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The PMP exam is difficult, but it is also rewarding. According to the PMI 2015 wage study, respondents in the United States who hold PMP credentials earn $20,000 more than those who do not. If you want to reap the rewards, follow these guidelines to become a member of the distinguished PMP community.
- Take practice tests
Answering practice questions will help you prepare for the exam's format and content. With our e-learning course, we include an exam simulator. This reveals more than just which questions you answered correctly and incorrectly. It also identifies locations where work has to be done. It's difficult for candidates to predict which parts of the exam will be the most difficult without this kind of information.
- Make a Study Plan
Consider how you would handle a project. Make a timetable and attempt to keep to it as much as possible. Make sure you study in the areas where you want to improve. Many people have made the error of thinking that their strong knowledge areas will compensate for any missed marks on the exam.
- Join a Study Group
Studying alone can become tedious, and having a study group keeps everyone on track. When you're in a group, you're more likely to stick to your study schedule. You can also contribute comments and suggestions by joining a PMBOK community. Look for existing study groups through your local PMI chapter, or start one yourself. The connections you make while studying can be useful after you pass the exam.
- Use the Latest PMBOK Guide
Make sure you get the most recent edition of the PMBOK Guide. The more recent the version, the more up-to-date the data. The fifth version, for example, places a stronger emphasis on project management and stakeholder management. The money you save by using an outdated version of the PMBOK isn't worth the stress of taking an exam that assesses skills you don't have.
The content is not only more up-to-date with the exam, but it is also much more readable. The techniques are more developed and the images are clearer than in earlier editions. Simply said, the updated PMBOK makes understanding and passing the PMP Certification exam easier.
- Get a Formal Training Course from a Good Education Provider
The difficulty of obtaining PMP certification is one of the reasons for its high demand. The PMP certification necessitates dedication and hard effort not only to keep it, but also to earn it in the first place. That's why you can't just go in without having done your homework.