Session 6 Everything You Should Know About PMP & CAPM Certifications
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The document provides an overview of PMP® and CAPM® certifications, detailing study materials, exam formats, and strategies for passing the exams on the first attempt. Key focus areas include understanding PMBOK® guidelines, agile and hybrid methodologies, business analysis, and effective test-taking techniques. The content is designed for aspiring project management professionals, with insights from a seasoned expert in the field.
Session 6 Everything You Should Know About PMP & CAPM Certifications
- 1. Everything You Should Know About PMP® & CAPM® Certifications Seshne Govender vCare Project Management Session - 6 www.vcareprojectmanagement.com
- 2. I am the Founder and Director of Fundamental Project Management, having over 15 years of experience as a Program and Project Manager managing numerous large successful deliveries with complex IT components in the Financial Services, Telecommunications, and Retail Sectors of South Africa. This journey has provided me with invaluable experience in the Project Management career path. Started my career as an Engineer, studied Chemical Engineering in South Africa. Within a short time, found my passion in projects in the Banking Industry. I have worked in diverse roles such as Process Engineer, Business Analyst, Project Manager, and finally, Program Manager: A career that provided joy to me for many years. A certified Program Management Professional (PgMP)® and Project Management Professional (PMP)®, which were invaluable in my Project Management Journey. I am passionate about training, coaching, and mentoring people along the Project Management career path. Successful Program Manager, Project Manager & Trainer Seshne Govender Project Management Expert
- 3. PMP® & C APM® Certifications What you need to Study? | PMBOK® Based Questions Session - 6
- 4. Key Takeaways Session - 5 Recap Refresher What you need to Study? PMBOK® Based Questions - What to Focus? Agile, Hybrid - Q&A Approach Predictive, Agnostic - Q&A Approach Business Analysis - Q&A Approach Sample Exam Like Questions Frequently Asked Questions Upcoming Session Roadmap
- 5. PMP® & C APM® Certifications How to clear CAPM® & PMP® Exam in First Attempt? Session - 5 Recap
- 6. Understand the format – The CAPM® exam comprises 160 questions, and 230 minutes are allocated. The PMP® exam comprises 180 questions, and 230 minutes are allocated. The CAPM® & PMP® exam requires significant time and effort, so be prepared for the journey The main material (books) that are important Process Groups A Practical Guide PMBOK® Seventh Edition The Agile Practice Guide PMBOK® Seventh Edition Business Analysis for Practitioners: A Practice Guide PMI The Agile Practice Guide The PMI Guide to Business Analysis (December 2017) PMI
- 7. PMP® Domains 42% 50% 8% People Process Business Environment Start with the Process Domain and ensure thorough understanding of the content before moving on to the People and Business Environment. What you need to do to earn the CAPM® & PMP® Credential? Reach out to accomplished SMEs and professionals in project management on LinkedIn. Clarify all doubts. Watch and read the Lessons learned and success stories from existing CAPM®s & PMP®s. Choose the Right Trainer & Mentor. Engage with right study group for exam prep. Walk into the exam center with confidence.
- 8. Use your time wisely. Answer questions ahead of time. Read each question carefully and thoroughly. Read all answers, even if you think that your first choice is correct. Confirm your answer. Do not spend too much time on any one question. If you are stumped by a question, you should guess, mark it for later and move on. Remember you have only 4 hours i.e. 240 mins and you have under 1.5 mins per question. If you do not know the answer, guess and review it later. Make sure you answer each question in the 4 hour time period. Once all questions are done, you should go back and review your marked questions. Test Taking Suggestions
- 9. How to stay positive and pass your exam in your first attempt? Read PMBOK 7th – word-by-word and key reference books Build your exam strategy Mock exam Don’t panic, keep focus and work hard On exam Day: Stay Calm, keep focused, and read the questions carefully. Study hard and prepare Enough rest before the exam day Select good mentor, preferably PMI-REP (Now it is PMI-ATP) Understand your strength and weaknesses - work on your week areas Maintaining work-study-life balance Understand the tasks from ECO Self-Care: Ensure that you take some time to rest, exercise, and eat healthily during this stressful time.
