Preparation Tips for your Project Management Certification Exams

Project management certification examinations are gaining prominence in most countries. A lot of organizations now understand that hiring specialists and professionals is not a guarantee that the organization’s projects will produce successful results. This is why project management is becoming a very important aspect managing projects and there are a number of certifications you can acquire to equip your projects management skills. Some of the popular ones are the ITIL, PRINCE2, PMP; these certifications are provided by different bodies but essentially they target at making sure that projects produce successful results.

ITIL: Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) is at present the widely used IT Service Management techniques in the world. it makes available a practical framework for identification, planning, supporting and delivering IT services to different businesses. ITIL provides that IT services must be synchronized to the process needs of every business. It makes provision a guide to organizations on how IT tools should be adopted to promote business change, growth and transformation.

PRINCE2: Project in Controlled Environment (PRINCE) is project management methodology that covers the management, organization and control of projects. The method was first developed in 1989 by the CCTA-the Central Computer and Telecommunications Agency as a standard of the UK Government to manage IT projects. Since the method was introduced, it has become a widely accepted in private and public sectors. In fact the method has become the standard for managing projects in the UK and in other countries. It is also now generally adopted in the implementation of lot of non IT projects.

PMP: Project Management Professional (PMP) is a credential of the Project Management Institute (PMI), USA. It is a very important certification recognized for project managers. When you acquire the PMP it shows that you possess the education, competency and experience to direct and lead projects successfully.

Here are some useful tips to help you prepare effectively for your projects management examinations

•          Do not study for pleasure: there are different levels of studying and the purpose of your studying should be planned towards succeeding at the examination you intend to write. The project management certification examinations are not for entertainment. Pay careful attention to detail while you study.

•          Prepare Goal for each study time: before you begin your study each time, ensure you place a goal for the study. If you study with the PRINCE2 text, for example, you can make your goal to cover each chapter at each study time

•        Study with practice: don’t study blankly, be sure to attempt chapter reviews and questions to help you get acquainted with the nature of questions to expect for your exams

•         Avoid distractions: study in quiet environments, avoid studying in places where you will lack concentration to assimilate effectively. Also avoid creating your own distractions or mind wandering. At any time you reach your highest assimilation point, pause and take a break. After you are refreshed, you will regain energy to start off again.