PMI Project Management Professional® (PMP®)

Firebrand is proud to be a Premier Authorised Training Partner with PMI, offering PMP® Official content coupled with our immersive learning style allowing you to build your knowledge and prepare for your the PMP® (Project Management Professional) certification in just 5 days when you choose our accelerated course.

By taking our certification training, you will receive a PMI Membership bundle which includes a 12-month PMI membership, exam fees, and access to PMI Standards Plus and other amazing resources.

Become a professional in project management and learn how to speak and understand a global project management language, connecting you to a massive community of professionals across the world utilising Firebrand’s unique Lecture | Lab | Review methodology.

During this course, you'll prepare for and sit the PMI PMP® exam, covered by your Certification Guarantee and is included within the course. Furthermore, we also offer 12 months PMI membership as part of your course, giving you additional access to PMI publications via PMI Standards+ and various resources to enhance your learning.

On this course, you will learn how to:

• Build and lead a team
• Empower, collaborate and mentor stakeholders
• Assess and manage risks
• Plan and manage project scope and schedule

Professional Development Units (PDUs) are available upon course completion and a digital badge is also available upon completion of the exam to enable you to proudly show your achievements and qualification.

Audience

This accelerated course is ideal for experienced project managers who want to validate their expertise and gain new insights into project management.

New to project management? Then, you may prefer to attend the PMI CAPM® course, which may prove more suitable.

The PMI Registered Education Provider logo, the Project Management Professional (PMP), the PMP and the PMI CAPM are a registered mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

Module 1: Creating a High-Performing Team

• Build a team
• Define team ground rules
• Negotiate project agreements
• Empower team members and stakeholders
• Train team members and stakeholders
• Engage and support virtual teams
• Build shared understanding about a project

Module 2: Starting the Project

• Determine appropriate project methodology/methods and practices
• Plan and manage scope
• Plan and manage budget and resources
• Plan and manage schedule
• Plan and manage quality of products and deliverables
• Integrate project planning activities
• Plan and manage procurement
• Establish project governance structure
• Plan and manager project/phase closure

Module 3: Doing the Work

• Assess and manage risks
• Execute project to deliver business value
• Manage communications
• Engage stakeholders
• Create project artefacts
• Manage project changes
• Manage project issues
• Ensure knowledge transfer for project continuity

Module 4: Keeping the Team on Track

• Lead a team
• Support team performance
• Address and remove impediments, obstacles and blockers
• Manage conflict
• Collaborate with stakeholders
• Apply emotional intelligence to promote team performance

Module 5: Keeping the Business in Mind

• Manage compliance requirements
• Evaluate and deliver project benefits and value
• Evaluate and address internal and external business environment changes
• Support organizational change
• Employ continuous process improvement

What is the PMP® certification and why should I pursue it?

PMP® is a globally recognized credential that opens doors to advanced Project Management roles, higher earning potential, and career growth across different industries.

What’s the difference between CAPM®, APM PMQ®, and PMP®?

All three certifications are industry-recognised and respected; depending on your experience level and career goals, you may choose one over the others:

• PMI CAPM® is perfect for newcomers to Project Management; it provides essential skills for entry-level roles and building a strong foundation;
• APM PMQ® is another solid choice for those in the UK/EU early in their Project Management career or professionals transitioning into the field;
• Finally, PMP® is ideal for experienced Project Managers looking to validate advanced skills and attain senior positions and higher salaries.

Why choose Firebrand for PMP®?

• Accelerated learning: Our intensive format options allow you to earn your PMP certification in just a few days, maximizing your time and investment;
• Expert instructors: Learn from certified professionals with real-world project management experience, ensuring practical knowledge and insights;
• Hands-on training: Engage in interactive sessions and simulations that reinforce concepts and prepare you for the exam;
• Comprehensive resources: Access a wealth of study materials and ongoing support to help you excel in your certification journey.

As part of your accelerated course, you will prepare for and sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

• Duration: 3.5 hours (180 minutes)
• Format: 170 multiple-choice questions
• An exam voucher is included in this course

Please note: The exam application process must be completed directly with PMI before exam can be taken. A PMI ID will be provided upon application completion which will allow your exam to be booked. Please speak with one of our advisors to learn more!

PMP® is a registered mark of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

Before attending this accelerated course, you should meet one of the following sets of PMP® certification requirements:

Set A:

• High-school or secondary school diploma
• A minimum 60 months/5 years experience leading and managing projects within the past eight years
• 35 hours of Project Management education/training or CAPM® certification

Set B:

• Bachelor's degree or higher, or global equivalent
• 36 months/3 years experience leading and managing projects within the past eight years
• 35 hours of Project Management education/training or CAPM® certification

Set C:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, or global equivalent, from a GAC-accredited program
• 24 months/2 years experience leading and managing projects within the past eight years
• 35 hours of Project Management education/training (GAC core Project Management coursework is pre-approved to fulfill this requirement)

Your accelerated PMP® course meets the required 35 hours of Project Management education (we actually deliver 46 hours) for you to qualify to take the official PMP® exam.

You can also qualify for the PMP® exam education requirements by attending a combination of these accelerated courses:

• PRINCE2®7 - 33.5 PDU hours
• PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP®) - 30 PDU hours
• Scrum.org Scrum Master™ I (PSM I) - 22 PDU hours

The Project Management Professional®, PMP® and PMI-ACP® are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

Your accelerated course includes:

• Accommodation *
• Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
• On-site exams **
• Exam vouchers **
• Practice tests **
• Certification Guarantee ***
• Courseware
• Up to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
• 24-hour lab access
• Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply to online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts.
*** Pass the first time or train again for free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

• Membership Bundle which includes 12 months PMI membership, giving you access to PMI standards+ resources
• Exam voucher
• Upon course completion, 38 Personal Development Units (PDUs) are available
• PMI Digital Acclaim Badge available upon exam completion with PMI via Credly.

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

• Three training options. Choose between residential classroom-based, live online, or city-centre courses
• You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
• Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
• Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
• You’ll learn more. Our expert instructors cover exclusive additional materials not taught through the official curriculum
• You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style compared to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
• You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

*For residential training only. Doesn't apply to online courses
**Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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