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PMP® Exam Prep Boot Camp - New Zealand

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Project Management Professional (PMP)® Syllabus

The PMP® Certification Exam Has Changed - The new version of the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam launched on 2 January 2021.

This exam boot camp will cover the following topics:

Domain 1: People

Task 1: Manage conflict

Interpret Source and Stage of Conflict
Analyse Context for Conflict
Evaluate/Recommend/Reconcile Appropriate Conflict Resolution Solution

Task 2: Lead a Team

Set a Clear Vision and Mission
Support Diversity and Inclusion
Value Servant Leadership
Determine an Appropriate Leadership Style
Inspire, Motivate, and Influence Team Members or Stakeholders
Analyse Team Members and Stakeholders Influence
Distinguish Various Options to Lead Various Team Members and Stakeholders

Task 3: Support Team Performance

Appraise Team Member Performance Against Key Performance Indicators
Support and Recognise Team Member Growth and Development
Determine Appropriate Feedback Approach
Verify Performance Improvements

Task 4: Empower Team Members and Stakeholders

Organise Around Team Strengths
Support Team Task Accountability
Evaluate Demonstration of Task Accountability
Determine and Bestow Levels of Decision-Making Authority

Task 5: Ensure Team Members or Stakeholders are Adequately Trained

Determine Required Competencies and Elements of Training
Determine Training Options Based on Training Needs
Allocate Resources for Training
Measure Training Outcomes

Task 6: Build a Team

Appraise Stakeholder Skills
Deduce Project Resource Requirements
Continuously Assess and Refresh Team Skills to Meet Project Needs
Maintain Team and Knowledge Transfer

Task 7: Address and Remove Impediments, Obstacles, and Blockers for Team

Determine and Prioritise Critical Impediments, Obstacles, and Blockers for Team
Use Network to Implement Solutions to Remove Impediments, Obstacles, and Blockers for Team
Re-Assess Continually to Ensure Impediments, Obstacles, and Blockers for Team is being Addressed

Task 8: Collaborate with Stakeholders

Evaluate Engagement Needs for Stakeholders
Optimise Alignment Between Stakeholder Needs, Expectations and Project
Objectives
Build Trust and Influence Stakeholders to Accomplish Project Objectives

Task 9: Engage and Support Virtual Teams

Examine Virtual Team Member Needs
Investigate Alternatives
Implement Options for Virtual Team Member Engagement
Continually Evaluate Effectiveness of Virtual Team Member Engagement

Task 10: Mentor Relevant Stakeholders

Allocate Time to Mentoring
Recognise and Act on Mentoring Opportunities

Task 11: Promote Team Performance Through Application of Emotional Intelligence

Assess Behaviour Through Use of Personality Indicators
Analyse Personality Indicators and Adjust to Emotional Needs of Key Project Stakeholders

Domain 2: Process

Task 1: Execute Project with Urgency Required to Deliver Business Value

Assess Opportunities to Deliver Value Incrementally
Examine Business Value Throughout Project
Support Team to Subdivide Project Tasks as Necessary to Find Minimum Viable Product

Task 2: Manage Communications

Analyse Communication Needs of All Stakeholders
Determine Communication Methods, Channels, Frequency and Level of Detail for all Stakeholders
Communicate Project Information and Updates Effectively
Confirm Communication is Understood and Feedback is Received

Task 3: Assess and Manage Risks

Determine Risk Management Options
Iteratively Assess and Priorities Risks

Task 4: Engage Stakeholders

Analyse Stakeholders
Categories Stakeholders
Engage Stakeholders Category
Develop, Execute and Validate a Strategy for Stakeholder Engagement

Task 5: Plan and Manage Budget and Resources

Estimate Budgetary Needs to be Based on Scope of Project and Lessons Learned from Past Projects
Anticipate Future Budget Challenges
Monitor Budget Variations and Work with Governance Process to Adjust as Necessary
Plan and Manage Resources

