Thank you for creating this video; it really helped me get my PMI application accepted in just 3 days, hassle-free. (And I didn't get any email confirmation instead I logged into my account and checked the status of my application). 🙂🙂
My application was approved using this framework. Thank you! 🎉 In case it’s helpful to anyone, PMI did not notify me of my approval. I logged into my account and checked the status of my application to see it had been approved 5 days prior. 👍
Thank you, Ray. I used your methodology for the Project Description section, breaking down my project experience according to phase and processes used, and my application was accepted without a hitch. Thank you for the guidance.
Hi Ray. I have received a green light for my PMP application. Thanks for your awesome video and guidance. Keep it up and continue sharing knowledge. God bless you, Ray!
Hi Ray, I wish to thanks you very much because I have followed step by step all your advices for my pmp application and it has been accepted the first time. Thanks again!
How to write project description for AGILE PROJECTS? While writing descriptions for Agile Projects you need to follow these steps (instead of traditional IN, PL, EX, MC, CL phases of waterfall). The overall format essentially remains the same as discussed in the video: 1. Requirements/Inception 2. Design 3. Development/Iterations 4. Testing 5. Deployment 6. Retrospective/Review 7. Goto (1) for next sprint or handover to customer if project is complete
Hi Ray, thanks for the video. Three quick questions: 1. I am a research scientist on the company contract, but I have led the sub-projects. What should be my Job Title in the project description? 2. How do I write the project description for the agile projects? Could you provide an example. 3. How do I report the scum master experience? What details should I provide? Thank you and best regards.
Hi, following would be my responses: 1. Please mention 'project lead' 2. Please check the first pinned comment of this video. The details have been provided there 3. You provide the details as per #2
@@PMPwithRay Two follow-up questions: 1. Would it be fine if I describe a single project spanning ~40 months or showing more than one projects is necessary. I have been part of two projects running concurrently. 2. Would it also work if I explain Agile projects in five phases of initiation, planning etc? Thank you in advance.
Thank you so much for the detailed descriptions. If BSc and MSc in IT sector is already obtained is the number of month of experience is going to be less tha 60?
Hi, This was a very informative video and helped clear a lot of doubts in my mind. Thank you! I do have a follow up question - you mentioned that we should include all process groups of the project in the description for each project. There can be situation where a project which i'm including in my application is ongoing and not all process groups have been concluded. Can we still include those or should we only focus on projects that have been completed for the purposes of this application?
Hi, it's perfectly ok NOT to mention all PGs in your essays. Some projects can be work-in-progress, and they are acceptable as well. However, at least mention 1/2 where you have experienced all the 5 PGs.
Hi Shekhar I am very happy to know that you are finding my TH-cam videos helpful. I wish you all the very best for your PMP prep! Keep an eye on my TH-cam channel for more upcoming tutorial videos (as per the new format of the PMP exam in 2021) and please share them within your network & peer group who are also preparing for the PMP exam… Take care, Ray
Hello I am very happy to know that you are finding TH-cam videos helpful. I wish you all the very best for your PMP prep! Keep an eye on my TH-cam channel for more upcoming tutorial videos (as per the new format of the PMP exam in 2021) and please share them within your network & peer group who are also preparing for the PMP exam… Take care, Ray
Dear Ray, Thanks for this amazing explanation. I want to know what is the use of 35 PDUs certificate after the approval of PMP application and also after passing the PMP exam and receiving PMI PMP certification. Please reply.
Hi Imran, the 35 hr PDU certificate is mandatory before you apply for the exam. Also, if your application is audited at any point, you need to show that proof. Other than that, esp. after passing the PMP exam it's of no use anymore.
I am planning on taking the pmp exam sometime in the summer of 2022. Should I get started with the application now? I might also take a bootcamp course in addition to your excellent selection of courses and tips!
If it's summer 2022, its a bit too early now to submit an application. Please plan to write it a couple of months before your planned date of the exam. I will come up with some suggestions of boot-camp courses in my future videos.
Very useful and really well explained. Just wants to ask one question, I am a Post graduate and having more than 15 years of experience. As I understood from your video now i need 36 months of PM experience as pre requisite. for last 3 years [i.e. 36 Months] i am working as a Project Manager and involved in every Phase of a project. Still do I have to fill last 8 years of experience in PMI Application?
Hi. No, if you meet the 36 months period in the last 3 years itself, you need not report more than that. Check this article to know more about PMP exam eligibility: www.pmpwithray.com/pmp-certification-eligibility-requirements/
A big thank you for explaing it in such an easy way. If we mention the title as " project Coordinator " do we still have to follow the same pattern of describing our project summary?
If fill my application and got accepted to take the test is there a limited time to register for the test or i can schedule it whenever i want ? Very helpful video thank
Good one! Very helpful. Suggest that your video covers the last bit about accommodation... What if a differently abled is looking for guidance on PMP application. Let your videos be inclusive! So that your video caters to all aspirants and also your video pretty much covers about all sections in the PMP application. Hope you understand my intent. Thanks!
Great suggestion Preetha! That's a very good feedback and I will keep it in consideration for future. As of now, I would suggest for differently abled candidates, they should reach out to PMI for any help regarding their application...such as accommodation, brail availability, wheelchair availability at the center, getting an exam writer etc....thank you for the suggestion again!
Hi Ray. Thanks for the information. Few questions: 1. If i have done masters in building engineering and management which teaches pmbok, then do we need to do the 35hrs course. 2. If I m attempting the exam i 2024, does the info in the video still suffice or anything has been updated i terms of process. 3. Pmi website shows one free membership and a paid membership. Can we avail the free membership and be eligible for pmp member fees. Thanks. Looking forward to your revert.
Hello, following would be my responses: 1. if the masters course is able to provide a document which demonstrates 35 contact hours of project training, then you are good to go 2. Yes, it's still relevant for 2024. Please watch my recent PMI audit video as well 3. Discount is not available for free membership
Hi.. thanks for the video. I got 8+ years of experience in Construction Planning. Also recent experience is in Real Estate Planning. How can I write Project Description with all 5 phases of Project?
Hi Anand, that is explained in my Udemy course. However, if you only have experience in planning & nothing else, then you are not eligible for the exam.
