Are You Preparing For Your PMP Exam?; Here Are 6 Incredible Resources You Need to Know

Say goodbye to the confusion of how to prepare for the PMP exam and say hello to confidence! With my own success in achieving ‘Above Target Level’ scores in all three domains, I can confidently recommend the following resources to help you ace the exam.

1. YOUR AGILE COMPANION: David Mclachlan’s 200 Agile PMP Questions and Answers YouTube video (FREE)

This is your ticket to Agile mastery for the exam and beyond. In this video, David McLachlan covers 200 Agile questions in 6 hours and 49 minutes. It is incredibly helpful for refreshing your understanding of Agile concepts, as he provides detailed explanations of the theory behind each question.

How I did it:

• I watched the video for 10 consecutive days, spending time reviewing 20 questions per day at 1.25X or 1.5X speed.
• I jotted down short notes for all the theoretical concepts I found unfamiliar or lacked complete awareness of.

Link to video: https://youtu.be/tNIHysh2ZW4

Pro tip: If you have more time to learn and explore further, don’t forget to check out David McLachlan’s YouTube channel for other informative Q&A videos.

2. AN ARTISTIC REVELATION: Ricardo Vargas’s PMBOK Guide 6th Edition Processes Explained YouTube Video (FREE)

Get ready to be amazed by Ricardo Vargas’s masterpiece! In just 53 minutes, he explains all the PMBOK processes in a simple yet comprehensive manner that will leave you impressed.

How I did it:

• I watched the video in one sitting at 1.25X speed.
• I drew the diagram on a piece of paper together with Ricardo Vargas while watching the video. That was really helpful for me to understand the processes.

Link to video: https://youtu.be/GC7pN8Mjot8

3. A MEMORABLE PATH: Project Management Process Group and Knowledge Area Mapping Game (FREE)

Memorizing the mapping of processes to process groups and knowledge areas can be challenging. But fear not — this game is here to rescue you.

How I did it: I repeated this process multiple times on different days until I achieved a perfect score of 100.

Link to the web page: https://pmaspirant.com/project-management-process-group-and-knowledge-area-mapping-game

4. YOUR ULTIMATE THEORETICAL REFRESHMENT: David Mclachlan’s The Complete PMBOK 7th Edition YouTube Video (FREE)

Are you seeking a quick refresher on PMBOK 7 before the big exam? Look no further than David Mclachlan’s 60-minute video. You’ll soak up all the essential knowledge you need in one sitting.

How I did it: I watched the video the day before the exam, playing it at 1.25X speed.

Link to video: https://youtu.be/2gmCr40uT4U

5. UNVEILING THE EXAM SECRETS: PMI Authorized Online PMP Practice Exam — ($99/ $69 for PMI Members)

Okay, let me be honest with you. The questions in this resource were very similar to those I had in the exam! It consisted of 280 questions, and immediately after submitting my answer, it provided an explanation before moving on to the next question.

How I did it:

• I completed 180 questions in one session, attempting to simulate an exam-like environment. I did 60 questions, took a 10-minute break, then another 60 questions, followed by another 10-minute break, and finally completed the remaining 60 questions.
• After that, I tackled the next set of 80 questions.
• On the day before the exam, I quickly reviewed all the questions again, focusing only on the ones I had answered incorrectly or was unsure about.

Link to purchase: https://www.pmi.org/shop/us/p-/elearning/pmi-authorized-online-pmp-practice-exam/el035

6. IGNITE THE PROJECT MANAGER MINDSET: PMP Exam Simulator Course by Technical Institute of America Exams ($44.99 with a 60-Day Access Period)

Unlock the art of thinking like a project manager with Andrew Ramdayal’s PMP Exam Simulator Course. This course offers 06 mock exams comprising a total of 280 questions. You’ll test your skills and gain valuable insights through the video explanations provided. With Andrew’s guidance and coaching, your project manager mindset will be ignited, enabling you to confidently approach each question.

How I did it:

• I took three separate mock exams, allocating 60 minutes for each one, and watched the answer explanations. Although AR speaks a bit fast, you can still clearly understand it at 1.25X speed. Remember to take short notes of important points.
• Pro tip 1: AR clearly explains how to approach each question, so make sure to take notes on that.
• Pro tip 2: The recommended time for an exam is 75 minutes, but I suggest aiming to finish within 60 minutes, allocating approximately 1 minute per question. This will help you manage your time effectively during the actual exam.
• I completed the last three mock exams in one continuous session, replicating an exam-like setup. The following day, I watched all the answer explanations at 1.25X speed, taking relevant short notes. The structure was as follows: 60 questions (75 minutes) — 10-minute break — 60 questions (75 minutes) — 10-minute break — 60 questions (75 minutes).

Link to purchase: https://tiaexams.com/product/pmp-exam-simulator-course/

Good luck with your PMP exam! Happy studying!