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PMP Certification: Unit 1

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PMP Certification: Unit 1

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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Beginner level

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3 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

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What you'll learn

Differentiate between various project life cycles, including predictive and agile.
Gain foundational knowledge of project management concepts from the PMBOK Guide.
Develop strategies to effectively tackle ambiguous exam questions.
Master the PMP exam application process and understand eligibility requirements.

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This course offers an in-depth exploration of essential project management concepts and equips you with the skills needed to navigate the complexities of the PMP exam. Begin with understanding the eligibility criteria and mastering the application process, then delve into the exam's format and develop strategies to tackle its challenging questions. Our expert instructors will guide you through foundational project management principles from the PMBOK Guide, version six, covering project definitions, life cycles, and the impact of enterprise environmental factors. By the end of this course, you'll not only be ready to excel in the PMP exam but also gain a robust understanding of the PMI framework and standards, setting you on a path to project management excellence.

This module prepares participants for the PMP exam by covering eligibility, application processes, and exam strategies. The first lesson focuses on understanding the exam format and developing techniques to tackle ambiguous questions effectively. The second lesson introduces foundational project management concepts from the PMBOK Guide, version six, including defining projects, understanding progressive elaboration, and the impact of enterprise environmental factors. Participants will also explore various project life cycles, such as iterative, incremental, predictive, and agile, learning to differentiate between them. This module equips learners with essential knowledge of the PMI framework and standards for exam success.

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25 videos1 assignment

25 videos Total 172 minutes

Introduction of Lesson 1 minute
Class Overview 7 minutes
Understanding Common Reasons for Failing the PMP® exam 5 minutes
Completing the PMP® Application 5 minutes
Choosing Where to Take the Exam 4 minutes
Learning the PMP® Exam Content 7 minutes
Types of Exam Questions 4 minutes
Taking the PMP® Exam - Tips and Pointers 10 minutes
Learning Objectives 2 minutes
Defining a Project 11 minutes
Defining Project Management 6 minutes
Projects vs. Operations 2 minutes
Programs and Portfolios 4 minutes
Project Management Office (PMO) 4 minutes
Project Management Office (PMO) V2 4 minutes
Talent Triangle and the Three Domains 8 minutes
Talent Triangle and the Three Domains v2 8 minutes
Life Cycles 11 minutes
Development Life Cycles 14 minutes
Agile Life Cycle and Agile Manifesto 13 minutes
Project Constraints 8 minutes
Structures of Organizations 7 minutes
Enterprise Environmental Factors (EEFs) and Organizational Process Assets (OPAs) 12 minutes
Roles on a Project 12 minutes
Introduction to the PMBOK® Guide - Sixth Edition 5 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Learning Foundational Concepts Quiz 30 minutes

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PMP Certification: Unit 1

PMP Certification: Unit 1

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Details to know

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Build your subject-matter expertise

There is 1 module in this course