Lack of training among “experienced” project managers
From my participation on various PMP discussion boards, particularly those used by folks who wish to earn the PMP credential, I’ve noticed an interesting (and somewhat disturbing) trend. A significant...
View ArticleExample of how to approach a PMP exam question (Sample PMP Question Part 1)
Several PMP candidates on one of the PMP preparation message boards asked for an explanation of a PMP exam practice question that they had encountered. The members on the message board found it to be...
View ArticleLack of training among PMs – PMP Candidates – Follow-up
As promised, I’m following up on my post from Sept. 14, 2009: Lack of training among project managers. There continues to be widespread lack of formal project management training among PMP...
View ArticleIs studying the PMBOK Guide enough to pass the PMP certification?
I get this question a lot and find myself answering it over and over again, on message boards, blogs and in person. In doing so I’ve come to realize that a large number of PMP aspirants do not...
View ArticleHow is the PMP Certification different from I.T. “certs”?
Unlike I.T. “certs”, PMP Certification is a Professional Credential. I.T. and other technical certifications (e.g., MSCE, CCNA, CSJD, CSP, ITIL) are Knowledge based: Measures vocabulary, the...
View ArticleContribute to the Project Management Knowledge Base
One of the key professional responsibilities of a project manager is contributing to the project management knowledge base. What does this mean? In a nutshell, don’t keep your knowledge and experience...
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