What is PMP certification?
What is PMP certification?
According to research, there will be a need to fill up 2.2 million new project-oriented roles each year through 2027. This will generate lots of opportunities for skilled project Managers because they will be in high demand globally. According to Project Management Institute (PMI), the Project Management Professional certification is designed by Project Management Professionals for Project Management Professionals and validates that you are highly skilled in these critical areas;
People – Effectively leading a project team in today’s changing environment.
Process – Fortifying the technical aspect of managing projects from start to finish
Business Environment – Identifying the link between projects and the organizational strategy.
With that being said, the PMP certification is a globally recognized designation given by the Project Management Institute (PMI) to professionals who are able to pass the PMP certification exam.
The certification exam was recently updated to align with the new PMP Exam content which addresses both the Predictive Approach and Agile / Hybrid Approach of managing projects across all the three domains mentioned above.
What are the requirements for the PMP exam?
PMP certification is valuable and it requires 100% commitment. If you have led or been part of a team that successfully led some real-world projects from start to finish, that’s awesome! I will say that you have crossed one of the difficult parts.
However, there are some requirements you must satisfy to be eligible for the PMP exam. So try checking them out before applying.
Option 1
- You have a degree from a recognized University.
- You have a minimum of 36 months (3 years) experience leading projects. During this period, you should have work on projects for at least 4500hrs.
- You have 35 hours of project management training or CAPM® Certification
Option 2
- You have a high school diploma or an associate’s degree (or global equivalent).
- You have a minimum of 60 months (5 years) experience leading projects. During this period, you have work on projects for at least 7500hrs.
- You have 35 hours of project management training or CAPM® Certification.
What are the benefits of PMP Certification?
There are over 1 million certified project managers globally and this attests to the value they derive from being certified. Here are some of the benefits:
- It enhances your career opportunities.
- It gives you a global recognition as an experienced professional.
- It gives you the opportunity to network with other PMPs and share best practices with fellow professionals.
- You will learn new skills and gain the ability to complete projects successfully.
- Earning the PMP certification will help boost your earning potentials.
- It helps you speak the right language as project management professional
How do I get the PMP certification?
In view of the 2 major requirements for the PMP certification exam; Project Management Experience and Project Management Training, you can take our PMP certification exam training to satisfy the 35 contact hours requirement. In this training, you will be thoroughly prepared and given the right resources plus support to pass the PMP exam at your first attempt.
Did you know you can prepare to write the PMP exam in just 30days? I know that sounds cool to you. Read my article on how to prepare for the PMP exam in 30 days.
Secondly, you need to Apply for the PMP exam: In our training, we will guide you on how to successfully apply for the exam. After submitting your application, PMI can take up to 5 business days to review and respond to your PMP exam application. Your application will have two possible outcomes; If your application gets approved, you will receive an invitation from PMI to pay and specify when you will like to go in for the exam. If your application is not approved or you are selected for an audit, you will receive a mail as well on the next steps.
Read my guide on how to apply for the PMP exam
However, it is beneficial to register as a PMI member before applying for the PMP exam. It helps you save some money on the exam fees, boosts your resume as a member of a global professional body in project management and keeps you updated on recent happenings in the project management industry. The cost to become a PMI member is $139, as a member you pay only $405 for the PMP exam and $555 as a non-member.
Thirdly, you have to sit for the Professional exam and be successful. The PMP exam consists of 180 questions to be finished within 230 minutes. The questions come in different forms ranging from objective to interactive questions.
What kind of job and salary should a project manager with the PMP certificate expect?
If you are looking forward to becoming PMP certified and you are asking yourself “What kind of job and salary should I expect with the PMP certification?”
There are many opportunities for project managers out there across several industries . PMPs are seen to wear different caps like; Project Management Consultant, Business Project Manager, Construction Project Manager etc.
PMI has recently conducted a 2020 salary survey for project managers across the globe in which many countries participated in the exercise.
According to the PMI, the average salary for project managers in Nigeria with a PMP certificate is about $20,000 per annum. Check out the full report and salary level for other countries of your interest here.
Are you having difficulties in finding where to get trained for your PMP exam preparation? Read my article on how to choose a reputable PMP training organization.
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Am very eager to attain project management certificate , but I don’t know where to start and how to apply.
Hi Adebayo,
You don’t have a problem for that. Kindly chat or call our office at 07039273453 for detailed explanation
You can as well read my article on how to apply for the PMP exam https://dexnovalearning.com/guide-on-how-to-apply-for-the-pmp-exam/
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