Pass the PMP® Exam. This Prep Course is designed to equip aspiring project managers with the essential knowledge, tools, and confidence needed to excel in today’s dynamic business environment—and pass the PMP® certification exam.



PMP Exam Prep: Project Management Principles
This course is part of PMP Exam Prep Certification Training Specialization

Instructor: Crystal Richards
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Fundamental understanding of predictive and agile project management principles based on better practice guidelines provided in the PMBOK® Guide
Successfully manage complex projects so they are completed on time, meeting the outlined budget goals, and stakeholder's desired results
Essential knowledge, tools, and confidence needed to excel in today’s dynamic business environment—and to succeed on the PMP® certification exam.
Earn PMI-recognized contact hours towards the 35 hours required for the PMP Exam, boosting your project management education.
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There are 6 modules in this course
This module introduces the foundations of project management, outlining the essential differences between projects and operations and highlighting best practices that align with PMP exam standards. Learners will compare key updates from PMBOK Guide 6th to 7th Edition and explore the PMI Talent Triangle to assess and develop core project management competencies. By the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of modern project management frameworks and your areas for growth as a project manager.
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This module deepens your understanding of project management by introducing the system view of value delivery and evaluating how project management aligns with broader organizational objectives. Learners will define progressive elaboration and rolling wave planning, review both internal and external influences on projects, and explore the connections between product management and project management. By the end, you will be able to integrate these advanced concepts into your project management approach and recognize their impact on organizational success.
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This module guides you through the full spectrum of project management approaches, empowering you to recognize when to use predictive, incremental, iterative, or agile methods in your work. You’ll learn how iterative and incremental life cycles drive continuous improvement and delivery, explore the distinctive features of each approach, and review practical examples to illustrate their application. By applying the Agile Suitability Filter, you’ll also develop the skills to evaluate when Agile is the best fit for your projects and organization
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5 videos6 readings7 assignments
This module traces the evolution of Agile project management, uncovering how its adaptive values and iterative practices shaped the modern landscape. Learners will review the Agile Development Model, mastering the three key roles, four core ceremonies, and three foundational artifacts that underpin successful Agile teams. You’ll compare leading frameworks—Scrum, Kanban, Extreme Programming (XP), and DSDM—clarifying their unique strengths and applications. Throughout, you’ll dispel persistent myths about Agile, and discover how the Agile Inverted Triangle of Constraints redefines project priorities to balance scope, time, and cost more effectively
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5 videos5 readings7 assignments
This module introduces the concept of tailoring, emphasizing its importance in adapting project management methods and processes to best suit individual project needs. Learners will review a practical case study demonstrating tailoring in action, discuss the reasons tailoring is necessary—including project uniqueness, organizational context, and stakeholder requirements—and outline the key steps involved in successfully tailoring project practices. By the end, you'll understand when and how to customize your approach for optimal project outcomes.
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