Agile Hybrid Project Pro (AHPP) Certification Questions

In the FAQs this one is answered as follows:

Can I retake the exam?
An exam retake is available for each subsequent attempt for a $50 fee. You will have three exam attempt
opportunities over a period of 180 days inclusive of the intial attempt. If you require additional retakes (after
three opportunities) there will be a 45-day waiting period prior to eligibility for continued retakes.

So it seems to be "one and done" ...

So then I am citing the PMI-page:
https://www.pmi.org/landing/agile-hybrid-micro-credential

"Agile Hybrid Project Pro™ is a new online course paired with a non-proctored online exam that validates you have upskilled and aligned to the new PMP standards [...]"

and

"Whether you have extensive hands-on experience with Agile and Hybrid projects or an understanding of the principles[...]"

Part 1 is how I come to my interpretation of "upgrading" old PMPs and Part 2 is why I was a bit surprised of the background expected in the sample questions. This is (for me) defintely a bit more than just "understanding of the principles".

Anyway, what my mistake was that I wasn't reading especially the exam content outline in detail before ordering the course. This is what I strongly recommend for all those interested in the AHPP. I got a bit trapped in the marketing page and video.

Micro-credentials don't have a lot of traction in my job market, yet.

There was a lot of reading material. Some really good information, and some really dry information. A lot of important concepts for a PM to understand, but not a lot of it was covered by exam questions.

I liked the attention given to organizational change. The piece I felt the course missed was practical examples of hybrid models. I understand that PMI probably doesn't want to come across as defining a specific hybrid model, but don't expect to finish the course knowing how to apply a specific hybrid model to your next project.

Thanks everyone for keeping the conversation going. I have just started the course this week and will keep this group updated on my journey. So far I would have to agree with Aaron above in regards to the amount of articles. I am wondering if when I am done will I really get the Agile-Hybrid teaching I was looking for or more of a mini-PMP?

Matthias

I did recommend Mike Griffith’s PMI-ACP exam prep book which to date, I still refer to it. Excellent resource and it is PM related so you can claim the hours. I’ve read lots of Agile related books but yet, I found this to be the best as it covers most aspects of agile.

Claiming the hours in the triangle is based on your best judgement.

It is not necessary to read an exam prep guide to pass the AHPP, it was a suggestion For me, the course was more than enough as I have many years of agile experience. If you have experience and knowledge about Agile, then the course should suffice but if not, then you can supplement the course with extra reading.

On thing worth noting is the fact that even though those are micro-credentials, and their exams are non-proctored, it doesn’t mean they are easy to pass otherwise they will lose their credibility.

RK

Rami,

Thanks for sharing about the Griffith's book because I feel I need to buy it before taking the AHPP exam. The course itself didn't really reflect too much on Agile framework, I found it to be more of common sense, logical decisions a PM needs to make early upfront instead of waiting (i.e. "urgency"). Let me know your thoughts. Thanks! Even though it's $50 for a retake exam, there definitely is no way the same questions will appear the second time around.

Steve

I believe the book is a great resource for Agile in general and that you will benefit from it.

It is quite surprising to know that many do face the same issue with this course. Normally, the course with a little bit of extra material should suffice to pass the exam but doesn't seem to be the case on this one.

Good Luck

RK