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The PMP Exam Changes A er 11 January 2016. Heres

What This Means For You.
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Every five to seven years, the Project Management Institute (PMI)

performs a Role Delineation Study (RDS). This is basically a big
survey among project managers like you and me from around the
world with the goal to identify what it is that we do on our projects.
As a result of the most recent RDS, PMI now has a pretty accurate
picture of the tasks that we project managers perform, as well as the
knowledge and skills required for our job.

PMI has used this information to update the PMP Examination

Content Outline (/pmpoutline). This document is the basis for the
Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam. And because this
document changed, the PMP exam also has to be updated.

The update to the PMP exam is scheduled for 11 January 2016.

Please click here to learn what we are doing to update our training
products like The PM PrepCast... (https://www.project-management-
prepcast.com/free/pmp-exam/articles/710-2016-pmp-exam-
update-and-the-pm-prepcast)

Lets first look at why this change is happening and then we will
examine what this means for you. Youll be surprised at how little is
actually changing.

Contents
1.Why is The PMP Exam Changing? (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-exam/articles/695-the-pmp-exam-changes-
a er-11-january-2016-here-s-what-this-means-for-you#h1-why-is-the-pmp-exam-changing)
2.Interview with Simona Fallavolita - PMP Exam Product Manager for PMI (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-
exam/articles/695-the-pmp-exam-changes-a er-11-january-2016-here-s-what-this-means-for-you#h2-interview-with-simona-fallavolita-
pmp-exam-product-manager-for-pmi)
3.The GUIDE Isnt Changing (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-exam/articles/695-the-pmp-exam-changes-a er-
11-january-2016-here-s-what-this-means-for-you#h3-the-guide-isn-t-changing)
4.The PMP Exam Structure Isnt Changing (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-exam/articles/695-the-pmp-exam-
changes-a er-11-january-2016-here-s-what-this-means-for-you#h4-the-pmp-exam-structure-isn-t-changing)
5.The Domains and Score Report Arent Changing (Much) (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-exam/articles/695-
the-pmp-exam-changes-a er-11-january-2016-here-s-what-this-means-for-you#h5-the-domains-and-score-report-aren-t-changing-much)
6.The PMP Exam Eligibility Requirements Arent Changing (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-exam/articles/695-
the-pmp-exam-changes-a er-11-january-2016-here-s-what-this-means-for-you#h6-the-pmp-exam-eligibility-requirements-aren-t-
changing)
7.The Exam Changes on 11 January 2016. No Ifs, Ands or Buts About It. (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-
exam/articles/695-the-pmp-exam-changes-a er-11-january-2016-here-s-what-this-means-for-you#h7-the-exam-changes-on-11-january-
2016-no-ifs-ands-or-buts-about-it)
8.Your Study Materials
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changes-a er-11-january-2016-here-s-what-this-means-for-you#h9-my-recommendations-for-pmp-students)
10.Conclusion (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-exam/articles/695-the-pmp-exam-changes-a er-11-january-
2016-here-s-what-this-means-for-you#h10-conclusion)

Why is The PMP Exam Changing?

PMI wants to ensure that the PMP Exam is an accurate reflection of the tasks, knowledge and skills project management professionals actually
perform and need on a daily basis. If PMI didnt regularly add new methods and remove outdates ones, then PMP aspirants like yourself would
still be tested on obsolete tools and techniques that were used 30 years ago when the PMP exam first came into being.

Interview with Simona Fallavolita - PMP Exam Product Manager for PMI
I had the opportunity to sit down with Simona Fallavolita from PMI to discuss the upcoming PMP exam changes and record the
interview as a podcast. So before you read any further, please click Play below and listen to the wealth of information about the exam
changes that Simona has to o er!

Play Now: (http://tra ic.libsyn.com/pmpodcast/PM_Podcast_336_2015_10_30_simona_fallavolita.mp3)

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The GUIDE Isnt Changing

This is important: The PMP Exam is based on the PMP Examination Content Outline and NOT on the PMBOK Guide. Yes, there are many
overlaps, but they are not 100% the same and the exam content outline even has some unique sections not covered by the PMBOK Guide. The
PMBOK Guide itself, however, is not changing.

The PMP Exam Structure Isnt Changing

The PMP Exam is a computer-based exam. You have to answer 200 multiple-choice questions in four hours. There is no change in this aspect of
the PMP Exam.

