Becoming a PMP® Certified Professional


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Pass the PMP 2021 exam with confidence with the help of practical and up-to-date coverage of project management practices from the 6th edition of the PMBOK® Guide Key FeaturesWritten by J. Ashley Hunt, an experienced PMP® trainer with over 20 years of project management experienceLearn with the help of PMP® practice tests, exam tips, and best practices from the PMBOK® GuideEffectively plan core project work aspects such as scope, cost, quality, procurement, and communicationBook Description One of the five most prestigious certifications in the world, the PMP® exam is said to be the most difficult non-technical certification exam. With this exam guide, you'll be able to address the challenges in learning advanced project management concepts. This PMP study guide covers all of the 10 project management knowledge areas, 5 process groups, 49 processes, and aspects of the Agile Practice Guide that you need to tailor your projects. With this book, you will understand the best practices found in the sixth edition of the PMBOK® Guide and the newly updated exam content outline. Throughout the book, you'll learn exam objectives in the form of a project for better understanding and effective implementation of real-world project management tasks, helping you to not only prepare for the exam but also implement project management best practices. Finally, you'll get to grips with the entire application and testing processes in PMP® and discover numerous tips and techniques for passing the exam on your first attempt. By the end of this PMP® exam prep book, you'll have a solid understanding of everything you need to pass the PMP® certification exam, and be able to use this handy, on-the-job desktop reference guide to overcome challenges in project management. What you will learnUnderstand how to fill out the exam application and what to expect on the day of the examGet a comprehensive overview of project management processes, knowledge areas, and project executionExplore project and organization structures and other factors influencing projectsManage risk, scheduling, and cost using expert tips and insightsAcquire and manage resources and communication in project workMonitor and control projects from planning to executionDiscover professional responsibility, study tips, and what's in store for certified project management professionalsWho this book is for If you are an experienced project manager looking for a common language and best practices in the project management space and want to achieve the PMP certification to accelerate your career growth, this book is for you. A minimum of 3 to 7 years of experience in leading and directing projects for a variety of industries will be useful.







PMP Exam Prep


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This is the only comprehensive guide to getting ready to pass the Project Management Professional (PMP(R)) Certification Exam. This third edition is current and complete with 60 more pages and over 600 changes from the last edition. Tells you what to study and how to study and helps increase your confidence. This book has been selected by Project Management Institute (PMI(R)) for their only PMP review class in 1999 and by many PMI chapters for the chapter PMP review classes.




The Standard for Risk Management in Portfolios, Programs, and Projects


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This is an update and expansion upon PMI's popular reference, The Practice Standard for Project Risk Management. Risk Management addresses the fact that certain events or conditions may occur with impacts on project, program, and portfolio objectives. This standard will: identify the core principles for risk management; describe the fundamentals of risk management and the environment within which it is carried out; define the risk management life cycle; and apply risk management principles to the portfolio, program, and project domains within the context of an enterprise risk management approach It is primarily written for portfolio, program, and project managers, but is a useful tool for leaders and business consumers of risk management, and other stakeholders.




Passing the Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP) Certification Exam the First Time!


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In business, either you can manage risk, or risk will manage you. The key to successful risk management is use a tested, real-world process to manage risks. We share this process, tools, techniques, templates, and more. And along the way, we help you prepare for the PMI-RMP certification exam. This second edition is updated with new information from the PMBOK, including a 150-question self-test, useful activities, and a comprehensive glossary. You can count on this book to be the primary source you need to pass the PMI-RMP® exam the first time. If you aren’t applying for formal PMI certification, this book serves as a great reference to improve your overall Project Risk Management skills. Whether you’re an experienced project manager or someone leading their first work team, Passing the Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)® Certification Exam the First Time! gives you the practical tools, insights, and advice to manage risks for your next project.




Passing the Risk Management Professional (PMI-Rmp)(R) Certification Exam the First Time!


