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A structured 12 week system for passing the PMP exam. Built from the study plan that got me certified in 3 months while working full time. Whether you're a seasoned project manager or coming from an operations background, this guide gives you the process, the milestones, and the accountability to get it done.

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How This Works

The PMP exam covers three domains: People (42%), Process (50%), and Business Environment (8%). It's roughly half predictive (waterfall) and half agile/hybrid. The exam is 180 questions over 230 minutes.

This system breaks your study into four phases, each with specific goals and a definition of done. You don't need to master everything at once. You need to finish the current phase.

Phase Timeline What You're Doing
1. Foundation Week 1 to 3 Learn the framework, understand the domains, build vocabulary
2. Deep Dive Week 4 to 8 Study each domain in depth, take notes, do topic quizzes
3. Practice Week 9 to 11 Full practice exams, review weak areas, refine test strategy
4. Final Prep Week 12 Light review, exam logistics, confidence building

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Where to Start

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  1. Read the Start Here page to understand what the PMP actually tests, the prerequisites, and how to apply.
  2. Set your exam date (or target date) before you start studying. A deadline creates urgency. Book it for 12 weeks out.
  3. Follow Phase 1 and work through each phase in order. Don't jump to practice exams before you've built the foundation.
  4. Log your study sessions in the Study Tracker. Consistency matters more than marathon sessions.
  5. Do your Weekly Check-in every weekend. Three questions, five minutes. It keeps you honest.

Quick Links

Start Here

Phase 1: Foundation (Week 1 to 3)

Phase 2: Deep Dive (Week 4 to 8)

Phase 3: Practice (Week 9 to 11)

Phase 4: Final Prep (Week 12)