The Domains and Score Report Arent Changing (Much)

When taking the PMP Exam, you will be tested in the five domains of Initiating (13%), Planning (24%), Executing (31%), Monitoring + Controlling
(25%) as well as Closing (7%). At the end of the exam you will receive a score report that tells you how you did in each domain and whether you
passed or failed the exam. No change.

There is just one minor change here: Executing went up from 30% to 31%, while Closing went down from 8% to 7%. This is negligible and should
not a ect how you prepare for the PMP exam.

The PMP Exam Eligibility Requirements Arent Changing

The PMP Exam eligibility requirements remain the same. You still need to show the same amount of education and experience as before. You can
find the details on page six of the PMP Credential Handbook (/pmphb). So there is no change here either.

The Exam Changes on 11 January 2016. No Ifs, Ands or Buts About It.
The change was originally scheduled to take place on 1 November 2015. This was not enough time for everyone involved to get ready, so PMI
changed the date to 11 January 2016.

The current exam will remain active until 11 January 2016. A er 11 January 2016, only the new version of the PMP exam will be administered. In
other words:

If you are taking the exam on or before 11 January 2016 you will take the current exam.
If you are taking the exam a er 11 January 2016 you will take the new exam.

Your Study Materials Will Change

The new PMP Exam Content outline, includes some modifications to existing tasks, removal of a few tasks and the addition of eight new tasks.
Some of the main drivers for the exam changes include:

Emphasis on business strategy and benefits realization

Values of lessons learned
Project charter responsibility
Enhancing stakeholder relationship.

PMI states that about 25% content change is based on new topics from the 8 new tasks, which were previously not tested. Note that in addition
there are other changes to overall exam questions, which will be updated that are not tied to these 8 new tasks.

One of the reasons why PMI has moved the exam changeover date to 11 January 2016 is to give Registered Education Providers (R.E.P.s) more
time to include all the new concepts into their training materials. It is their responsibility to ensure that their training materials are up to date. And
so, as a student, this should not concern you too much. You should simply be able to expect that your provider ensures that your training
materials are current. Thats what you are paying for.

My Recommendations For PMP Students

1.) Take Your PMP Exam before 11 January 2016

Plan your PMP exam studies in such a way that you can take the exam before 11 December 2015, which is one full month before the changeover.
In this way, you avoid the last minute rush in January when everyone wants to take the old exam before it changes. This timeframe also gives you
an extra four weeks to recover and retake the exam, if worst comes to worst and you dont pass on your first try.

2) Study the PMBOK Guide 5th Edition

You must study the PMBOK Guide 5th Edition no matter if you are planning to take your exam before, on or a er 11 January 2016. It is still the
primary source to learn about exam concepts.

3.) Use Study Materials From PMI Registered Education Providers

We and other PMI R.E.Ps are working fast to update our study materials to cover the new concepts that are being introduced. And because of this,
you and all other PMP students dont have to worry about the changes at all. Instead, before you buy study materials from a PMI R.E.P., ask them
to confirm that the materials are current first.

4.) Read The PMI FAQ:

Read the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) (http://www.pmi.org/certification/exam-changes/pmp.aspx) page if you want to delve into all the
details.

Conclusion
My final recommendation to you as a PMP student is this: Dont worry about the coming change too much!

We have done an extensive comparison between the old and new examination content outline and I have come to the conclusion that there is
nothing big coming. Yes, there are a number of exciting concepts like lean principles, regulatory impact, and emotional intelligence listed in the
new outline. But most likely you have already heard of these new tasks, knowledge and skills, or you may even be practicing them at present.

Also remember that PMI is continuously updating the PMP exam. For example, some time back questions about delegation started appearing
on the exam. PMI didnt o icially announce this and so nobody made a fuss about it. But now that PMI is o icially announcing an update
everyone gets anxious.

So instead of agonizing about this change, a more positive approach for you as a PMP candidate is to simply purchase and use the right study
materials that cover all the concepts you need for your exam. Focus your energy on your studies and dont worry about the update.

