Day 14 Summary Report : “Project Management

Professional (PMP) Report”

Name: Riyaz Uddin

Internship Program: Arena Web Security
Batch: 52
Date: 16.02.2025
Email: riyazuddin.ctgt45@gmail.com

1. Introduction to PMP
The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a globally recognized credential awarded
by the Project Management Institute (PMI). It validates a professional’s ability to manage and lead
projects effectively across various industries.
1.1 Importance of PMP Certification
• Globally Recognized – Accepted in over 200 countries.
• Career Growth – Increases opportunities for promotions and leadership roles.
• Higher Salary – PMP-certified professionals earn 25%-30% more than non-certified project
managers.
• Agile + Waterfall Expertise – Covers both modern Agile methodologies and traditional Waterfall
approaches.
• Strategic Management Skills – Enhances project planning, execution, and risk management
abilities.
2. PMP Certification Eligibility Requirements
To apply for the PMP certification, candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
2.1 For Bachelor's Degree Holders
• Minimum 3 years (36 months) of project management experience.
• 35 hours of project management training or CAPM certification.
2.2 For High School Diploma or Associate Degree Holders
• Minimum 5 years (60 months) of project management experience.
• 35 hours of project management training or CAPM certification.
3. PMP Exam Structure
 • Duration: 3 hours 50 minutes
• Total Questions: 180 (Multiple Choice)
• Exam Sections:
o People (42%) – Team management, leadership, and conflict resolution.
o Process (50%) – Project execution, monitoring, and control techniques.
o Business Environment (8%) – Strategic project alignment and risk management.
4. Benefits of PMP Certification
• Career Advancement: PMP certification opens doors to senior positions in top companies.
• Salary Increase: PMP-certified managers earn significantly more than their non-certified peers.
• Industry Recognition: Recognized by Fortune 500 companies and global organizations.
• Skill Development: Enhances leadership, strategic thinking, and risk mitigation capabilities.
5. PMP Exam Preparation Guide
5.1 Recommended Study Materials
• PMBOK Guide (Project Management Body of Knowledge) – Official PMI textbook.
• Rita Mulcahy’s PMP Exam Prep – Best-selling PMP exam guide.
• Head First PMP – Easy-to-understand visual learning approach.
5.2 Online Training Courses
• Udemy – PMP Certification Exam Prep (Joseph Phillips)
• Coursera – Google Project Management Course
• PMI Authorized PMP Exam Prep
5.3 Study Techniques
• Practice Exams & Mock Tests – Solve simulated exams.
• Join PMP Training Classes – PMI, Udemy, Coursera.
• Engage in PMP Study Groups – Reddit, LinkedIn, PMP Forums.
6. Steps to Obtain PMP Certification
1. Create a PMI Account & Apply Online (www.pmi.org)
2. Submit Experience & Training Details
3. Pass the PMI Audit Process (if required)
4. Pay Exam Fee – PMI Members: $405 | Non-Members: $555
5. Schedule and Take the PMP Exam – Pearson VUE Test Center or Online Proctored Exam
 6. Receive PMP Certification – Valid for 3 years
7. Maintaining PMP Certification
To maintain PMP certification, you must earn 60 PDUs (Professional Development Units) over three
years through:
• Completing project management courses.
• Writing blogs or research papers.
• Participating in project management events.

Here is a detailed breakdown of the Project Management Professional (PMP)

Course from Udemy, covering all main topics, subtopics, and sub-subtopics.

