Phase 1 Outline
This visual guide outlines the core topics for Phase 1, focusing on establishing a strong base in project management and the PMI mindset.
Day 01: PMP Exam Overview & PMI Mindset
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Introduction to the PMP Exam:
- Course Outline & Case Study (“Heart of Harmony”)
- Exam Domains: People (42%), Process (50%), Business Environment (8%)
- The PMI Mindset: How to approach questions from PMI’s perspective.
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Daily Quiz:
PMP Exam Overview & PMI Mindset
Day 02: Core Principles & Performance Domains
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Project Management Principles:
Deep dive into the 12 guiding principles.
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Performance Domains:
Understanding the 8 key project performance areas.
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Daily Quiz:
Project Performance Domains
Day 03: Agile Foundations: Mindset & Principles
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Introduction to Agile:
What is it and why is it used?
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The Agile Manifesto:
Values and Principles that define the agile approach.
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Daily Quiz:
Introduction to Agile
Day 04: Agile Frameworks & Roles
Agile Frameworks:
- Scrum: Roles (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Development Team), Events, and Artifacts.
- Kanban: Flow, Limiting Work in Progress.
- Lean: The 8 types of waste.
Daily Quizzes:
Scrum, Kanban, and Lean
Day 05: Agile Tailoring & Hybrid Models
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Implementing Agile:
Tailoring and adapting agile methods.
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Hybrid Approaches:
Combining predictive and agile methods.
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Daily Quiz:
Implementing Agile
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Practice:
Mock Exams in Agile Practice Mode
Day 06: The Project Lifecycle: Mastering the 5 Process Groups
Process Groups:
- Initiating
- Planning
- Executing
- Monitoring & Controlling
- Closing
Daily Quiz:
Project Management Process Groups
Day 07: Project Integration Management
Integration Management Processes:
- Develop Project Charter
- Develop Project Management Plan
- Direct and Manage Project Work
- Manage Project Knowledge
- Monitor and Control Project Work
- Perform Integrated Change Control
- Close Project or Phase
Daily Quiz:
Process Groups vs. Integration
