Company PMP Preparation

Does your chapter partner with any organizations for PMP exam preparation?
PMI Atlanta provides exam training classes. At this time we do not partner with any other organization.

My organization's goal is to provide certification paths for all employees and PMI certification for Project Managers. I've visited your website and have some information regarding the educational & experiential requirements. How do my employees prepare for the examination?
Training is available through the chapter, see Certification & Education page. Or, your company may wish to start its own study group.

How can my company provide the classes/training tools to our employees which will allow them to prepare for the PMP exam?
Encourage employees to join PMI. Provide employees a library by purchasing single copies of the study materials recommended on the PMI Int'l website. If possible, sponsor a table at a PMI Atlanta dinner meeting to encourage employee participation. Post PMI Int'l - http://www.pmi.org/ and Chapter - http://www.pmiatlanta.org/ website addresses, and encourage employees to review information under Certification.

PMP Certification

How do I obtain my PMP?
By applying for the exam through PMI International - http://www.pmi.org/certification/

What is PMI Certification?
PMI certification is the Project Management Professional, or PMP.

What books do I need to study/brush up on to pass the PMI exam?
PMI International provides a list of study materials - http://www.pmi.org/certification/

What is the PMP?
The Project Management Professional certification is awarded by the Project Management Institute to recognize individuals who have demonstrated knowledge and experience in project management. http://www.pmi.org/certification/ 

PMP Review Classes

Can you provide me with dates on the PMP Preparation Class for this Fall?
Class information can be found on the Certification & Education page.

I am interested in taking a preparation course before taking the PMP exam. Is the local PMI chapter conducting such a course in the future?
Classes are held several times per year. Information and schedules can be found on the Certification Education page.

Are there specific classes that one should take to prepare for the PMP exam?
There is no specific class for preparation. However PMI Atlanta provides a review course. See Certification & Education page. 

PMP Library

Does the chapter have a library of books needed to study for the PMP?
Through the Study Group Coordination service, there are a limited number of study guides, sample tests and CDs available. Contact the Library Chair for details. PMI International provides a list of study materials, and how to obtain them - see www.pmi.org

PMP Study Group 

Is there any other local source of information about taking the PMP other than joining a study group?
PMI Atlanta holds a pre-dinner meeting about once a quarter which focuses specifically on this topic. It covers costs, useful materials, and experiences of those who have taken the exam. The meeting is free. Watch the monthly PMI Atlanta announcements or contact the Study Group Coordinator. 

How do I locate a study group in my geographic area for those preparing for PMP certification?
Contact the Study Group Chair. 

PMP Trainer Opportunities 

My company needs a few PMP trainers living in the metro Atlanta area. What would be the best way to get this word out to your chapter members?
Advertising on PMI Atlanta's website, and notifying the VP, Certification & Education are two suggestions. To advertise contact the VP Communications. Both VPs can be contacted through the Officers page.

PMP Training 

I am interested in learning more about PMI and how to study for the PMP exam. Where do I find information?
Check the Certification & Education page on this site or PMI HQ - http://www.pmi.org/certification 

Will the chapter mail books to me needed to study for the PMP?
No, the chapter provides the Library Service and books are picked up at the monthly chapter meetings. 

What books should I go through to study for my PMP?
PMI Int'l lists books and training reference manual - http://www.pmi.org/certification/. PMI Atlanta advocates taking the PMP preparation Training course. See the Certification & Education page for detailed information. 

For the PMP exam, will it be sufficient to go through the books mentioned on the PMI International website alone?
PMI Atlanta advocates taking the PMP Preparation Training course. See the Certification Education page for detailed information. 

I am interested in getting my Project Management certification. Can you recommend schools in the Atlanta area offering training?
Classes are held several times per year. Information and schedules can be found on the Certification Education page.