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Someone asked me the other day about details on the PMP Exam Certifications.I decided to share this writeup with my fellow nairalanders on www.nairaland.com . What is PMP certification and why get it? PMP stands for Project Management Professional. PMP certification is offered by PMI (Project Management Institute) and those that obtain this certification demonstrate a proficient level of project management leadership skills. PMP certification is widely recognized by major companies and government agencies worldwide as the standard qualification for the role of project managers resulting in certificate holders commanding higher salaries than the others. According to the PMI website, as of May 2009, there are more than a quarter million certified professionals around the world. Many companies require their project managers to hold this certification and is growing in popularity every day. It is instrumental to getting major project especially public sector projects for some companie...

Value of a Credential The credentials bouquet by PMI -Project Management Institute are outlined below CAPM -Certified Associate in Project Management PMI-SP -Project Management Institute-Scheduling Professional PMI-RMP -Project Management Institute Risk Management Profesional PMP -Project Management Professional PgMP -Program Management Professional For organizations, the most significant benefit of PMI credentials is that it allows them to assemble project teams of credential holders and reap many rewards, ranging from improved processes and results to employee retention. For individuals who obtain and maintain PMI credentials, you not only get recognized for your skills and knowledge during the vigorous credentialing process, but also show your dedication to the profession and professional development. Even the family of credentials undergoes a vigorous process of development and maintenance that is recognized by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO...

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PMP Exam simulators usually cost an arm and a leg but today i have on offer a free PMP Exam simulator for you.This is used best when you have completed your training and you want to test your knowledge.it has 100% coverage of the exam questions. Check it out here -http://www.headfirstlabs.com/PMP/pmp_exam/v1/quiz.html Looking to get a PMP Certification then visit www.ritetracconsult.com.ng if in Nigeria but outside Nigeria consider our Multimedia Virtual Project Management classes more information here Multimedia Virtual PMP Training  

Follow this link to acquire the latest edition of the PMBOK 4TH Edition.About the PMBOK its the standard book considered as the best for Project Management Literature from PMI. The Fourth Edition continues to reflect the evolving knowledge within the profession of project management. Like previous editions it represents generally recognized good practice in the profession. The PMBOK ® Guide— Fourth Edition continues the tradition of excellence in project management with a standard that is easy to understand and implement http://www.pmi.org/Resources/Pages/Library-of-PMI-Global-Standards-projects.aspx Looking to get a PMP Certification then visit www.ritetracconsult.com.ng if in Nigeria but outside Nigeria consider our Multimedia Virtual Project Management classes more information here Multimedia Virtual PMP Training  

In case you are on a job search in these days of recession,I encourage you not to loss hope but to perserve in your search.Every day on Quest means Business on CNN,I see loads of people pounding the pavements all in search of a job.Apart from a physical search,an online search can reduce the hours spent moving up and down. Here is a list of sites to see for your job search.God's Grace and Favour in your search. www.projectmanagementcrossing.com Largest Databank of Project Management Jobs worldwide CWJobs CWJobs.co.uk is the largest and longest running specialist IT recruitment website, serving permanent & contract IT jobseekers throughout the UK. ITvacancies.com ITvacancies.com is the leading one stop job board for all IT recruiters and IT organisations looking to find UK based IT professionals. Jobserve JobServe formed in 1993 as the world's first online recruitment service and their passion for innovation has ensured that the company is still at the forefron...

Some one rightfully asked me the other day of the value that project management can add to their organization and as an individual wanting to go into the profession.For many people, the idea of a structured process represents change, which is often unwelcome; and it is thought to be overly burdensome and even costly. In reality, successful project management offers important benefits to ensure goals are effectively accomplished for the benefit of the organization. Some of these values that PM brings to the table includes: Establishes accountability -Project status reports track progess on deliverables,ensuring project stays on track and on schedule. Manages Risk -potential risks or threats to the success of the project are identified early and manged accordingly by putting necessary risk mitigating processes in place Mitigates Cost -most projects major issues are that costs are always overiden,but this can be corrected by using techiques and tools to manage cost variances Prev...