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I recently finished my 35 hour PMP exam prep course by Joseph Phillips - now on to applying to the Project Management Institute for the PMP certification! 🚀 The final sections of the course were all about agile. While I've never managed a project specifically using an agile framework, I was surprised to find I actually knew a lot more about agile than I thought (thanks to the wonderful vendors Maryville University has worked with!) and I can see how I've incorporated many agile elements into different projects. This fit the overall trend with this course for me where I could match the material to my own experiences, which has been a real confidence booster. ⭐ If you are a PMP, I'd love if you can share your study tips! What are the best resources your utilized? Where can I find good practice exams? What was your prep strategy? #pmp #pmpexam #pmpexamprep #projectmanagement #projectmanager #keepmovingforward

My next milestone has been achieved! I successfully passed the PMI-ACP exam, scoring Above Target in all seven domains. I am now a certified Agile Practitioner by Project Management Institute. I hope that in combination with my PMP certificate, this accomplishment will be a valuable addition to my professional journey. #pmiacp #pmp #agile

I'm thrilled to share that I've officially become a PMP®! After months of rigorous studying and preparation, I'm proud to say that I've passed the PMP exam. This was no easy feat, with the exam being almost four hours long and containing knowledge-based situational questions. For those of you considering pursuing your PMP, I want to emphasize that this is not an exam that can be passed simply by memorizing material. You must have a deep understanding of project management, people management, agile frameworks, and the agile way of working. Here are some things that I did that I believe helped me pass: - Started studying several months in advance to ensure a thorough understanding of project management and agile concepts. - Read the PMBOK® Guide 7th edition and studied agile resources recommended by PMI. - Took Andrew Ramdayal's excellent course on Udemy to learn process terminology and specifics that the navy does not use. - Watched David McLachlan's videos on YouTube, including the 150 PMBOK Scenario Based Questions, 100 Waterfall Questions, and 200 Agile PMP Questions. I highly recommend that all fellow navy leaders pursue their PMP certification. It's a great certification to have for your follow-on career, and it can also be extremely useful in planning and execution of our maintenance availabilities, EDSRAs, or other major projects. #pmp #pmpcertification #pmpexamprep #pmpexam #capm #capmexam

I'm extremely excited to share that I'm officially a PMP®! After months of studying and preparation, I've passed my PMP exam from Project Management Institute in ALL domains on my very first attempt! The PMP is probably the most intense exam I've ever taken, being four hours long, with purely knowledge based situational questions. For those looking to get your PMP, this is not an exam you can study for and just memorize material, you have to know project management, people management, agile frameworks, and the agile way of working, inside and out. Admittedly, I am not a great test taker. So I was extremely nervous to take on the pursuit of getting my PMP Certification, even though I knew it was something that I truly wanted to do. With that, I wanted to pass on some knowledge to those also in pursuit of their PMP. Things I did that I believed helped me pass: 1. Andrew Ramdayal : PMP Exam Prep Course 35 PDU (Udemy), this covers complete Predictive, Agile and Hybrid methods and importantly, one must Go through "Mindset" section which is crucial and extremely a game changer. Thank you for the excellent course. 2. Andrew Ramdayal : TIA Simulator (https://lnkd.in/gdfDXgvz) This simulator has fantastic questions and video-based explanations by Andrew. 3. David McLachlan's video's on YouTube. ALL OF THEM. Specifically watching the 150 PMBOK Scenario Based Questions, 100 Waterfall Questions, and 200 Agile PMP Questions (These videos are long...like 6+ HOURS long each, but they REALLY put you in the mindset to be able to answer scenario knowledge based questions) A special shout out to my husband Karthik Dodda for his extensive support, motivation and encouragement throughout the process. This PMP certification is not just a badge on my LinkedIn profile; it symbolizes a commitment to excellence, continuous learning, and a passion for effective project management. I am excited to apply these skills in my current and future endeavours. #PMPExamPrep #PMPExamQuestion #PMPCertification #ProjectManagement #PMP2024 #ExamPreparation #StudyHard #SuccessInSight #PMPCommunity #ProjectManagement #PMPExam

Another milestone achieved! I am thrilled to announce that I have officially become PMI-ACP certified! 🎉✨ The PMI-ACP (Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner) certification is a testament to my expertise and proficiency in Agile project management methodologies. It has been an incredible journey of learning and growth, and I am excited to apply this knowledge to drive successful projects. #PMIACP #AgileProjectManagement #milestoneachievement

