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POST CONFERENCE THANK YOU NOTE
Thanks for allowing me to share
great information related to the
PMP Certification Exam Preparation.
Here is the slide deck shared at the conference with some additional
changes and a huge surprise.
Reading important material can be quite rewarding at times!
See you at next year’s conference in Chicago.
Elaine Jackson, PMP
‗Drill Questions to Pass the PMP Certification Exam‘
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FREE MATERIAL
List of Best Studying Techniques
- sample of what is shared with classes (hardcopy at
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2010 National BDPA Technology Conference
Drilling Questions to Pass the PMP
Certification Exam
Elaine Jackson, PMPPMP Interactive Consulting
July 28th – July 31st
Philadelphia, PA
WHO ARE YOU ?
Please share :
Name
State
Career Path
Amount of PMP Training/Work Experience
What made you pick this session
1 thing you hope to learn in this session
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WE ARE
PMP Interactive Consulting
•5 years PMP coaching experience internationally
•we have a 95% closing rate getting you to pass the exam
•students pass exam on 1st attempt
•dedicated virtual training programs to keep students relaxed
•specializing in students that are busy and need PMP – NOW!
•virtual training any time /any place –be comfortable while studying
•corporate training for project management
•over 5 years of data collected to identify a different teaching method
one stop source to get PMP knowledge into your head !
Knowledge that stays with you after the exam!
Objectives
Requirements
PMI Audit
PMP Test Environment
Exam Prep
Sample Test Material (read
disclaimer to set realistic expectations)
Questions
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WHAT DO YOU VALUE
?
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT
HOW IS PM conducted at your company?
HOW CAN you be a MORE EFFECTIVE
PROJECT MANAGER?
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USP of PMP Interactive Consulting
PMPICON You pass test on 1st attempt
Ensures FULL understanding
Caring training environment
Virtual classes
** Group and 1:1 training **
On-site training
Flexibility in scheduling
Tough Love program
• Holistic Program
• Nurturing relationship
• *30 minutes free career
assessment with my career
coach Dargin Consulting
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OTHER Training Programs
Limited time for each student per class
You travel to their locations
You pay for their rental locations
You need more study time before test
You are not focused for test process
You end up paying again for same class
X Promise to return your money if you fail
(who wants money –you want your PMP)
X Guarantee you will pass the exam (are
they going to sit in the test with you and
hold your hand?)
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Requirements
35 contact hrs of formal PMP Training
4500 hours of documented project work
College degree (BS or higher)
or
7500 hours of documents project work
+ College degree (from a junior college)
Application must be complete tips …
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Application Tips
• Be truthful - dedicated
• Be patient
• Research project work (coach can help you do it right) / SAVE TIME TOO.
Manager Information (not all managers are the same)
Use a PMP coach
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Your College Training
Secure a copy of your degree
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HOURS of PMP Work
• Work experience can be from many areas
• MUST fit in the following process groups:
Initiating
Planning
Executing
Monitoring & Controlling
Closing
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THE AUDIT !
• 10% of applications submitted get audited
• Don‘t be AFRAID …
• BE Ready to take the exam
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Contact HOURS
PMI may audit you
… even after you pass the exam !
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PRIZE DRAWING
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Free Assistance with your PMI PMP Application
Overview to help you avoid an audit due to errors on your
PMP Certification PMI application
90-minute session
Winner:
Jeannette WigginsCONGRATULATIONS!
Award Valid until 12/31/2010
Not many things
are free in life …
call to activate
your award.
Preparing for the Exam
STUDY ----
• STUDY toward deadline
• Use current materials
Join study groups
• Study 5+ hours daily
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If You Have Concerns:
• contact your PMP Coach
contact your local PMI Chapter President
• contact PMI
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PMP Test Environment tips
• BRING CURRENT VALID ID
leave jewelry home
• wear loose clothing
• bring food that gives you energy
• bring sweater for comfort
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Testing Period
• Plan for breaks
• Mark questions for review
DON‘T CHANGE ANSWERS
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5…
4…
3…
2…
1…End of test
Questions
CALL OUT ANSWERS
YOUR FULL PARTICIPATION IS NEEDED
DISCUSSION TIME
**** TAKE NOTES!
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SOURCE OF QUESTIONS
With the permission of Oliver Lehmann the
following PMP questions are available to anyone
wanting extra practice questions.
http://www.oliverlehmann.com/contents/free-
downloads/175_PMP_Sample_Questions.pdf
Feel free to use these questions to be ready for your exam.