- 10. What you need to Study for CAPM®? Source: PMI, CAPM® New Exam Reference List
- 11. What you need to Study for CAPM®? Source: PMI, CAPM® New Exam Reference List
- 12. “The questions are evenly distributed throughout all chapters. Therefore, pay attention to the entire PMBOK® Guide. Don’t skip any concepts. Move on to the next chapter once you have a good command of the current one.” PMBOK® Based Questions What to Focus? (CAPM® & PMP®)
- 13. Agile, Hybrid - Q&A Approach (CAPM® & PMP® Exam) Understanding Hybrid Project Life Cycles Questions Based on “How to select an appropriate lifecycle for a given situation? Questions Based on “How would you integrate Agile and Predictive cycle parts of a project?” Hybrid Approach Standard agile methodology. Tools, and techniques. How to integrate the agile approach properly into a project environment, when beneficial. Agile Approach The CAPM® &PMP® certification exam requires you to understand
- 14. Predictive, Agnostic - Q&A Approach (CAPM® & PMP® Exam) Understanding Traditional Methodologies Predictive Life Cycle vs Adaptive Life Cycle Understanding when to use Predictive Approach Predictive Approach Agnostic Approach What should the project manager do next? What should the project manager do first? How could have the project manager prevented the situation from happening? The CAPM® & PMP® certification exam questions based;
- 15. Business Analysis - Q&A Approach (CAPM® Exam) Demonstrate an understanding of business analysis (BA) roles and responsibilities. Determine how to conduct stakeholder communication. Determine how to gather requirements. Demonstrate an understanding of product roadmaps. Determine how project methodologies influence business analysis processes. Validate requirements through product delivery.
- 16. Sample Exam Like Questions
- 17. To showcase the work done in the last iteration. To set expectations and establish a shared understanding at the start of a project or phase. To review and decide on proposed changes. To discuss and prioritize the backlog. a. b. c. d. What is the primary goal of a kickoff meeting?
- 18. What is the primary goal of a kickoff meeting? To showcase the work done in the last iteration. To set expectations and establish a shared understanding at the start of a project or phase. To review and decide on proposed changes. To discuss and prioritize the backlog. a. b. c. d.
- 19. In agile project management, on what basis are the requirements or backlog items typically prioritized? Based on business value. Based on date of submission. Based on alphabetical order of the items. Based on complexity of implementation. a. b. c. d.
- 20. In agile project management, on what basis are the requirements or backlog items typically prioritized? Based on business value. Based on date of submission. Based on alphabetical order of the items. Based on complexity of implementation. a. b. c. d.
- 21. A project manager notices that some items in the product backlog are vague and lack details. Which meeting would be most appropriate to address these issues? Bidder conference. Daily standup. Backlog refinement. Kickoff. a. b. c. d.
- 22. A project manager notices that some items in the product backlog are vague and lack details. Which meeting would be most appropriate to address these issues? Bidder conference. Daily standup. Backlog refinement. Kickoff. a. b. c. d.
- 23. What is the primary purpose of an iteration review? To refine and prioritize the backlog. To discuss and evaluate procurement needs. To review and decide on changes. To showcase the work completed during the iteration. a. b. c. d.
- 24. What is the primary purpose of an iteration review? To refine and prioritize the backlog. To discuss and evaluate procurement needs. To review and decide on changes. To showcase the work completed during the iteration. a. b. c. d.
- 25. Which of the following processes is focused on reviewing requirements for errors and quality, either before or after validation, to ensure that only "good" requirements are verified? Verify Requirements. Peer Reviews. Control Quality. Valid Scope. a. b. c. d.
- 26. Which of the following processes is focused on reviewing requirements for errors and quality, either before or after validation, to ensure that only "good" requirements are verified? Verify Requirements. Peer Reviews. Control Quality. Valid Scope. a. b. c. d.
- 27. A textile development project needs a specialized resource to work for 900 hours. The company has decided to outsource these hours. Because of internal policies, all potential service providers must be given the same information about the requirements. Which action should the project manager take to ensure this? Hold direct negotiations with each service provider. Conduct a bidder conference with the service providers. Ensure the procurement management plan is sent to each service provider. Add each of the service providers to the stakeholder register. a. b. c. d.
- 28. A textile development project needs a specialized resource to work for 900 hours. The company has decided to outsource these hours. Because of internal policies, all potential service providers must be given the same information about the requirements. Which action should the project manager take to ensure this? Hold direct negotiations with each service provider. Conduct a bidder conference with the service providers. Ensure the procurement management plan is sent to each service provider. Add each of the service providers to the stakeholder register. a. b. c. d.
- 29. Company P’s IT transformation project has three (3) deliverables, and they have the following characteristics, according to the project team: - Deliverable 2 has strictly scheduled milestones, with no expected variation in the timeline. - Requirements for deliverables 1 and 3 will change quickly during development. Which project life cycle should the project manager use for this project? Select a fully agile project model, with a common user story and three-week sprints. Select a waterfall project model for deliverables, with firm milestones and change control procedures. Select a hybrid project model; position deliverable 2 as a single agile sprint embedded in an overall waterfall project. Select a hybrid project model; position deliverable 2 as a single waterfall phase embedded in an overall agile project. a. b. c. d.
