Did you know that you can now take your PMP® exam online?
One of the world’s most prestigious project management credentials just got even more accessible.
At the end of April 2020, the Project Management Institute (PMI®) announced that the Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam is now available to take online. Prompted by the uncertainty surrounding Covid-19 restrictions, this move also answered a need for online options from exam candidates worldwide.
This proctored online approach makes achieving your PMP® certification attainable no matter where you are based and what your schedule looks like.
How does it work?
Proctored
This online option is a proctored exam, which means that you’ll have a proctor (a PMI®-appointed invigilator) monitoring your exam via live video connection.
Sit Your Exam Anytime
The PMI® are offering a 24/7 exam scheduling option. No matter what time suits you to sit your exam, you should be able to find an available proctored examination slot.
Scheduling Your Exam
Once your application has been approved by the PMI®, you will be able to schedule your exam using your online PMI® Portal.
Rescheduling Options
If you had booked your exam at a
Pearson VUE test centre, but would prefer to take your exam online, you can reschedule your exam without fees until
October 1st 2020. You’ll find more information on how to do that in the
PMI®'s excellent resource page for online testing.
Exam Format
The PMP® Exam remains a 4-hour exam with 200 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 106 of these correctly to pass your exam. The PMI® have introduced a 10-minute break midway through the exam to help keep candidates fresh and focused.
What do I need?
You’ll need to have the following for your PMP® exam online:
- A completed application, reviewed and accepted by the PMI®. We advise on the application process during training.
- A confirmed scheduled exam date.
- A computer with a web camera.
- A steady, reliable internet connection.
- Somewhere quiet, away from noise and interruptions for the 4-hour duration of your exam.
How can I prepare?
Exam preparation training and access to an online exam simulator are invaluable tools for your PMP® exam preparation.
Luckily, you can now tick both of these items off your list from home too.
Our live virtual 4-day PMP® exam preparation course has been extremely busy throughout lockdown and Covid-19 social distancing. Here’s what two of our recent participants had to say about their experience:
I had a very good experience with Professional Development. I would rate the training consultant highly, the booking process was very easy and the training consultant was very accommodating with any questions.
I was very impressed by the course and trainer, her knowledge and tips were extremely useful and I learnt a lot from the course. The content was very clear. The programming and organization was perfect as the training ran smoothly and kept to the planned schedule. I thought the delivery of the virtual classroom was very good.
After COVID everyone is more accustomed to virtual meetings and I felt the meetings ran very smoothly. The use of breakout rooms were good in the way they split up the class and kept everyone interested.
My overall impression was very good, with clear course content and course well presented by the trainer. Exam Q&A & slides on exam application process were very useful; discussions & exercises were very effective, along with breakout rooms helping to learn & practice new skills.
Strengths of the course were the trainer’s presentation skills and knowledge of the PMBOK® Guide. I was very impressed with virtual classroom delivery and would consider it over classroom going forward.
Online Exam Simulator
Our PMP® Exam Preparation Course includes a 60-day access to an online PMP® exam simulator.
Once you finish training, you will be able to focus on developing the mental stamina and mindset you need to successfully sit and pass your exam.
Resources & Getting Started
If you're ready to take the next step on your PMP® certification journey, we have some helpful resources for getting started.
1. Reserve a Place
Our PMP® courses fill up fast. We recommend provisionally reserving your place on an upcoming date by using the "Reserve" buttons below.
| 20th of August 2020 |
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| 6th of Octber 2020 |
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| 24th of November 2020 |
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2. Get Advice
If you would like some guidance about the PMP® credential, or if you have any questions, we will be happy to help. You can call our experienced consultants at Freephone 1800 910 810. Alternatively, click below to ask a question online or request a call back.
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