Contact Oliver Lehmann if you have questions related to his material.
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Disclaimer: Under no circumstances will studying only these questions prepare you to pass the whole
PMP Exam. This 90 minute presentation will enhance your ability to grasp the complexity and
importance of taking time to study thoroughly!
Quality PM Instructor + great training materials + dedicated student=PMP Certification
QUESTION 1
Being assigned as a project manager, you noticed during
executing that conflicts arise in the team on both,
technical and interpersonal level. What is an appropriate
way of handling conflicts?
• 1- Conflicts distract the team and disrupt the work rhythm.
You should always smooth them when they surface.
• 2- A conflict should be handled in a meeting so that the
entire team can participate in solution finding.
• 3- Conflict should be addressed early and usually in
private, using a direct, collaborative approach.
• 4- You should use your coercive power to quickly resolve
conflicts and then focus on goal achievement. 24
ANSWER 1
3- Conflict should be addressed early and
usually in private, using a direct,
collaborative approach.
• PMBOK
• RITA‘S
• HEAD FIRST
• ANDY CROWE
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QUESTION 2
What is the purpose of a Project charter?
1- To formally authorize a project or a phase and document
initial requirements that satisfy the stakeholder‘s needs
and expectations.
• 2- To document how the project will be planned, executed,
monitored/controlled, and closed.
• 3- To link the project, which is going to be planned,
executed, and monitored/controlled to the ongoing work of
the organization.
• 4- To describe the process of performing the work defined
in the project management plan in order to achieve the
project‘s objectives.
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ANSWER 2
1- To formally authorize a project or a phase
and document initial requirements that
satisfy the stakeholder‘s needs and
expectations.
• PMBOK
• RITA‘S
• HEAD FIRST
• ANDY CROWE
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QUESTION 3
The concept of the _________ states that changes
related to one requirement—scope, time or
cost—will at least influence one other element.
• 1 - Three-point estimation
• 2 - Triple constraint
• 3 - Three wise men
• 4 - Three needs theory
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ANSWER 3
2 - Triple constraint
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
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QUESTION 4
What does the term Best practice often refer to?
1- A standardized set of deliverables, like plans,
reports, and checklists.
2- A set of Tools and techniques that a project manager should master.
3- The concept of State of the art applied to project management.
4- A specific sequence of work, described in terms
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ANSWER 4
4- A specific sequence of work, described
in terms of Soft logic.
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
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QUESTION 5
The Communications management plan is a
document, which includes descriptions of
1- Project level performance reports
2- Activity level status reports
3- Stakeholder communication requirements
4- Responsibility assignments
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ANSWER 5
3- Stakeholder communication requirements
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
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QUESTION 6
Which of the following is generally not regarded as
an element of active listening:
• 1- Making eye contact
• 2- Paraphrasing
• 3- Interpreting the information
• 4- Interrupting when appropriate
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ANSWER 6
4- Interrupting when appropriate
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
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QUESTION 7
When should Lessons learned be organized?
• 1- During the project lifecycle and at the end.
• 2- At the end of the project during closing.
• 3- After the end of the project at a project post-
mortem meeting.
• 4- Lessons learned can be organized when there is
time available.
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ANSWER 7
1- During the project lifecycle and at the
end.
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
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STUDY TIPS
BUILD A CHEAT SHEET
KNOW YOUR CALCULATOR
SECURE A QUIET ENVIRONMENT
BECOME DEDICATED TO YOUR TRAINING
QUESTION 8
How should change management be planned?
• 1- Changes are generally not predictable, therefore
planning for change management cannot be sensible.
