Thrilled to share I've been approved for the PMP Exam. As a new member to the community, seeking advice from those who've done it. Appreciate any insights. Thank you!
I have left my previous role in Hospitality to focus on finding a full time project management role. Since then I’ve been upskilling and getting ready for my next challenge. I am new to the community but not to project management. It all started for me when I completed my MSc in Project Management back in 2017. Since then, I have done two hotel openings and a few other major projects.
What are the undeniable benefits from passing the PMP? Any tips on the study method? Saving Changes...
I'm a little intrigued by your statement that you are new to project management and yet you have been accepted to take the PMP exam - since the exam requires at least three years of experience leading projects, how are you new to project management :-) ?
I agree with Kiron regarding your experience, While PMP certification can certainly enhance one's qualifications and may even be a prerequisite for certain job positions, it's important to note that possessing a PMP certification alone does not ensure a job offer. Saving Changes...
Senior Projects Manager | Field & Marten AssociatesNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Tiago, you probably meant to say you are new to the Project Management Community? Because in looking at your resume, you seem to have 3 years of PM experience (Although your role wasn’t a PM but that doesn’t matter as long as you were doing PM activities).
As for the PMP, personally, I believe it has two key benefits:
1) It will enhance your knowledge in Project Management while you’re embarking on the journey to earn your PMP.
2) It will give you a boost on your resume and put you ahead of the crowd because it’s a globally recognized credential that most employers consider an asset and even some do ask for it as a mandatory requirement for certain jobs.
Hi everyone, I’m sorry for the confusion. I am new in terms of, dedicating my time solely to project management. To me it all feels “new”, not only career wise, but also being part of the community, living and breathing it. Have I cleared the air? Saving Changes...
...just to add, thank you Rami for pointing out my CV and experiences listed. I wouldn't want to leave anyone in the community with a negative impression or questions about me as a professional or my credentials/merits I worked so hard to obtain, I feel honoured to be part of the community nonetheless!
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1 reply by Rami Kaibni
Jan 11, 2024 12:00 PM
Rami Kaibni
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Thanks for the clarification, Tiago and welcome to the community. You certainly did achieve a lot and I am sure you will achieve more. Good Luck. Cheers!
Senior Projects Manager | Field & Marten AssociatesNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Jan 11, 2024 11:58 AM
Replying to Tiago Lourenco PMP® MSc
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...just to add, thank you Rami for pointing out my CV and experiences listed. I wouldn't want to leave anyone in the community with a negative impression or questions about me as a professional or my credentials/merits I worked so hard to obtain, I feel honoured to be part of the community nonetheless!
Thanks for the clarification, Tiago and welcome to the community. You certainly did achieve a lot and I am sure you will achieve more. Good Luck. Cheers! Saving Changes...
Clint RileyChief Operating Officer | COOMetro-Detroit, Mi, United States
Some advice for the exam itself:
"Back in the day," the PMP exam was based entirely on waterfall/predictive methodologies. However, as time went on and Agile became more commonplace, PMI offered a supplementary certification for the PMP known as the 'Agile Hybrid Project Pro' (AHPP). This was to ensure that older PMPs were up-to-speed with new project methods.
When I took the required 35-hour pre-exam PM course (not through PMI), it didn't cover much, if any, Agile concepts. Yet when I sat for the PMP exam, I was surprised to find quite a few Agile-related questions. Fortunately, I had already completed my AHPP prior to my PMP, so I was up to speed and was able to pass.
If your PM training course does not prepare you for Agile questions, seek that knowledge separately to ensure success on the PMP exam.
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