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- Definitely read the Agile Practice Guide by PMI at least twice.
- Take several mock tests and do lean in on the ones you get wrong. I did about 1500 questions total. One of the mock exams was from this course on Udemy; it does have many agile questions that I found were instrumental in my passing the exam (https://www.udemy.com/course/pmp-exam-situational-question-practice-test-200-q-pmbok6/).
- Watch YouTube channels: PMP with Ray, Aileen Ellis, and Andrew Ramdayal.
- I read the PMP Exam Simplified written by Andrew Ramdayal instead of the PMBOK. That material was given to me in PDF format by a school, and it looks like you can get it from Amazon, although I cannot guarantee that it’s the same material I received. (https://www.amazon.com/PMP-Exam-Prep-Simplified-Learning/dp/B08SBFTXQT/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pmp+exam+simplified&qid=1624489789&sprefix=pmp+exam+simpl&sr=8-3).
not free, but certainly affordable:
Joe Philips Udemy course ($12.99) https://www.udemy.com/course/capm-pmbok6/
Peter Landin's Practice Tests ($9.99) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XV1N9VJ
a lot of the free stuff you might find is questionable, outdated, or worse, or at best incomplete (a taste to get you to purchase the full package).
Get P. Landini's practice tests on amazon and do the Quick Quizzes for each Knowledge Area as you make your way through the coursework.
Then, when you are done, start taking the 50 question practice tests that span the full range of questions. Refer back to PMBOK sections to better understand incorrect answers.
Finally, take the 150 Question CAPM simulation at least once to guage your readiness. Do again if you score below 80%.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XV1N9VJ
Your scores on these practice tests will accurately guage your readiness to pass the actual CAPM.
very best wishes...
First off, becoming a member of PMI is totally optional and your choice. Some find value, others do not. Membership has absolutely no bearing on your credential.
Next, as far as Agile is concerned relative to CAPM, you can expect a dozen or so questions in the exam, but they do not go deep. So understanding the short sections in your PMBOK called Considerations for Agile/Adaptive Environments in each knowledge area should provide you with all the info you need.
If it doesn't tie together for you, allow me to suggest the Agile Quick Start Guide https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1502393468 as an easy to read introduction.
To actually prepare for the exam, you'll want to test yourself on practice questions, and this https://www.amazon.com/Project-Management-Practice-Questions-Certification/dp/1692528459 is probably the best one out there, and contains a section dedicated to Agile and the right percentage of Agile questions in the simulation exams, and at the proper depth for the CAPM.
I used the tia 35hr course it has the mindset videos https://www.tiaedu.com/training_pmp_course_nyc.html?gclid=CjwKCAiAkfucBhBBEiwAFjbkryvYtkzSoYCGpLUzEA_g6xd9YV5Uh9Nbl-KRczG1eiSkrATAeXPs5hoC70cQAvD_BwE
If you purchase the book the course is free https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SBFTXQT?ref_=cm_sw_r_apan_dp_2DZ80JVQDZ49ACJYS7E2
PMP Exam Prep Simplified includes a code in the back of the book to access his 35 hour course and practice exam for free. It's the same as his Udemy course, but not hosted on Udemy
Read PMBOK sections Considerations for Agile/Adaptive Environments in each knowledge area and test yourself using Landini's question sets:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XV1N9VJ
That will cover all agile material on CAPM
Is this test from Peter Landini’s Project Management: Practice Questions For CAPM and PMP Certification Exams? If so, this will help you give a good sense of how the questions are structured for the exam. They’re a lot closer than what PocketPrep offers.
Yes, these are base skills.
You need additional Project management and technical skills to go along with these skills.
How to get the skills? -- How about start with this book - Head first project management
The Peter Landini practice tests are most similar in content, style, and format to the actual exam.
Hint: all the practice tests are accessible online using a link provided when you purchase the book.
Pocket prep scores are NOT an indicator of your readiness to pass CAPM.
Why? The pocket prep questions are actually more difficult than the actual exam and it is shaking your confidence. They are phrased in a tricky and confusing way that is not at all like the CAPM.
Instead, use the Peter Landini tests, which are most similar in content, style, and format to the actual exam.
- Peter Landini Practice Tests : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XV1N9VJ
Do the 50 question sets, and the full 150 question simulation. If you score 70% you can consider that barely passing, 75-79% is a little better, and over 80% means you are all set to succeed.