Hi Ray, Can you give sample example of Agile project, how to mention in PMP application...it will be really useful to many others also as now a days in IT industry Agile is following
How to write project description for AGILE PROJECTS? While writing descriptions for Agile Projects you need to follow these steps (instead of traditional IN, PL, EX, MC, CL phases of waterfall). The overall format essentially remains the same as discussed in the video: 1. Requirements/Inception 2. Design 3. Development/Iterations 4. Testing 5. Deployment 6. Retrospective/Review 7. Goto (1) for next sprint or handover to customer if project is complete
Very nice and detailed video. Just wanted to know if Harvard Manage Mentor courses can be counted towards 35 Pdu’s. I have completed 6 of them and each course has been assigned 8 hours of training.
Hi. If the courses are related to Project Management, then yes, definitely. You need to keep the certificates/proofs of the courses as well separately for audit just-in-case.
@@PMPwithRay Many Thanks Ray, i have completed Project Management, crisis management, stress management, negotiating, feedback essentials, writing skills certified courses from Harvard Manage Mentor. I hope they will suffice for the required PDU’s as each of them has 8 hours of training time.
Having trouble “naming” my project. I was a Quality Supervisor and managed 17 people to deliver quality product on time and on schedule. Any tips to correlate these skills to the application? Can I use this as experience?
Hi Deepika, the framework as mentioned in this video would work just fine irrespective of any industry. So stick to the format & tailor it to your finance projects.
Hi Ray, thanks for such an informative video. I have few questions though: 1. The required work experience is 5 years for everyone? I had read somewhere that it is 3 years for those who have completed their masters/graduation? 2. When do we need to pay the exam fees? Is it once our application is approved and we schedule a date for our exam?
Hi Shayak, 1. Yes, if you have a graduate/masters degree....it's 3 yrs for you. The 5 yrs in the video is for illustrative purposes for those who only have a high school diploma 2. Yes, you need to pay AFTER your application is approved and BEFORE you book an exam date
Hi Ray, Thank you for this useful video. I have a question that if the employee has signed NDA with the company to not disclose the name of the projects with anybody. How should he submit the names of the projects in this application form?
PMI will respect any NDAs signed with a company. In that case you can mention it as XYZ Project and at the footnote, mention that the name of the project cannot be disclosed due to signed NDA. Shouldn't be of any issue for PMI...
Hi Ray Thank you for this insightful video. I have 7 years of experience as Tableau Developer and Oracle Applications DBA. Though I have mostly been in technical roles, I always took the lead on managing projects. I am stuck with the Application at the Job titles. Can you please suggest what to fill in the title? Thank you again!
Hi Ray, thanks for guiding through.. the video was quite informative. I have a couple of questions : 1) I’ve done my MBA and courses like Business Management and Operations Management .. can I count these courses as my 35 hours of training of professional education? 2) when do we need to make the payment like once pmi hasapproved the application or prior to that?
Hello. Following would be my responses: 1. Yes you can. But you need to keep the transcript of your course as proof. I used my MBA project management 1.0 credit course to justify 35 contact hours (for my course 1.0 credit = 60 contact hours) 2. You need to make payment when you want to book a date for the test. This should be within 365 days after your application has been approved.
@@PMPwithRay hello, my name is sahil, I just wish to know how do we come to know how many hours are our course credit hours equal? Also, I have worked as a project coordinator in a non-profit organization, my exact position title was Coordinator Strategic Alliance and Monitoring. My project was of social development background, it focussed on addressing Child Health and Nutrition. I coordinated the budget, Data collection, recording and monitoring of the target and achievements in terms of budget expenditure, community reach and impact. With all of this will be able to apply for the PMP exam.
Thanks Ray sir, I was about to ask same question, what dear khublani asked in 2nd question.... It helps a lot... Thanks Ray, once Again.. Hope they would approve my application.... By the way, I took your simulator on udemy... For practice purpose.
I have done Bachelors in Computer Applications (BCA) which is a 3 year degree. What will be my required work experience for PMP - 36 months or 60 months? Please confirm.
Hello, if it's a 3yr degree and no master's degree of 2 year full-time, then it's 60 months. Check this article to know more: www.pmpwithray.com/pmp-certification-eligibility-requirements/
Hi Ray, thank you so much for this extremely helpful video! Do you have any tips for the application if you have only led projects in the non-profit sector? I have been a project manager for NGO projects for over 8 years now & am about to apply for my PMP. Thank you again!
Hi Sami. Thank you for the note. The project descriptions I have discussed is not specific to any industry. So, if you have worked in NGO projects, please focus on inititaion, scope definition, schedule, cost, stakeholders etc. It's essentially same as any other projects. Please keep supporting documentation ready for whatever you report in case your application is audited.
Hi Ray! I have completed my Bachelor in commerce, I have more than 9 Years of Project Planner Experience. Can I mention Project Planner role in my PMI application?
Hey Ray, I have one more question. What if the project is ongoing. How do I mention the closing phase ? Or is it ok if I skip the closing section.. As it will be covered in the previous project.
Filling an application doesn't require a membership, it only requires a PMI account which is free. You can get the membership just before you pay & book the exam because that way you get a lot of discount on the exam fees.
Hi Ray, thank you for the video. I’m not sure about the job title area. I’m working as a planning engineer. Should I write planning engineer? Could be any problem? And my project still ongoing how can I write the close phase?
Hello Berivan, don't write 'planning engineer'. You can write 'project leader (engineering)'...that's more suitable from an application standpoint. It's perfectly OK to report an ongoing project...you need to write interim milestones as completion phases....
Sir, I wanted to clarify one thing, I have completed Full-time post Graduation in project engineering management, is it compulsory to complete 35 hrs of PDU ??
is it ok to mention the role as Scrum Master(selected methodology as Agile) though it is indicated that one should select Project Manager, Project Lead, Project Coordinator in the video? or the dual role Project Lead/Scrum Master
Hello Ray, I have seen your its very insightful. I have done my B.E and I have been working as an freelance Software developer. I want to upskill myself and change my role . Can I take up the PMP certification? If Yes, what should I write in the Experience section as I have an experience of a developer not a project lead or Manager? will it be helpful?
