I'm really excited about the weekend review seminar I'm taking for the PMP exam. Like anything, I questioned whether the value would be worth the expense by doing my own personal cost benefit analysis (yes, I apply these concepts to my personal life as well.... :-) So far, I like what I'm seeing. I've read the PMBOK (both 3rd & 4th editions) and have been applying the PMI methodology in my work for years. The intent of the class is not teaching project management, but focusing on passing the exam. This is exactly what I needed. I was a bit worried that it was going to be a PM 101 course but instead it's focused on helping experienced PMs focus on the exam. We are using the Crosswinds class materials (about 50 lbs of books, cds, flash cards, etc) and in addition to the presenters, it appears to be a great value add to my studying.
I also had a great time meeting new people and engaged in some very interesting side conversations with other PMs with similar experience in software development. One of the most interesting conversations related to the Agile vs. Waterfall methodologies used in SDLC. I anticipate that I will go into more detail about this in my next post, but right now I need to go study and do my 'homework'.
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Sunday, September 13, 2009
Friday, September 11, 2009
PMP Exam Review Seminar Begins Tomorrow!!!
I'm looking forward to attending the review class for the PMP certification exam. I did most of my previous studying on PMI's 3rd edition of the PMBOK so I can really use the refresher in addition to going over the 4th edition modifications to the guide.
The seminar is taking place for the next 6 Saturdays (yeah, I know...) but it will be worth it. I'm looking forward to meeting fellow students studying for their exams and hoping to do a little networking as well. My goal is to take the exam no later than November. I keep kicking myself that I didn't do this last year but I was so busy I just didn't have the opportunity to really dig into the material like I wanted to.
Wish me luck...8am on a Saturday, I'll need it! :-)
The seminar is taking place for the next 6 Saturdays (yeah, I know...) but it will be worth it. I'm looking forward to meeting fellow students studying for their exams and hoping to do a little networking as well. My goal is to take the exam no later than November. I keep kicking myself that I didn't do this last year but I was so busy I just didn't have the opportunity to really dig into the material like I wanted to.
Wish me luck...8am on a Saturday, I'll need it! :-)
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