PMP Study Plan

A list of topics that you need to know for the PMP Certification Exam

Problem Statement

PMI recommends 10 reference guides for PMP Certification. In addition, the PMP exam also requires a thorough understanding of the project management processes outlined in the Process Groups: A Practice Guide (previously part of the PMBOK® Guide, 6th Ed). It’s impractical for a working professional to study all the material to prepare for the exam in a reasonable time.

Study Plan Outline

The following table provides a outline of the study plan.

TopicEst. Study Time (hrs)
PMP Getting Started2
Project Management Introduction2
Project Environment2
Development Approach and Life Cycle2
Project Management Processes16
Agile Guide12
Leadership2
Interpersonal and Team Skills2
Study Notes8
Models, Methods, and Artifacts4
PM Mindset2
Ethics and Professional Conduct1
PMP ECO20
Practice Exams20
Revision25
Total120

Mar 31, 2025

This page is under construction. We will be listing each and every topic that you need to study in a logical order and provide a step-by-step guide to pass the certification exam. Please check back later.

Last updated: April 01, 2025