• 2- Planning for change management should be done
while the various change control processes are being
applied.
• 3- Change management can be planned in a set of
management plans or a specific change management
plan.
• 4- Changes are a sign of bad planning. One should
avoid changes during a project thus eliminating the
need to manage them. 39
ANSWER 8
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3- Change management can be planned in a
set of management plans or a specific
change management plan.
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
QUESTION 9
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According to Bruce Tuckmann, which are the stages
of team development?
• 1- Honeymoon, rejection, regression, acceptance,
re-entry
• 2- Forming, storming, norming, performing
• 3- Tell, sell, consult, join
• 4- Direct, support, coach, delegate
ANSWER 9
2- Forming, storming, norming, performing
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
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QUESTION 10
What is not a reason for companies to
organize Lessons learned?• 1- Lessons learned databases are an essential element of
the organizational process assets.
• 2- Lessons learned should focus on identifying those
accountable for errors and failures.
• 3- Lessons learned sessions should bring about
recommendations to improve future performance on
projects.
• 4- Phase-end lessons learned sessions provide a good
team building exercise for project staff members.
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ANSWER 10
2- Lessons learned should focus on
identifying those accountable for errors
and failures.
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
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QUESTION 11
A facilitator should
• 1- …be in full control of the discussion and its
outcomes.
• 2- …always take notes by herself.
• 3- …avoid a flip chart Parking lot.
• 4- …give guidance as required without interfering.
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ANSWER 11
4- …give guidance as required without
interfering.
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
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QUESTION 12
How does a project management team stay in touch
with the work and the attitudes of project team
members?
• 1- By observation and communication
• 2- Using closed questions during team meetings
• 3- Through third-party assessments
• 4- Through the team members‘ functional managers
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ANSWER 12
1- By observation and communication
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
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QUESTION 13
Which document is developed along the risk
management processes from Identify Risks through Plan risk responses to Monitor and control risks?
• 1- List of risk triggers
• 2- Risk register
• 3- Risk mitigation
• 4- Decision tree
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ANSWER 13
2- Risk register
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
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QUESTION 14
A WBS dictionary is a document which…
• 1 …describes technical terms used for scope
management.
• 2 …describes the details for each component in
the WBS.
• 3 …translates essential WBS terms for global
project teams.
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ANSWER 14
2 …describes the details for each
component in the WBS.
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
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QUESTION 15
What should managers consider before
conducting a performance-evaluation
interview with a project team member?
• 1-Which management fallacies can most easily be
delegated to the worker?
• 2- How can discussion of the manager‘s leadership
style be avoided?
• 3- Has the employee been provided with sufficient
instructions and work tools?
• 4- How can dispute related to unsatisfactory
performance be avoided?
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ANSWER 15
3- Has the employee been provided with
sufficient instructions and work tools?
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
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QUESTION 16 – what formula is needed
A project has the following Earned value data assessed: AC: $ 4,000,000 CV: $ -500,000 SPI: 1.12 BaC: $ 9,650,000 What is the Earned value of the project?
• 1- $3,000,000
• 2- $3,500,000
• 3- $4,480,000
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Answer 16
2- $3,500,000
PMBOK
RITA‘S
HEADFIRST
ANDY CROWE
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NETWORK DIAGRAM
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DURATION
ES
LS LF
EF
FORWARD PASS
BACKWARD PASS
SCHEDULE NETWORK DIAGRAM
A = 4 (no predecessor)
B = 6 (no predecessor)
C = 9 (predecessor : A & D)
D = 1 (predecessor: B)
E = 2 (predecessor: B)
F= 0 (predecessor: C &B)
- draw network diagram
- what are the paths
- what is the critical path
- draw forward and backward passes
- how much float is on activity C
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Answers can be
discussed on webinar
next week if there is an
interest
Using what you know of FS
relationships to solve k
1
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FS + 4 relationship CALCULATE MISSING VALUES
k = missing values
There is lag in this example!
7
Duration = 4
G
20
C
Duration =9
k
kk k
k k
predecessor successor
Think of what
this question is
asking.