Task 6: Plan and Manage Schedule

Estimate Project Tasks
Utilise Benchmarks and Historical Data
Prepare Schedule Based on Methodology
Measure Ongoing Progress Based on Methodology
Modify Schedule, as Needed, Based on Methodology
Coordinate with Other Projects and Other Operations

Task 7: Plan and Manage Quality of Products/Deliverables

Determine Quality Standard Required for Project Deliverables
Recommend Options for Improvement Based on Quality Gaps
Continually Survey Project Deliverable Quality

Task 8: Plan and Manage Scope

Determine and Priorities Requirements
Break Down Scope
Monitor and Validate Scope

Task 9: Integrate Project Planning Activities

Consolidate Project or Phase Plans
Assess Consolidated Project Plans for Dependencies, Gaps and Continued Business Value
Analyse Data Collected
Collect and Analyse Data to Make Informed Project Decisions
Determine Critical Information Requirements

Task 10: Manage Project Changes

Anticipate and Embrace Need for Change
Determine Strategy to Handle Change
Execute Change Management Strategy According to Methodology
Determine a Change Response to Move Project Forward

Task 11: Plan and Manage Procurement

Define Resource Requirements and Needs
Communicate Resource Requirements
Manage Suppliers or Contracts
Plan and Manage Procurement Strategy
Develop a Delivery Solution

Task 12: Manage Project Artifacts

Determine Requirements for Managing Project Artifacts
Validate Project Information is Kept Up to Date and Accessible to all Stakeholders
Continually Assess Effectiveness of Management of Project Artifacts

Task 13: Determine Appropriate Project Methodology or Methods and Practices

Assess Project Needs, Complexity and Magnitude
Recommend Project Execution Strategy
Recommend a Project Methodology or Approach
Use Iterative, Incremental Practices Throughout Project Life Cycle

Task 14: Establish Project Governance Structure

Determine Appropriate Governance for a Project
Define Escalation Paths and Thresholds

Task 15: Manage Project Issues

Recognise when a Risk Becomes an Issue
Attack Issue with Optimal Action to Achieve Project Success
Collaborate with Relevant Stakeholders on Approach to Resolve Issues

Task 16: Ensure Knowledge Transfer for Project Continuity

Discuss Project Responsibilities within Team
Outline Expectations for Working Environment
Confirm Approach for Knowledge Transfers

Task 17: Plan and Manage Project or Phase Closure or Transitions

Determine Criteria to Successfully Close Project or Phase
Validate Readiness for Transition
Conclude Activities to Close Out Project or Phase

Domain 3: Business Environment

Task 1: Plan and Manage Project Compliance

Confirm Project Compliance Requirements
Classify Compliance Categories
Determine Potential Threats to Compliance
Use Methods to Support Compliance
Analyse Consequences of Noncompliance
Determine Necessary Approach and Action to Address Compliance Needs
Measure Extent to Which Project is complying

Task 2: Evaluate and Deliver Project Benefits and Value

Investigate How Benefits are Identified
Document Agreement on Ownership for Ongoing Benefit Realisation
Verify Measurement System is in Place to Track Benefits
Evaluate Delivery Options to Demonstrate Value
Appraise Stakeholders of Value Gain Progress

Task 3: Evaluate and Address External Business Environment Changes for Impact on Scope

Survey Changes to External Business Environment
Assess and Prioritise Impact on Project Scope or Backlog Based on Changes in External Business Environment
Recommend Options for Scope or Backlog Changes
Continually Review External Business Environment for Impacts on Project Scope or Backlog

Task 4: Support Organisational Change

Assess Organisational Culture
Evaluate Impact of Organisational Change to Project and Determine Required Actions
Evaluate Impact of Project to Organisation and Determine Required Actions

The Knowledge Academy is a Registered Education Provider (R.E.P) and is approved to provide PDUs by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. R.E.P Licensed Provider. ID: 3444. This PMP® Training Course satisfies the 35 hours of contact required to take the PMP® Exam.

