PMP Exam Prep Bootcamp Syllabus

This syllabus outlines a comprehensive PMP Exam Prep Bootcamp designed to prepare participants for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam. The bootcamp covers the essential concepts and principles of project management as outlined in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) and the PMI Agile Practice Guide, incorporating predictive, agile, and hybrid approaches.

Target Audience: Project managers and professionals seeking PMP® certification.

Duration: Typically 4-5 days (can vary).

Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this bootcamp, participants will be able to:

• Understand the project management framework, including processes, knowledge areas (as relevant to exam content), and the new performance domains and principles from the PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition.
• Apply project management tools and techniques across the project lifecycle.
• Comprehend and address the tasks and enablers defined in the PMP® Examination Content Outline.
• Understand and apply the concepts related to People, Process, and Business Environment domains.
• Differentiate between predictive (waterfall), agile, and hybrid project management methodologies and know when to apply each.
• Develop strategies for effective stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Identify, analyze, and manage project risks and issues.
• Understand the importance of team building, leadership, and conflict resolution.
• Grasp the ethical and professional responsibilities of a project manager.
• Develop effective test-taking strategies for the PMP® exam.

Course Modules:

Day 1: Foundations and People Domain

• Module 1: Introduction to Project Management and the PMP® Exam
  • Overview of the PMP® certification process and exam structure.
  • Introduction to PMI®, the PMBOK® Guide, and other relevant standards.
  • Key project management terms and concepts.
  • Understanding the Project Lifecycle and different development approaches (predictive, agile, hybrid).
  • The role of the Project Manager.
  • PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
• Module 2: Creating a High-Performing Team (People Domain)
  • Building a team.
  • Defining team ground rules.
  • Negotiating project agreements.
  • Empowering team members and stakeholders.
  • Training team members and stakeholders.
  • Engaging and supporting virtual teams.
  • Building shared understanding about a project.