4 Common Questions & Answers About PMP Exam

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WHAT IS PMP EXAM

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an industry-recognized credential for project managers. PMP demonstrates the experience, education, skill, and competency required to lead and direct projects. PMP is the most sought-after certification administered by the Project Management Institute (PMI), USA.

IS PMP EXAM ONLY FOR IT?

There is a very common belief that the PMP Certification is for IT professionals only – that is simply a myth! The PMP is meant for professionals managing projects across all kinds of disciplines – irrespective of whether they are from IT, construction, telecommunications, finance, or even healthcare. It empowers professionals of all fields to manage projects more effectively than non-certified persons. So the answer to “Is PMP only for IT?” is NO. It is for all the disciplines and all the fields.

IS IT DIFFICULT TO PASS PMP EXAM

Not at all … again. NOT AT ALL …. It is only tough for those who are not trying. Or for those who are trying but lack a disciplined study plan. It requires your focus, time, and a plan, and once you begin studying it, you’ll soon realize that it’s more than just passing an exam. The amount of structured knowledge that you learn and the interest in getting more of it soon overcome the desire to just pass the exam. Long story short, YES, it is absolutely very easy to pass the exam. If you are honest with yourself, you can get it, for sure.

HOW TO PASS PMP EXAM ON THE FIRST ATTEMPT

It is very easy to earn this certification… even on the very first attempt. Yes, you heard it correctly. In the VERY FIRST ATTEMPT. To pass it on your first go, you just need to follow a discipline for studying … certain habits you need to adopt. Again, this is not an ordinary college or school exam where one week or last-minute study can fetch you the grades. NO. It requires consistency in your schedule, focus, practice, and your will.

The below post explains how you can Pass Your PMP Exam on the first attempt.

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