<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inquiries in the Closing Domain The following knowledge and skills are required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Statutes and practices for archiving<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contract requirements for contract closure<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Procedures for closing out<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques for providing feedback<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques for measuring performance (KPI, key success factors)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Techniques for project evaluation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Technique for Transition Planning<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Checklist for PMP Exam Preparation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The PMI recommends the following tips to help you prepare for the PMP exam:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Examine the PMP handbook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Examine the most recent PMP Exam Content Outline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Examine a number of PMP Test Sample Questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Completing formal project management training and studying the PMBOK Guide<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PMP\u00ae is an abbreviation for Project Management Professional, and it refers to the certificate that is awarded to anyone who passes the PMP certification exam. So, if you pass the PMP exam, you will be a Project Management Professional (PMP). 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