PMP is a registered trademark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

PMI is a registered trademark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

PMBOK is a registered trademark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

The PMI Registered Education Provider logo is a registered mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

Who should attend this Project Management Professional (PMP)® Exam Prep Boot Camp?

The PMP® Certification Exam Has Changed - The new version of the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam launched on 2 January 2021.

Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification is an industry approved qualification for project managers. PMP® shows the education, experience, skill and competency required to manage and direct projects. Project Management Professional (PMP)® is very much in demand certification provided by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Project Management Institute certification and certifications are identified by their global application and development, which makes them portable over industries and geographic borders. The PMP certification explains to clients, employers and colleagues that a project manager should have project management experience, understanding and skills to take projects towards the successful completion.

In this 4 Days Project Management Professional (PMP)® course, delegates will become familiar with ways to attack issues or problems with optimal actions to achieve project success. This training will provide knowledge about various strategies to plan and manage procurement. Delegates will also get to know about project methodology and practices for effectively and efficiently managing projects. This course will be taught by our expert trainers who have years of experience in teaching such courses.

PMP® Exam Prep Boot Camp Course Prerequisites

No prior certifications are required, but delegates will thrive if they possess experience or knowledge of:

Leading Projects
Managing Projects

PMP® Exam Prerequisites

To apply for the exam, The Project Management Institute (PMI)® requires that you have either:

A four-year degree (Bachelor’s or Global degree), 4,500 hours leading or directing projects, and 35 hours of project management education
A Secondary Degree (High school diploma or equivalent), 7,500 hours leading or directing projects, and 35 hours of project management education

Please note, this course provides you with 37.5 hours of project management education, therefore fills the last criterion for the two prerequisite options.

PMP is a registered trademark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

Project Management Professional (PMP)® Exam Prep Boot Camp Training Overview

The PMP® Certification Exam Has Changed - The new version of the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam launched on 2 January 2021.

Project Managers are imperative in every industry, and the fundamental concepts that determine the success of a manager do not drastically differ between industries - hence The Project Management Professional (PMP)® credential is a widely recognized and renowned certification which is beneficial for progressive Project Managers looking to enhance their qualification portfolio, management competencies, credibility, salary, and employability prospects.

This Project Management Professional (PMP)® Exam Prep Boot Camp Training Course allows you to develop your project management self-efficacy and delivery techniques, in order to make you a proficient Project Manager across a variety of projects, regardless of size, scope, or budget.

Centered around the ‘Project Management Body of Knowledge', (PMBOK® Guide 6th edition), the PMP® Exam Prep Boot Camp Training Course is designed to enhance your knowledge and project management credibility - demonstrating that you have extensive experience, education, and awareness of applicable management techniques.

Given the comprehensive entry requirements, this qualification is a signifier of professionalism that only the most elite Project Managers can attain - elevating your credibility and integrity, in a competitive market.

Our highly engaging instructors are there to help you tailor your learning to specific professional and personal development needs - proactive and practical elements of the PMP® Exam Prep Boot Camp Training Course will help you develop transferable skills. Critical decisions are pivotal in determining whether a Project Manager is deemed capable or not, hence, having extensive knowledge can help to justify business cases and ensure that informed decisions are made, rather than impulsive choices.

As the demand for astute Project Managers increases, parallel to the requirement for projects to be punctual, of quality, and within budget, the PMP® certification positions candidates optimally to be able to contribute to the completion of projects.

The Knowledge Academy is a Authorized Training Partner (A.T.P) and is approved to provide PDUs by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. A.T.P Licensed Provider. ID: 3444. This PMP® Training Course satisfies the 35 hours of contact required to take the PMP® Exam.

PMP is a registered trademark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

PMI is a registered trademark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

PMBOK is a registered trademark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

The PMI Registered Education Provider logo is a registered mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

The Project Management Professional (PMP)® Exam Prep Boot Camp Information

The PMP® Certification Exam Has Changed - The new version of the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam launched on 2 January 2021.

