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PMP® Exam Online Training Options

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Rita Mulcahy’s PMP® Exam Online Training and Preparation

Preparing for the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam can be time consuming and stressful, especially when you’re already busy with work and day-to-day life.  It may be impossible to carve out several days from your schedule to study using a more structured PMP exam online training prep course. And honestly, you may simply prefer to learn at your own pace, as time permits. Unlike our live, virtual PMP certification training online courses, you won’t need to attend classes at specific times. Instead, you can study whenever you want, so you have ultimate control.

When you make the decision to take the PMP, Rita Mulcahy’s study materials have helped people successfully pass the exam for over 30 years. We have options that offer flexibility to study for the PMP exam without sacrificing rigor.  PMP online training options that allow for self-paced study from home may be an optimal way for you to learn and retain new information, under less pressure. That’s why we offer cloud-based subscriptions designed to teach you what it takes to pass PMI’s PMP exam on your first try.

So, what exactly is a cloud-subscription and what digital self-study options does RMC offer? Let’s take a closer look.

PMP Exam Online Cloud Subscriptions

If you’ve thought about enrolling in a PMP course, but you’d prefer to move through the material on your own, taking as much or as little time as you need, RMC’s cloud subscription products are a good option for you. Our PMP online training gives you secure web browser access to study using flexible time-based subscriptions.  Purchase only what you need for the time frame you plan to study.  You can choose from a 12-month or 6-month cloud subscriptions to fully prepare for the PMP exam. RMC’s cloud subscription gives you 24/7 access via desk top, lap top or tablet.

Rita’s PMP Exam Prep Online Cloud Subscription Book

The PMP Exam Prep online training using RMC’s Cloud Subscription gives you the online version of Rita Mulcahy’s™ PMP® Exam Prep book designed for passing the PMP exam. This unique Course in a Book is one of the only PMP prep books on the market.  The book ensures you will optimize study time to pass the PMP. The material has been fully updated, and you can study the same content that’s in the paperback version with the added convenience of an online format.  The book also includes:

  • Hundreds of sample questions, thought-provoking exercises and exclusive time-saving tips to help you pass the PMP exam on your first try.
  • Tricks of the Trade® for passing the exam that help you identify gaps in your knowledge, so you can focus on what you need to know in order to become certified.
  • Accelerated learning methods teach you valuable skills and practical techniques to help you learn more in less time.
  • Predictive project management, agile and hybrid agile content.

PMP Exam Prep Online Exam Simulator

Why be surprised when you take the actual PMP exam? Don’t be! Identify your gaps before the exam finds them for you. Exam simulation is a perfect PMP online training tool that allows you to test your knowledge and get comfortable answering realistic exam questions. Practice using randomized and full time-based exams.

A true simulator lets you experience as closely as possible what it’s like to take the real PMP exam.  RMC offers access to multiple, completely randomized 180-question timed-tests as on the exam.  You can also select study modes to take focused exams by Domain, Process Group, Knowledge Area or Keyword. If you haven’t experienced exam simulation, now is the time to give it a try using our free demo.  FASTrack simulator also includes:

  • Robust reports that help you focus study on weak areas.
  • Ability to you start study on one device and continue on another.
  • A test environment with the features and capabilities that replicate the PMP® test environment.
  • 2,200+ questions, unlimited 230-minute exams of 180 questions, and explanations for all questions.
  • Plus, questions are all cross-referenced with Rita Mulcahy’s PMP Exam Prep digital book.

PMP Exam Prep Cloud Flashcards

Finally, there’s RMC’s Hot Topics flash cards. Flashcards are a tried and true study option that helps you study and recall the most important concepts and difficult terms on the PMP test. Our flashcards are arranged in a question and answer format by topic area with more than 15 cards per topic. Completely mobile, these flashcards supply over 360 questions and answers to test your knowledge and find your gaps.

PMP Exam Prep System

Another PMP Exam online training option is the PMP Exam Prep System.  The system combines the power of all three products: Rita Mulcahy’s time-tested and proven exam prep book, exam simulator and flashcards in a cloud subscription format.

Start by studying the book thoroughly.  Don’t worry, it’s written to be read like a standard learning text, not a reference manual.

Then, when you’re ready, take a baseline exam in the online exam simulator and focus your study from that point using the detailed exam results.  These results have brief explanations of why you may have answered particular questions incorrectly, plus they are cross-referenced with the online book pages so you can easily find detailed information.  Use the download sheet provided in the exam simulator as a guide to focus your book study on your weak areas and then reinforce the concepts with the Hot Topics flashcards.

After your focused study, take short topic-based or keyword-based tests in the simulator to verify your progress.  When ready, take another full 4-hour, 200 question exam and see how confident you are to sit for the real thing!

If you take this prep approach, you’ll find you have the additional confidence to successfully pass the PMP exam.

