Improving Project Management Skill / (PMP) Certification Onsite Program

PMP® Certification Preparation

"LSA's Project Management facilitator is one of the best I have ever worked with. His efforts and work in teaching complex and intensive Project Management principles across all levels and backgrounds within our organization have been of the highest value.” Leslie Guzman Learning and Development Roche Palo Alto LLC

Description:
The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is increasingly recognized and required by employers. Attaining this certification requires applicants to pass an exam and to have relevant experience and education.

This 4-day course is designed to provide both the required education (32 hours) and a solid preparation for the exam. The course package includes many different learning techniques, including flash cards, audio CD’s, sample exams, and a thorough test-preparation book. The exam preparation materials are designed to give applicants the confidence and knowledge they need to successfully sit for the exam.

Tested and Designed for Results

• These course materials have been thoroughly reviewed by recent PMP’s to ensure the course content is relevant to the exam.
• Past students provide feedback on any exam topics that were or were not covered through our preparation process, ensuring these products continue to effectively prepare applicants for the exam.
• The course materials include over 1,000 sample test questions.

Principles Based Exam Preparation

• This course emphasizes the concepts needed to pass the exam and to successfully manage projects.
• We don’t use memory games.  We help people master the relevant content.

Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Know what project management terms and concepts are necessary to pass the PMP Exam.
• Have a study plan to finalize their preparation for the exam.
• Know what to expect from the exam, including how to apply for the exam, where to take the exam, and rules for sitting for the exam.

Course Outline

1. Introduction to the PMBoK and PMP Exam
2. Framework
3. Integration
4. Scope
5. Time
6. Cost
7. Quality
8. Human Resources
9. Communication
10. Risk
11. Procurement
12. Professional & Social Responsibility
13. Exit Exam and Study Plan

Course Materials

• A comprehensive workbook describing the key terms and concepts that also includes learning exercises to address multiple learning styles
• 2 audio CD’s with terms and concepts
• An audio CD describing the logistics of the exam
• Flashcards
• Placemats that graphically describe key terms and concepts
• A DVD with sample exam questions
• A book with sample exam questions

Prerequisites:
Before attending this course, students must have project leadership experience.

Target Audience:
This course is designed for people who are qualified to sit for the PMP Exam. Experience as a project leader is required to sit for the exam, and expected for this workshop.

To speak with an LSA Expert and learn about the Project Management Training and Consulting customization and delivery options onsite at your company, please contact us.