Hi, it would be difficult for you to meet the PMP exam eligibility criteria since you don't have core PM work ex. Please check this blog to know more: www.pmpwithray.com/pmp-certification-eligibility-requirements/
No, thesis will not count as project. Universilty project will count if you have managed team, funds, schedule, stakeholders etc. to create a clear deliverable in the end. Get it aligned from your supervisor before you submit your application in case the application is audited.
Hi. When audited, PMI would need someone senior to you in your current/past organization (who was related to the project as sponsor, client or stakeholder) to sign-off the essays, timelines, positions you have mentioned in your application.
Hi Ray,thanks for this excellent video.i have bellow 2 queries 1.i am in the proces of application,i have selected 7 best projects for reporting, i have used predictive approach with IN,PL,EX,MN/CL and closing in all ,hence trust i can select waterfall approach for all during my application?Is agile or hybrid project compulsary as per revised 2021 changes ? 2.i had completed my PDU 35 hours training in 2013 from one of the PMi affiliated training partner and i have certificate as well,trust PMI will consider course completed in 2013?
1. Yes, you can use all waterfall projects. Reporting agile projects is not mandatory 2. Yes, should be OK if it is within 8 years from your date of application. (MM/YY)...it can be very borderline with your situation. That course should have a completion date after August 2013.
Hi Ray, Thanks for the video. I had one question. I have 2 years of work experience where I worked as a programmer but I used to handle the project by coordinating with the Project Manager ( except for the cost handling that was done by the team lead) and my project lifecycle usually used to be not more than 2 weeks. I'm not sure how to fill out the professional experience summary. Kindly help!
Hi. I am sorry but you don’t seem to meet the eligibility requirements for the PMP exam. Seems like you have managed ‘work packages’ or ‘sprints’ only rather than managing projects. Also, you need a minimum of 3years work experience for PMP as project manager. Please check out my blog on PMP exam eligibility requirements here: www.pmpwithray.com/pmp-certification-eligibility-requirements/
Dear Ray, Thanks for the amazing content. I have taken 3 courses on PMP in my Grad school (150+ hours of education from PMI accredited University) Do I still need the 35 hours of PDU?
Fantastic! Then you need not take the 35+ hours any more. Get the necessary documentation for the courses you have taken (transcripts etc.) and you are good to go!
Hi Ray, I have 1 ques, I am filling my application so under Professional education what needs to be filled. I have completed Post graduation in Project management. Will that work or Do I need to fill anything else?
Hi, My designation is Business Analyst Specialist for 36 months in one company and my role is managing the agile project . I have 35 hours of PM education with me. How to fill in experience for agile project ?
Many thanks for such excellent video. Your advices helped me very efficiently in filling the PMP application. I cross my fingers for the rest of what is coming in the pmp exam :)
@@PMPwithRay Dear, I'm honored to annouce my success in PMP exam from the first attempt with a very good score (more than a half in the 'above target' bar). At the end of this wonderful PMP prep journey (almost 15 weeks of disciplined working), please accept my gratitudes toward your precious guidances through you youtube channel and your udemy simulator mock. I'm proud having trusted your advices from scratch (the very first steps) till the very end of the process. I felt like if you were a personal trainer for me ... What a gratitude. Thank you so much and I hope you the best in your life. Yours sincerly.
Hi Ray... Thank you for the really informative video. I have worked as a Process team lead for 5 years on a project and then as a Sr project engineer on 2 other projects. Will these variations be fine for the application.
Hi! I have worked as research scientist in pharma companies till 2015 and then I shifted to academics as Associate Professor. From 2015 I have been programme chair of several programmes and have managed many projects as the Programme Chair. Can I include such projects for my professional experience to complete 36 hrs for PMP application?
Hi, if by 'managing' projects...you mean that you have been the Project/Program manager...managing budget, resources, scope, deliverables, stakeholders etc. then you can surely report that. Please align you seniors on what you write on the application to avoid risk of audit failures.
Great! Thanks a ton for your reply. Yes I have worked as programme Head/Manager. Also just a clarification if I can include research projects because they also involve a proper budgeting, objective, deliverables/outcome etc.?
Hello Priyanka. Right now (and for the foreseeable future) the current PMP exam (2021 format) will remain based on the PMP Examination Content Outline (ECO) [bit.ly/2QPSoo6] and will not be updated based on the new PMBOK 7. There has been an effort by PMI to "decouple" the PMP exam from the PMBOK Guide. The PMP exam is based on the PMBOK Guide, sixth edition as just ONE of the exam resources [bit.ly/2RegdpB] to cover the topics mentioned in the ECO. Remember, the ECO is the Bible! Here's what PMI says: "The PMBOK® Guide is an input to preparing for the PMP® exam - and is listed as a reference - but it is not a test-preparation tool. The new PMP® exam, which launched 2 January 2021, will continue to use the PMBOK® Guide - Sixth Edition as one of several references." I would suggest you read this FAQ document by PMI (esp. Q-17) that will clear most of your doubts regarding PMBOK7 and its linkage to the PMP Exam 2021: drive.google.com/file/d/1pxCISqfWqrZcjdpa9rbIZgfgxZvBipTL/view?usp=sharing
Thank you so much Ray for tgr detailed explanation.. really appreciate that u took time to explain me.. 😊 your videos are really nice.. keep creating content on PMP for us. I am bit scared to write exam as I failed once. 😌.
My Udemy course is now updated with questions from a few areas of PMBOK7 as well which I think is important to study for the PMP exam. Please have a look.
A lot of my projects start right after another ends. So if project 1 begins in August can I put project 2 ends in August? Or would that count as overlap? Just clarifying before I input my projects. Thank you for the help.
Preferably ‘project manager’ or ‘project lead’. Please align your managers before you submit your application since PMI does random audits on applications.
Hi Ray, Thanks for your guidance on the PMP certification journey. I have couple of questions. I am Masters degree holder and have 15 years of project management experience. However, in a stretch of 3.5 years in last 8 years I was in non-PM profession. So, in my PMP application there will be a gap of 3.5 years, which means I can show only 4.5 years of PM experience in my application. 1) Is it a cause of concern from approval perspective? 2) Does it increase the chance of my application getting picked up for audit? 3) If my application is picked up for audit, at what point in time I have to make the payment for exam scheduling? Is it before submitting the audit documents, or post-audit approval? Thank you.