Have Questions? Contact Us to Learn More

RMC’s has been helping people prep for the PMP exam since 1991. We designed our online cloud subscriptions to give you the tools and knowledge you need to confidently take the PMP exam. Once you pass the test and get your certification, experience the benefits of the being a certified Project Management Professional! Feel free to contact us anytime for guidance and support.

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Rita’s PMP® Exam Prep – New Upgraded Tenth Edition

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RMC Learning Solutions has combined its best-selling PMP® exam preparation book with our number-one exam simulation software to create a new upgraded PMP® exam preparation product that combines the best features of both to help you pass the PMP exam.

PMP® Exam Prep Upgraded

  1. What is the PMP Exam Prep, Tenth Edition – Upgraded?
  2. How is the PMP Exam Prep, Tenth Edition – Upgraded Different?
  3. Rita’s Exam Prep Reach
  4. The Ongoing Problem of Infringement

What is the PMP Exam Prep, Tenth Edition-Upgraded?

PMP® Exam Prep, Tenth Edition — Upgraded  is FULLY updated to reflect PMI’s changes to the PMP® Examination Content Outline (2021).  It is intended for the current PMP® exam and will continue to be relevant throughout 2022.  This Upgraded Edition of our best-selling book now includes a license to the new PM FASTrack® – PMP® Exam Simulator – Version 10 Basic subscription.  PM FASTrack® Basic includes all the great features of our full online exam simulator.

Our book continues to offer the content and techniques you expect to help you pass the PMP® exam on our first try. You’ll find hundreds of sample questions and thought-provoking exercises along with critical time-saving tips. Rita’s Course in a BookTM will teach you Tricks of the Trade for passing the exam and help identify gaps in your knowledge with content developed exclusively by RMC. Busy project managers can optimize study time and focus on what matters to become certified.

How is the PMP Exam Prep, Tenth Edition-Upgraded Different?

Our prep book is now supplemented by our new exam simulator that gives you access to multiple focused tests.  These tests are designed to be taken after completing study of a specific topic from the book: Knowledge on a topic can be tested by answering the questions at the end of the chapter and taking the focused test in FASTrack®. After completing focused tests, the student then takes the full, 180-question exam simulation to determine whether they are ready for the exam.

The PMP® Exam Prep, Tenth Edition – Upgraded contains the following features:

  • Exam Simulation digital access to exam prep questions from our 2200 + question database including:
    • 8 focused online exams with questions and answers
    • 1 complete 180-question PMP® exam simulation
  • Agile, hybrid agile and predictive project management content covered on the exam
  • Exclusive study techniques to help you focus on what you really need to know pass the exam

A straightforward approach to complex material and includes more than 400 exercises and practice questions in the book

Rita’s Exam Prep Reach

The philosophy behind all these products is to give learners multiple pathways to preparing for the PMP® exam. The method works and continues to be effective; however, we have come to realize that there are some students who may need more than just the book to prepare for the exam but do not wish to purchase the complete RMC system.  For these students we created the PMP® Exam Prep, Tenth Edition – Upgraded.  Now, for the price of the book, students are given an added resource to help them to pass the PMP® exam.  It’s an exciting addition to our lineup of products for students who wanted something in between.

We also recognize that PMP® candidates are getting younger.  These students are more comfortable with online content and have come to expect some online learning as part of their test preparation experience.  PMP® Exam Prep, Tenth Edition – Upgraded is designed for these students.

For more than 25 years, Rita Mulcahy’s® PMP® Exam Prep book has been helping project managers all over the world pass the PMP® exam.  To complement the book, RMC published its exam simulation software and then the Hot Topics flash cards, creating an integrated system (“The System”) to pass the PMP® exam.  The System was supplemented by an audio book.  These products are effective and (along with our PMP® Exam Prep eLearning course) provide a comprehensive approach to preparing for the PMP® exam for those students wishing to self-study for the exam.

The Ongoing Problem of Infringement

One of the problems of having the number-one best-selling PMP® Exam Prep book in the world is the fact that infringement and illegal copying is a comprehensive problem.  Our book is sold all over the world.  It is also illegally copied all over the world.  We see print copies that have typos, pages that stick together, duplicated paragraphs or they simply fall apart when opened.

We aim to bring a quality product to our students, so this is not acceptable to us. Currently the only way to purchase a genuine copy of Rita’s PMP® Exam Prep, Tenth Edition is to buy it directly from us or from the Amazon store (not a third-party seller on Amazon).

RMC Helps You Prepare for the PMP

Rita’s PMP® Exam Prep, Tenth Edition is still the premier exam preparation book in the industry.  This is borne-out by pass rates and feedback we receive from our students.  PM FASTrack® is still the best exam simulator in the industry.  It is continuously updated with new questions, including questions relating to concepts contained in PMBOK® Guide―Seventh Edition, and questions in PMI’s new question formats.

