So I've only been studying for about a good 2 weeks now and already am seeing some pitfalls peeking out at me. I decided to sit down and really put together a study schedule with a weekly checklist.
After completing the first 2 chapters in the PMBOK quizzes from the Udemy course (passing), I quickly noticed by using some flashcard questions with the app Brainscape that I am not only slacking on my terms, but how important they are in understanding certain questions. I thought I was doing pretty well since I passed the section quiz, but see I have some more work to do.
Needing to get more structured, I came up with this. Hopefully it will keep me goal or task oriented for the specific day and make a big difference by the end of the week.
Example of how each week will look (following the exam outline provided by PMI)
Week # - [ Noted which section I am working on based on exam outline ]
[ task check box points below ]
Day 1 - Read PMBOK (this will include setting the ground work with highlighter or key areas to focus on)
Day 2 - Read PMBOK (finish chapter or go back and make notations etc.)
Day 3 - Video course lectures + flashcards
Day 4 - 6 repeat the above as in day 3
Day 7 - Section quiz + assignment completion from course
*Also on day 1 I plan on taking the section quiz just to see what I may or may not naturally understand. It will also expose me to the types of questions for the section material and I can compare to the exam outline for the CAPM.
I am hopeful this will put me on the right path to really dig my heels in deeper and have a steady grip on this. I'm glad I caught myself early and haven't gone forward too far.
Sometimes it takes some trial and error to find the best groove that works for you. Goal is to understand each section on a weekly basis. I'll have to monitor and control my schedule based on the results of comprehension on a weekly basis. Some risk may include spending more time on certain areas if needed. Saving Changes...
Dinah YoungProject Manager / Software Asset Manager| Prince William CountySpringfield, Va, United States
Sounds like you have a good plan. Keep at it. Good Luck and remember you can always come to this board if you need help with a concept or question. Saving Changes...
Yes, I'm feeling optimistic about this approach. I noticed on some days after work I felt foggy on what my study for the night would be focused on recently. Having a structured plan on paper with tasks I feel will keep me guided.
On a side note, I have managed to memorize all processes from the 49 up to the Monitoring and Control point in the order that they would flow. Saving Changes...
Drew CraigSr. Agile & Product Coach| VanguardPhiladelphia, Pa, United States
There is a lot to let seep in. Find the path that works for you and establish your cadence. Saving Changes...
Study Plan looks good
ON your way to success Saving Changes...
Stephanie HaasePropulsion Production Manager| United States Air ForceWichita Falls, Tx, United States
oye, im with you. i have 2 days of studying left. memorizing the flow, inputs and outputs plus the equations. big day this wednesday. keep studying.
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4 replies by Michael Brian and Stephanie Haase
May 29, 2018 2:49 PM
Michael Brian
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Good luck on Wednesday!!
Thank you for your service btw! Currently I am starting chapter 3 in my studies. I have already memorized all processes up to Monitor + Control.
I must admit, once I start the first knowledge area, learning the ITTO's are a bit intimidating. I have an ITTO app on my phone though. I'll be using that to study and test myself. It has flash card options and then a game where you drop each ITTO in it's fitting place based on the knowledge area you're doing.
So far so good. Started my study plan yesterday. Went through the chapter to highlight key areas, then read through the chapter, and took notes. Tonight will be day 2 of reading through the chapter. I also took my section quiz before opening the PMBOK. Score 10 out of 20. Not horrible for a new chapter. Now I have an idea of my weaker points in the section.
May 29, 2018 7:35 PM
Stephanie Haase
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drill drill drill, i memorized a lot. I can write down more than just the 49 processes and equations, throw interpersonal techniques in there and floats and the sigmas. I got a lot of x theory in my quizzes. Know risk better than you know yourself. Im worried about tomorrow. Hope I pass!!! light study tonight, sleep in tomorrow, test at noon. feels like im going to keel over lol. strict rules inside the test facility. they look for any signs of cheating and recording devices. what am i getting myself into!! i cant even wear a hair clip!
May 31, 2018 7:08 AM
Stephanie Haase
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I failed study harder
May 31, 2018 1:07 PM
Stephanie Haase
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I failed by less than 10 questions, the test is no joke. Hard to pass on the first attempt. I will pass the second attempt.
oye, im with you. i have 2 days of studying left. memorizing the flow, inputs and outputs plus the equations. big day this wednesday. keep studying.
Good luck on Wednesday!!
Thank you for your service btw! Currently I am starting chapter 3 in my studies. I have already memorized all processes up to Monitor + Control.
I must admit, once I start the first knowledge area, learning the ITTO's are a bit intimidating. I have an ITTO app on my phone though. I'll be using that to study and test myself. It has flash card options and then a game where you drop each ITTO in it's fitting place based on the knowledge area you're doing.
So far so good. Started my study plan yesterday. Went through the chapter to highlight key areas, then read through the chapter, and took notes. Tonight will be day 2 of reading through the chapter. I also took my section quiz before opening the PMBOK. Score 10 out of 20. Not horrible for a new chapter. Now I have an idea of my weaker points in the section. Saving Changes...
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