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While we cannot know exactly without looking more closely at your specific experience, we can share with you what PMI is looking for. First, take note that your 'job title' does not need to have been 'project manager'. What is most important is the role you played in the projects you document. You need to document your project management experience project-by-project. For every project that you use in your application, your experience must cover project manager responsibilities. For example, planning responsibilities, leading the team, working with stakeholders, monitoring the project, managing change, etc. You need to document 200-500 words per project describing your experience. The experience descriptions must include: project objective, project outcome, project key deliverables, your role and responsibilities. Here is an example: Project: CRM Implementation Objective: The objective of the project was to implement a new customer call center software; Outcome: was to increase productivity of agents by 20% and increase call capacity; Role: I led a team of 6 internal tea members and 2 contractors. I was responsible to lead the team from start to finish. Deliverables: software selection, design and configuration, pilot and several versions, end user training, and transition into support. Methodology: The project used the company’s own project management methodology, which was a combination of Prince2 and PMBoK processes. Starting the Project: I developed the project charter and ensure that the benefits were clearly understood. As part of initiating the project, I consulted with a number of stakeholders from the business to capture their early input and to ensure they were aligned. I used a stakeholder register to keep track of all the project stakeholders and worked early with our organizational change team. Planning the Project: A lot of planning was done up front. I ensured that the requirements were clearly documented, developed the scope baseline, and created a detailed project schedule. Cost tracking was not part of the project, but I needed to provide budget estimates for the funding approvals. A project management plan was developed, and I obtained approval from the project steering committee. Running the Project: Most of the challenges we faced in execution were related to lack of fully dedicated resources, as well as frequently changing requirements. Additional challenges were encountered because the contractor resources were offshore and there were some language barriers. I spend a significant amount of time negotiating for resources, facilitating conflict resolution, coaching the team, and ensuring that the contractors were delivering according to the contract, engaging the customer service representatives who were going to use the software in the call center. I organized a demo and consultation session every two weeks to be sure they were engaged and that no surprises occur later. I used Microsoft Teams during the project and reported progress on a weekly basis. Most team meetings were virtual. Closing the Project: After 4 months, the first version of the new software was implemented in the Australian branches. Based on the feedback, additional roll-outs will be planned. We closed a few phases as releases, and the entire project was closed after we trained everyone involved in the call centers across all the regions. While I was no involved post-project, the organization continued to track benefits realization.

1. Obtain PMI membership We suggest you apply to become a member of PMI (If not already). This means that when you register for the exam, you will receive the member fee level. You also get the PMBoK® and PMI Agile Practice Guide free). http://www.pmi.org 2. Take a 35-hour project management course If you have already done 35 hours of training in the past, you don't need to take another course as long as you still have some 'proof' such as a course certificate. 2. Fill out and submit the PMI Application form You simply go to http://www.pmi.org and look for the APPLY NOW under ‘Certifications -- > PMP’. You will need to document project management experience (in addition to the 35-hour training course). You have to demonstrate a minimum amount of experience conducting project leadership activities. The experience you need depends on whether you have a University degree or not. With a University degree, you need 36 non overlapping months of project management experience; without a University degree, you need 60 months. 3. Wait for approval, then pay for the exam Approval takes about 5-7 business days. If you get selected for a random audit, it may delay the process by a few days, depending on how quickly you return the audit form. Once you receive the approval, you can go ahead and schedule your exam date and time. 4. Pass the exam! Of course, somewhere along the process, you will need to study and solve many practice exam questions. This is where our programs can help - in minimizing the amount of time you spend by giving you clear and focused learning and over 1000 practice questions.

Earning your PMP Certification is a commitment, and that's why it is valuable. You need to have real-world project management experience. Before you apply, make sure you meet of the following sets of PMP Certification requirements: A four-year degree 36 months leading projects 35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® Certification — OR — A high school diploma or an associate’s degree (or global equivalent) 60 months leading projects 35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® Certification

You can use training that you completed at any point in the past. However, you cannot include training that you have not already completed. The education hours must be gained through a formal program and can include e-learning, blended learning, instructor learning. The content must be project management content. Most exam takers take an exam preparation course. The training provider can any training institute and does not need to be through a PMI partner provider. Even training delivered internally at your company could count if it meets the hours requirement. You cannot use unstructured learning such as watching YouTube videos or reading books, for example.

Research indicates that employers will need to fill nearly 2.2 million new project-oriented roles each year through 2027. This means skilled project managers are in high demand. The PMP certification is designed by project professionals, for project professionals, and validates that you are among the best—highly skilled in: People: emphasizing the soft skills you need to effectively lead a project team in today's changing environment. (42% of the exam) Process: reinforcing the technical aspects of successfully managing projects. (50% of the exam) Business Environment: highlighting the connection between projects and organizational strategy. (8% of the exam) The PMP includes three key approaches: Predictive (waterfall) Agile Hybrid The exam: 180 questions (5 are not scored) 230 minutes Closed book Highly secure testing process PMI does not publish the pass mark required 90% of the questions are situational

Marketability: Approximately 90% of project management positions require a project management certification, and consider having a PMP as a preferred asset. Success: You will be able to identify gaps in your own practices or confirmation of your good practices and improve your own success, gain credibility, and success. Recognition: If you are already doing project management roles, why not get recognized for your work? By obtaining your PMP, you can get external validation and recognition of your experience. If you are working on projects or in a support role, then you also can be recognized by earning a CAPM certification. Knowledge: By going through the process of certification, you will enhance your knowledge across various important competencies of project management. While there are thousands of books and videos out there, the PMP certification process includes carefully curated knowledge to ensure that PMP candidates are current and relevant in their work and careers.