RMC’s PMP® Exam Prep System combines the power of our book, exam simulator and flashcards. Our PMP® Exam Prep, Tenth Edition audiobook provides an alternative to the printed book to improve the convenience of your exam preparation experience. RMC’s PMP® exam prep virtual instructor-led classes and eLearning course still represent some of the best ways to prepare for and pass the PMP® exam.  And now, joining these products is our PMP® Exam Prep, Tenth Edition — Upgraded.

Contact us today if you have further questions about the PMP® exam or to explore which exam prep option is best for you.

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PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition & PMP® Exam Changes

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The Project Management Institute (PMI) has released the PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition (Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge.  How does this impact your PMP® exam  preparation?  Let’s cover what you can expect based on PMI’s recent announcement so you can plan accordingly.

Most importantly, the PMP® Exam WILL NOT CHANGE in January 2022 due to the release of PMBOK® Guide–Seventh Edition, according to PMI.  The PMP® exam will continue to be based on the current Exam Content Outline (ECO).

The PMP® exam undergoes changes as part of a of a continuous improvement process.  PMBOK Guide–Sixth Edition is still relevant to the current PMP exam. Elements from PMBOK Guide 7th Edition may be incorporated as part of PMI’s continuous improvement process in the future, but the primary basis for the exam remains the current ECO.

RMC’s current materials are modeled on the existing ECO and because of this RMC is not releasing a new edition of Rita’s Exam Prep book or RMC’s exam materials. We do continuously improve our prep materials and delivery on a regular basis.

PMBOK Guide 7th Edition Changes

  1. PMI’s PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition Updates
  2. PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition and RMC’s Exam Prep Materials
  3. How Does PMBOK Guide 7th Edition Impact the CAPM® Exam?
  4. PMP Exam and Agile Methods

PMI’s PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition Updates

PMI has provided several updates that tell us what to expect with the release of the PMBOK Guide 7th edition.

July 2021:

  • The PMP exam is based on the PMP® Certification Exam Content Outline (ECO), not the PMBOK® Guide or other reference books. The Exam Content Outline summarizes the research conducted to create the PMP® exam and includes the most critical tasks required for project managers to master their role.
  • The current Exam Content Outline (ECO), dated January 2021, was designed to stay relevant for the foreseeable future, and PMI will give advance notice to the public before a new ECO and corresponding exam are launched.
  • PMBOK Guide 7th Edition will now be a reference to inform the development of the exam items. However, before any validated exam item is added to the exam, there is a rigorous and thorough review and field test cycle.  This process takes several months.
  • Key learnings and concepts from the PMBOK Guide–Sixth Edition remain valued and are referenced in sections of the guide (presumably referring to the Seventh Edition).
  • The PMBOK Guide is one of numerous potential inputs into preparing for the exam – and is listed as a reference – but is not a test-preparation tool.
  • The PMP exam is created based on the Exam Content Outline and uses many sources for question development.
  • More details are available from the PMBOK Guide FAQs updated in July 2021.

PMBOK Guide 7th Edition and RMC’s Exam Prep Materials

With the release of the PMBOK Guide 7th Edition, PMI announced it would be used as a reference to “inform the development of exam items.” Unlike previous versions of the PMBOK Guide®, the Seventh Edition is not creating sweeping changes to the exam itself.

The earlier versions of the PMBOK Guide showed changes to best practices in the field of project management.  That is not the case with PMBOK Guide 7th, which focuses more on outcomes than practices.  Those earlier versions of the PMBOK Guide often involved changes in terminology and processes, requiring wholesale changes to the exam and exam preparation materials. This is no longer the case.

Now, PMI says it will be changing the exam gradually over time.  This makes sense.  The old way PMI made changes gave the impression that knowledge gained under the prior editions of the PMBOK Guide was no longer relevant, requiring complete changes in the way project management is done.  The incremental approach is more consistent with the way project management practices change over time.

RMC’s current materials are modeled on the existing ECO and are therefore relevant to the PMP® exam as it is structured today.

How Does PMBOK Guide 7th Edition Impact the CAPM?

The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® exam will change in January 2023 although PMI has only released limited information about it. We continue to keep in touch with PMI and other sources and will update this post as new information about the CAPM® exam becomes available. According to PMI, the CAPM® will follow the PMBOK® Guide―Sixth Edition, specifically:

  • The current CAPM® exam will continue to be based on the Sixth Edition as dictated by the Exam Content Outline for the CAPM examination.
  • The Sixth Edition is a test preparation tool that candidates may leverage to prepare for the CAPM exam. (PMBOK Guide FAQs, Updated March 2021)
  • The current CAPM® exam is based on the PMBOK® Guide – Sixth Edition. Continue using RMC’s CAPM® materials for your test preparation.
  • Further information is outlined in the PMBOK Guide FAQs, Updated July 2021.

