Q: "What is the difference between PMI ® and PMP ® ?"

The Project Management Institute is known as the PMI organization. Their professional certification is called PMP which stands for Project Management Professional. You would recieve PMP certification from PMI.

Q: "How does this course compare to the other PMI PMP reviews ?"

Similar material as other PMP review programs, based on the same Professional Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®). Attending this course satifies your 35 hour formal training requirement for certification. We use a different format which is not based on slideshows. Each of our students is physically and actively involved all day long. The terms and concepts are the same. Our unique schedule also uses a weekend break to maximize your learning during five days of class without involuntary naps, mental blackouts, or the typical seminar fatigue.

Q: "Why is the price so different ?"

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Q: "How is the 4500 to 7500+ hours experience calculated ?"

Not as big as it sounds. The time is to be non-overlapping and based on time spent on the project itself, not the overall project duration. A rough calculation is you need about two and one-half years with a university degree or about five years with a high school diploma. Your projects can include business projects, weddings, political campains, home building, vehicle design, software development, etc. The objective is something that was involving people with time constraints and limitation on resources & expenditures.

Q: "Should I register for the Exam before attending class ?"

Usually it's not possible. The PMI Project Management Institute requires applicants to complete at least 35 contact hours of project management training BEFORE applying to take the certification exam. You are required by PMI to have completed training before making your application for the exam. You can satisfy this requirement with our PMP Prep class.

Q: "How is the PMI PMP examination given ?"

The PMP examination is computer based. Testing is performed by Sylvan-Prometric with locations across North America. You will have 200 multiple choice questions and four hours to complete the exam. It starts with a 15 minute computer tutorial preceding the examination. Then the exam is followed by an optional canidate satisfaction survey and you will recieve an examination score report.

Q: "Will passing the exam automatically certify me ?"

PMI requires your so submit your background information prior to scheduling your exam. Be sure to read our PMI certification steps for more information. You may need to provide copies of your degree and written references for PMI to verifiy your past experience before your certification request will be processed.

Q: "What do I need to study or do before attending the prep class ?"

Just enroll and show up ready to learn. Everything you need is included in your class tuition. Books, practice tests, pens, paper, even snacks are provided. Bring a positive attitude, our instructors will take care of the rest. Our unique program will provide the methods and structure to insure your success.

Q: "Why do your classes start on Thursdays instead of the typical Monday ?"

The PMI PMP study material could be fairly described as broad, deep with several plan models to learn, plenty of terminolgy, and dry reading. We truely care about your success. Most straight five day class simply wear out the student before the third day is over, limiting your retention rate. We chose to start you off with the first two days, give you a weekend to recover, then resume with a fresh mind for maximum learning. The result is dramatically higher retention and it's a much more pleasant experience.

Q: "Can I really pass the PMI certification exam the first time ?"

Yes, with the right preperation. The issue is knowing what to study without going overboard. We focus your study on just what it will take to insure your success. Our goal is for you to pass the first time. Just read some of the comments from our past students.

Q: "What if I'm already studying on my own or with some friends. Would class help me ?"

Yes. Our exam prep class will improve your focus, provide structure, and increase your understanding. Class is always easier since you have fewer interruptions. Our instructors take out the guesswork by demonstrationg what you need, in a manner that will work for you. We custom tune the examples to relate to you. Focusing on your individual method of learning. Self study is better than none - but self study sure takes a lot of effort and more time. Our class saves you time without wasted effort. You'll learn much faster.

Q: "How does the PMI PMP compare to other certifications ?"

PMI PMP is a vendor independent top level management certification covering all the critical concepts, objectives, and termnology. The program was developed to insure project managers know how to manage with the "how's and why's" in all related areas. The PMI PMP designation will get you noticed by management or perspective employers.

CompTIA's Project+ is a beginners program similar to A+ or Network+ and typically focuses on the basics using Microsoft project. No experience or reference requirements. That's where you would want to get your start if you lack any experience in managing projects. Project+ is entry level for college students and junior persons just starting in the world of projects.

Which would you rather have running YOUR projects, a beginner, a beginner with 5 days training, or someone with over 2 years and PMI certification ? PMI's PMP would probably win. Just going through the process is real evidence of your ability and commitment.

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