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PMP Certification Training Course

Comprehensive PMP® Certification Training for Guaranteed Exam Success

Ace your PMP® exam in the very first go with a learning path that ensures success 
Clear your exam with utmost confidence with our assured, tried, and tested program
Training aligned to the latest PMP Certification Exam Content Outline 

This program is offered in partnership with Knowledgehut by upGrad, a global leader in higher online education with 2 million learners across 100 countries worldwide. With the latest technology, pedagogy, industry partners and world-class faculty, upGrad creates immersive online learning experiences for learners globally.

Why should you go for the PMP certification?

The profession of project management has recently become one of the hottest jobs, not only in the tech market, but across industries. Demand for project managers is growing faster than demand for workers in other occupations and by 2027, 90 million individuals will need to be skilled in project-oriented roles.
 

The PMP certification can help you land lucrative roles in IT, manufacturing, finance, healthcare, and other exciting industries. With more than 1.2 million PMP certification holders worldwide, the median salary for PMP holders across the world is 16% higher (as high as 32% in the US) than what their non-certified peers earn. 

Tuition Fee and Training Options

Self-Paced Learning

$265

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24 Contact Hrs with On-Demand Course by Experts
15 Contact Hrs with Mentor-Led Study Plan
Premium Question Bank of 2,000+ Questions
5 PMP Simulation Exams, 5 Mock Tests, and More

Live Instructor-Led Training

$499

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35 Contact Hrs with Live Instructor-Led Training
24 Contact Hrs with On-Demand Course by Experts
15 Contact Hrs with Mentor-Led Study Plan
2,000+ Strong Question Bank, 5 Simulation Exams, 5 Mock Tests, and More!

Course Overview

Learning Objectives:

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Agile/Scrum Framework, Project Management Framework, and Fundamentals through our course. Dive into the PMP Process Groups and explore the revised PMP Exam Content Outline.

This module in our PMP curriculum also includes a lesson on Business Environment, which covers the essential concepts and business areas that are crucial to grasp before embarking on a project. It aligns with the “Business Environment” domain in the Exam Content Outline and supports learning in the “Business Acumen” aspect of the PMI Talent Triangle.

Topics:

Agile/Traditional Project Management Foundations 

  • Agile/Scrum Framework – From Agile Practice Guide 
  • Introduction to Project Management Fundamentals 
  • Project Management Framework 
  • Summary 
  • Assessment 

 Business Environment 

  • Aligning with Organizational Trends and Global Strategy 
  • Project benefits and business value 
  • Organizational Culture and Change Management 
  • Project Governance 
  • Project Compliance 
  • Summary 
  • Assessment 

Learning Objectives:

In this module, you will learn to define and discuss stakeholders and the most effective ways to communicate with them, explain the best ways to form a team, describe how to build the most effective understanding of a project and how doing so relates to executing a project successfully and explain how predictive and adaptive project life cycles work; explain what a hybrid development approach is.

Topics:

  • Identify and Engage Stakeholders 
  • Form the Team 
  • Build a Shared Understanding of the Project 
  • Project Approach 
  • Summary 
  • Assessment 

Learning Objectives:

In this module, you will learn about various aspects of project management, such as the significance of a project management plan and its role in ensuring project success. You will also be exploring scope planning in both predictive and adaptive projects, along with schedule planning and resource allocation considerations. This module also covers budgeting structures, risk management strategies, and the importance of quality in project outcomes.

In addition, you would also learn to integrate project management plans and tailor a change management approach. This will help you deliver on pre-defined project outcomes while being mindful of business objectives and ensuring that stakeholder expectations are met.

Topics:

  • Project Planning 
  • Scope and Schedule Management 
  • Cost and Quality Management 
  • Resource 
  • Procurement Management 
  • Integration 
  • Summary 
  • Assessment 

Learning Objectives:

Develop leadership skills and explore the guidelines behind it including discussions on leadership styles and the key components in a blended setting. This module also delves into artefacts and their strategic use in project management. Learn about empowered teams, their characteristics, and core functions.

Additionally, get to know more about strategies and forms of communication for seamless collaboration including the emphasis on training, coaching, and mentoring in team development. Lastly, understand conflict management, including the causes, levels, and potential outcomes of conflicts. With this knowledge and tools, you can excel as a leader.

Topics:

  • Craft Your Leadership Skills 
  • Create a Collaborative Project Team Environment 
  • Empower the Team 
  • Support Team Member Performance 
  • Communicate and Collaborate with Stakeholders 
  • Training, Coaching and Mentoring 
  • Manage Conflicts 
  • Summary 
  • Assessment 

Learning Objectives:

Explore different methods for implementing improvement in this module. Gain an understanding of various performance measurement approaches and compare these approaches with an emphasis on communication and accountability. In addition, identify various project implementation strategies and address any impediments that may arise. 

Finally, learn about various implementation methods used during a project. Gain practical knowledge and valuable insights to improve your project management skills and drive outcomes successfully.