Delegates shall be provided with:

{duration} Days of live, instructor-led classroom training
Guidance on the Exam application process
37.5 PMI Required Contact Hours of project management education
A course completion certificate to validate course attendance

The Exam consists of:

200 MCQs. 175 are scored questions and 25 are unscored, pre-test questions (these do not get counted towards your final score)
4 hours to complete the exam with no scheduled breaks
The exam is in English however if you require additional language aids, they are provided in 14 other languages at no extra cost
A calculator is provided (you may not bring your own)

The exam covers 3 key areas in Project Management. The percentages detail what percentage of the questions are covered in each area:

People (42%)
Process (50%)
Business Environment (8%)

Total – 100%

The pass mark is not set. It is dependent on how you answer questions that are of varying levels of difficulty. Please do not confuse the pass mark with being 61%; it was previously 61% but is no longer a set percentage.

From the date you pass your exam, you have three years to earn 60 PDUs. Every subsequent three years also requires a further 60 PDUs. One Professional Development Unit is equivalent to one hour of learning or activity in Project management. You can achieve your 60 PDUs with further education, organising meetings, watching videos, participation in online or digital media.

To apply for the exam, The Project Management Institute (PMI)® requires that you have either:

A four-year degree (Bachelor’s or Global degree), 4,500 hours leading or directing projects, and 35 hours of project management education
A Secondary Degree (High school diploma or equivalent), 7,500 hours leading or directing projects, and 35 hours of project management education

Please note, this course provides you with 37.5 hours of project management education, therefore fills the last criterion for the two prerequisite options.

Exam Pass Guarantee

The Knowledge Academy offers an Exam Pass Guarantee which gives you the confidence that we will support your learning until you pass the exam. We guarantee that you will pass the exam after completing our PMP® class. If you do not pass the exam on the 1st attempt, we will allow you to attend the class free of charge. Should you fail the exam on your 2nd attempt, you will still be eligible to enroll in the class again, at no extra cost. All we require is for you to take the exam within 30 days of completing the class, attend all class days, and complete all class assignments, including your PMP® practice exams. PMP® examination results must be verified to confirm re-enrolment and are subject to availability.

Money Back Guarantee

We are so confident in our PMP® course that we offer a full money-back guarantee if you do not pass the exam after 3 attempts. All we require is for you to take the exam within 30 days of completing a class, attend all class days and complete all class assignments, including your PMP® practice exams.

PMP is a registered trademark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

PMI is a registered trademark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

PMBOK is a registered trademark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

The PMI Registered Education Provider logo is a registered mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

Why choose us

Ways to take this course

Our easy to use Virtual platform allows you to sit the course from home with a live instructor. You will follow the same schedule as the classroom course, and will be able to interact with the trainer and other delegates.

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Our fully interactive online training platform is compatible across all devices and can be accessed from anywhere, at any time. All our online courses come with a standard 90 days access that can be extended upon request. Our expert trainers are constantly on hand to help you with any questions which may arise.

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This is our most popular style of learning. We run courses in 1200 locations, across 200 countries in one of our hand-picked training venues, providing the all important ‘human touch’ which may be missed in other learning styles.

Highly experienced trainers

All our trainers are highly qualified, have 10+ years of real-world experience and will provide you with an engaging learning experience.

State of the art training venues

We only use the highest standard of learning facilities to make sure your experience is as comfortable and distraction-free as possible

Small class sizes

We limit our class sizes to promote better discussion and ensuring everyone has a personalized experience

Great value for money

Get more bang for your buck! If you find your chosen course cheaper elsewhere, we’ll match it!

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This is the same great training as our classroom learning but carried out at your own business premises. This is the perfect option for larger scale training requirements and means less time away from the office.

Tailored learning experience

Our courses can be adapted to meet your individual project or business requirements regardless of scope.

Maximise your training budget

Cut unnecessary costs and focus your entire budget on what really matters, the training.

Team building opportunity

This gives your team a great opportunity to come together, bond, and discuss, which you may not get in a standard classroom setting.

