The PMP recognizes a demonstrated understanding of knowledge and skill to lead and direct project teams and to deliver project results within the constraints of schedule, budget, and resources. The qualifications and testing are rigorous, making this a widely respected certification
Look out for global standard update!
On 31 December 2008, PMI will release updates for four of its global standards including A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) - Fourth Edition
The PMP examination is a computerised test of 4 hours duration, with 200 multiple-choice questions, each with four choices
To pass the PMP examination candidates must correctly answer a minimum of 60% questions
PMP Exam Scoring
The PMP exam is scored on a qualitative
scale, not a quantitative scale. If you correctly answer at least 137
of the 175 real questions, you are granted a "pass." If you miss more
than 38 of the 175 scored questions, you will not pass.
Additionally,
you will receive qualitative scores for the 6 different subdomains of
the test. The 3 qualitative scores are "Proficient," "Moderately
Proficient," and "Below Proficient." They should give you an idea of
the areas in which you can improve your knowledge.