You can do it!
hope this helps
Phillips Udemy is good, probably the best CAPM prep value for the money (he has PMP too). But, sorely lacking as it comes to Agile.
Rita materials are uninspired and pretty much useless, if you already have PMBOK-6 may as well just stick with that as a reference guide.
Peter Landini Practice Tests are the real deal! Just like the actual exam, including Agile (which several other prep tests seem to miss) And, its only $10 and comes with a link to online simulation tests (full 150 question)
If you need to read up on Agile, this Quick Start ($13.99) guide is good in covering the basics
Agile will account for about 10-15% of the exam, and spans across all Knowledge Areas and Process Groups, so be sure to be comfortable with the basics and key terms...
I'm no longer seeing that experience had to be in the last 6 years. It could be I saw it on an application some time ago. But the training requirement is 35 hours. Just fo and get one of the Udemy course for like $20 or less.
All you are doing is test prep with these courses. If you want to revamp your skill set, go and get the Rita Mukcahey training set on her website, or just the book.
Start doing practice tests to see what you have retained, what you understand, and what you need to go back to study.
Peter Landini's questions are most similar to the exam so you will get a realistic indicator of what you need to know, and in the format and style of the actual CAPM. you can purchase on Amazon : https://www.amazon.com/Project-Management-Practice-Questions-Certification/dp/1692528459
Start with the Quick Quizzes that are arranged by Knowledge Area, so you can progress chapter by chapter, then move on to the 50 question tests after you've completed the course. Finally, be sure to do the 150 question simulation exam to get a true reading on your readiness to pass.
If you are having trouble with the Udemy and PMBOK material, the "Head First" book by Jennifer Greene and Andrew Stellman is very good : https://www.amazon.com/Head-First-PMP-Management-Professional/dp/1492029645/
hope this helps...
Thanks for that. The link to AR's Udemy course is for 2021 exam though, you think it's still good?
I was thinking of buying this one, which seems to be the book + the same Udemy Videos https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SBFTXQT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_fabc_H43Z4YZ83WAYWVJ073K4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Thanks for that, I'm in the same boat, trying to set up a study plan.
Questions for you:
- When you refer to AR's udemy course, is it that one? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SBFTXQT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_fabc_H43Z4YZ83WAYWVJ073K4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
- What is TIA exams? I read a lot of people go for the Prepcast exam simulator, I suspect its something similar?
- Don't you plan on reading the PMBOK? Or just AR's course?
Pick up Peter Landini Practice Tests : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XV1N9VJ
Do the Quick Quizzes for each knowledge area as you complete them in your course work. Go back to read sections you get wrong or don't understand.
When you complete your course work, do the 50 question practice tests, and the 150 question simulation test. This will give you an indication of your overall readiness.
7/24 is a month away, seems like enough time, but not enough to lose focus! stay on top of your study schedule.
*** And, since your primary language is Spanish, look into the Language Aids option when registering for the exam. The exam is given in English, however the Language Aids will translate key words to your language of choice - However, to my understanding you have to select this option in advance)
Hope this helps...
Having already completed the master of project course, there is no need Udemy. All you should need now is a good set of practice tests and your PMBOK 6th edition for reference.
The best practice tests are these: https://www.amazon.com/Project-Management-Practice-Questions-Certification/dp/1692528459
Hi there! A couple things - the exam isn’t changing in October anymore, it’s been moved out a bit further.
I just passed mine yesterday so it’s all still fresh here!
Pete Landini questions buy the kindle version and go to the page with the link, and go through all the questions. These were the most helpful questions for me. Won’t go into too much detail in fear of sharing too much but I recommend these from the start.
Pocket Prep app - do the one month pack for $20, and go through as many as possible. These were harder than the exam imo once you start getting good at these, you know you’re getting the points
Ricardo Vagas processes video - I watched this a total of 4 times - first, watch all the way through. Second, take notes of everything he’s saying. Third, make notecards with descriptions of each process. 4th, watch through again without notes, really absorb it.
This is very important! PMI has been increasing its emphasis on Agile concepts, with CAPM devoting 10-15% of its questions and PMP up to 50% Agile-related questions.
For CAPM, the PMBOK 6th edition is still the source for the remainder of 2022, so be sure the review and re-read the Considerations for Adaptive/Agile Environments in each Knowledge Area.
Peter Landini's Practice Tests probably do the best job in simulating what you can expect on the actual exam, and has a separate section devoted to Agile question for extra emphasis.