PMP and Agile Methods

Please be aware that our exam prep materials assume a basic familiarity with agile and predictive project management. But, RMC has many ways for students to build a foundation in agile methods as part of their exam prep.

RMC offers several Agile Fundamentals tools if you want to learn the basics of agile as part of your test preparation process.  If you are looking for a class, consider our Agile Fundamentals Instructor-Led Virtual course.  You can also purchase Rita’s PMP® Exam Prep book or system with the Agile Fundamentals book.

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RMC is Here to Help You Prepare

The PMP® Exam Prep, Tenth Edition is still the premier exam preparation book in the industry.  This is borne-out by pass rates and feedback we receive from our students.  PM FASTrack® is still the best exam simulator in the industry.  It is continuously updated with new questions, including questions relating to concepts contained in PMBOK® Guide―Seventh Edition and questions in PMI’s new question formats.

RMC’s PMP® Exam Prep System combines the power of our book, exam simulator and flashcards. Our PMP® Exam Prep, Tenth Edition audiobook provides an alternative to the printed book to improve the convenience of your exam preparation experience. RMC’s PMP® exam prep virtual instructor-led classes and eLearning course still represent some of the best ways to prepare for and pass the PMP® exam.

Contact us today if you have further questions about the PMP® exam or to explore which exam prep option is best for you.

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PMP Exam Prep Checklist

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Taking the PMP exam can be stressful. That’s why we have created to sample checklist for you to review as you get ready for your exam.  It is a chronological approach that helps describe what should you be thinking about when.  This will help you to organize your “Passing the PMP Exam” project more smoothly.

Our PMP Exam Checklist

  1. How to Study for the PMP Exam
  2. The Night Before the Exam
  3. Day of the PMP Exam
  4. Before the Beginning of the Exam
  5. During the PMP Exam
  6. Some Key PMI-isms

How to Study for the PMP Exam

  • Review the PMI-isms in the PMP® Exam Prep book, and understand how they apply to the best project management practices.
  • Study the suggestions for taking the exam in the PMP® Exam Prep book.
  • Review the material three times (follow the rule of three).
  • Develop good study habits.
  • Form a study group of people taking the test at about the same time as you are.
  • Set a date for taking the exam with the testing provider, basing the date on a realistic schedule.
  • Set time each day to spend studying; you cannot retain information crammed into a single-day, eight-hour session.
  • Study in more depth the areas you feel uncomfortable with but be careful not to over-study; you should not need more than 40 hours of study time after taking RMC’s PMP Exam Prep class.
  • Use the PMP® Exam Prep book to learn, Hot Topics to keep the material fresh, and PM FASTrack® Cloud to verify you understand the material and to find your gaps.
  • Develop a test-taking strategy, practice it, refine it, and then use it.
  • Practice concentrating on the question on the screen only.
  • Take a four-hour practice test in a “controlled” situation (as if you were in the test center, i.e., no refrigerator runs, etc.).

The Night Before the Exam

  • Visualize the entire process from beginning to the successful conclusion.
  • Gather everything you need for the next day so it is all ready and you will not need to worry about it in the morning.
  • Go to bed; if you are restless, stay there and rest. Do not stress out over the lack of sleep. Get extra sleep in the few nights before the test. Normally you need a minimum of six hours of sleep to feel alert.

Day of the PMP Exam

  • Start with a moderate breakfast and try to avoid caffeine.
  • If you are going to a test center, be on time, not too early or too late.  If you are taking the exam online, you will want to log in early to make sure you don’t have any technical issues.
  • NO frantic reviews—remember, you know the material.
  • Distract yourself by reading a magazine, newspaper, or book.

Before Beginning the PMP Exam

  • Find a location that is away from distractions and has good lighting.
  • Practice deep breathing.
  • Do your download sheet.
  • Ask any questions you have so you are not distracted during the test.
  • Bring an aggressive but realistic attitude to the test.
  • Remind
  • Remind yourself to budget your time by using the Mark for Review button. For each of the three 60-question exam sections, you should  give yourself 76 minutes. Using about 1 minute per question as you have practiced will allow you 16 minutes to check the questions you have marked.

