PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)
The PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)® certification, offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI), validates your expertise in developing, maintaining, and managing effective project schedules. Earning this credential demonstrates your ability to navigate the complexities of project scheduling and ensure project success through on-time delivery.
Who Should Take This PMI-SP Exam?
This project scheduling certification is ideal for project management professionals, including:
- Project Schedulers: Specializing in creating, managing, and communicating project schedules.
- Project Managers: Deepening their understanding of best practices for project scheduling to optimize project delivery.
- Project Team Members: Gaining valuable insights into the role of scheduling in project success.
- Anyone Aspiring to Advance in Project Management: Demonstrating their commitment to scheduling proficiency, a crucial aspect of project management.
Course Outline
- Schedule Strategy (14%)
- Schedule Planning and Development (31%)
- Schedule Monitoring and Controlling (35%)
- Schedule Closeout (6%)
PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) FAQs
How much time will it take for receiving PMI SP exam result?
After the exam is completed, the result will be displayed.
What are PDUs?
PDUs are the measuring units which are used for quantifying professional development as part of CCR (continuing certification requirement). It stands for Professional development unit.
Why go for PMI SP certification?
1. PMI SP certification is for professionals who want to advance their skills and knowledge required for organizations.
2. This certification will help individuals to increase the employee skills for jobs and will learn to plan and develop large projects.
3. PMI SP certification will help the organization to get a better direction for the projects and maintaining a good relation with clients.
In what language the PMI SP certification exam can be taken?
PMI SP certification exam is available in English and can be translated into multiple languages.
How to apply for PMI SP Certification?
You can apply immediately after earning 30 contact hours from any R.E.P of PMI®. 2. Download the application form from the website of PMI®. 3. The application submitted online is processed within 5 business days. 4. You can schedule the exam at any Prometric center immediately after receiving the PMI® eligibility id.
For how long is the license valid after purchase?
Once purchased, the practice exams can be access for the lifetime.
Why there is a need for audits in PMI certification?
In PMI the audits are conducted specifically to check the education and experience on the certification application. It takes one week to complete the process verifying documents and evidence. After the completion of audit you will be able to complete your PMI-SP certification application.
What knowledge level is required to apply for PMI SP certification?
Candidates who wish to apply for PMI SP certification should be required to have advanced knowledge and experience in developing and maintaining project schedules and to show their skills in it.
Is it compulsory to become a PMI Member before Signing Up for the PMI SPExamination?
It is not required to become PMI member before applying for the exam. But it is recommended to become a member as it will save your money.
What if I am unable to clear the audit process in PMI certification?
If in any case you don't complete the audit process then it will be considered as failed audit which results in that candidate should re apply for exam after 1 year.
What is PMI SP certification?
PMI SP certification enhances the individual’s knowledge on project team and validating the role for the project management profession. In this certification the individual has more advance knowledge to gain for developing project schedule and also maintaining the basic level for the project management.
When does the exam application expires?
The application is only valid for 1 year.
How do I pass my PMI SP certification?
PMI SP certification helps the professional to gain more experience in scheduling the projects and is good for those candidate who keeps a good knowledge in developing and maintaining projects. And those who have previous skills then this best certification to show your knowledge. When starting to prepare for the exam,
1. Try to collect all the information related to the PMI SP exam and create a blueprint with the help of important topics to easily start studying.
2. Take online courses to get a study material. This includes bulk of practice sets of questions which will help you know your strengths and weaknesses.
3. Download PMBOK by signing up for PMI, to find good resources and study guide. You should do 23 hours of project management education before the exam.
How much the PMI-SP exam will cost?
This certification exam will cost you $520 USD for PMI members and $670 USD for non PMI members including the additional taxes.
What is the passing score for PMI SP certification?
PMI SP certification does not disclose its passing score so it is better to focus on your exam preparation to score well.
What is the exam requirement for PMI SP certification?
For PMI SP certification candidate should hold a secondary degree with having 5000 hours experience in scheduling projects with 40 hours of provided education in project scheduling. And if you hold a bachelor degree then it is required to have 3500 hours of experience in scheduling projects with 30 hours of project scheduling education.
What if I fail my PMI SP certification exam?
If you are not able to pass the certification exam then you can give 3 times within 1 year. Fees are associated with a retake of the exam.
Can we cancel or reschedule PMI SP exam?
Yes, you can reschedule or cancel the exam 2 days before the scheduled appointment. And if you reschedule or cancel the exam within 30 days then you have to pay 70 USD.
How many questions will be there on PMI SP certification exam?
There will be 170 questions which have to be done in 3.5 hours.
What are the topics covered for PMI SP certification?
The topics covered in this certification are - Schedule Strategy (14%), Schedule Planning and Development (31%), Schedule Monitoring and Controlling (35%), Schedule Closeout (6%) and Stakeholder Communications Management (14%)
Do you offer any discount on the bulk purchase?
Yes we offer nearly 50% discount for the order more than 10 products at a time. You can reach the testprep training Helpdesk for more details. The member of support staff will respond as soon as possible.
Do TestprepTraining provide practice set questions for PMI SP certification exam?
TestprepTraining provides unique sets of questions that will help you check your skills and knowledge on scheduling projects. These practice questions will help you increase your knowledge for better preparation of exam.
Is there any assistance from Testprep Training in terms of exam preparation?
Yes, Testprep Training offers email support for any certification related query while you are preparing for the exam using our practice exams. Your query will be handled by experts in due course.
Can we try the free test before purchasing the practice exam?
Yes testprep training offers free practice tests for PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) Exam which can be used before the final purchase for complete test.
Does Testprep Training offer Money Back Guarantee for the Exam Simulator?
Yes, we offer a 100% unconditional money back guarantee. In case you are not able to clear the exam for then you can request for the full refund. Please note that we only refund the cost of product purchased from Testprep Training and not the PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) Exam cost.
Do you provide any preparation guidance for this certification exam?
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