Course
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Exam preparation CAPM®/PMP®
Course facts
Download as PDF- Knowing the methodology, terminology and approach represented by the PMI® (Project Management Institute) and its members
- Acquiring proof of 35 Contact Hours of Project Management Education (35 «theory lessons» with discussion of the nine knowledge areas of project management as a prerequisite for admission to the examination)
- Exam preparation and registration
- Creating value through projects
- Projects within organisations
- Roles in project management
- Agile, traditional and hybrid project management approaches
- Principles of project management
- Leadership and oversight in projects
- Scope and content management in projects
- Schedule management in projects
- Financial management in projects
- Project stakeholders and communication
- Resource management in projects
- Risk management in projects
- Quality management in projects
- Project Management Offices
- AI in project management
- Procurement management
Component of the following courses
Practical, engaging presentations will introduce you to the core concepts of the PMBOK. Through targeted exercises, you’ll apply what you’ve learned directly, deepen your understanding, and solidify your knowledge for the long term.
Project leaders and experienced project management professionals who wish to systematically deepen their skills and specifically prepare for the PMP® certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)®:
- Project managers who already have practical experience in project management
- Project management professionals who wish to structure and deepen their knowledge in accordance with PMI® standards and principles
- Individuals who wish to prepare specifically for the PMP® exam and earn the required training hours
- Experienced project managers who wish to document their international qualifications with PMP® certification
The course is available to all those who wish to learn more about the PMBOK®.
Examination prerequisites according to PMI for CAPM®
Candidates with a higher education entrance qualification must demonstrate 1500 hours of active participation in projects according to www.pmi.org or at least 23 hours of project management education. The requirements must have been met in the last eight years.
Exam fees: $225 for members, $300 for non-members, registration via Pearson Vue
Examination prerequisites according to PMI for PMP®
Candidates with a university degree must demonstrate 36 month of active participation in projects according to www.pmi.org. This time increases to 60 month, if no study can be proven. In addition, 35 hours of Project Management Education are required in both cases. The period of active participation must be within the last eight years.
Exam fees: $405 for members, $655 for non-members, registration via Pearson Vue
Language
Both exams can be taken in English or German.
The exam is not part of the course. Please register individually for the exam via an authorized test center. Please note that experience has shown that a few more weeks of self-study should be planned between the course and the exam. Further information can be found in the PMP® manual.
Recertification Requirements
The certification is valid for three years. No additional exam is required, but you must earn 60 (PMP) or 15 (CAPM) PDUs (Professional Development Units) during the three-year cycle. PDUs are measured in hours. You can earn them through various activities, such as participating in courses or projects. There is an online reporting option available on the PMI® website. You can find more information here.