I'm studying for the PgMP, my current exam date is the end of Jan 2025. Wondering which version of the Standard of Program Management to study with, the new 5th edition or the old 4th edition.
I've seen some info that says that PMI doesn't update exams to the new editions of publications (PMBOK, Standard for Program Management, etc.) for 1 year after the new edition has been out. Which in the PgMP case would mean March of 2025, but on the PMI website it says to use edition 5. A little clarity would be helpful, thanks in advance.
Joseph Enyeart, MBA, PMP, PMO-CP , in the PgMP March 2024 Examination Content Outline (ECO), it is mentioned that, to ensure alignment with the 5th Edition of the Program Management Standards lexicon, the exam content was reviewed and slightly updated by a group of Subject Matter Experts. A job-task analysis was not conducted for this update, and "the exam will continue to reflect this ECO. Exam questions are continually updated to ensure alignment."
While there are changes in the latest edition, the overall knowledge has not changed significantly. Therefore, personally I would suggest focusing on understanding the concepts rather than concern on the edition of the books.
Wish you all the best!
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1 reply by Joseph Enyeart, MBA, PMP, PMO-CP
Nov 22, 2024 11:12 AM
Joseph Enyeart, MBA, PMP, PMO-CP
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Thanks Danny, yeah I've read the PgMP outline a few time. I think I'm just a little over worried about missing something that will derail me during the test. I've been more focused going through on v.5 but will prob read v 4 just to cover my bases.
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Hi Joseph, I had the same question in April '24 and was told that the exam would reflect 5th edition updates. I'm not certain that was correct, but might be worth understanding what is changing between the two editions and be prepared for the updates.
Having taken the exam in July and been unsuccessful, I'd also recommend that you spend time refreshing your knowledge of the PMBOK, if it's been some time since you achieved PMP. I received my PMP in 2016 and there have been significant changes since, so you might consider this in your preparation plans. You'll need to know current principles from PMBOK plus PgMP 4th and/or 5th edition.
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2 replies by Joseph Enyeart, MBA, PMP, PMO-CP and Nicholas Aprigliano
Nov 22, 2024 11:13 AM
Joseph Enyeart, MBA, PMP, PMO-CP
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Thanks for the feedback, I'll definitely make sure I do a PMBOK crash course.
Joseph Enyeart, MBA, PMP, PMO-CP , in the PgMP March 2024 Examination Content Outline (ECO), it is mentioned that, to ensure alignment with the 5th Edition of the Program Management Standards lexicon, the exam content was reviewed and slightly updated by a group of Subject Matter Experts. A job-task analysis was not conducted for this update, and "the exam will continue to reflect this ECO. Exam questions are continually updated to ensure alignment."
While there are changes in the latest edition, the overall knowledge has not changed significantly. Therefore, personally I would suggest focusing on understanding the concepts rather than concern on the edition of the books.
Wish you all the best!
Thanks Danny, yeah I've read the PgMP outline a few time. I think I'm just a little over worried about missing something that will derail me during the test. I've been more focused going through on v.5 but will prob read v 4 just to cover my bases. Saving Changes...
Hi Joseph, I had the same question in April '24 and was told that the exam would reflect 5th edition updates. I'm not certain that was correct, but might be worth understanding what is changing between the two editions and be prepared for the updates.
Having taken the exam in July and been unsuccessful, I'd also recommend that you spend time refreshing your knowledge of the PMBOK, if it's been some time since you achieved PMP. I received my PMP in 2016 and there have been significant changes since, so you might consider this in your preparation plans. You'll need to know current principles from PMBOK plus PgMP 4th and/or 5th edition.
Thanks for the feedback, I'll definitely make sure I do a PMBOK crash course. Saving Changes...
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Joseph, try to focus on the ECO as much as you can. Regarding resources, it doesn't hurt to go through both the 4th and 5th editions but for now, I would focus more on the 4th edition combined with PMBOK. Try to find some good simulation practice exams as well to practice. Good Luck! Saving Changes...
Nicholas ApriglianoDirector| New York City Health & Hospitals CorporationHuntington, Ny, United States
Hey Guys: Future PgMP wanna be. Started under version 4, dragged my hind quarters and now, of course we are on version 5. Not sure why everyone stating "minor changes". A 6th Domain has been added in version 5 (Collaboration). Maybe I am just being OCD? BUT, like some of you are saying, the 6th domain is NOT listed in the ECO. :-( Happy not to worry about the additional Domain!!! - Nick Saving Changes...
Nicholas ApriglianoDirector| New York City Health & Hospitals CorporationHuntington, Ny, United States
Nov 22, 2024 3:55 AM
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Hi Joseph, I had the same question in April '24 and was told that the exam would reflect 5th edition updates. I'm not certain that was correct, but might be worth understanding what is changing between the two editions and be prepared for the updates.
Having taken the exam in July and been unsuccessful, I'd also recommend that you spend time refreshing your knowledge of the PMBOK, if it's been some time since you achieved PMP. I received my PMP in 2016 and there have been significant changes since, so you might consider this in your preparation plans. You'll need to know current principles from PMBOK plus PgMP 4th and/or 5th edition.
Hello, I know I am coming into this conversation a little late, but I plan to take the PgMP this summer. It doesn't seem there are many sources for training. Do you have any suggestions?
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