-https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XV1N9VJ
If you need to read up on Agile, this Quick Start guide is good in covering the basics at an introductory level: https://www.amazon.com/Agile-Project-Management-QuickStart-Guide/dp/1502393468
there is no such thing as 'sub project' in PMi terms, so my advice for the OP is to refer to such experience as 'leading and directing project activities',
I would go for the CAPM as a first step towards PMP only if the project experience was so specialized that it does not translate well to PMBOK standards. In this case, using the CAPM as a stepping stone will offer the opportunity to learn and associate the text book terms and processes with prior job experiences. CAPM will be an easier exam to pass, get a credential, learn the PMBOK formalities, and springboard quickly to PMP.
If OP is already up to speed on PMI's methodology and has the experience, I'd look to bypassing the CAPM as perhaps an unnecessary step (read: time & money).
Here's a suggestion that can build confidence into this decision:
- Pick up Landini's practice questions on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Project-Management-Practice-Questions-Certification/dp/1692528459
- This book contains both CAPM and PMP practice tests.
- Without studying, take one of the PMP tests and see how you do... if you get somewhere close to a passing grade (say, 60% or better) stay the course directly to PMP. You will have to study hard for about 4-6 weeks and you can guage your progress using the set of practice tests.
- If you are not in tune with the material and fail the practice test miserably, drop back to CAPM is the first step. Get the methodology and terminology down cold and you will pass that easily, then move on to PMP.
Hope this helps....
I bought this book from Andrew Ramdayal based on Amazon reviews, and it comes with access to the TIA course. I read the whole book and did every practice question. The questions are MUCH easier than on the actual exam, but it did help me build my knowledge base as well as my confidence. PMP Prep Simplified
I also used the Pocket Prep app, which were a bit harder. Loved the instant feedback, and how you could just do a few questions whenever you had a moment.
Finally, I also did the free PrepCast simulator, which was helpful.
PMI's ethics and code of professional conduct are not targeted on the current CAPM exam, but IS included in the Exam Content Outline for the UPCOMING CAPM exam based on the 7th Ed PMBOK that will be introduced later this year.
I am not familiar with the PM Training material referenced in the OP, but it's inclusion in CURRENT CAPM prep materials and practice questions would lead me to believe that they've either jumped the gun on the new material (less likely), or have taken short cuts to reuse their PMP prep material (which SHOULD include ethics, etc) in building their pool of CAPM practice questions (more likely).
That would have me question the validity of the overall CAPM material from PM Training and look to another source for practice questions, such as the Peter Landini question sets available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Project-Management-Practice-Questions-Certification-ebook-dp-B07XV1N9VJ/dp/B07XV1N9VJ/
Peter Landini's practice tests are MUCH better than current RMC Learning materials (Rita died in 2010 but they still use her good name).
These are closer to the actual CAPM exam in content, style, and format, and is only $10.
And this one: A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide)–Sixth Edition https://www.amazon.com/dp/1628251840/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_W332ZPF3038K0BKV19VQ
Do you think these would be sufficient?
Don't waste you money with Rita products, they are no more than recycled PMBOK. Instead, get the actual PMBOK 6th Ed. and use it as a reference when doing practice tests.
On that note, Landinis practice tests are MUCH better than pocket prep, and closer to the actual CAPM, and its only $10.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XV1N9VJ
If you want something to read as you make your way through Udemy, try this :
https://www.amazon.com/Head-First-PMP-Management-Professional/dp/1492029645/
It is very understandable, logical, and you will actually learn the concepts through the examples.
Best Wishes...
so april give you about 3 months to complete the course and prepare for the exam. that should be suffice, as long as there are no major distractions. keep an eye on the pmi.org site for an announcement as to when CAPM exam cuts over to 7th Edition PMBOK, as you'll want to avoid dealing with new exam content.
definitely plan to go to a testing center. many have discussed tech problems, glitches, and other issues with the online proctored test. Unless you live a thousand miles from a test site, or we have another Covid lockdown, take the path of least resistance...
as far as additional study materials, i recommend Peter Landinis Practice Tests https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XV1N9VJ
Use the quick quizzes as you move through your 23 hour coursework, then spend about 2 weeks taking the 50 question practice tests and 150 question simulation exams before writing the actual exam. Consistent scores of 80% or better will tell you that you are ready to go.
best wishes...
Peter Landini's online version of the practice questions from his book are by far the closest to the actual exam that I found. He also has an agile quiz.
Link to the book: Project Management: Practice Questions For CAPM and PMP Certification Exams