During the PMP Exam

  • Focus on the test. All the things you need are on the download sheet. If you encounter some hard questions, easier ones are coming.
  • Focus on one question at a time, totally concentrating on the one on the screen in front of you. You can go back to the others later.
  • Figure out the topic for each question, to put it in the proper perspective.
  • Remember the three-pass rule. Do not spend too much time on a question on the first pass; instead, mark it and move on.
  • Be sure to use the two 10-minute breaks allowed between exam sections.  Get up, stretch and leave the room for a few minutes.  Just be sure to be back in your seat before the 10 minutes are up.
  • If the test feels more difficult than you anticipated, focus on just doing your best.
  • There WILL be questions you cannot answer; expect it and move on.
  • Do not change answers without PROOF you made a mistake. Between 70 and 80 percent of the time, your first “gut feel” is correct.
  • Avoid worrying about time. I know this is hard with the stupid clock in the upper right-hand corner ticking away, but try to focus on the question, not the clock.
  • If you become anxious, visualize a calm, soothing scene, or better yet, visualize seeing “you passed” on the screen.
  • As you begin to reread, or if you find it difficult to concentrate, practice relaxation and stretching techniques. . Remember if you take the test remotely, your movements should be limited.
  • Have energy snacks available outside of your testing area to eat during your breaks. Be sure to eat them BEFORE you get tired. It takes time for them to work, so do not wait until the second break if you’re concerned about your energy.
  • Think of the test as a game. Do your best.

Some Key PMI-isms

  • Memorization is not the key; understanding is.
  • Identify and fill gaps using the PMP® Exam Prep book and PM FASTrack®.
  • You do not “figure it out as you go.” You plan ahead and make it happen correctly, according to the plan.
  • You must have metrics to know where you are and how far you are from the plan.
  • Ensure changes go through a process to make sure only approved changes make it into the plan.
  • Use control limits and refine them as needed.
  • Search for the root causes of problems.
  • Check your work as you go. Do not wait until the end.

You’ve Got This!  RMC is Here to Help

Developing a PMP Exam prep checklist will help you feel more confident and less stressed about taking the PMP exam. Another great tool to help you prepare is Rita’s Process Chart game which is a fun, interactive way to study the process groups.  You can also check out our latest Taking the PMP exam webinar.  If you are still deciding whether to take the test online or in person, learn more about each option.  If you have further questions, feel free to contact us to get more information.

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New Webinar for Project Management Professionals | RMC Learning Solutions

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Webinar – Taking the PMP® Exam: What You Need to Know

The PMP® certification exam changed significantly on January 2, 2021. If you are looking to become a certified project manager, you won’t want to miss this webinar.

Join us for information on preparing for the PMP® exam, the changes in the new exam, our recommended strategy to certification, and more. In this one-hour webinar we will answer the top questions professionals need to know when it comes to preparing for the PMP® exam:

  • Is the PMP® right for me?
  • What does the NEW PMP® Exam Content Outline include?
  • Why the changes?
  • What’s the latest information on new question types, exam length and breaks?
  • Should I take the new Online Proctored Exam option?

Thursday, February 4, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 PM Central Time

RESERVE YOUR SEAT TODAY!

 

Interested in Other Project Management Webinars?

If you are interested in other webinar topics from RMC Learning Solutions, we’ve got you covered.  Simply check out our previous project management webinars.

 

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Qualifying for Taking the PMP Exam

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PMP Exam Qualifications

Do you want to get your PMP® certification to take your project management career to the next level? You need to take and pass the PMP exam. And, to be totally prepared to pass the PMP, consider RMC’s time-tested and proven training materials. 

However, before you can even sign up to take this exam, you need to meet certain qualifications. Below is a short guide to the qualifications that need to be met before you can take the PMP® exam and get your certification. 

Eligibility

To qualify to take the PMP® Exam, you must have a secondary degree, along with 36 months of leading and directing projects, and 35 hours of project management education. 

Alternatively, you can show that you have a four-year degree, along with 60 months of leading and directing projects, or a current CAPM Certification, and 35 hours of project management education.

You also qualify if you have a bachelor’s or post-graduate degree from an accredited GAC program, along with 24 months of professional project management experience, leading and directing projects.  You’ll also need the 35 hours of project management education.

Note: The number of months for the Experience section must total at least 60 months, and the project dates must indicate those months of project management experience within the eight-year period prior to the application.

Forward Thinking

You will need to have a registered account on PMI’s website. From there, you will be able to find the online application form for the PMP® certification under the section titled “myPMI.”

PMI requires that you provide detailed records of all of the projects that you have handled during the required project experience period, and each of them should be documented separately. You will need to calculate the time spent on the different project management process groups, and provide a detailed description of your role in the projects. 

Note: In preparation of an audit, it is always a good idea to ask consent from your place of employment to list projects, roles, and time spent before you discuss them on your application.

Required Contact Hours

For the required 35 contact hours, make sure you train with an experienced project management training company that gives a certificate of completion for your training. And it is important to make sure that the training is aligned to the current Exam Content Outline. For further details about the exam content outline, visit PMI’s website.

At RMC, we offer a variety of training modes and study materials to prepare professionals for the PMP® Exam, as well as to earn the required 35 contact hours. Check out our  virtual live class schedule, or our PMP eLearning course to get started.

