PMP Exam - Contents by Process Groups

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Initiating the Project - 11% - 19/200

1. Conducting project selection methods
2. Defining the scope
3. Documenting project risks, assumptions, and constraints
4. Identifying and performing stakeholder analysis
5. Developing the project charter
6. Obtaining project charter approval

Planning the Project - 23% - 40/200

1. Defining and recording requirements, constraints, and assumptions
2. Identifying the project team and defining the roles and responsibilities
3. Creating the WBS
4. Developing the change management plan
5. Identifying risks and defining risk strategies
6. Obtaining plan approval
7. Conducting the kick-off meeting

Executing the Project - 27% - 47/200

1. Executing the tasks defined in the project plan
2. Ensuring common understanding and set expectations
3. Implementing the procurement of project resources
4. Managing resource allocation
5. Implementing the quality management plan
6. Implementing the approved changes
7. Implementing the approved actions and workarounds
8. Improving the team performance

Monitor $ Control the Project - 21% - 37/200

1. Measuring project performance
2. Verifying and managing changes to the project
3. Ensuring project deliverables conform to quality standards
4. Monitoring all possible risks

Closing the Project - 9% - 16/200

1. Obtaining final acceptance for the project
2. Obtaining financial, legal, and administrative closure
3. Releasing project resources
4. Identifying, documenting, and communicating "lessons learned"
5. Creating and distributing the final report
6. Archiving and retaining project records
7. Measuring customer satisfaction

Professional Responsibility - 9% - 16/200

1. Ensuring individual integrity
2. Contributing to the project management knowledge base
3. Enhancing personal professional competence
4. Promoting interaction among stakeholders