PMI® Authorised PMP® Exam Preparation Training

Develop the confidence to lead projects across predictive, agile, and hybrid environments.

Designed for experienced project professionals who are ready to validate their project management expertise.

The programme includes PMI® membership, a PMP exam voucher, and up to 15 hours of pre-course learning.

PMI® Authorised PMP® Exam Preparation is an intensive and highly interactive five-day programme designed to prepare learners for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification exam introduced in July 2026.

The course reflects contemporary project management practices, with particular emphasis on value creation, strategic alignment, and effective decision-making within complex and rapidly changing project environments.

The programme is organised around the three core PMP® exam domains: People, Process, and Business Environment. Together, these domains combine leadership capability, technical project management knowledge, and strategic awareness.

Throughout the course, learners build the knowledge and confidence required to apply project management principles in predictive, agile, and hybrid delivery environments.

Achieving PMP® certification demonstrates professional capability in leading and delivering projects successfully. Recognised internationally as an important benchmark in project management, the certification can support career development, professional credibility, and increased earning potential.

Pre-Course Learning

Before the instructor-led programme begins, learners receive a specially developed study guide together with interactive online learning materials. These resources provide an introduction to essential PMP® concepts, including processes, knowledge areas, and process groups.

• Pre-course study requires up to 15 hours.
• Short, focused learning activities help reinforce key concepts.
• Preparation activities enable learners to gain greater value from the five-day course.

Learners are encouraged to dedicate additional independent study time beyond the classroom programme. Successful PMP® candidates will typically prepare over a period of two to three months before taking the examination.

To qualify for the PMP® examination, learners must satisfy the current eligibility requirements established by the Project Management Institute. These include:

• At least three years of project leadership experience for candidates holding a bachelor's degree
• At least five years of project leadership experience for candidates without a bachelor's degree
• 35 hours of formal project management education or a CAPM certification

Learners are responsible for confirming that they meet the relevant eligibility requirements before scheduling their examination. Professionals who do not yet satisfy the PMP® requirements may consider CAPM certification as an alternative entry point.

This programme is intended for experienced project professionals who want to achieve PMP® certification and formally demonstrate their project management knowledge and capabilities.

By completing the course and the supporting independent study, learners will be able to:

• Prepare confidently for the PMP® certification examination
• Strengthen their understanding of project leadership, delivery, and strategic alignment
• Apply project management practices in predictive, agile, and hybrid environments
• Lead project teams effectively through appropriate interpersonal and communication skills
• Connect project outcomes with organisational objectives and value delivery
• Respond effectively to complexity, uncertainty, and change in real-world project environments

Introduction

Learners are introduced to the PMP® certification, the structure of the programme, and expectations for the learning process. This opening session establishes the context required for the remainder of the PMP® preparation journey.

The Big Picture: Domains, Lifecycle, and Governance

This lesson examines the fundamental concepts behind contemporary project management practice. Learners explore the PMP® domains, project lifecycles, and governance structures.

The focus is on developing a broader understanding of the responsibilities and perspectives required of project professionals working in modern organisations.

Stakeholders, Vision, and Communication

Learners examine how to engage stakeholders effectively while establishing a shared and clearly understood project vision.

Key topics include:

• Identifying stakeholders and developing engagement strategies
• Creating and communicating a clear project vision
• Planning and managing project communications
• Aligning stakeholder expectations

These capabilities help establish alignment before detailed project planning and delivery activities begin.

Team, Conflict, and Knowledge Sharing

This lesson concentrates on project leadership and team performance. Learners develop their ability to:

• Establish trust and encourage collaboration
• Handle conflict constructively
• Adapt leadership approaches to different project environments
• Support diverse, hybrid, and virtual teams

The lesson also examines effective knowledge-sharing practices that contribute to organisational learning and continuous improvement.

Core Planning: Scope, Value, Resources, Finance, and Risk

Learners build the fundamental planning capabilities required to define and manage project success.

Topics include:

• Defining and controlling project scope
• Supporting value-focused delivery
• Planning and allocating project resources
• Financial planning and cost awareness
• Identifying and managing project risks

The lesson provides a foundation for delivering outcomes that are both achievable and valuable to the organisation.

Integrated Planning: Method, Schedule, Quality, and Procurement

This lesson focuses on bringing the different components of a project together within an integrated project plan.

Learners will:

• Develop a comprehensive project management plan
• Coordinate scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality
• Plan resources according to project requirements
• Understand procurement approaches and supplier management principles

The emphasis is on ensuring that all project components work together to support effective delivery and organisational objectives.

Execution, Monitoring, Change, and Impediments

Learners examine the practical management of projects during delivery.

Topics include:

• Executing project plans effectively
• Monitoring project performance and progress
• Managing changes and responding to risks
• Removing impediments and maintaining project momentum

The lesson emphasises adaptability and the importance of maintaining continuous alignment with project objectives as conditions change.

Business Environment, Continuous Improvement, and Closure

This lesson considers projects within their wider organisational and business context.

Learners will:

• Evaluate the impact of internal and external changes
• Apply continuous improvement practices
• Carry out structured project closure

Effective closure supports benefit realisation, captures lessons learned, and helps strengthen organisational project capability for future initiatives.

Next Steps

At the end of the programme, learners receive guidance on continuing their PMP® examination preparation. This includes independent study strategies, examination techniques, and approaches for using official PMP® resources effectively.

PMP® Exam

The PMP® examination does not take place as part of the five-day course and must be scheduled separately by each learner.

• Number of questions: 180
• Exam duration: 240 minutes
• Delivery: Online proctored examination or an approved testing centre

Candidates must submit their PMP® examination application directly through the Project Management Institute.