PMP Exam Revision Tutorials

The Project Management Professional (PMP)® Exam is a globally recognized certification for project managers, issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI). The exam tests knowledge of the PMBOK® Guide (Project Management Body of Knowledge) and assesses a candidate’s ability to manage projects efficiently.

1. PMP Exam Structure

• Total Questions: 180
• Duration: 230 minutes (~3 hours 50 minutes)
• Question Types: Multiple Choice, Drag-and-Drop, Matching, and Hotspot
• Breaks: Two 10-minute breaks
• Pass/Fail: PMI does not disclose the passing score, but it is estimated to be ~61%-65% correct answers.

2. PMP Exam Content Outline (ECO)

The exam is divided into three domains:

✅ 50% of the exam covers Agile & Hybrid approaches, while the rest is based on traditional (waterfall) project management.

3. PMP Exam Revision Topics

To prepare efficiently, focus on the following key areas:

A) People (42%)

• Manage conflicts and motivate teams
• Use leadership styles effectively (Servant Leadership, Coaching, Directing)
• Manage stakeholders and communicate effectively
• Agile principles in team collaboration

B) Process (50%)

• Project management methodologies: Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid
• Develop project scope, schedule, cost, and risk management plans
• Change management and quality control
• Earned Value Management (EVM) calculations
• Risk response strategies

C) Business Environment (8%)

• Compliance, ethics, and governance
• Project benefits realization and value delivery
• Organizational structures and business impact

4. PMP Exam Revision Techniques

📌 Use the PMBOK Guide & Agile Practice Guide
📌 Memorize Key Formulas (EVM, Critical Path, Cost & Schedule Variance)
📌 Practice with Mock Exams (60+ Questions per Domain)
📌 Use Flashcards for ITTOs (Inputs, Tools, Techniques, Outputs)
📌 Join Study Groups & Online Forums
📌 Apply Real-World Scenarios to Concepts