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APPLICATION
FOR THE PMP EXAM
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Limitations

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Is there an age limitation to sit for
the PMP exam?
No. There is no age limit to taking the PMP Exam.
Source: http://www.pmi.org/en/Certification/Project-Management-Professional-PMP.aspx

4. 4
How is work experience being
verified by PMP?
The PMI Audit Process is explained
on page 16 of the PMP Handbook.
You can also read this article which will help
you have a clearer picture about what is
“actually” happening in a PMI audit:
http://www.cornelius-
fichtner.com/index.php/pm-resources/347-
three-ways-to-fail-your-pmp-exam-audit

5. 5
Process of the Application for
Exam (Including Requirements)

6. 6
To apply for the PMP, you need to have either:
A four-year degree (bachelor’s or the global equivalent) and
at least three years of project management experience, with
4,500 hours leading and directing projects and 35 hours of
project management education.
OR
A secondary diploma (high school or the global equivalent)
with at least five years of project management experience,
with 7,500 hours leading and directing projects and 35 hours
of project management education.
Is there a new process to apply for the PMP
Exam? And what are the requirements?
You can apply online. There is also a printable application form here:
http://www.pmi.org/en/Certification/Project-Management-Professional-PMP.aspx

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Here is an article that you can read to help you plan for PMP certification “8
videos on How to prepare for the PMP Exam” by Cornelius Fichtner, PMP
http://www.project-management-prepcast.com/8videos
Can you provide best practice guidelines on
how I can plan for this certification?