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Here is the need to know in deciding to pursue getting the PMP® Certification

WHAT

The PMP® certification is managed by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and reflects PMI’s project management processes as published in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) Guide. The PMBOK® Guide is an internationally recognized standard (IEEE Std 1490-2003) which outlines project management fundamentals; and is applicable to a wide range of industries. Since 1984, the PMP certification has become one of the most sought after internationally recognized management credentials available.

The PMP® certification is a globally recognized credential, and individuals are encouraged to remain active via PMI’s Continuing Certification Requirements (CCRs). Only individuals who maintain active PMP® credentials may refer to themselves as Project Management Professionals. Individuals do not need to be a member of PMI to earn a PMP credential.

WHY

The PMP® delivers value far into your career. CIO magazine ranked the PMP as the top project management certification because it proves you have the specific skills and experience employers seek. Certified PMPs report earning up to 25% more than non-certified project management professionals.

WHO

The PMP® is for anyone working in a project-based work setting. PMI predicts the future of work in most industries will be project-based efforts. Further, PMI sees a chronic shortfall of project management professionals extending through 2030. The reason the PMP® is valued by employers is because it provides a common language and understanding of the elements leading to successful progress and profitability.

WHERE

The PMP® is one of the most transportable certifications in terms of job mobility. Increasingly the recognition is a successful project manager can move among various industries and deliver success.

HOW

  • Attend the PMK Academy certified Project Management Education course to meet the 35 contact hours requirements.

  • Your PMK Academy instructors will work with you in preparing the application form.

  • The following are the minimum requirements in attaining the PMP certification:

    • 4500 hours (36 months) of project-based experience for individuals with a four-year degree or global equivalent.
    • 7500 hours (60 months) of project-based experience for individuals without a secondary degree (high school, associates degree, or global equivalent).
    • Project Management Education: 35 contact hours of formal education.
    • Complete the application and pay the fees.
    • Ethics: Agree to PMI’s Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
    • Pass the PMP® Exam.

    For detailed credentialing information, click here to download PMI’s PMP Credential Handbook.

PMP® Exam Format

The PMP exam is designed to objectively assess and measure project management knowledge. Concepts covered in the PMP exam are directly derived from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) Guide. The PMBOK® Guide is an internationally recognized standard (IEEE Std 1490-2003) which outlines project management fundamentals; and is applicable to a wide range of industries.

  • There are 180 total multiple choice questions which make up the PMP® exam

  • Individuals have three hours and fifty minutes to complete the exam

  • Only correct answers count, and a passing score is determined by “sound psychometric analysis”. This scoring method indicates that scores reflect the difficulty of the questions answered. As such, PMI does not identify a precise “score” needed to pass the exam.

  • The PMP® Exam is available online with results shown immediately following the exam Take the PMP Exam Online