Introduction

This course introduces key advanced PMBOK topics including Earned Value Analysis, Quality, Contracting and Ethics. The course takes attendees through the execution, controlling and closing processes and uses group exercises as a hands-on approach to reinforcing the key concepts.

The course integrates PMP Certification Prep sessions that introduce attendees to the form of the PMP test and gives practical advise on effective test taking, recommended study materials and methods. Practice tests are included and build to a final, complete PMP practice test that builds individual confidence and experience leading to successful attainment of the PMP designation.

Audience

This course is for individuals who desire to understand how to effectively manage and control a project through completion, have previously been introduced to the Foundations of Project Management and aspire to pass the PMP certification test.

At Course Completion

At the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Understand concepts in effective estimating.
• Know how to set up a change control process.
• Understand how to manage change requests.
• Know what activities go on during the Execution Phase of a Project.
• Know what activities are associated with the Controlling Processes associated with a project.
• Be able to interpret Project Performance reports.
• Understand and be able to use Earned Value Analysis.
• Know how to develop a status report.
• Know the format of the PMP Cert test.
• Be able to develop an effective study plan for taking and passing the PMP test.

Prerequisites

Before beginning this course, students should have:

• Completion of Foundations of Project Management is recommended.
• Two or more years of experience in a project management environment is helpful.

Certified Professional Exam Preparation

Materials covered will lead to but are not sufficient for the following certifications: PMI Certified Associate Project Manager, Project Management Professional, CompTia IT Project+

Student Materials

The course materials are yours to keep. You will be provided with the PMP Cert Prep materials and practice tests.

Course Outline

Day 1

Module 1: Introduction

• Course Objectives
• Logistics
• Class Context

Module 2: Project Quality Control

• Organizational Influences
• Context and Definitions
• The Quality Process

Module 3: Procurement Overview

• Contracting in a Project Environment
• The Procurement Process
• Negotiating

Module 4: Overview of Project Control

• Controlling Activities Associated with Project Management
• Integrating Scope, Schedule and Cost Control

Module 5: PMP Certification Test Preparation

• Benefits of PMP
• Overview of Test
• Test-taking Strategies
• Practice Test

Day 2

Module 6: Project Control

• Interpreting Project Status
• Earned Value Analysis
• Scope Change Control

Module 7: PMP Ethics

• Overview of Ethics and Professional Integrity
• Special Topics: International, Cultural Respect, Organizational Challenges

Module 8: PMP Certification Test Preparation

• Benefits of PMP
• Overview of Test
• Review of Test-taking Strategies
• Final Practice Test