We can work on this
next week if there is
an interest.
Suggestions
• Do not be intimidated by math
• Do not daydream while in test mode
• Use the web to access more knowledge
• Get your PMP then volunteer at PMI meetings
Enhance your profession
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BOOKS FOR STUDYING
• PMBOK Guide 4th Edition
• PMP Exam Prep – 6th Edition (Rita Mulcahy)
• Head First PMP – 2nd Edition (Green, Stellman)
• The PMP Exam How to Pass on Your First Try
4th Edition (Andy Crowe)
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BOOKS TO ENHANCE
• Results Without Authority - Controlling a
Project When The Team Does Not Belong to
You (Kendrick)
• The One Page Project Manager (Campbell)
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READING FOR FUN AND
KNOWLEDGE
• 100 Things Project Managers Should Do
Before They Die (Rita Mulcahy)
• The Lazy Project Manager (Peter Taylor)
(www.thelazyprojectmanager.net With this project management training course you can learn more
about productive laziness and how you can apply a number of
simple techniques and approaches in your own projects to make
your life a whole lot less stressful.
Learn how to be twice as productive and still leave the office early!
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FINAL DRAWING
4-WEEK Accelerated PMP Training
Program
Virtual Class Environment
Meeting 2x weekly for 90 minute classes
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Winner:
Valerie Johnson, PMPCONGRATULATIONS!
Award Valid until 12/31/2010
This award was only
for individuals NOT YET
certified. I will award
Another free training class
at a webinar next
week - look for my mail.
The 1st one to join the
call gets the training.
ONE PIECE OF ADVICE
GET MENTORED
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KEY TAKE-AWAY
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WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO
DIFFERENT
TO PREPARE FOR YOUR
PMP CERTIFICATION EXAM?
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER PMP?
YOU NEED A PLAN
- PROMOTE YOUR PMP
- WORK YOUR POSITION FOR A RAISE
- GET CERTIFICATION FOR PROMOTIONS
- WRITE A BOOK
Make your plan work for your life goals !
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REFERENCES
CALL – TO – ACTION
• Refer your company (PMP Corporate Training Program)
• Refer your co-workers (PMP 1:1 and group training classes)
We PAY finder fees for referrals $!$
Contact us for benefits …
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… AND …
• Join our listing for training notices
• Gain access to monthly PMP chats/webinars
• Network with those that can help your career
• Form teaming agreements for future projects
• International chats
• Focus ahead of where you are now !
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FREE PDU’s
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Aimee L. Strang, PMP(client)
“I highly recommend Elaine's PMP certification study group course for anyone planning to take the PMP in order to advance their careers. The course is particularly helpful for those who need to retake the exam or whose jobs require that they be certified. The study group meets virtually via web meeting which is a hugely beneficial for working professionals! In addition, Elaine is extremely flexible and accommodating with participants. In addition, Elaine knows her stuff! The PMP isn't just about learning the material but also knowing HOW to take approach and tackle the test. The course is excellent for those who need a refreshers course in test taking skills. Elaine knows what study materials to recommend and will tailor sessions to fit YOUR needs. She's not going to sugar coat it. Elaine tells it like it is—which is both hard to find and welcomed. Elaine does everything in her ethical power to thoroughly prepare participants for the exam.” January 30, 2010
CLIENT REFERENCES
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Carla Rambo -(client)
“As I read all of Elaine's recommendations, it is clear that the value that Elaine brought to me was exactly what she provided others. She committed to my professional growth as much as she would commit to a large corporate enterprise. She was creative, worked diligently to remove any of my roadblocks and was a huge support. I thoroughly enjoyed all of my interactions with her and one day, I hope to meet her personally, to thank her. Everyone needs to have Elaine on their team! Make sure she's in your court, too... you'll be so very glad you did. Thank you Elaine. --Carla” March 25, 2010
CLIENT REFERENCES
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CONTACT
Elaine Jackson, PMP
President, CEO
PMP Interactive Consulting
www.pmpicon.com
# 978-290-8834
connections accepted on:
LinkedIN & Twitter & Facebook
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