In Person PMP Certification Test Prep

We are a project management design firm that goes beyond the what, and into the why and how of project management, utilizing real-world applications and scenarios, to explain and teach in a clear, straightforward, enjoyable way.

Many can teach but have never managed projects; some have managed projects but don’t know how to teach – Cecilio Mills happen to do both!

San Francisco instructor Cecilio Mills is PMP®, 6Sigma, and Agile, and LEED accredited, has 15+ years of Project Management experience and has diverse expertise in multiple industries and domains, enabling him to keep the class entertaining and ensure a great learning experience.

We help to understand the methodology, making it much easier pass the PMP exam on the first try. Our customers love the real world examples and the fun, engaging manner with which we conduct our classes. Check out our Yelp! And LinkedIn reviews for more.

The difference between our course and the others is the ability to relate the material to your particular job so you can readily understand, immediately use, and easily retain the information. We use a proprietary process known as “Creative Adaptive Thinking.”

We offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, have a 98% passing rate, will help you with your application, and provide you with a study plan and study materials to augment your success.

The PMP certification is a must-have for project managers. PMP certified Project Managers on average earn over 20% more than those without the certification. The PMP certification can help you get the job, keep your job and earn more money. In addition, many organizations have recognized that properly trained project managers are fundamental to business success. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by, register today for one of our upcoming project management certification courses.

Creative Adaptive Thinking Provides the Most Comprehensive and Highest Quality PMP® Prep Classroom Training.  Coursework is primarily based on the PMBOK® Guide, Fifth Edition and focuses on the key topics and areas required for success in the exam.  

We are so confident in our course that we 100% guarantee our students will pass the PMP® exam or they get their money back! We cover more than just the “what” that typical PMP Boot Camps do. And we have fun doing it!!

Now, the technical jargon about the course…

San Francisco PMP® Exam Prep: Course Overview

The 4-Day PMP-Prep classroom course is structured with the goal of providing students exactly what they need to pass the PMP exam. Coursework is focused on the key topics and knowledge areas required for success on the exam. Our study strategy will increase comprehension and retention of key elements, while also providing students with practical information that can be applied immediately to the project work environment.

This instructor-led course includes:

• 200+ page PMstudy PMP® Prep Workbook
• 100% money-back pass guarantee
• Chapter and Final Test Workbooks with PMP® exam-style questions
• Quick Reference Guide, Process Chart Worksheets, and Study Aids
• 120-days Complimentary Access to PMstudy 100% Online Course (Includes 800+ practice questions with detailed explanations AND four full-length simulated exams)
• Valuable Exam Taking Tips and Tricks
• 40 PMI® Approved Contact Hours
• A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) 5th Edition (Paperback)
• Convenient locations
• Post-class tutoring and application assistance
• Guaranteed to run on dates listed

Creating Solutions, Adapting Processes, Thinking Strategically®

Unlike most firms, we have core offerings to assure you will be taken care of on your way to becoming a PMP:

1. Firm Course Dates: All of our PMP certification training courses are 100% guaranteed to run on the dates listed.
2. Full Money-Back Pass Guarantee: We provide a true 100% money-back pass guarantee, with no fine print.
3. Free Post-Class Tutoring and Support: We provide weekly webinars to go over questions you have about the process, studying, exam, and more.
4. Training Materials Available Upon Registration: We provide students with a comprehensive online training portal, which includes recorded lectures, mock exams, a mobile app for studying on the go, and various downloadable study aids.
5. Proven Results: We believe our PMP course prepares students better than any other provider and we have a 99.3% passing rate.
6. Outstanding Course Materials: We believe our PMP course materials are the most comprehensive and highest quality PMP certification training materials in the industry.

100% Money-Back Pass Guarantee

We stand behind our product. Unlike other companies, we provide a true 100% money-back pass guarantee with no fine print. Our promise is simple:

• You must attend the entire project management certification course and complete four full-length practice exams from our online training portal.
• If you do not pass the PMP exam in three attempts, we will refund your entire course tuition, provided that all attempts occurred within 120 calendar days of completing the course.

All we ask in return is that you study hard and take full advantage of the extensive PMP exam prep study aids we provide.

Course Types

San Francisco: Live, 4-day instructor-led PMP boot camp at our training facilities.  You will also receive a print version of the PMP training materials (course binder) and 120-days access to our online training portal.

Virtual Classroom: 4 days of web-based eLearning with a live instructor. You will also receive a print version of the PMP training materials (course binder) and 120-days access to our online training portal.

In-House: If you have 4 or more employees seeking PMP training, we will deliver the course at your facility (or another location in your area, if you prefer). The training can be scheduled during any four consecutive days of your choosing.

Duration

4 days from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM

Who Should Attend PMP Certification Training

This course is intended for individuals who wish to obtain their Project Mangement Professional (PMP)® or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® credential. Prior to taking the PMP exam, PMI® requires you to prove you have 3+ years of project management experience and 35 contact hours of project management education. Our PMP certification training course is designed to help you earn your PMP certificate the easy way. However, this course can be taken by anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of project management.

PMP Training Locations

Our courses are held at conveniently-located training facilities.

Course content (Based on PMBOK® Guide – 5th edition):

The course content covers PMBOK® Guide – Fifth Edition concepts and includes several topics which are not covered in the PMBOK® Guide – Fifth Edition but are regularly asked on the PMP exam are also covered. There is an optimal balance between PMP exam prep and understanding concepts for practical application.

1. Introduction

• About PMI and PMP exam
• Exam-Taking Tips
• Course Overview
• Process Chart

2. Project Management Framework

• What is a project?
• Project Stakeholders
• Organizational Structure
• Product Life Cycle, Project Life Cycle, Project Management Life Cycle

3. Project Integration Management

• Overview of Project Integration
• Develop Project Charter
• Develop Project Management Plan
• Direct and Manage Project Work
• Monitor and Control Project Work
• Perform Integrated Change Control
• Close Project or Phase

4. Project Scope Management

• Overview of Project Scope Management
• Plan Scope Management
• Collect Requirements
• Define Scope
• Create WBS
• Validate Scope
• Control Scope

5. Project Time Management

• Overview of Project Time Management
• Plan Schedule Management
• Define Activities
• Sequence Activities
• Estimate Activity Resources
• Estimating Activity Durations
• Develop Schedule
• Control Schedule

6. Project Cost Management

• Overview of Project Cost Management
• Plan Cost Management
• Estimate Costs
• Determine Budget
• Control Costs

7. Project Quality Management

• Overview of Project Quality Management
• Plan Quality Management
• Perform Quality Assurance
• Control Quality

8. Project Human Resource Management

• Overview of Project Human Resource Management
• Plan HR Management
• Acquire Project Team
• Develop Project Team
• Manage Project Team

9. Project Communication Management

• Overview of Project Communication Management
• Plan Communications Management
• Manage Communications
• Control Communications

10. Project Risk Management

• Overview of Project Risk Management
• Plan Risk Management
• Identify Risks
• Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis
• Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis
• Plan Risk Responses
• Control Risks

11. Project Procurement Management

• Overview of Project Procurement Management
• Plan Procurement Management
• Conduct Procurements
• Control Procurements
• Close Procurements

12. Project Stakeholder Management

• Overview of Project Stakeholder Management
• Identify Stakeholders
• Plan Stakeholder Management
• Manage Stakeholder Engagement
• Control Stakeholder Engagement

13. Professional Responsibility

• Professional Responsibility

14. Review & Final Evaluation Test

• Structured Concentrated Review of all Chapters
• Final Test Questions
• End of Course Questions/Next Steps

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