Comments (64) ADD NEW

Enter your name Monday, 31 August 2015

Thanks for this update; it is helpful for us preparing for the exams and somewhat encourages those who would want to take the exams next year,
that there is nothing much to fear.
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Anonymous Friday, 30 October 2015

Wow - everything I wanted to know but was afraid to ask! Excellent series of articles, supporting documents and advice. I am a practicing PM and
currently planning to get re-certified. I can attest that much of what has been posted here is on the mark and very well presented. Thank you Mr.
Cornelius Fichtner!!!
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Anonymous Tuesday, 17 November 2015
If I purchase today, will I have all of the updated materials now to take the Post-Jan test or do I need to wait?
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admin Tuesday, 17 November 2015

@Anonymous: We are currently developing the new materials -- about 15 new lessons. These will be released one-by-one as soon as they are
available. Please see here for the details www.project-management-prepcast.com/free...-and-the-pm-prepcast (https://www.project-
management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-exam/articles/710-2016-pmp-exam-update-and-the-pm-prepcast)
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Salman Haider Wednesday, 18 November 2015

Hi Corelius, I have just started to prepare for the PMP exam and am not sure if I would be able to give the exam before the 11th of January 2016.
What would be your suggestion as to when I should schedule my exam for?
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admin Wednesday, 18 November 2015

Salman -- I think that you have answered your own question: "am not sure if I would be able to give the exam before the 11th of January 2016". If
you yourself think that you cannot make it, then I can only recommend that you plan on taking the exam a er the change.
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garconne@gmail.com Wednesday, 18 November 2015

In addition to my previous question.. will the exam simulator be updated as well? In case I haven't started using it yet..
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Anonymous Wednesday, 18 November 2015

Hi, is this a "must have" if we already have the prepcast? Or is the Prepcast good enough? (does this product contain information not already in
the prepcast) ty Paul
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admin Wednesday, 18 November 2015

@garconne -- The PM Exam Simulator will be updated with questions based on the new topics from the exam content outline. Please see here
www.project-management-prepcast.com/free...-and-the-pm-prepcast (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-
exam/articles/710-2016-pmp-exam-update-and-the-pm-prepcast)
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admin Wednesday, 18 November 2015

@Paul -- If you are a current student of The PM PrepCast (for PMBOK 5th edition) then you are covered. Please read the FAQ on this page here
www.project-management-prepcast.com/free...-and-the-pm-prepcast (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-
exam/articles/710-2016-pmp-exam-update-and-the-pm-prepcast) near the top.
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Bob Tuesday, 01 December 2015

If I am just getting started with this option. Should I download now or wait until a defined date to ensure all updates are available?
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Anonymous Wednesday, 02 December 2015

Thank you so much for the update. This is clarified most of the questions in my mind.
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Aaron Monday, 07 December 2015

I'd like to purchase the PM PrepCast Elite but I am concerned with the materials of the exam simulator being outdated a er 11 Jan 16. I'd like to
have the entire time period available with the newly added information for the exam simulator.

I've read that you are updating materials but, if I were to order now, does the clock start ticking on exam simulator access or will those orders
placed within 90 days of the changes be grandfathered in (i.e., extensions for newly added content)?

Thanks.
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Anonymous Tuesday, 22 December 2015

@Hey Fichtner, I have been seeing your Prep-cast videos and practicing simulation exam :-) I scored 70-75% in first two simulation exams. I could
get it bit better in another 2 weeks.
Q1: What you suggest ?
Q2: would i get revised contents and updated exams from Prep-cast ? If yes, how soon I can expect ?
Thanks !
Ravi
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admin Tuesday, 22 December 2015

@Aaron -- If you purchase the PrepCast Elite now, then you can simply "wait" with the activation of your exam simulator. So purchase right away
and start watching the PrepCast video lessons but DON'T use the simulator yet. Simply wait until about January 14th to log on to the simulator
and start using it. Your 90 days start on the day you take your first exam.
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admin Tuesday, 22 December 2015

@Anonymous.
Q1: >> 75% is not a bad number but everyone really has a di erent experience. Why don't you ask this question in our PMP discussion forum
(/forum) and see what our other students recommend...
Q2: >> This is explained in this article here www.project-management-prepcast.com/free...-and-the-pm-prepcast (https://www.project-
management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-exam/articles/710-2016-pmp-exam-update-and-the-pm-prepcast)
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Anonymous Monday, 28 December 2015

I have failed PMP Exam 2 times, please advice.
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Pam Tuesday, 29 December 2015

