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Properly preparing your application, the audit process, and scheduling your
exam.

3.  Using Excel etc. compile education and experiences
dates/addresses and contacts
 Personally contact any person you will list on your application
 The application can be saved and re-opened at any time but will
need to be completed within a set period of time. (6mo)
 Recommended to start and complete in one setting
 Triple check for accuracy!
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4. “I was audited after
paying for the exam, but
before being allowed to
schedule my test. In
other words-I submitted
my application, it was
approved, I paid for the
exam, then I was
audited.”
~Tanya S
 Three ways to fail an audit:
 1. No Fault
“Cannot verify education or experience through no
fault of their own - No suspension period and
cannot reapply until candidate can provide the
experience hours and document them.”
 2. Non-Compliance
“Candidate chooses not to attempt audit - One
year suspension period”
 3. Fraud
“Providing False Information - Permanently
suspended from sitting for PMI exams.”
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6. •
After obtaining
the Eligibility ID email
from PMI call or go to the
Prometric website to
schedule your exam.
•
Call Prometric if booking
exam with a colleague.
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Check the Prometric
website for cancellation
fees
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Take into consideration
how much time you
require to study and
schedule the exam
IMMEDIATELY after you
receive the Eligibility
ID!
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“Book the exam for when
you personal Bio-Rythms
are peaking and you‟re
at your best” Farndales
RESCHEDULE OR CANCEL YOUR EXAM…
Timing
31 days or more
before the exam
Within 30 days –
3 days of exam
Within 2 days
of the exam*
Fee
No fee
US$70
Forfeit the full exam
fee
*You are able to cancel your exam within 2 days of the appointment but you
will not be able to reschedule your exam at this point. If you cancel your
exam within 2 days of the appointment, it will result in a no-show status and
you will forfeit the exam fee.
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8. • Create a study plan-and STICK TO IT!
• Create a mantra you will repeat to yourself as you
prepare.
• Memorize formulas (write out everyday) etc
• Eke out a „study zone‟
• Focus on „knowledge gaps‟
• Study process groups rather then knowledge areas
• Read Farndales PMP & CAPM
preparation guide.
 Reward yourself when you reach
a study goal
 Take a refresher on answering
multiple choice questions
 Listen to classical music and
smell peppermint essence to
sharpen your intellect
 Perform regular „Doubt Clearing‟
sessions with colleagues
 Chew gum
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9. Share with colleagues
Schedule activities in addition to
reading (flash cards, games)
Check activities off as they are
complete
Schedule full practice exams
Leave a buffer
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10. • Calm music
• Quiet Companionship
• Collaboration
• Study aids
• Visual aids
• Integrate into your life
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11.  International Institute of Learning (IIL)
 Mobile Aps for Apple or Google Play for Android
 IIL Flash Cards $1.99
 IIL PMP iCoach (lite-free, full $9.99)
 LinkedIn Groups
 PMP Exam Study Group
 PMP-PMI (Project Management Professional)
 Simplelearn‟s PMP Study Group
PMP and CAPM Exam Prep
 PM Prepcast*
 PMP Formula Pocket Guide*
 Formula Revision Table by PM Answer Book*
 Head First PMP Exercises
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12.  Technically a passing grade is 61% however, you will not be given a grade.
 You will be given a rating of: proficient,
moderately proficient or below proficient for
each of the following:
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13.  Use good quality & challenging exams
 Complete tests on the computer
 Aim to score between 85-95%
 Integrate exams into study plan
 Complete full practice exams with 4 hour time limit while sitting at a desk
 Invest the time to review wrong answers in order to help identify knowledge gaps
 Keep track of score/proficiency progression
Oliver Lehmann Head First
PM Study
PM Final
Rita
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Mentally and Physically preparing prior to the exam date

15.  Ensure you have all your documentation (passport, supplementary ID and other
paperwork such as map to testing facility)
 Travel (if necessary) to test facility location the day before you write
 Do a test run to the facility to time travel time
 Swim, work out, shop, sleep- whatever helps you relax
 Eat a healthy dinner
 Go to bed early
 Get up and give yourself plenty of time
 Eat a good breakfast with protein
 Pack healthy snacks
 Wear comfortable clothes
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16.  Find a new perspective-will fretting now really make
a difference?
 Go for a walk
 Play soothing music
 Meditate
 Breathe deeply
 Stretch
 Visualize passing the exam
 Put your cell phone or other distractions away
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17.  The testing facility will not be what you
expect
 Small building (PI: In basement)
 Professional atmosphere
 Tight security
 Multiple test takers
 Nothing personal allowed in room
 Passport on table
 Feet on floor at all times
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19.  Don‟t forget to chew gum, use peppermint essence, or repeat your
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mantra
As soon as you enter the room- brain dump
The test begins with a tutorial- pay attention
Be smart with your allotted time
Take breaks every 50 questions-your body needs it
Answer all 200 questions
Test in the language you are most comfortable
Leave time to review, but not too much as to second guess
„Mark‟ if you are unsure of the answer
Test is followed by a survey- deep breaths
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20.  Email your boss or supportive colleagues to
let them know you passed!
 Begin re-certification process right away
(Earning PDU‟s)
 Make sure your address is up to date in PMI
portal-your certificate will be sent here
 Celebrate your success!
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22.  Project Management Professional (PMP) Handbook-PMI
 Prometric what to expect FAQ
 Farndales PMP and CAPM Preparation Guide
 PM Hub: http://www.pmhub.net/wp/
 Velociteach: http://www.velociteach.com/
 PM Study:http://www.pmstudy.com/index.asp
 RCM Project Management: http://www.rmcproject.com/index.aspx
 Free test question everyday: http://www.testprepreview.com/pmp_practice.htm
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