Hi Suresh, as long as the 36 months of PM expereince is accrued within last 8 years of your application date, it does not matter if there is any gap or not. Hence, since you already have 4.5 yrs > 36 months ...it should be absolutely ok! (since you have master's degree...you need to show 36 months) 1. No 2. No. Audit is 100% randomly selected. You need to defend what you write in your application 3. After you pass the audit & PMI gives you the go-ahead to book a slot you will be able to pay & book
Hi Ray, Thank you for the video. Can I submit the PMP exam application before becoming a PMI member and once the application is approved I take the membership and pay the exam fee as a PMI member?
Hi Asif, yes that's absolutely fine. You need not to be a member to submit the PMP application. You only need a PMI online a/c via your email ID which is free to create. You can pay for the exam AFTER taking the membership once your application is approved.
Hi Ray , Thank you for sharing the insightful video I have two questions .i have read your blog too 1. I have 3 yrs BCom and 2 yrs MBA in Logistics management ..So how to document while filling up the form 2. I have 10 yrs 7 months IT work ex and now i am between jobs ..last work ex was as SAP functional Consultant...I was not project manager but yes i was involved in clent facing roles like requirement gathering ...consulting jobs and all..Presently preparing for pmp exam and training from pmi approved education inst ...So what do you think am i eligible ?
Hello, apologies for responding late. 1. PMI application has sections where you need to provide details for this 2. Since you have not been directly involved in projects, it’s unlikely that you would be eligible for the exam. You will find it difficult to justify your experience if your application gets audited
Hi Ray, I have an MBA degree, but I don’t have professional project management experience. I have 5 yrs of experience in different fields. Currently I am working in a banking sector(IT). What would be the best approach to start for PMP ? Pls Advise
Hi Mehrab, to start with you need to get experience in project management.(preferably as a PM or APM). You need at least 3 years of experience in the PM domain before you apply for PMP. So, try to get into PM field within your organization...better to work out your interest areas with your manager.
Hi Ray , I applied for the application on .I just randomly filled all points even I also merged the organization names of two companies..like ..Abc & DEF ltd.., just casually..!! Still they accepted..! After acceptance application,now need to pay & sit in exam...!!! Question, will they ask documents later ?? Or no , they will not ask any documents now...just give exam ...
Hi Ray, Thanks for such informative video. Working as IT Ops Engg Manager, basically managing operations team of 13 engineers. Per your guidance should i fill Project Manager as my Job Title?
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This video gave me tips and I got PMI approval. Cant wait to sit for the exam.
Glad to know that the video was helpful! Thank you for watching and commenting :)
How many years of experience do you have?
Thank you for creating this video; it really helped me get my PMI application accepted in just 3 days, hassle-free. (And I didn't get any email confirmation instead I logged into my account and checked the status of my application). 🙂🙂
Glad it helped!
Hi Ray. Thanks so much for this video. It was very helpful in completing my application last year.
You're welcome!
My application was approved using this framework. Thank you! 🎉
In case it’s helpful to anyone, PMI did not notify me of my approval. I logged into my account and checked the status of my application to see it had been approved 5 days prior. 👍
Glad it helped! All the best with your exam preparation.
From where you completed your 35 hrs requirement?
@@nccpandey I did the Google Project Management course on Coursera
Thank you, Ray. I used your methodology for the Project Description section, breaking down my project experience according to phase and processes used, and my application was accepted without a hitch. Thank you for the guidance.
Glad it helped! Thank you for watching and commenting!
Hi Ray. I have received a green light for my PMP application. Thanks for your awesome video and guidance. Keep it up and continue sharing knowledge. God bless you, Ray!
Glad it helped. Many congratulations and all the best for your exam!
Thanks alot Ray, v useful video, was thinking to go for PMP since long time after watching your videos today now I am going for it seriously. thanks
Great 👍 Wish you all the best in your journey!
Hi Ray,
I wish to thanks you very much because I have followed step by step all your advices for my pmp application and it has been accepted the first time. Thanks again!
Thank you for watching and commenting!
Dear Ray, thank you so much. It is a very useful and complete video. SB from Ethiopia, East Africa.
Hello Solomon, thank you for watching & commenting!
How to write project description for AGILE PROJECTS?
While writing descriptions for Agile Projects you need to follow these steps (instead of traditional IN, PL, EX, MC, CL phases of waterfall). The overall format essentially remains the same as discussed in the video:
1. Requirements/Inception
2. Design
3. Development/Iterations
4. Testing
5. Deployment
6. Retrospective/Review
7. Goto (1) for next sprint or handover to customer if project is complete
How would you structure it for a hybrid project?
Thank you a lot for this session. Very useful information to fill the PMP application.
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Thanks for wonderful explanation
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Super. Its clear and crisp. Very helpful. Thanks a lot 🙏
Welcome 😊 Thank you for watching & commenting.
Thank you for the details ❤️
You’re welcome 😊
thanks for the video and great step by step description
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Thank you very much sir for your support here. You are too good.
Thank you for watching & commenting :)
Very detailed steps, liked it
Thank you so much 🙂
Thank you very much for your demonstration
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Hi Ray, thanks for the video. Three quick questions:
1. I am a research scientist on the company contract, but I have led the sub-projects. What should be my Job Title in the project description?
2. How do I write the project description for the agile projects? Could you provide an example.
3. How do I report the scum master experience? What details should I provide?
Thank you and best regards.
Hi, following would be my responses:
1. Please mention 'project lead'
2. Please check the first pinned comment of this video. The details have been provided there
3. You provide the details as per #2
@@PMPwithRay Thank you for your kind response, very helpful.
@@PMPwithRay Two follow-up questions:
1. Would it be fine if I describe a single project spanning ~40 months or showing more than one projects is necessary. I have been part of two projects running concurrently.
2. Would it also work if I explain Agile projects in five phases of initiation, planning etc?
Thank you in advance.
Thanks for the detailed information! it really helped me a lot!
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Great video. Very clear. 👌
Thank you Dee for watching and commenting!
Great video, thanks for all the information
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Great work, the video is really helpful 👍
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This was very helpful. Thank you
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Thank you so much for the detailed descriptions. If BSc and MSc in IT sector is already obtained is the number of month of experience is going to be less tha 60?