Note: The current PMP® exam is changing in January 2, 2021 and it will align with a new content outline. To learn more about the expected changes, click here. RMC is working hard to make the required changes to our self-study products and exam prep classes. We’ll ensure they’ll align with the new PMP® Exam Content Outline. However, our best advice to aspiring PMPs is to plan to study and take the exam before the exam change.

Considerations

Keep in mind that just because you qualify on paper to take the exam does not mean you will be able to pass it. You must know project management and have experience applying it—this includes both managing and leading projects.

To prepare, consider taking PMI’s CAPM® exam to receive the CAPM® certification if you do not meet the requirements for the PMP® Exam at this time. 

CAPM® test takers are required to have a high school diploma and 23 hours of project management education to qualify for the CAPM® exam.

You can read more about eligibility and requirements for the CAPM® Exam in our post How to Use Rita Mulcahy’s Exam Prep Products for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) Exam.

Certification: Taking a Major Step in Your Career

With the right preparation, you can qualifying for the PMP certification to differentiate you from other project managers. So, what are you waiting for? RMC can help you at every step, and you can start by browsing through our course offerings to learn more. 

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Should I Take the PMP® Exam in 2020 or Wait Until 2021?

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Taking the PMP® Exam in 2020 or 2021?

As you know, PMI is changing the PMP Exam as of January 2, 2021.  We know you are trying to figure out which option is best for you in the time that remains — or if you have already made your decision — to help shake off any worries you may have on your journey to certification.

Why Take the Current PMP Exam in 2020?

If you have the qualifications to sit for the exam now, why wait?  If you are confident in your preparation, you should leverage your knowledge and take it now.  You can schedule to take the exam online or in person.  However, if you are not ready or struggling to achieve your goal before the exam changes in January, but still want to take the exam before it changes, consider a virtual class with an experienced instructor.

You know the benefits of becoming a PMP.  If you didn’t, you wouldn’t be considering it.  Getting the benefit of being PMP-certified will get you those benefits that much sooner.  Having the PMP now, could help you further demonstrate your value in your current position. It could also help you secure a new job in this uncertain economic climate.

The current PMP Exam is a well-known. Exam parameters, question style, and virtually everything else about the current exam is known and documented. We have it figured out. The current exam content outline has been in place for several years.  We understand the level of difficulty and what it takes to pass.  On the contrary, we are still getting to know the 2021 exam and its level of difficulty.   This uncertainty can increase the areas you’ll need to understand and study.

Although the passing score of the current exam is not published, it is a well-established, consistent figure and it will not change before the end of 2020.

Therefore, if you qualify to sit for the exam, are executing on your study plan and have your education hours, getting your cert in 2020 is still your best option!

Why Take the NEW PMP Exam in 2021?

The PMP Exam is not trivial.  It requires disciplined study and 35 training contact hours.  Don’t try to jam it in this year if you don’t have the time or you need to take additional classes to get your contact hours.

If you don’t have the required experience hours for your application right now, you should probably plan for the new exam.  Get the new book and start studying now!  You can learn new skills and become a better project manager to impact your work today.

If you are experienced in Agile or Hybrid, it will help with 50% of exam questions in the new 2021 exam.  Remember, study will still be required — particularly if you don’t have plan-driven project experience which remains a significant part of the PMP exam.

You may have more options to take the exam in a testing center in 2021.  We suspect pandemic conditions will improve in 2021, allowing for more testing center options to open.  Also, many testers find the online proctored exam environment is much more restrictive than in-person testing centers.

What is My Best Option Right Now?

The best plan for most of us right now is to try to get the exam in and get certified in 2020.  Either way, you need time to study.  Be sure to honestly assess your time available to study and your overall readiness.

No matter which choice you make, RMC can help.

RMC’s Exam Support and Guidance

If you choose to take the 2020 exam, and you are using our 9th Edition products or eLearning,  that’s great; however if, for some reason, you find you can’t take the exam in 2020,  we offer free or discounted upgrades to 10th Edition products for the new 2021 PMP exam.  For students in our 9th Edition instructor-led courses, who fail the exam in 2020, you qualify for our class guarantee (subject to guarantee provisions).

Want to speak with someone directly?  Our customer service staff can help advise you. Please contact RMC at 952-846-4484 or info@rmcls.com with any questions.  You can also register for one of our PMP Exam free monthly webinars.

Sources: https://www.pmi.org/certifications/types/project-management-pmp

 

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Taking the PMP® Exam Online Versus Test In Person

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Taking the PMP® Exam Online or In Person

You’ve made the decision to take the PMP exam. Now you need to consider whether to take the test online or in person. Understanding the pros and the cons of each option will help you select which is best for you. You can always find the latest on the PMP exam here. As you consider your course of action, let’s start by describing what it looks like to take the PMP exam online.

What Does Online Proctoring Really Mean?

