PMI Exam Preparation encompasses four vital activities:
- Complete your application based on your experience.
- Elevate your competence level through training and reading books.
- Take mock exams using different simulators.
- Prepare psychologically.
The first point is clear – qualified candidates submit their application to PMI if they possess sufficient experience and education hours. However, the clarity wanes with the remaining points, as their significance becomes apparent only on the actual certification exam day.
Is there a way to assess knowledge quality beyond passing or failing the certification exam? Indeed, an effective means exists – the KnowledgeMap.
The Knowledge Map
The KnowledgeMap, devised by Anatolii Savin (PMP, PfMP, M.S.P.M., MCP), is a unique tool to pinpoint gaps in your project management knowledge. It meticulously aligns with the PMI Exam Content Outlines (ECO), deconstructing your knowledge into domains and tasks. Below is an example of the KnowledgeMap scorecard:
In KnowledgeMap’s exams, you provide right or wrong answers, all stored in the system database. Each question links to one or more ECO tasks/domains, revealing areas needing review.
The depicted scorecard suggests focusing on the Closing Process Group and the Risk Management Knowledge Area. As you read relevant literature, undergo training, and re-take topic exams, the KnowledgeMap scorecard updates.
Certification exam preparation is a journey until all bars turn green, with at least 75% correct answers for each section.
Visit KnowledgeMap.pm for access.