Hi, if you have a full time MSc, then it is 36 months for you.
Thank you Ray, I have completed 2yr MSc in Information Management along with the research.. So I will only have to prove 36 months of experience..
Thanks for sharing the video
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Very useful. Thanks.
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Very well explained
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Hi, This was a very informative video and helped clear a lot of doubts in my mind. Thank you!
I do have a follow up question - you mentioned that we should include all process groups of the project in the description for each project. There can be situation where a project which i'm including in my application is ongoing and not all process groups have been concluded. Can we still include those or should we only focus on projects that have been completed for the purposes of this application?
Hi, it's perfectly ok NOT to mention all PGs in your essays. Some projects can be work-in-progress, and they are acceptable as well. However, at least mention 1/2 where you have experienced all the 5 PGs.
Thanks Great info with thorough examples!
Glad you enjoyed it! :) All the best for your PMP!
I have a Question and thanks for your wonderful explanation. Once my application is approved within how many days i should appear for examination.
Hi. once your application is approved, you have 3 attempts to write the exam in a span of 365 days.
@@PMPwithRay thanks a lot, this helps..
Thanks for the detailed info.
Hi Shekhar
I am very happy to know that you are finding my TH-cam videos helpful. I wish you all the very best for your PMP prep! Keep an eye on my TH-cam channel for more upcoming tutorial videos (as per the new format of the PMP exam in 2021) and please share them within your network & peer group who are also preparing for the PMP exam…
Take care,
Ray
excellent, really helped a lot
Hello
I am very happy to know that you are finding TH-cam videos helpful. I wish you all the very best for your PMP prep! Keep an eye on my TH-cam channel for more upcoming tutorial videos (as per the new format of the PMP exam in 2021) and please share them within your network & peer group who are also preparing for the PMP exam…
Take care,
Ray
Dear Ray, Thanks for this amazing explanation. I want to know what is the use of 35 PDUs certificate after the approval of PMP application and also after passing the PMP exam and receiving PMI PMP certification. Please reply.
Hi Imran, the 35 hr PDU certificate is mandatory before you apply for the exam. Also, if your application is audited at any point, you need to show that proof. Other than that, esp. after passing the PMP exam it's of no use anymore.
Dear Ray, My application got rejected, what should i do first? Please suggest...
I am planning on taking the pmp exam sometime in the summer of 2022. Should I get started with the application now? I might also take a bootcamp course in addition to your excellent selection of courses and tips!
If it's summer 2022, its a bit too early now to submit an application. Please plan to write it a couple of months before your planned date of the exam. I will come up with some suggestions of boot-camp courses in my future videos.
Many thanks sir 🙏
Most welcome! Thank you for watching & commenting!
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Great video, please I wish to know if am eligible to go in for the exams I have just work in one project from 2015 till date
1 project is no problem, as long as you have done the R&R of project manager leading from the front.
Very useful and really well explained. Just wants to ask one question, I am a Post graduate and having more than 15 years of experience. As I understood from your video now i need 36 months of PM experience as pre requisite. for last 3 years [i.e. 36 Months] i am working as a Project Manager and involved in every Phase of a project. Still do I have to fill last 8 years of experience in PMI Application?
Hi. No, if you meet the 36 months period in the last 3 years itself, you need not report more than that. Check this article to know more about PMP exam eligibility: www.pmpwithray.com/pmp-certification-eligibility-requirements/
@@PMPwithRay Thanks for the reply. My PMP Application is already approved. Will see all your videos for preparation, tips and tricks.
Glad to know that. Wish you all the best for your exam!
A big thank you for explaing it in such an easy way.
If we mention the title as " project Coordinator " do we still have to follow the same pattern of describing our project summary?
Hello. Yes, the pattern is independent of your position...
If fill my application and got accepted to take the test is there a limited time to register for the test or i can schedule it whenever i want ?
Very helpful video thank
Once your application is approved, you can schedule the test anytime within the next 12 months.
thanks you Ray.
Thank you for watching & commenting!
Good one! Very helpful. Suggest that your video covers the last bit about accommodation... What if a differently abled is looking for guidance on PMP application. Let your videos be inclusive! So that your video caters to all aspirants and also your video pretty much covers about all sections in the PMP application. Hope you understand my intent. Thanks!
Great suggestion Preetha! That's a very good feedback and I will keep it in consideration for future. As of now, I would suggest for differently abled candidates, they should reach out to PMI for any help regarding their application...such as accommodation, brail availability, wheelchair availability at the center, getting an exam writer etc....thank you for the suggestion again!
Thanks Ray. such a nice informative video. but I want to know:
1) should I have mandatory 60 months PM experience?
Yes you need to Akansha. If you have a B.Tech degree or above, it's 36 months only. But that's the minimum.
Hi Ray. Thanks for the information. Few questions:
1. If i have done masters in building engineering and management which teaches pmbok, then do we need to do the 35hrs course.
2. If I m attempting the exam i 2024, does the info in the video still suffice or anything has been updated i terms of process.
3. Pmi website shows one free membership and a paid membership. Can we avail the free membership and be eligible for pmp member fees.
Thanks. Looking forward to your revert.
Hello, following would be my responses:
1. if the masters course is able to provide a document which demonstrates 35 contact hours of project training, then you are good to go
2. Yes, it's still relevant for 2024. Please watch my recent PMI audit video as well
3. Discount is not available for free membership
Hi.. thanks for the video. I got 8+ years of experience in Construction Planning. Also recent experience is in Real Estate Planning. How can I write Project Description with all 5 phases of Project?
Hi Anand, that is explained in my Udemy course. However, if you only have experience in planning & nothing else, then you are not eligible for the exam.
Hi Ray,
Can you give sample example of Agile project, how to mention in PMP application...it will be really useful to many others also as now a days in IT industry Agile is following
How to write project description for AGILE PROJECTS?
While writing descriptions for Agile Projects you need to follow these steps (instead of traditional IN, PL, EX, MC, CL phases of waterfall). The overall format essentially remains the same as discussed in the video:
1. Requirements/Inception
2. Design
3. Development/Iterations
4. Testing
5. Deployment
6. Retrospective/Review
7. Goto (1) for next sprint or handover to customer if project is complete
Thank you so much for this video.