Updates on my ongoing PMP Certification Exam Prep Course 35 PDU Contact Hours/ PDU by @Andrew Ramdayal Day 10 Still under the topic of Agile and Scrum, I was introduced to Value Stream Map. I learnt that it is the optimize flow of information or materials to complete a process. Hence, reduces waste that is, waiting times or unnecessary work. Again, I learnt that Pre-Mortems refers to team meeting that loook at possible things that can cause failure during a project before they take place and has some steps its includes. Retrospective is also a special meeting that takes place after each iteration. Help inspect and improve methods and team work. Also offers immediate value. NB: It should have a 2 hour time limit. I learnt a lot but these are the very few I can state. Register this PMP Course and learn a lot from @Andrew Ramdayal if you want to become a good Project manager professional. #projectmanagement #womenintech

🎉 🎉 Exciting News! 🎉🎉 I am thrilled to announce that I have successfully obtained the PMI-ACP® (Agile Certified Practitioner) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI). This accomplishment marks a significant milestone in my professional journey and underscores my commitment to agile methodologies and continuous improvement. Earning the PMI-ACP® certification involved rigorous study and a deep dive into agile principles, practices, and tools. This certification is a testament to my dedication to fostering flexibility, collaboration, and delivering value in dynamic project environments. I want to extend my gratitude to everyone who has supported me along the way, including my mentors, colleagues, and the project management community. Your encouragement and insights have been invaluable. As a Project Management Professional (PMP) and now an Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP), I am eager to leverage these skills to drive successful project outcomes, enhance team collaboration, and deliver exceptional value to clients and stakeholders. Looking forward to the new opportunities and challenges ahead as I continue to grow and contribute to the field of project management. Thank you for being part of my journey! #ProjectManagement #PMIACP #AgilePractitioner #ContinuousImprovement #ProfessionalGrowth

I'm back to sharing PMP study materials and notes! Here's an Executing Process Group & processes overview. 🤩 🧠 As I was studying for the PMP it helped to make visuals and study notes- synthesizing information and creating something new creates concrete connections in your brain. (I passed AT/AT/AT with under 30 days of prep using this method!) 🍎 Of course the teacher side of me loves to share and help others, so feel free to use them for your own purposes! ❓ Have something to add? Would something else be helpful? Please share feedback and let me know in the comments! 😎 Tomorrow I'll share an overview of the Monitoring & Controlling Process Group! 👀 I'll be sharing more "one-pagers" and resources I make or find for PMP prep and boosting PM skills, so follow along for more! Happy studying my friends! 🙌 _____ ♻ Like this post? Please react, comment, or repost! Hi, I'm Melissa- a Project Management Professional (#PMP), Certified Scrum Master (#CSM), and Certified Scrum Product Owner (#CSPO). I'm actively looking for a great team to join- feel free to reach out if you think I'd be a great fit or to collab on something! I post about #ProjectManagement, #Agile, #education, #motivation, tips for #transitioningteachers, and everything in between. Follow or connect with me for more! 🙌 #PMP #PMPprep #PMPexam #Study #Studyresources #Processgroups #Executing #Stakeholders

I made notes and visuals to help me pass the PMP exam AT/AT/AT. Here's a Planning Process Group Overview I made with summaries of the 24 processes in this Process Group. ❓ Have something to add? Would something else be helpful? Please share feedback and let me know in the comments! 😎 After some time with family I'll be posting about the rest of the process groups, PM Mindset, and some PMP study plan tips! 👀 I'll be sharing more "one-pagers" and resources I make or find along the way, so follow along for more! Happy studying my friends! 🙌 _____ ♻ Like this post? Please react, comment, or repost! Hi, I'm Melissa- a Project Management Professional (#PMP), Certified Scrum Master (#CSM), and Certified Scrum Product Owner (#CSPO). I post about #ProjectManagement, #Agile, #education, #motivation, tips for #transitioningteachers, and everything in between. Follow or connect with me for more! 🙌 #PMP #PMPprep #PMPexam #Study #Studyresources #Processgroups #Planning P.S.: I'm working on this from a different system- so if there is a typo or omit please let me know. ❤️

🎉 Congratulations, Rohit, on earning your PMP Certification! 🌟 Your dedication and hard work have paid off brilliantly. This achievement reflects your commitment to excellence in project management. Wishing you continued success and fulfillment in your career journey. Here's to reaching new heights and making impactful contributions in your field! 👏 #PMP #CertificationSuccess #ProjectManagement