What is the PMP exam?

The PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is accredited by the Project Management Institute (PMI). It is recognised worldwide and is the highest level of qualification that project managers can achieve. It recognizes demonstrated knowledge and skill in leading and managing project teams and delivering projects within schedule, budget and resource constraints. 

What are the benefits of the PMP exam?

Now let's see what the benefits of obtaining the certificate mean in terms of career opportunities at home and abroad.

Professional recognition 

PMP certification is tangible proof of project management expertise. It demonstrates mastery of industry-standard practices and methodologies, which instils confidence in employers and clients alike.

Learning new skills and continuous professional development

In preparation for the exam, candidates gain a remarkable amount of knowledge about project management, but the learning doesn't stop there. Achieving the qualification requires continuous development of knowledge, skills and professional development. This commitment to staying abreast of industry trends, best practices and emerging technologies ensures that PMP exam holders remain at the forefront of the profession and achieve the best results in their field.

Better career opportunities

PMP certification is recognised worldwide, opening the door to the best projects for professionals at home and abroad. Whatever sector you work in, the PMP qualification provides a common language and framework, regardless of country borders.

Employers often give preference to candidates with PMP certification when recruiting for leadership or project management positions. Whether seeking promotion within an organization or looking for new opportunities, PMP certification can open the door to higher positions with more responsibility.

Greater financial recognition

Professionals with the PMP exam typically earn higher salaries. Indeed, the specific skills and expertise demonstrated by the certification are highly valued by employers, which means a more favourable benefits package and career development opportunities.

Who should get PMP certification?

The PMP certification can be useful for professionals who have at least 3-4 years of work experience, most of it in a project environment. 

Whether you want to move up from your current position or increase your marketability in the labour market, PMP certification can open up new opportunities in any industry.

What are the prerequisites for the PMP exam?

The PMP exam requires proof of:

• 36 months of project management experience for university or college graduates (this can be done by filling in the project profile forms on the PMI website)

IMPORTANT: In the case of candidates with a secondary education, 60 months of practice are required for the exam.

• 35 hours of structured project management training or valid CAPM certification

TIP: If you don't have the experience to pass the exam, it's worth getting the CAPM certification.

How to apply for the PMP exam?

You can apply for the PMP exam online. You can register for free on the PMI website. It is important to note that creating an account does not in itself constitute PMI membership.

You can use PMI to prove your eligibility to take the exam, your qualifications, your project management experience and the 35 hours of training. 

PMI will then send you a unique code, which you can use to book an exam appointment at an exam centre or for the online exam.

What exam questions should I expect? What does the PMP exam look like?

Project managers have to take a 180-question exam, which takes 230 minutes. 

NOT TO KNOW: The test questions typically describe different situations, and it is not sufficient to have theoretical knowledge to answer them. The PMP exam was created by project managers for project managers, so all exam questions are related to real project management experience. See the PMP sample questions! >>

If you don't want to take the exam in person, you can do it online several times each week.

The PMP exam is in English, but the following language guides are also available: Arabic, Chinese (Simplified + Traditional), French, German, Hebrew, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese (Brazilian), Russian, Spanish (Mexican + Spanish), and Turkish.