Taking the test online is a relatively new option. You should become familiar with how an online exam is executed. To take the PMP exam online, you need a quiet, private space. You should plan on having NO interruptions from colleagues, family, or pets.

No one is allowed in the room while you are taking your online test. The proctor will invalidate your exam if you are moving around or there is a lot of noise during the test. Make sure you have a strong internet connection and use a reliable and fully charged laptop or desktop computer.

During the online check-in process, your proctor will verify your identity using a current government issued ID. You will be asked to take four photos of your work area to make sure your space is in compliance. You can check-in up to 30 minutes before the exam is scheduled to get settled in.

Compliance means no materials, books, notepads, pencils, pens or other writing instruments nearby. Other electronic devices such as phones and watches (including smartwatches) must be removed and shut off. You can expect the PMP test to last for four hours. Find a space where you will be comfortable. Remember, you cannot eat, drink, smoke, or chew gum during the exam. Plan accordingly.

What are Some the of the Online Test Features?

During the exam, you will have access to some online features. You may have the option during the exam to use ONVUE’s built- in digital whiteboard for note taking. Since you are not allowed to use physical scratch paper for note boards, you can use the white board for those purposes. You are able to practice using the online white board anytime. You’ll also have access to an on-screen calculator.

Choosing the Online PMP Exam

Taking the PMP exam online is a relatively new option. It is convenient to take your test from home, but it requires a preparation, no interruptions and a strong, reliable internet connection.

Let’s look at the Online Exam PROS:

  • Avoid the risks of COVID 19. If you are worried or are high risk, this is an important health consideration.
  • Flexible times and days of the week – 24/7. This gives you more test date options, domestically and internationally, than in person.
  • Test sooner. More dates are available online compared to in person. You are also less likely to experience date and venue changes.
  • No travel During COVID, limited test center availability could mean you have to drive farther away to take your exam.
  • Test in the comfort and familiarity of your home.

Online Exam CONS:

  • Potential inability to have a quiet space free of interruptions. This may create an added level of test anxiety.
  • Risk of not being compliant. Your movements are limited. You cannot talk, even to read a question out loud.
  • Issues with technology and connectivity.  Make sure you are familiar with the system requirements,  perform a system test and a strong internet connection.
  • Delays in proctor communication online.

Why Consider the Taking the PMP In Person

The PMP test has been offered in person for decades. The process of in-person testing is known and the experience is well-documented. However, in our current environment, it can be challenging to find an in person center to sit for your exam at the time you want.

In Person PROS:

  • Known rules, environment and protocols clearly laid out by the in person test center.
  • Test centers are available around the world.
  • Ability to provide accommodations. PMI regularly handles requests for PMP test accommodations. Contact the program directly to determine your next steps.
  • Ability to use center-provided writing materials, including an erasable note board.
  • You get a 10-minute break, same as the online test, after you complete and submit Part 1 of the exam. You can also take unscheduled bathroom breaks.

In Person CONS:

  • Extended wait time to schedule your test due to lack of availability. It may take more time to find a date that works for you. We recommend you check the Pearson Vue website daily, or several times per day, to see if new dates and times open up.
  • When scheduling the test, only a few in-person locations show in the search results. The test center uses distance to display information. Consider expanding your search to a wider radius from home, to find more in-person centers.
  • Cancellation uncertainty. There is the potential that your test date could get canceled or moved because of the COVID 19 environment.
  • In person testing requires you to wear a mask the entire time, including during the test.
  • Potential exposure to COVID 19. Test centers have detailed information on their procedures.

Can I Change my PMP Exam from Online to a In Person?

You can change your test option even after you have registered to take the PMP test. To change your PMP exam from online to in person, you need to cancel your online appointment. You will receive a refund for the class. You must pay for and schedule a new exam. The same is true if you change your test from in person to online.

When changing your online class to in person, you may not find the same date you originally schedule. Dates and locations may also be limited. A word of caution: Don’t cancel your online or in-person appointment until you find a date that is a suitable replacement.

Up Next, It’s About Preparing for the Exam

Once you get your exam date schedule, you can focus on studying for the exam. To prepare for the PMP® exam, check out RMC’s training options for self-study, instructor-led virtual training, classroom training and eLearning courses.

RMC provides the most effective and innovative project management training available. we focus on teaching valuable, real-world skills and practical techniques to help you learn more in less time. Good luck!

 

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What to Expect from Your RMC PMP Exam Prep Course

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RMC PMP Exam Prep Course

When you’re ready to become a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), RMC will be there to help you with our proven PMP course. What’s it all about? Well, it’s geared towards preparing you for the challenging PMP certification exam so you can pass it on your first try.  What should you expect from this course? 

The Goal of RMC’s PMP Exam Course

Our PMP course is an accelerated program that’s packed with engaging material. It will allow you to prepare for the 200-question PMP exam that takes four hours to complete. We won’t lie, this is definitely an intense test, but we take a lot of the stress out of it.