@Anonymous, I too have failed this two times. First time I took for granted, second time I was devastated. I was told the only thing someone
would have done di erent than I, was take more practice tests. I still have not went back for my third time, but plan on doing this in 2016. Hoping
and praying, third time is a charm.
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THIRU Wednesday, 30 December 2015

Hi, I am planning to start preparing for PMP exam from 1st Jan 2016. I plan to read PMBOK first then buy the training/study material from
prepcast. Other than these should I read any additional books like Rita? Please advice.
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Sekar Wednesday, 30 December 2015

Hallo Fitchner,
I already have access to Prepcast exam Simulator but not activated yet. I am planning to activate a er January 14'th. I hope in this Scenario, The
questions from new exam Content will be visible. Please confirm. Thanks in advance.
Regards,
Sekar.
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admin Wednesday, 30 December 2015

@Sekar -- Confirmed.
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admin Wednesday, 30 December 2015

@THIRU -- This question should best be asked in our discussion forum. Please go to www.project-management-prepcast.com/kunena/pmp-
exam-discussion (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/kunena/pmp-exam-discussion) and ask your question here.
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Pam Wednesday, 30 December 2015

@admin, I have the Rita vs 8 book. Since there are new items coming in 2016, should I update my study book?
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admin Wednesday, 30 December 2015

@Pam -- I'm sorry but you are going to have to ask RMC Project (the maker of the Rita Books) about this. I don't know the answer.
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Adam Nelson Saturday, 02 January 2016

When will the new materials be completed for the upcoming exam? There doesn't seem to be a completion date listed anywhere. Thanks
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KAZI SAIFUL HOQUE,CBAP Sunday, 03 January 2016

I have planned to appear in PMP exam. later part of this year. I have visited your site, thank you. I am looking to enroll to earn 35 credit hour and
need to know if your study materials incorporate the upcoming changes as mentioned in your article.
Thank you in advance
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admin Sunday, 03 January 2016

@Adam Nelson: You are absolutely correct. We have not published a target date because we noticed very early on that these new lessons are
very hard to estimate. For example "Knowledge Management" was scheduled as a one-week development e ort that turned into a nearly four-
week "monster". We quickly learned that since these are new topics, there is very little out there we can based our lessons on, and that we pretty
much have to develop everything from scratch. However... we "hope" to be finished within 2 weeks.
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admin Sunday, 03 January 2016

@KAZI SAIFUL HOQUE: Yes of course! Please read this article here... www.project-management-prepcast.com/free...-and-the-pm-prepcast
(https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-exam/articles/710-2016-pmp-exam-update-and-the-pm-prepcast)
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Anonymous Sunday, 03 January 2016

admin wrote:
@Adam Nelson: You are absolutely correct. We have not published a target date because we noticed very early on that these new lessons are
very hard to estimate.

@admin Thank you so much for a real answer! I figured this was the issue, rather than anything else.

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Anonymous Wednesday, 06 January 2016

Recently on 4th jan i failed my exam of PMP. Please suggest me what to do ?? when i will try for second time?? How much time will i need more to
prepare for new PMP exam. Should i try in Feb first week or take more time??
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Anonymous Wednesday, 06 January 2016

Hi Cornelius. Just to clarify. I am an existing subscriber of the PM Simulator. You mentioned 'Everyone who has a paid access to the exam
simulator on/a er January 11, 2016 will automatically get access to the new questions.' What about 'before'? Does this apply to me as well?
Thank you. Azri
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admin Thursday, 07 January 2016

Anonymous wrote:
Recently on 4th jan i failed my exam of PMP. Please suggest me what to do ?? when i will try for second time?? How much time will i need more
to prepare for new PMP exam. Should i try in Feb first week or take more time??

Please post your question in our PMP Exam Discussion forums -- you will receive a lot more and better responses and recommendations over
there: www.project-management-prepcast.com/kunena/pmp-exam-discussion (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/kunena/pmp-
exam-discussion)
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admin Thursday, 07 January 2016

Anonymous wrote:
Hi Cornelius. Just to clarify. I am an existing subscriber of the PM Simulator. You mentioned 'Everyone who has a paid access to the exam
simulator on/a er January 11, 2016 will automatically get access to the new questions.' What about 'before'? Does this apply to me as well?
Thank you. Azri

