Project Management ONLINE – Mastering the PMI Method for PMP Exam

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When applying for the PMP certificate, a list of projects that the person has led is filled out, including the number of hours and a contact person who can verify the work done. They do not check all applications, but about 10%. In case a person is selected for verification, the listed contacts are approached to confirm whether the person applying for the PMP actually led those projects.

The cost of the PMP exam is $555 for non-PMI members, and $405 for PMI members.

Once you are eligible, PMI will send you instructions via email for scheduling the exam with your eligibility code, which is needed for booking the exam date. You can schedule the exam date online or by phone.

The exam is administered through Pearson Vue.

The Mirakul Education Center prepares you for the exam, but does not organize the exam itself. Through our program, you gain the 35 required hours of education in project management.

There is no deadline; you can take the exam when you meet all the requirements and are prepared. However, it is recommended not to wait too long to take the exam, as it will be easier to pass while the knowledge from the PM academy is fresh. (This is also due to the PMBOK 7th edition, which will soon be the basis for the PMP exams (the PM academy is currently based on the PMBOK 6th edition as the exams are also based on the same edition).

For candidates with a high school diploma, the conditions for accessing the PMP certification exam are as follows:

• At least 7,500 hours of experience in project management
• At least 60 months of working on projects (considering non-overlapping projects) within eight years before applying for the exam
• 35 hours of education in project management (in the form of seminars that provide PDU – Professional Development Units).

For candidates with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent university degree, the conditions are as follows:

• At least 4,500 hours of experience in project management
• At least 36 months of working on projects (considering non-overlapping projects) within eight years before applying
• 35 hours of education in project management (in the form of seminars that provide PDU – Professional Development Units).

For PMP (Project Management Professional) certification, the key topics and knowledge areas that need to be covered are defined in the PMBOK® Guide (Project Management Body of Knowledge), which is the reference standard for project management. Here is an overview of these key topics:

• Project Integration Management: encompasses processes for coordinating and integrating all project activities and elements.
• Project Scope Management: involves defining, managing, and controlling the scope of the project.
• Project Time Management: includes activities for planning, scheduling, and controlling the timing aspects of the project.
• Project Cost Management: involves estimating, planning, and controlling project costs.
• Project Quality Management: includes planning, assuring, and controlling project quality.
• Project Human Resource Management: involves managing the project team, motivation, skill development, and conflict management.
• Project Communications Management: involves planning, managing, and distributing project information.
• Project Risk Management: includes identifying, analyzing, planning, and controlling project risks.
• Project Procurement Management: involves planning, procurement, management, and control of resources procurement for projects.
• Project Stakeholder Management: involves identifying, managing, and engaging project stakeholders. Studying and understanding these topics is key to successfully passing the PMP certification exam.

To apply for the PMP (Project Management Professional) certification exam, you need to follow these steps:

• Check the Requirements: Before applying for the exam, check if you have met all the prerequisites for PMP certification. These prerequisites include relevant education and work experience in project management.
• Register with PMI: Visit the Project Management Institute (PMI) website at www.pmi.org and create a user account if you are not already a registered member. If you are already a PMI member, log in to your account.
• Fill Out the Exam Application: After logging in, access the “myPMI” section of the website and look for the “Apply for PMP” option. Complete the exam application, providing all necessary information about your education, work experience, and other relevant details.
• Check Eligibility and Pay the Fee: PMI will review your application to determine if you have met all the conditions for PMP certification. After verification, you will be notified about your eligibility. If accepted, you will be directed to pay the exam fee.
• Schedule the Exam: After paying the exam fee, PMI will send you an email with instructions for scheduling the exam. This may include information on how to access the exam center and choose the date and time of the exam.
• Prepare for the Exam: While waiting for the scheduled exam date, use the time to prepare and study using relevant materials, practice tests, and resources to ensure you are well prepared for the exam. It’s important to check the latest information on the PMI website or contact PMI directly for the latest instructions and guidelines related to applying for the PMP certification exam.

We work according to the sixth edition of the PMBOK, but at the same time, we combine principles of the agile approach from the seventh edition of the PMBOK. Additionally, our lecturer, a former member of the PMI Croatia executive board, continuously follows the latest information and trends in project management and prepares participants for the PMP certification exam.