Every project is unique. We learn lessons from each and every project. I suggested that the best way to prepare for PMP exam is to treat it as a project.
Every PMP aspirant takes a different approach. Documenting and learning the positives and negatives of their approach will be of great value to new aspirants.
As lessons learned from projects are of great value to an organization, the lessons learned from successful PMP candidates are of immense value to those who are preparing for the exam.
I would like to congratulate Mr. Vivekanand, who successfully passed the PMP examination on 6 Nov 2018. Sincere thanks to him for accepting my request to share his experience of the PMP journey. I am proud to say that Vivekanand attended my training programme in Chennai.
Read further where Vivekanand shares his success story.
Table of Contents
1. Your name
Vivekanand
2. Your Qualification
Degree in Engineering
3. Your Industry
Manufacturing
4. Years of Experience
More than 15 years
5. Where did you attend PMP training?
iTechGurus Education Solutions, Chennai
6. What is the mode of your training?
Class room based
7. How long did you prepare for the exam?
45-90 days
8. In your opinion, which is the best book for PMP exam preparation?
PMP Exam Prep by Rita Mulcahy
9. Did you take part in any online forum during the preparation?
-He did not answer this question-
10. Most useful online resource for PMP exam preparation
PMP Exam Prep Seminar – PMBOK Guide 6, by Joseph Phillips on Udemy
11. How did you prepare for the exam? What would you like to change if you would revisit the exam preparation period?
Read PMP Exam Prep by Rita Mulcahy and PMBOK Guide twice.
Took more practice tests and reviewed it.
Took up to 6 mock tests.
If need to revisit, I prefer to read PMBOK Guide and Rita Mulcahy’s book third time after taking the practice tests.
12. Easiest knowledge area?
-He did not answer this question-
13. Most difficult knowledge area?
-He did not answer this question-
14. Time taken to complete the exam?
Time was just enough
15. One last piece of advice for candidates preparing for the exam?
Reading two books is important, but twice or more depends on individual
For sure taking practice tests and reviewing them will help to face the PMP exam better
16. Do you have anything else to say?
The difficulty level is high in some mock exams and easy in some, but the actual PMP exam questions are of mixed level and completely situational and confusing. Practice helps a lot.
I hope the above success story of Mr. Vivekanand motivates you towards your own success.
If you are interested in sharing your PMP success story, you can use my PMP Lessons Learned form. Your PMP success story and valuable lessons learned will be shared on this blog for the benefit of other PMP aspirants.
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