Azri -- A subscription to The PM Exam Simulator is normally just for 90 days. So if your subscription is still active on Jan 12 then you will be able to
see the new questions. But if your subscription has expired, then you will not be able to see them.
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Anonymous Sunday, 10 January 2016

Cornelius, I know I won't be able to take the exam by January 1th. What does this mean to me and my studies using the PM Prepcast? Do I need
to re-subscribe?
Let me know please, Thank You, John
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admin Monday, 11 January 2016

Anonymous wrote:
Cornelius, I know I won't be able to take the exam by January 1th. What does this mean to me and my studies using the PM Prepcast? Do I need
to re-subscribe? Let me know please, Thank You, John

Please check out this article here that explains what and how we are doing it: www.project-management-prepcast.com/free...-and-the-pm-
prepcast (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-exam/articles/710-2016-pmp-exam-update-and-the-pm-prepcast)
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Anonymous Tuesday, 12 January 2016

Enter your name wrote:

Thanks for this update; it is helpful for us preparing for the exams and somewhat encourages those who would want to take the exams next
year, that there is nothing much to fear.

mohamad.aldawd88
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VIDYA D VADAKOOT Wednesday, 13 January 2016

Hello, I plan to give PMP under the changed pattern/ syllabus, and i am planning to buy prepcast, when do you think is a good time to do so? to
make sure all the new topics are incorporated into the prepcast
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admin Wednesday, 13 January 2016

VIDYA D VADAKOOT wrote:

Hello, I plan to give PMP under the changed pattern/ syllabus, and i am planning to buy prepcast, when do you think is a good time to do so? to
make sure all the new topics are incorporated into the prepcast

We only have one more new lesson to record and publish. This should be completed within the next 48 hours. You can purchase The PM
PrepCast at any time -- because it's a Podcast, the new lesson with simply "show up" as soon as we publish it. You will not miss anything.
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Eric Friday, 15 January 2016

Hello,

I just bought the PMP prepcast package 8 months ago. Will I have to buy another package for this updated version?
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admin Friday, 15 January 2016

Eric.. have you already passed your PMP Exam?
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Anonymous Sunday, 17 January 2016

Hi,
has someone taken the exam a er January 12th? Can you please leave your comments about how big the change was? Thank you! Monica
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Jawed Khan Sunday, 17 January 2016

Hi Cornelius, by when all the new PMP Prepcast and simulator updates will be available? or it all have already been released?
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admin Sunday, 17 January 2016

Jawed Khan wrote:

Hi Cornelius, by when all the new PMP Prepcast and simulator updates will be available? or it all have already been released?

Everything is 100% updated!

www.project-management-prepcast.com/free...-and-the-pm-prepcast (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-
exam/articles/710-2016-pmp-exam-update-and-the-pm-prepcast)
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rehmat Tuesday, 19 January 2016

can anyone let me know pmbok 5th edition still valid for preparation for pmp exams?
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admin Tuesday, 19 January 2016

rehmat wrote:
can anyone let me know pmbok 5th edition still valid for preparation for pmp exams?

Confirmed. PMOBK 5th Edition is still valid. (6th Edition will be published only in 2017.)
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Anonymous Wednesday, 27 January 2016

I purchased the prepcast a week ago and haven't seen all module 70 published (only received one) and since I don't have a list of the 14 new
lessons you mentioned. I don't know if any other new lessons I haven't got yet. Since you said EVERYTHING is updated, I am wondering why I
didn't get all of them. Please advice.
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admin Wednesday, 27 January 2016

@anonymous... Please visit www.project-management-prepcast.com/free...-and-the-pm-prepcast (https://www.project-management-
prepcast.com/free/pmp-exam/articles/710-2016-pmp-exam-update-and-the-pm-prepcast) where we have posted exact details about what has
been published. Module 70 is currently being re-recorded. I expect it to be complete within 2-3 weeks.
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Anonymous Thursday, 28 January 2016

Is PMBOK 5th Edition and rita mulcahy 8th edition is enough for current pmp exam? how I can get new process/tasks study materials which are
added a er 11-Jan-2016?
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Anonymous Tuesday, 23 February 2016

Recommendation to people pursuing the PMP designation: Stop now! Not worth the money and is geared towards people who have strong
academic backgrounds rather than people who have actually worked as Project Managers.
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admin Wednesday, 24 February 2016

Anonymous wrote:
Is PMBOK 5th Edition and rita mulcahy 8th edition is enough for current pmp exam? how I can get new process/tasks study materials which are
added a er 11-Jan-2016?