Can all my project description be in building construction?
Yes, of course. That's not a problem at all.
Very nice and detailed video. Just wanted to know if Harvard Manage Mentor courses can be counted towards 35 Pdu’s. I have completed 6 of them and each course has been assigned 8 hours of training.
Hi. If the courses are related to Project Management, then yes, definitely. You need to keep the certificates/proofs of the courses as well separately for audit just-in-case.
@@PMPwithRay Many Thanks Ray, i have completed Project Management, crisis management, stress management, negotiating, feedback essentials, writing skills certified courses from Harvard Manage Mentor. I hope they will suffice for the required PDU’s as each of them has 8 hours of training time.
Having trouble “naming” my project. I was a Quality Supervisor and managed 17 people to deliver quality product on time and on schedule. Any tips to correlate these skills to the application? Can I use this as experience?
Hi. You can mention...Project Lead (QA).
Hi Ray
Thankyou so much for this great video. do you have something specifically for Finance Professionals.
Hi Deepika, the framework as mentioned in this video would work just fine irrespective of any industry. So stick to the format & tailor it to your finance projects.
Hi Ray, thanks for such an informative video. I have few questions though:
1. The required work experience is 5 years for everyone? I had read somewhere that it is 3 years for those who have completed their masters/graduation?
2. When do we need to pay the exam fees? Is it once our application is approved and we schedule a date for our exam?
Hi Shayak,
1. Yes, if you have a graduate/masters degree....it's 3 yrs for you. The 5 yrs in the video is for illustrative purposes for those who only have a high school diploma
2. Yes, you need to pay AFTER your application is approved and BEFORE you book an exam date
Hi Ray, Thank you for this useful video. I have a question that if the employee has signed NDA with the company to not disclose the name of the projects with anybody. How should he submit the names of the projects in this application form?
PMI will respect any NDAs signed with a company. In that case you can mention it as XYZ Project and at the footnote, mention that the name of the project cannot be disclosed due to signed NDA. Shouldn't be of any issue for PMI...
Hi Ray
Thank you for this insightful video. I have 7 years of experience as Tableau Developer and Oracle Applications DBA. Though I have mostly been in technical roles, I always took the lead on managing projects. I am stuck with the Application at the Job titles. Can you please suggest what to fill in the title?
Thank you again!
Hello Shubhada, you can write 'Project Leader'
Hi Ray, thanks for guiding through.. the video was quite informative. I have a couple of questions :
1) I’ve done my MBA and courses like Business Management and Operations Management .. can I count these courses as my 35 hours of training of professional education?
2) when do we need to make the payment like once pmi hasapproved the application or prior to that?
Hello. Following would be my responses:
1. Yes you can. But you need to keep the transcript of your course as proof. I used my MBA project management 1.0 credit course to justify 35 contact hours (for my course 1.0 credit = 60 contact hours)
2. You need to make payment when you want to book a date for the test. This should be within 365 days after your application has been approved.
@@PMPwithRay hello, my name is sahil, I just wish to know how do we come to know how many hours are our course credit hours equal?
Also, I have worked as a project coordinator in a non-profit organization, my exact position title was Coordinator Strategic Alliance and Monitoring. My project was of social development background, it focussed on addressing Child Health and Nutrition. I coordinated the budget, Data collection, recording and monitoring of the target and achievements in terms of budget expenditure, community reach and impact. With all of this will be able to apply for the PMP exam.
Thanks Ray sir, I was about to ask same question, what dear khublani asked in 2nd question.... It helps a lot... Thanks Ray, once Again.. Hope they would approve my application.... By the way, I took your simulator on udemy... For practice purpose.
I have done Bachelors in Computer Applications (BCA) which is a 3 year degree. What will be my required work experience for PMP - 36 months or 60 months? Please confirm.
Hello, if it's a 3yr degree and no master's degree of 2 year full-time, then it's 60 months. Check this article to know more: www.pmpwithray.com/pmp-certification-eligibility-requirements/
Hi Ray, thank you so much for this extremely helpful video! Do you have any tips for the application if you have only led projects in the non-profit sector? I have been a project manager for NGO projects for over 8 years now & am about to apply for my PMP. Thank you again!
Hi Sami. Thank you for the note. The project descriptions I have discussed is not specific to any industry. So, if you have worked in NGO projects, please focus on inititaion, scope definition, schedule, cost, stakeholders etc. It's essentially same as any other projects. Please keep supporting documentation ready for whatever you report in case your application is audited.
Hi 2 year Academic Education ? Is it only for Engg Dimploma holders? What about BE Degree? that needs a mention.
Hi Ray!
I have completed my Bachelor in commerce, I have more than 9 Years of Project Planner Experience.
Can I mention Project Planner role in my PMI application?
Hello, yes you can do that, but make sure you mention leadership & team leader aspect there.
Hey Ray, I have one more question. What if the project is ongoing. How do I mention the closing phase ? Or is it ok if I skip the closing section.. As it will be covered in the previous project.
Hi, it's OK to have an ongoing project which as not closed yet. You are anyways covering your closing experience through other project essays, right?
@@PMPwithRay yes
Yes, then its' fine not to have 'closing' phase for a single project and mentioning it as something still in execution.
Very useful inputs..
Thank you for watching & commenting :)
Gr8 - Thank you
Thank you for watching and commenting!
Thanks Ray for the awesome video, Can you please tell should we buy membership before filling the application or after?
Filling an application doesn't require a membership, it only requires a PMI account which is free. You can get the membership just before you pay & book the exam because that way you get a lot of discount on the exam fees.
@@PMPwithRay Thanks a lot for your guidance 🙏
Hi Ray, thank you for the video. I’m not sure about the job title area. I’m working as a planning engineer. Should I write planning engineer? Could be any problem? And my project still ongoing how can I write the close phase?
Hello Berivan, don't write 'planning engineer'. You can write 'project leader (engineering)'...that's more suitable from an application standpoint. It's perfectly OK to report an ongoing project...you need to write interim milestones as completion phases....
