Project Management Professional (PMP©) & Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM©) Certification
To equip aspiring PMPs with the knowledge, skills, and understanding required to master the PMP®
exam and navigate the project lifecycle with confidence.
Virtual CPD Course | 24, 27 – 28 & 30 – 31 May 2024


Legible for: 5 CPD Points – ECSA | 25 CPD Hours – SACPCMP

Who is this course for?
This course will be useful for delegates who want to pass their Project Management Professional(PMP) exam and their Certified Associate Project Management(CAPM) certification exam.
Brief Overview
This course has been updated to reflect the latest edition of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK ® Guide), Sixth Edition (PMI ®, 2017), and the new exam domains introduced in 2021. This course walks you through the project management processes from beginning to end, just as you manage your projects in practice. You will benefit from the explanations of specific PMBOK ® Guide processes and techniques coupled with real-life scenarios that describe the various issues all project managers are bound to encounter during their careers. The study guide describes in detail the topics used in the examination in each chapter and covers all the important project management concepts.
Live Session - Zoom Meetings
Duration: 5-Day (Virtual CPD Course)
Price: R10 999 Per Delegate
This Course Includes:
- Course Manual
- CPD Certificate
Who Should Attend
- Delegates wishing to pass the PMP exam –
- Delegates wishing to pass the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification exam –
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of the course, delegates will be able to apply the generally recognized practices of project management acknowledged by the Project Management Institute (PMI) to
manage their projects successfully. This course prepares delegates for passing the the PMP®  or CAPM ® exam.
Course Benefits:
- Supercharge your PMP® journey: Master the exam with confidence and unlock the secrets of navigating
any project lifecycle. - Unleash your inner project management pro: Gain the knowledge, skills, and understanding you need to
ace the PMP® exam and lead projects with ease. - Transform from aspiring to acing: This comprehensive PMP® preparation course equips you with the
tools and expertise to confidently conquer the exam and propel your project management career. - Navigate the project maze with expert precision: Master the PMP® framework and gain the confidence
to tackle any project challenge with this immersive preparation course. - Invest in your project management mastery: Elevate your career with the knowledge and skills to ace the
PMP® exam and become a sought-after project leader.
Delivery method:
- All tasks from the 2021 Exam Content Outline addressed in detail.
- Aligned with the 5 project process groups for efficient learning.
- Typical example exam questions will be discussed after every task of the Exam Content Outline. (183
question in total) - People Domain: 14.7 hours (42%)
- Process Domain: 17.5 hours (50%)
- Business Environment Domain: 2.8 hours (8%)
Course Outline
1. Introduction (1 hour)
- Introduction to the PMP exam and its format
- Study material
- Preparation tips.
- Overview of the PMI framework
2. Initiating (2 hours)
- Â Develop Project Charter
- Identify Stakeholders
- Determining Appropriate Project Methodology (Task 2.13): Agile vs. Waterfall, hybrid approaches, selecting the right methodology.
3. Planning (15 hours)
- Planning and Managing Scope (Task 2.8): Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development, defining
deliverables, scope baseline creation. - Planning and Managing Schedule (Task 2.6): Scheduling techniques, critical path identification, project milestones, and schedule baselines.
- Planning and Managing Budget and Resources (Task 2.5): Cost estimation, resource allocation, budget
monitoring and control. - Defining Team Ground Rules (Task 1.12): Communication protocols, conflict resolution mechanisms, and decision-making processes.
- Ensuring Team Member/Stakeholder Training (Task 1.5): Identifying training needs, developing training
plans, evaluating effectiveness. - Planning and Managing Quality (Task 2.7): Defining quality standards, quality management plan
development, inspection, and verification processes. - Planning and Managing Procurement (Task 2.11): Selecting vendors, negotiating contracts, managing
supplier relationships. - Managing Communications (Task 2.2): Selecting appropriate channels, ensuring clarity and consistency,
managing information flow. - Assessing and Managing Risks (Task 2.3): Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating potential risks throughout
the project. - Establishing Project Governance Structure (Task 2.14): Roles, responsibilities, authority levels,
communication channels. - Analysis of legal and regulatory compliance requirements, industry trends, and potential
social/environmental impacts. (Task 3.1, 3.2) - Evaluating External Environment Impact on Scope (partially) (Task 3.3): Market trends, competitor
analysis, potential risks, and opportunities. - Support Organizational Change (Task 3.4) Aligning project goals with organizational objectives.
- Integrating Project Planning Activities into the Project Management Plan (Task 2.9): Aligning scope,
schedule, budget, and resources, ensuring consistency and feasibility.
4. Executing (13 hours)
- Building a Team (Task 1.6): Roles, responsibilities, team composition, recruitment strategies, diversity
considerations. - Empowering Team Members & Stakeholders (partially) (Task 1.4): Delegation, skills development,
stakeholder engagement strategies. - Leading a Team (Task 1.2): Motivating, inspiring, and guiding team members towards project goals.
- Managing Conflict (Task 1.1): Conflict identification, resolution techniques, maintaining team cohesion.
- Executing Project with Urgency (Task 2.1): Prioritizing tasks, managing deadlines, balancing speed and quality.
- Supporting Team Performance (Task 1.3): Coaching, providing feedback, addressing performance issues,
fostering collaboration. - Addressing and Removing Impediments for the Team (Task 1.7): Identifying obstacles, removing roadblocks, and ensuring project progress.
- Engaging and Supporting Virtual Teams (Task 1.11): Effective communication strategies, remote team
management techniques, fostering trust and collaboration. - Promoting Team Performance through Emotional Intelligence (Task 1.14): Self-awareness, social
awareness, relationship management, self-regulation in team dynamics. - Mentoring Relevant Stakeholders (Task 1.13): Providing guidance, feedback, and support to key
stakeholders. - Negotiating Project Agreements (partially) (Task 1.8): Finalizing contracts, resolving disputes,
- Managing Project Changes (Task 2.10): Evaluating change requests, impact assessment, updating project
documents, implementing changes effectively. - Managing Project Issues (Task 2.15): Identifying, analyzing, and resolving project issues proactively.
5. Monitoring & Controlling (3 hours)
- Monitor and validate scope (Task 2.8)
- Collaborating with Stakeholders (Task 1.9): Building relationships, managing expectations, and resolving concerns.
- Building Shared Understanding (Task 1.10): Ensuring clear communication, fostering alignment, and addressing misunderstandings.
- Managing Project Artifacts (Task 2.12): Documents, reports, data, and other project materials, ensuring
proper storage, access, and version control.
6. Closing (1 hour)
- Ensuring Knowledge Transfer (Task 2.16): Capturing lessons learned, documenting knowledge, sharing
information with future teams. - Planning and Managing Project Closure (Task 2.17): Demobilizing resources, conducting final reviews,
evaluating project success, and archiving documents.
Accreditation Details:
This course is accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) with 5 CPD Points and by the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professionals (SACPCMP) with 25 CPD Hours.
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