This is a question that is best asked in our PMP Forum. Please go here to ask the question so that our PMP Moderators can assist you better:
www.project-management-prepcast.com/kunena/pmp-exam-discussion (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/kunena/pmp-exam-
discussion)
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admin Wednesday, 24 February 2016

Anonymous wrote:
Recommendation to people pursuing the PMP designation: Stop now! Not worth the money and is geared towards people who have strong
academic backgrounds rather than people who have actually worked as Project Managers.

I'd love to hear more about how you came to this conclusion. Would you please elaborate and explain your personal experience with the PMP
exam?
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Anonymous Monday, 29 February 2016

HI,

Can anyone tell me which book I need to read for PMP.

I am planning to take the exam within another 3 months.
Please tell me the book with Edition since the exam patterns are changed.

Thanks in Advance.
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NTFD Tuesday, 17 May 2016

I am planning on taking the exam in 3 months. May be in August 2016. I went to PMI website and found PMBOK 5th Edition and 6th Edition.
Please me which on do I need to study. Where do I find the Exam changes December of 2015 to Jan 2016 and on... Any/all help would be
appreciated.
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Anonymous Sunday, 12 June 2016

What is the passing percentage for PMP?
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Lucas Banuelos Wednesday, 06 July 2016

Hello i would like to know the dead line of the next year to present the PMP exam based in the v5 of the PMP Book, because i know the PMP Book
v6 will be release the next year, do you know something ?
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admin Thursday, 07 July 2016

Lucas... please read this article here where we have the timeline about the release of PMBOK 6: www.project-management-
prepcast.com/free...se-date-and-timeline (https://www.project-management-prepcast.com/free/pmp-exam/articles/853-pmbok-6-release-date-
and-timeline)
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April Monday, 12 September 2016

i noticed the PMI Exam Content Outline is dated June 2015, does it in fact have changes from Jan 2016 included in it?
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admin Monday, 12 September 2016

@April: Yes... that is the current one. The Exam Content Outline was published in June 2015 but it only became e ective in January 2016, so that
we could implement the changes in our training materials.
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Anonymous Wednesday, 05 October 2016

Hello People, Next week onwards my PMP training will get started and i am planning to give exam in First or second week of FEB.. Just want to
know whether it is enough time or do i need to consider bit late? Also i want to know whether PMP Portion is getting changed?
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Jitesh Kshirsagar Wednesday, 23 November 2016

I have just started going through the PMBOK and Rita Mulachy books for PMP exams. My question is shall I hold on my reading, study until then
new materials are out as this will be redoing things and will not know what is out of syallbus and what is being added part of new material?

Please suggest
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Chris Wednesday, 04 January 2017
Hi, I would like to start immediately with preparing for PMI PMP. For that purpose I plan to purchase prepcast elite. But, given this update I am not
sure when I should do the purchase ... can I do it right now or should I wait until ? until all training materials are up to date?
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Anonymous Tuesday, 17 January 2017

One thing that did not change is that it's designed for you to fail!! I've never studied so hard for something in my life! I've shut o the world, no
cell phone, no distractions for months! I used the PMBOK guide 5th edition and the PMP exam prep book, including audio guide, flip charts and
mock exams! And yet I've failed twice!!! It's very discouraging and frustrating to know how bad I want this and to be defeated because the exam is
designed to make you fail!! Truly truly sad and disheartening the trick questions, the fake answers, the extra non-useful information in the
questions. When the failure rate of this exam is greater then 52% that's a problem. I now see why there a millions of professionals working "as a"
project manager but not certified...they couldn't pass the exam either!!! I'm very heart broken I've failed twice (Nov 2016 & Jan 2017)
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Mausumi Saturday, 04 February 2017

Hi, I have taken 35pdu's at the beginning of 2015. But never appeared for the exam. Now as 5th edition is ending soon I would like to take up the
exam. My question is 1) Am I still eligible to sit for the exam using two years old pdu's ? 2) if yes then can I carry on my studies based on 5th
edition. 3) as the exam pattern changed do I need to worry anything on that.
Please advice.
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Ali Saturday, 01 July 2017

Hi,
In The PMP Exam Changes A er 11 January 2016
Is there any change in the processes , input , output and tools ?
thank you
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