Topics:

  • Implement On-Going Improvements 
  • Support Performance 
  • Evaluate Project Progress 
  • Manage Issues and Impediments 
  • Manage Changes 

Learning Objectives:

In this module, you will learn to define the reasons and activities related to the closure of a phase or a project, explain the benefits gained from a project or phase, and how they are managed, sustained, examine the reasons for knowledge transfers and how they relate to the closure of a phase or project.

 
Topics:
  • Project / Phase Closure 
  • Benefits Realization 
  • Knowledge Transfer 
  • Summary 
  • Assessment 

PMP Certification FAQs

The Project Management Institute (PMI®) offers the PMP®, or Project Management Professional certification for project managers. The most coveted and widely recognized professional qualification for project management is called Project Management Professional certification which is the gold standard in project management. 

Here are some benefits of getting PMP certified

  • It enhances the worth and authority of your resume and offers industry recognition
  • It helps you earn PDUs that help fulfil Continuous Credential Requirements or CCRs
  • It aids in learning and skill development
  • It enables you to earn a greater potential salary as a project manager
  • It offers chances to network and builds significant relationships
  • It validates your efforts and gives you a chance to show how dedicated you are 

The best way to achieve the PMP certification is by getting trained by an industry expert and following a meticulously structured approach to exam prep. With KnowledgeHut, you have a tried and tested learning path that’s guaranteed for PMP Exam success. Follow the learning path and study plan and prepare to pass your exam on the first attempt with the utmost confidence.

The entire content ranging from the on-demand PMP course by an industry expert, to the 5-week mentor-led study plan and the full-length simulator exams and PMP mock tests for practice have been developed thoroughly by KnowledgeHut experts in collaboration with industry veterans over the past decade factoring in feedback from the several thousands of workshops carried out to date. 

Your Path to PMP Exam Success with KnowledgeHut: 

  1. LEARN through Instructor-Led or Self-Paced Learning. Earn 35 PDUs. 
  2. STUDY with our Guaranteed PMP Exam Pass Study Plan, curated by our Program Director, Kevin Davis. This tried and tested study plan is mentor-led. Apply for your PMP exam only once your mentor is confident about your ability to attend and ace the exam. 
  3. PRACTICE with a Premium Question Bank of Over 2000+ Questions. 
  4. ASSESS yourself with unlimited attempts to 5 Mock Exams. Make the best of 5 mock test papers with unlimited access. 
  5. GET EXAM-READY with 5 Full-Length PMP Exam Simulations. 
  6. TAKE THE EXAM and ace it in the Very First Go! Congrats! You’re now an in-demand PMP-certified professional!

If you’re looking for step-wise instructions on how to apply to PMI for the PMP certification, all you need to do is follow the below 6-step process

  • Step 1: Register yourself at the official PMI website and submit the credentials for your profile.
  • Step 2: Attend the PMP certification training for 35 Hours by an Authorized Training Partner of PMI.
  • Step 3: While this step is an option, we recommend that you consider this. It is to Apply for PMI membership and avail special discounts while scheduling the exams.
  • Step 4: Within 90 days’ time of registration, fill out the online application and submit it. It normally takes 4-5 days for PMI to accept the application, for which you will get an intimation.
  • Step 5: You can pay the fees after the online application is accepted, and you can then move on to the final step.
  • Step 6: Once you and your KnowledgeHut mentor are fully confident of your PMP exam readiness, you can go ahead and schedule the exam at your nearest test center.

To be eligible for PMP certification, you will need to ensure that you meet any one of the following set of requirements:

Criteria 1:

  • 4-year degree
  • 36 months of experience leading projects within the past 8 years
  • 35 contact hours of project management education or training

OR 

Criteria 2:

  • High-school Diploma or Associates Degree
  • 60 months of experience leading projects within the past 8 years
  • 35 contact hours of project management education or training

The cost structure of PMP certification is aligned in the table below:

Membership Status Computer-based test Cost ($) Paper-based test Cost ($)
PMI Members $405 $250
Non-PMI Members $555 $400

Preparing for the PMP requires hard work and dedication. There are five best practices you can consider for Your PMP® Exam preparation, including taking up formal training from a Registered Education Provider (R.E.P) of PMI, often considered the best PMP training available. Review the PMP® Examination Content Outline, have a great study plan, review the latest edition of the PMBOK® Guide, and practice mock exams.

There is no uniform prescribed time to prepare for the PMP exam. Typically, the time varies from a few weeks to a few months depending on your existing expertise and experience regarding project management. Enrolling in a comprehensive PMP course can also significantly impact your preparation timeline and ensure you cover all the necessary topics effectively.

PMP is a close book exam. You cannot refer to any study material during your examination.

No two candidates get the same set of questions. As a result, there is no fixed score to clear the exam.

To crack the PMP exam, you need to answer questions from these 3 domains:

  • People (42%): Focuses on the soft skills needed for leading high-functioning teams.
  • Process (50%): Focuses on the technical aspects for driving successful projects. 
  • Business Environment (8%): Focuses on aligning projects with organizational strategies and goals.

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