Monitor employees progress

Keep track of your employees’ progression and performance in your own workspace.

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Frequently asked questions

FAQ's

Are you approved to provide PDUs and what is your R.E.P provider number?

Do I receive a certificate?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion showing that you completed the course and earned the 35 contact hours required for you to take the Exam.

Does Exam Prep Boot Camp course satisfy the 35 contact hours needed to sit for the exam?

Yes, this course exceeds the 35 contact hours required to sit for the exam and actually provides 37.5. We provide you with a certificate of completion at the end of the course that you can submit to PMI® if you are audited.

What does The Knowledge Academy provide me with on the course?

4 days of classroom training, 37.5 PMI® required contact hours, guidance with exam application process, and support to maintain PDUs and extensive practice test questions with prep workbook.

How do I remain certified?

Are there any pre-requisites for the examination?

To apply for the exam, the Project Management Institute (PMI)® requires that you have either: A university degree and at least three years of project management experience, with 4,500 hours leading and directing projects and 35 hours of project management education (PDUs), or a secondary diploma (high school or the global equivalent) with at least five years of project management experience, with 7,500 hours leading and directing projects and 35 hours of project management education (PDUs).

Does the course fee include exams?

The course fee does not include the exam as you need to apply directly to The Project Management Institute (PMI)® to book and take your exam at a Pearson Vue.

When and where do I take the exam?

The exam is administered at Pearson Vue. Pearson Vue has hundreds of centers worldwide and usually offers the exam Monday through Saturday. Since each center is independently operated, you should check with your local center for hours of operation and exam availability. You can locate the centers nearest you by visiting https://home.pearsonvue.com/pmi. Note that, in some cases, the availability of testing appointments reflected online may seem rather limited. We recommend you call the center directly if this happens, as the availability shown online may not always reflect the true availability (due to cancellations, re-scheduling, etc.). Our students have found this to be very helpful in many cases.

What is our 100% Exam Pass Guarantee?

Our PMP® Exam Pass Guarantee which gives you confidence that we will support your learning until you pass your PMP® exam. If you do not pass the exam on the 1st attempt, we will allow you to attend the class free of charge and should you fail the exam on your 2nd attempt, you will still be eligible to enrol in the class again, at no extra cost. All we require is for you to take the exam within 30 days of completing the class, attend all class days and complete all class assignments, including your PMP® practice exams.

What is our 100% Money-Back Guarantee?

What is our 100% Best Price Guarantee?

As well as providing high quality PMP® certification training in {location}, we also provide it at the best price. We'll beat any like for like quote from our competitors, just send us the quote and we’ll do the rest and make sure you don’t pay more, for less!

What is our Guaranteed To Run Courses Policy?

All PMP® exam prep classes are 100% guaranteed to run on the dates listed. We are committed to providing you the best training experience we can and if unforeseen circumstances occur and we have to cancel a class we will reschedule to another class at your convenience.

What is the cost/training fees for PMP® Exam Prep Boot Camp certification in New Zealand?

The price for PMP® Exam Prep Boot Camp certification in New Zealand starts from NZD1595

Which is the best training institute/provider of PMP® Exam Prep Boot Camp in New Zealand?

The Knowledge Academy is the Leading global training provider in the world for PMP® Exam Prep Boot Camp.

What are the best PMP® Training courses in New Zealand?

Please see our PMP® Training courses available in New Zealand

Why choose us

Best price in the industry

You won't find better value in the marketplace. If you do find a lower price, we will beat it.

Trusted & Approved

The Knowledge Academy is a Registered Education Provider and we are approved to provide PDUs by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. (R.E.P) Licensed Provider. ID: 3444

Many delivery methods

Flexible delivery methods are available depending on your learning style.

High quality resources

Resources are included for a comprehensive learning experience.

"Really good course and well organised. Trainer was great with a sense of humour - his experience allowed a free flowing course, structured to help you gain as much information & relevant experience whilst helping prepare you for the exam"

Joshua Davies, Thames Water