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Passing the Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)(R) Certification Exam the First Time provides a detailed, step by step approach to manage project risk. This practical book uses the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK(R) GUIDE) as a guide to help Project Managers and other professionals pass the new Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)(R) certification exam. The Project Management Institute (PMI)(R) established the Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)(R) credential as a response to project management's increasing growth, complexity and diversity. Globally recognized and demanded, the PMI-RMP(R) fills the need for a specialist role in project risk management. Per PMI, "The (PMI-RMP)(R) credential recognizes individual's unique expertise and competency in assessing and identifying project risks, mitigating threats and capitalizing on opportunities, while still possessing basic skills in all areas of project management. The (PMI-RMP)(R) certification was developed by practitioners for practitioners, and represents a diverse global audience. PMI certifications give you a technical and financial edge." Daniel Yeomans began his project management career in 1977 working for the United States Air Force. During that time, he successfully managed numerous multimillion dollar, multiyear Information Technology and infrastructure development projects successfully. He was recognized as the Air Force Program Manager of the Year in 1985. Dan holds a Master of Business Administration Degree (MBA) from St.Martin's University in Washington. He is certified as a Project Management Professional (PMI-PMP)(R) and Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)(R) by the Project Management Institute. He is also recognized as a Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)(R) by the American Society of Quality (ASQ)(R). Dan is an adjunct professor at Northwest University in Kirkland, Washington. He supports their undergraduate and graduate level business programs. His primary focus is the project management and financial management curriculum areas. He is also an independent consultant for Microsoft Corporation and other specific clients in the project management arena.




PMP Project Management Professional Practice Tests


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Master all five PMP domains and boost your confidence for exam day PMP: Project Management Professional Practice Tests provides candidates with an ideal study aid for PMP exam preparation. Fully aligned with the A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), 6th edition, this book provides practice questions covering all five performance domains. Five unique 160- question chapter tests, as well as one practice exam cover Initiating; Planning; Executing; Monitoring and Controlling; and Closing to help you pinpoint weak areas while there is still time to review. An additional 200-question practice test provides a bonus exam--1000 questions in all--, and a year of FREE access to the Sybex interactive online learning environment puts a test bank, practice questions, and more at your disposal. The PMP exam is a challenging four-hour, 200-question validation of your project management knowledge. Mimicking exam conditions is one of the best ways to prepare, and this book is designed to test your knowledge, focus, and mental endurance to get you fully prepared for the big day. Test your project management knowledge with 1,000 challenging questions Prepare using up-to-date material that accurately reflect the current exam Access digital study tools including electronic flashcards and additional practice questions In today's IT marketplace, qualified project managers are heavily in demand as employers increasingly require those who are capable of managing larger and more complex projects. The PMP certification shows that you know, understand, and can practice PMBOK guidelines to a rigorous level, and is considered the premier project management qualification out there—so when exam day arrives, complete preparation becomes critical to your success. PMP: Project Management Professional Practice Tests help you gauge your progress, preview exam day, and focus your study time so you can conquer the exam with confidence. To register for access to the online test banks included with the purchase of this book, please visit: www.wiley.com/go/sybextestprep.




PMP Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide


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Prepare for PMP certification exam success with this fully updated and comprehensive study guide This study guide serves as a comprehensive resource for those who plan on taking the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam administered by PMI. The book helps you prepare for the exam, and it will continue to serve project managers as an on-the-job reference book. The PMP Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide, Tenth Edition is fully updated to include recent changes to the exam. New content covers the integral role that Agile and other iterative practices have in project management. Updates also address the pivotal responsibilities of the project manager and the skill sets required for this position. The study guide was written to reflect the Project Management Process and Procedures found in the revised A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge -- PMBOK® Guide, 6th Edition. Well-known author and expert Kim Heldman, PMP, helps to prepare you for the exam with in-depth coverage of topics, concepts, and key terms. Learn more about the three main domain areas of people, process, and business environment, plus the predictive, agile, and hybrid approaches to project management.This guide is an effective learning aid that will take your understanding to the next level. Provides comprehensive material, covering the complete exam outline Lists chapter objectives and offers detailed discussions of these objectives Reflects differences in project management environments and approaches Effectively presents real world scenarios, project application sidebars, and chapter review questions You’ll also connect to a beneficial, on-the-go resource: an interactive online learning environment and test bank. This environment includes an assessment test, chapter tests, practice exams, electronic flashcards, and a glossary of key terms. A thorough review is the best prep for a challenging certification exam. So, get ready with this essential PMP study guide.




Agile Practice Guide


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Agile Practice Guide – First Edition has been developed as a resource to understand, evaluate, and use agile and hybrid agile approaches. This practice guide provides guidance on when, where, and how to apply agile approaches and provides practical tools for practitioners and organizations wanting to increase agility. This practice guide is aligned with other PMI standards, including A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) – Sixth Edition, and was developed as the result of collaboration between the Project Management Institute and the Agile Alliance.




CAPM Exam Prep


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13 comprehension lessons ; Concepts and study material ; Games and exercices ; Tricks of the trade ; Practice exams and questions.