Comprehensive Course Outline

Your complete guide to preparing for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam.

Mastering the : Project Landscape

A Comprehensive PMP® Preparation Course Outline

PMP® Preparation Course Outline

Domain I: People (42% of Exam)

This domain focuses on the soft skills required to effectively lead a project team, manage stakeholders, and foster a collaborative environment.

Module 1: Building and Leading a High-Performing Team

  • Creating a Team Charter and Ground Rules
  • Negotiating Project Agreements
  • Empowering and Engaging Team Members
  • Training, Coaching, and Mentoring
  • Building a Shared Understanding

Module 2: Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

  • Identifying and Analyzing Stakeholders
  • Developing a Stakeholder Engagement Plan
  • Managing Stakeholder Expectations
  • Effective Communication Planning

Module 3: Conflict Management and Problem Solving

  • Sources of Conflict & Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Collaborative Problem Solving
  • Removing Impediments and Blockers

Domain II: Process (50% of Exam)

This is the most extensive domain, covering the technical aspects of managing a project throughout its lifecycle.

Module 4: Project Initiation and Planning

  • Developing the Project Charter
  • Defining and Managing Scope (WBS)
  • Developing the Project Schedule & Budget
  • Planning for Resources, Quality, Risk, and Procurement
  • Integrating all Planning Activities

Module 5: Project Execution

  • Directing and Managing Project Work
  • Managing Project Knowledge & Communications
  • Acquiring and Developing the Project Team
  • Implementing Risk Responses & Conducting Procurements

Module 6: Monitoring and Controlling

  • Monitoring Project Work & Performing Integrated Change Control
  • Validating Scope, Controlling Schedule, and Budget
  • Controlling Quality, Resources, Risks, and Procurements

Module 7: Project Closure

  • Closing a Project or Phase
  • Capturing Lessons Learned
  • Transitioning Deliverables

Domain III: Business Environment (8% of Exam)

This domain emphasizes the connection between projects and the broader organizational strategy and environment.

Module 8: Project-Business Alignment

  • Understanding Organizational Strategy & Delivering Project Value
  • Project Governance and Compliance Management

Module 9: Organizational Change Management

  • Supporting Organizational Change
  • Evaluating the Impact of the External Business Environment

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