Sir, I wanted to clarify one thing, I have completed Full-time post Graduation in project engineering management, is it compulsory to complete 35 hrs of PDU ??
is it ok to mention the role as Scrum Master(selected methodology as Agile) though it is indicated that one should select Project Manager, Project Lead, Project Coordinator in the video? or the dual role Project Lead/Scrum Master
Yes you can do that. But then, focus on scrum specific deliverables.
Yes. Thanks for the input!😇
Hello Ray, I have seen your its very insightful. I have done my B.E and I have been working as an freelance Software developer. I want to upskill myself and change my role . Can I take up the PMP certification? If Yes, what should I write in the Experience section as I have an experience of a developer not a project lead or Manager? will it be helpful?
Hi, it would be difficult for you to meet the PMP exam eligibility criteria since you don't have core PM work ex.
Please check this blog to know more: www.pmpwithray.com/pmp-certification-eligibility-requirements/
Thanks for the update.
In the project description, should the new domains of people, process, and business environment be used instead of initiation etc.?
No, it's not necessary, You can stick to IN, PL, EX, MC and CL.
great informative video. Can we change the exam location after submission, if for any reasons?
Hi Asif
Yes, you can. You might need to reschedule and pay the applicable fees.
Does a thesis/ university project count as experience? How would I input it in experience?
No, thesis will not count as project. Universilty project will count if you have managed team, funds, schedule, stakeholders etc. to create a clear deliverable in the end. Get it aligned from your supervisor before you submit your application in case the application is audited.
Is the Udemy course for PMP is eligible for the PMI application?
Yes, it is definitely eligible!
Thanks Ray, this was helpful. In case of an audit, what proof would be required for project experience? Like Employment letter? or Salary Slip? or?
Hi. When audited, PMI would need someone senior to you in your current/past organization (who was related to the project as sponsor, client or stakeholder) to sign-off the essays, timelines, positions you have mentioned in your application.
@@PMPwithRay Great 👍
@@PMPwithRay Thank you
Hi Ray,thanks for this excellent video.i have bellow 2 queries
1.i am in the proces of application,i have selected 7 best projects for reporting, i have used predictive approach with IN,PL,EX,MN/CL and closing in all ,hence trust i can select waterfall approach for all during my application?Is agile or hybrid project compulsary as per revised 2021 changes ?
2.i had completed my PDU 35 hours training in 2013 from one of the PMi affiliated training partner and i have certificate as well,trust PMI will consider course completed in 2013?
1. Yes, you can use all waterfall projects. Reporting agile projects is not mandatory
2. Yes, should be OK if it is within 8 years from your date of application. (MM/YY)...it can be very borderline with your situation. That course should have a completion date after August 2013.
If I apply exam in Japan, can we choose language in English. Do we have any options? Pls advise
Hi, I am sure you can do that because exam centers are Pearson Vue managed which is an international organization.
Hi Ray, Thanks for the video. I had one question. I have 2 years of work experience where I worked as a programmer but I used to handle the project by coordinating with the Project Manager ( except for the cost handling that was done by the team lead) and my project lifecycle usually used to be not more than 2 weeks. I'm not sure how to fill out the professional experience summary. Kindly help!
Hi. I am sorry but you don’t seem to meet the eligibility requirements for the PMP exam. Seems like you have managed ‘work packages’ or ‘sprints’ only rather than managing projects. Also, you need a minimum of 3years work experience for PMP as project manager.
Please check out my blog on PMP exam eligibility requirements here: www.pmpwithray.com/pmp-certification-eligibility-requirements/
Can you please tell me the Job title is actual our designation in organization? OR can we write the role we play in the specific projects?
Focus on the role and not the actual job designation. However, your role should have all the responsibilities of a PM.
Dear Ray, Thanks for the amazing content. I have taken 3 courses on PMP in my Grad school (150+ hours of education from PMI accredited University) Do I still need the 35 hours of PDU?
Fantastic! Then you need not take the 35+ hours any more. Get the necessary documentation for the courses you have taken (transcripts etc.) and you are good to go!
How to report experience if we have gaps in between employment?
Hello, gaps does not matter as long as you are completing the 36/60 months of PM work-ex over the last 8 years from the date of your application.
what will happen if audit process need " Reference Needed". should the concerned referee should respond?
Hi Ray,
I have 1 ques, I am filling my application so under Professional education what needs to be filled. I have completed Post graduation in Project management. Will that work or Do I need to fill anything else?
Hi. Yes, you can write that, no problem. Just see that you have the relevant proofs in case your application gets audited.
Hi, My designation is Business Analyst Specialist for 36 months in one company and my role is managing the agile project . I have 35 hours of PM education with me. How to fill in experience for agile project ?
Hi. Please see the top pinned comment from my side on this video. I have mentioned how to report agile project phases for PMP application essays.
Many thanks for such excellent video. Your advices helped me very efficiently in filling the PMP application. I cross my fingers for the rest of what is coming in the pmp exam :)
Best of luck with your application! Wish you all the very best with your prep as well :)
@@PMPwithRay Dear,
I'm honored to annouce my success in PMP exam from the first attempt with a very good score (more than a half in the 'above target' bar).
At the end of this wonderful PMP prep journey (almost 15 weeks of disciplined working), please accept my gratitudes toward your precious guidances through you youtube channel and your udemy simulator mock. I'm proud having trusted your advices from scratch (the very first steps) till the very end of the process. I felt like if you were a personal trainer for me ... What a gratitude.
Thank you so much and I hope you the best in your life.
Yours sincerly.
Hi Ray... Thank you for the really informative video. I have worked as a Process team lead for 5 years on a project and then as a Sr project engineer on 2 other projects. Will these variations be fine for the application.
Hi Sweta, yes they should be more than enough for your PMP application!
Thank you
Welcome! :)
Hi! I have worked as research scientist in pharma companies till 2015 and then I shifted to academics as Associate Professor. From 2015 I have been programme chair of several programmes and have managed many projects as the Programme Chair. Can I include such projects for my professional experience to complete 36 hrs for PMP application?
Hi, if by 'managing' projects...you mean that you have been the Project/Program manager...managing budget, resources, scope, deliverables, stakeholders etc. then you can surely report that. Please align you seniors on what you write on the application to avoid risk of audit failures.
Great! Thanks a ton for your reply. Yes I have worked as programme Head/Manager. Also just a clarification if I can include research projects because they also involve a proper budgeting, objective, deliverables/outcome etc.?