- 30. Company P’s IT transformation project has three (3) deliverables, and they have the following characteristics, according to the project team: - Deliverable 2 has strictly scheduled milestones, with no expected variation in the timeline. - Requirements for deliverables 1 and 3 will change quickly during development. Which project life cycle should the project manager use for this project? Select a fully agile project model, with a common user story and three-week sprints. Select a waterfall project model for deliverables, with firm milestones and change control procedures. Select a hybrid project model; position deliverable 2 as a single agile sprint embedded in an overall waterfall project. Select a hybrid project model; position deliverable 2 as a single waterfall phase embedded in an overall agile project. a. b. c. d.
- 31. An innovative product fails to satisfy targeted consumers despite significant investments in quality control and marketing campaigns. Which agile practice would best prevent future failures of this nature? Run continuous consumer usability testing on product releases. Align objectives between the product owner and marketing. Broaden the persona type definition of the target consumer. Add more features and tests to the minimum viable product (MVP). a. b. c. d.
- 32. An innovative product fails to satisfy targeted consumers despite significant investments in quality control and marketing campaigns. Which agile practice would best prevent future failures of this nature? Run continuous consumer usability testing on product releases. Align objectives between the product owner and marketing. Broaden the persona type definition of the target consumer. Add more features and tests to the minimum viable product (MVP). a. b. c. d.
- 33. A project team collected sensitive client data during the early stages of a project to help develop the project management plan. The team is now working on deliverables for the project when the compliance managerdiscovers a data breach and alerts the team toa compliance issue. Which document should the project manager review first? Statement of work (SOW) Issue log Business case Risk register a. b. c. d.
- 34. A project team collected sensitive client data during the early stages of a project to help develop the project management plan. The team is now working on deliverables for the project when the compliance managerdiscovers a data breach and alerts the team toa compliance issue. Which document should the project manager review first? Statement of work (SOW) Issue log Business case Risk register a. b. c. d.
- 35. The team working on Project A has resolved a technical issue, and the project is moving forward. The project manager has been warned that the same issue will probably arise on similar projects in the future. What should the project manager do first when responding to this warning? Ensure that the issue log is updated and update the lessons learned register. Create a risk report and keep the report current. Notify the project sponsor about the warning. Ensure that the lessons learned register is updated. a. b. c. d.
- 36. The team working on Project A has resolved a technical issue, and the project is moving forward. The project manager has been warned that the same issue will probably arise on similar projects in the future. What should the project manager do first when responding to this warning? Ensure that the issue log is updated and update the lessons learned register. Create a risk report and keep the report current. Notify the project sponsor about the warning. Ensure that the lessons learned register is updated. a. b. c. d.
- 38. What are the ethical considerations of using AI in Project Management?
- 39. Biased Algorithms Responsibility & Accountability Employee Privacy Ethical AI Design Human-AI Synergy Avoid Over-Reliance Rigorous Testing Transparent Communication AI Disruptions AI for Good AI is reshaping project management, but ethical considerations are crucial:
- 40. Is Project Management Truly For You?
- 41. Feel Inspired and Energized Constant Change People Over Tasks Volatile Environment Decision Making on the Fly End-to-End Ownership Diverse Skill Sets Required
- 43. PMP® & C APM® Certifications Exam Preparation - Practice Questions Session - 7
- 44. Session 1 to Session 6 Recap Refresher CAPM® & PMP® Exam - Formulas CAPM® Exam Preparation - Practice Questions PMP® Exam Preparation - Practice Questions Frequently Asked Questions Upcoming Session Roadmap Session - 7 Agenda 20 December'23 th
- 45. UPCOMING SESSIONS 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM (BST) 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (CEST/SAST) 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (EAT/AST) 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM (GST) 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM (IST) 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM (ICT/WIB) 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM (SGT/PHST) 07:30 PM - 08:30 PM (AEDT) Time: Session 7: 20 December'23 Session 8: 17 January'24 th th
- 46. C vCare Project Management seshne@vcareprojectmanagement.com +27 722997173 Registered Address: 325 N. Saint Paul St, Suite 3100, Dallas, TX 75201, USA www.vcareprojectmanagement.com EIN: 35-2657414 Disclaimer • PMP, PMI, PMBOK, CAPM, PgMP, PfMP, PBA, RMP, ACP, SP, DA, DASM, DASSM, ATP and OPM3 are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.