How do we do that? By showing you exactly what you need to internalize in order to answer the multiple-choice questions with greater ease. It’s that simple.

Thanks to expert instruction and high-quality materials, you’ll be able to gain a greater understanding of complex project management topics in a shorter amount of time. Of course, it’s best if you also make the effort to study more on your own to reinforce what we teach you during the class. And taking practice exams is also a smart way to fully prepare yourself to pass the exam and become certified. The idea is to use our course as your foundation and guide.

What Makes Our PMP Exam Course Different?

There are a lot of study materials and courses out there, all geared towards helping you pass the PMP exam and advance your project management career. But our course is different.

We use a wide range of tools, such as case studies, games, and various exercises, to make it easier for you to actually understand and apply what you’re learning. This is not about merely memorizing facts. If you want to pass the PMP exam, you need to know how to apply concepts and processes in real-world situations. And we show you how to do just that by using the groundbreaking Rita Mulcahy method. 

Select Your Preferred Method of Learning

At RMC, we know that, when it comes to learning, you can’t take a one-size-fits-all approach. That’s why we offer a PMP exam prep course online and in person. Check out our virtual class schedule and our  live class schedule to see when a PMP course meets your needs. You’ll be able to receive expert guidance from an instructor in real-time. 

As an alternative, you can also purchase self-study materials and do it all on your own, or you can opt to take an eLearning course to follow your own schedule and work at your own pace. Discover what it takes to pass the PMP exam so you can take your career to new heights.  

Enroll Today and Get Your PMP Certification

A PMP certification, which is recognized all over the world, can open up opportunities for growth in the field of project management. But, first, you need to pass PMI’s tough exam. Take the stress out of learning what’s necessary to pass this test by using our proven, time tested PMP exam prep course. And get ready to take your exam confidence!  [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

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PMP® Exam Change 2021

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PMP® Exam Changes for 2021

Now is the time to get your PMP certification.  PMI® has announced that the PMP certification exam will change on January 2, 2021. This announcement gives you time to get your application submitted and to prepare to take the exam before the exam changes.  Stay current on the latest PMP exam information.

PMP 2021 Exam Content Outline – What’s New?

The exam change is prompted by the June 2019 release of a new PMP Exam Content Outline. The Exam Content Outline provides a basic description of the number of questions that will be on the PMP exam.  It also includes the number of domains and the percentage of questions within each domain.

A significant difference for the new exam is a change from five performance domains to just three domains. Those domains will include People, making up 42% of questions, Process with 50% of questions, and Business Environment at 8% of questions. It’s also worth noting that PMI has indicated about half the exam will represent predictive management approaches.  The other half of the exam will cover agile or hybrid approaches.

What Are the Content Outline and Exam Based On?

The content outline and exam are based on a role-delineation study of project managers.  This study is performed by PMI about every 4 years. Through this study, PMI gathers and analyzes data describing the role and work of project managers in the workplace. PMI then creates the Exam Content Outline.

The outline provides the foundation of the certification exam based on the results. It includes the percentage of questions by domain, the tasks of the project manager by domain, and the knowledge and skills associated with the project manager’s work. This is designed to keep the PMP exam consistent with the roles and responsibilities of project managers in the workplace.

Important Date to Remember

The PMP exam changes on January 2, 2021. RMC strives to provide early analysis of updates. Please visit our Exam Updates Page for the most current information we have concerning the upcoming content outline and exam changes!

You can also stay current on the exam changes by registering for one of our free webinars on Taking the PMP Exam: What You Need to Know.   Previous sessions are recorded if you cannot attend in person.

Last Content Outline Change

The last time PMI conducted a role delineation study that resulted in an exam change was 2015. At that time PMI estimated that approximately 25% of the exam content changed as the result of the study.

What Can I Do Between Now and 2021 to Get my PMP Certification?

To provide you with the most current exam preparation materials, RMC has analyzed the Exam Content Outline. RMC has fully updated our Rita Mulcahy’s PMP Exam Prep Products and our Exam Prep Courses to align with the 2021 PMP exam change.

However, there is still time to take the current exam. RMC provides the most effective and innovative project management training available. Using Accelerated Learning Theory, we focus on teaching valuable, real-world skills and practical techniques to help our students learn more in less time. Rita Mulcahy started RMC with the modest idea of helping people pass the PMP exam. Her best-selling book, PMP® Exam Prep, set an industry standard for training material.

Project managers meeting the PMP exam qualifications are strongly encouraged to get certified before the exam changes. We recommend using Rita’s Way™ to complete your study and taking the exam before the January 2021 exam change. Those needing help to prepare can find all our PMP test preparation materials, or call RMC’s customer service at 952-846-4484.

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