Hi Chandreyee, yes you can include research projects. Just make sure that it's aligned to the essay format as mentioned in my video.
Thanks for the video. Really helpful. Can you please help me with the information of until when PMBOK 6 based exams will be applicable.
Hello Priyanka. Right now (and for the foreseeable future) the current PMP exam (2021 format) will remain based on the PMP Examination Content Outline (ECO) [bit.ly/2QPSoo6] and will not be updated based on the new PMBOK 7. There has been an effort by PMI to "decouple" the PMP exam from the PMBOK Guide. The PMP exam is based on the PMBOK Guide, sixth edition as just ONE of the exam resources [bit.ly/2RegdpB] to cover the topics mentioned in the ECO. Remember, the ECO is the Bible!
Here's what PMI says: "The PMBOK® Guide is an input to preparing for the PMP® exam - and is listed as a reference - but it is not a test-preparation tool. The new PMP® exam, which launched 2 January 2021, will continue to use the PMBOK® Guide - Sixth Edition as one of several references."
I would suggest you read this FAQ document by PMI (esp. Q-17) that will clear most of your doubts regarding PMBOK7 and its linkage to the PMP Exam 2021: drive.google.com/file/d/1pxCISqfWqrZcjdpa9rbIZgfgxZvBipTL/view?usp=sharing
Thank you so much Ray for tgr detailed explanation.. really appreciate that u took time to explain me.. 😊 your videos are really nice.. keep creating content on PMP for us. I am bit scared to write exam as I failed once. 😌.
My Udemy course is now updated with questions from a few areas of PMBOK7 as well which I think is important to study for the PMP exam. Please have a look.
Sure thank you ☺️👍
A lot of my projects start right after another ends. So if project 1 begins in August can I put project 2 ends in August? Or would that count as overlap? Just clarifying before I input my projects. Thank you for the help.
Hi Andy, that would count as overlap. You cannot report start and end on the same month. Please space them out as non-overlapping.
dear sir, i have got the PMI approval , what i have to do next
Write the exam :)
Thank you for the video. Does my title have to be project manager during those three of experience?
Preferably ‘project manager’ or ‘project lead’. Please align your managers before you submit your application since PMI does random audits on applications.
Hi Ray,
Thanks for your guidance on the PMP certification journey. I have couple of questions. I am Masters degree holder and have 15 years of project management experience. However, in a stretch of 3.5 years in last 8 years I was in non-PM profession. So, in my PMP application there will be a gap of 3.5 years, which means I can show only 4.5 years of PM experience in my application.
1) Is it a cause of concern from approval perspective?
2) Does it increase the chance of my application getting picked up for audit?
3) If my application is picked up for audit, at what point in time I have to make the payment for exam scheduling? Is it before submitting the audit documents, or post-audit approval?
Thank you.
Hi Suresh, as long as the 36 months of PM expereince is accrued within last 8 years of your application date, it does not matter if there is any gap or not. Hence, since you already have 4.5 yrs > 36 months ...it should be absolutely ok! (since you have master's degree...you need to show 36 months)
1. No
2. No. Audit is 100% randomly selected. You need to defend what you write in your application
3. After you pass the audit & PMI gives you the go-ahead to book a slot you will be able to pay & book
@@PMPwithRay Thank you for all the guidance you are providing to the PMP aspirants like us.
Hi Ray, Thank you for the video.
Can I submit the PMP exam application before becoming a PMI member and once the application is approved I take the membership and pay the exam fee as a PMI member?
Hi Asif, yes that's absolutely fine. You need not to be a member to submit the PMP application. You only need a PMI online a/c via your email ID which is free to create. You can pay for the exam AFTER taking the membership once your application is approved.
why for me its showing 36month project management experience is required....?
This requirement is for everyone.
Hi Ray , Thank you for sharing the insightful video
I have two questions .i have read your blog too
1. I have 3 yrs BCom and 2 yrs MBA in Logistics management ..So how to document while filling up the form
2. I have 10 yrs 7 months IT work ex and now i am between jobs ..last work ex was as SAP functional Consultant...I was not project manager but yes i was involved in clent facing roles like requirement gathering ...consulting jobs and all..Presently preparing for pmp exam and training from pmi approved education inst ...So what do you think am i eligible ?
Hello, apologies for responding late.
1. PMI application has sections where you need to provide details for this
2. Since you have not been directly involved in projects, it’s unlikely that you would be eligible for the exam. You will find it difficult to justify your experience if your application gets audited
Hi Ray, I have an MBA degree, but I don’t have professional project management experience. I have 5 yrs of experience in different fields. Currently I am working in a banking sector(IT). What would be the best approach to start for PMP ? Pls Advise
Hi Mehrab, to start with you need to get experience in project management.(preferably as a PM or APM). You need at least 3 years of experience in the PM domain before you apply for PMP. So, try to get into PM field within your organization...better to work out your interest areas with your manager.
#PMPwithRay
Is experience mandatory? One with experience less than 2 years not eligible???
Yes, a min. of 3 years of PM work ex is mandatory.
Hello Thanks for Video, after PMI sends an confirmation , then I take Exam within one year ?
Yes that's correct.
Hi Ray , I applied for the application on .I just randomly filled all points even I also merged the organization names of two companies..like ..Abc & DEF ltd.., just casually..!!
Still they accepted..!
After acceptance application,now need to pay & sit in exam...!!!
Question, will they ask documents later ?? Or no , they will not ask any documents now...just give exam ...
Yes, PMI can ask for documents even after you have your application approved,. An audit can trigger anytime!
HI Ray - thanks for the very information video. Isn't this the min experience for the PMP 36 months. Why in your example does your guy need 60months?
Only secondary degree: 60 months work-ex
B.Tech/Bachelor's degree: 36 months work-ex
Hi Ray, Thanks for such informative video. Working as IT Ops Engg Manager, basically managing operations team of 13 engineers. Per your guidance should i fill Project Manager as my Job Title?
Not really. Only managing a team does not classify as a project. It's operational.
Thank you Ray for the really informative video. My question is : is there a possibility to take the exam online?
Yes, the exam is online only. There is a paper based version available but nobody generally takes it.