1. Project Management Framework

1.1 Project & Project Management Basics
• What is a project?
• Project vs. Operations
• Program and Portfolio Management
• Project Context and Environment
1.2 Organizational Structures & Governance
• Functional vs. Matrix vs. Projectized Structures
• Governance, Policies, and Standards
1.3 Project Lifecycle & Process Groups
• Five Process Groups (Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Controlling, Closing)
• 10 Knowledge Areas according to PMBOK Guide

2. Integration Management
2.1 Developing Project Charter
• Components of a Project Charter
• Stakeholder Inputs
2.2 Developing Project Management Plan
 • Different Subsidiary Plans (Scope, Schedule, Cost, Quality, Risk, etc.)
• Baselines & Performance Measurement
2.3 Directing & Managing Work
• Work Performance Data & Information
• Change Requests & Change Control
2.4 Monitoring & Controlling Project Work
• Performance Reporting
• Corrective & Preventive Actions
2.5 Closing the Project
• Final Deliverables Acceptance
• Lessons Learned Documentation

3. Scope Management
3.1 Planning Scope Management
• Steps to Develop a Scope Management Plan
3.2 Collecting Requirements
• Stakeholder Requirements Analysis
• Techniques: Interviews, Surveys, Focus Groups
3.3 Defining Scope
• Project Scope Statement
• Product Scope vs. Project Scope
3.4 Creating Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• WBS Components & Hierarchical Breakdown
• WBS Dictionary
3.5 Validating & Controlling Scope
• Scope Creep vs. Gold Plating
• Change Control Process

4. Schedule Management
4.1 Defining Activities
 • Activity List & Activity Attributes
4.2 Sequencing Activities
• Precedence Diagramming (Finish-to-Start, Start-to-Start, etc.)
• Dependency Determination (Mandatory vs. Discretionary)
4.3 Estimating Activity Durations
• Analogous vs. Parametric Estimating
• Three-Point Estimating (PERT)
4.4 Developing & Controlling the Schedule
• Critical Path Method (CPM)
• Schedule Compression (Crashing & Fast Tracking)

5. Cost Management
5.1 Planning Cost Management
• Cost Baseline Development
5.2 Estimating & Budgeting Costs
• Bottom-Up Estimating
• Reserve Analysis (Contingency & Management Reserves)
5.3 Controlling Costs
• Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Cost Variance (CV) & Schedule Variance (SV)

6. Quality Management
6.1 Planning Quality Management
• Quality Metrics & Checklists
6.2 Managing & Controlling Quality
• Quality Audits & Statistical Process Control
• Six Sigma & Continuous Improvement

7. Resource Management
7.1 Planning Resource Management
 • RACI Matrix
• Organizational Breakdown Structure (OBS)
7.2 Acquiring & Developing Resources
• Team Formation & Motivation Theories (Maslow, Herzberg)
7.3 Managing & Controlling Resources
• Conflict Resolution Strategies
• Resource Optimization Techniques

8. Communication Management
8.1 Planning Communications
• Communication Channels Formula (N(N-1)/2)
8.2 Managing & Monitoring Communication
• Performance Reporting & Information Distribution

9. Risk Management
9.1 Planning Risk Management
• Risk Breakdown Structure (RBS)
9.2 Identifying & Analyzing Risks
• Qualitative vs. Quantitative Risk Analysis
• Probability & Impact Matrix
9.3 Developing Risk Responses
• Risk Avoidance, Mitigation, Acceptance
9.4 Monitoring & Controlling Risks
• Contingency Plans & Workarounds

10. Procurement Management

10.1 Planning & Conducting Procurements
• Contract Types (Fixed-Price, Cost-Reimbursable, Time & Material)
10.2 Controlling & Closing Procurements
• Vendor Performance Evaluation
11. Stakeholder Management
11.1 Identifying & Engaging Stakeholders
• Stakeholder Register & Stakeholder Analysis
11.2 Managing & Monitoring Stakeholder Engagement
• Power/Interest Grid & Influence Strategies

12. Agile & Hybrid Project Management

12.1 Agile Principles & Mindset
• Agile Manifesto & Values
12.2 Scrum Framework & Kanban
• Scrum Roles, Artifacts & Ceremonies
12.3 Hybrid Approaches
• Combining Waterfall & Agile

13. PMP Exam Preparation

13.1 PMP Exam Overview
• Question Types & Exam Pattern
13.2 Study Plan & Exam Strategies
• Time Management & Mock Exams

Summary
This breakdown gives you a complete roadmap of the PMP course, ensuring you understand each topic,
subtopic, and detailed sub-subtopics. If you need more details on any specific section, let me know! 😊