1. Experience Requirements

• With a Four-Year Degree (Bachelor's or Equivalent):

  • Minimum of 36 months of project management experience within the last 8 years.

  • 35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® Certification.

• With a High School Diploma, Associate’s Degree, or Global Equivalent:

  • Minimum of 60 months of project management experience within the last 8 years.

  • 35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® Certification.

2. Educational Background

• A candidate must have a secondary degree (high school diploma, associate’s degree, or global equivalent) or a four-year degree (bachelor’s or global equivalent).

• The education and training requirements can be met through formal education, online courses, or specialized project management workshops.

3. Project Management Experience

• The experience required for the PMP exam must be in a professional setting where the candidate has had the responsibility of leading and directing projects.

• The experience should cover all five project management process groups: Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring and Controlling, and Closing.

4. Project Management Education

• The 35 hours of project management education can be obtained through various training programs, courses, or workshops that focus on project management practices.

• Candidates often take PMP exam preparation courses to meet this requirement and ensure they are well-prepared for the exam.

5. Application Process

• The candidate must fill out an application on the PMI website, providing detailed information about their project management experience and education.

• The application will be reviewed by PMI, and candidates may be randomly selected for an audit, where they must provide documentation to verify their experience and education.

6. PMP Exam Preparation

• Candidates typically engage in rigorous preparation, including studying the PMBOK® Guide, taking mock exams, and attending PMP preparation courses.

• The exam consists of 180 questions that test knowledge across various domains such as people, process, and business environment, focusing on real-world scenarios and application of project management principles.

7. Professional and Ethical Responsibilities

• PMP candidates are expected to adhere to the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, which emphasizes responsibility, respect, fairness, and honesty in the practice of project management.

8. Continuous Learning and Development

• After achieving the PMP certification, candidates must maintain their certification through continuous professional development by earning Professional Development Units (PDUs).

Becoming a PMP candidate requires a significant commitment to professional development in project management, including meeting stringent education and experience requirements, followed by a rigorous exam. The certification is highly respected and can greatly enhance a project manager's career prospects.

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บังคับมานั่นแหละ ขนาดบริษัทใหญ่ๆในสหรัฐเองก็ยังถูกลูกค้าบังคับให้ทีมงานไปสอบ PMP เลย ประเทศเล็กๆอย่างเราเลยต้องตามกระแสเขาให้ทัน แน่นอนว่าประเทศที่ดึงดูดเงินลงทุนจากต่างชาติอย่างเราจะต้องทำงานกับบริษัทข้ามชาติหลายประเทศ เราก็ต้องให้เขามั่นใจว่ายูกับไอจูนกันได้ เรื่องภาษาอาจจะเป็นอุปสรรคบ้างแต่บอกเลยว่าตัวอย่างข้อสอบช่วยได้มาก ก่อนสอบฝึกทำไปเยอะๆ สอบจริงผ่านฉลุยแน่นอน  บอกเลยว่าคนที่สอบผ่านแล้วจะเป็น PM ที่มีบารมีขึ้นอีกเป็นกองเลยจ้า