Recently, I received a question of how does one know they are ready for the PMP exam. My best assessment for you is to first understand the earned value formulas (more than memorize) and are able to map out from memory the process groups and knowledge areas. I would then recommend taking some sample test questions. Use the test as a tool to identify the areas which need improvement. When you are above 80% for the practice exams, you should be in good shape for the test. Some good free sample test questions can be found online at the following sites:
- http://www.oliverlehmann.com/pmp-self-test/75-free-questions.htm - These are good questions, and it is offered as a great assessment tool.
- http://www.certgear.com/products/preview/pmp_certification/index.html - Check out the bottom of the page for the download.
- http://www.pmstudy.com/enroll.asp - For this test, plan on taking a Saturday or Sunday Morning and sitting through the exam as if in a practice session.
- http://www.transcender.com/demos/#PMI - Trancender always has good test questions. Goes great with morning coffee.
- http://www.pmtests.com/packs.php - A free test is available for one day, so plan ahead and make the most of it.
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1 Comments to “Reader Question: How do I know I am ready for the PMP exam? ”
Thanks for sharing this info.
I appreciate your sincere attempt to help PMP aspirants.
However, just want to caution everyone - I tried couple mock tests from your list that I wasn't aware of before, and found them to be sub-standard. For example, CertGear simulator has 5 answer choices. The real exam has exactly 4 answer choices.
I also tried pmtests and that isn't great either.
But, of course Oliver Lehmann's and pmstudy's sample questions are rated highly.
Thanks.
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