Classroom vs Self-study

Many people recognize that each person

prefers different learning styles and techniques.

Everyone has a mix of learning styles.

Arguments both for and against traditional

classroom training for the PMP® exam and

self-study/online preparation are presented

here. It is up to you to understand your

learning style and decide what suits you the

best based on your needs and requirements.

Option 1: Traditional PMP Classroom Training

Requires least amount of self-discipline as

candidates are guided by the instructor

and must devote certain amount of time to

study over a period of time.

Can count for 35 contact hours as Local

Project Management Institute (PMI)

chapters and PMI “Registered Education

Providers” (REPs) offer workshops, boot

camps and classes target specific areas

and explain examination techniques.

Suits those with hands on learning style. For some, hands on experience allows them to

retain more information and remember whatever has been covered more clearly.

The interaction of a classroom environment suits some as it tends to allow passing of

information that assists in the learning process.

It is however still wise to combine classroom learning with self-revision. Download our

free app ‘PMP® Exam Mentor’ to revise for the exam. The app covers all 47 processes

with their ITTOs, Knowledge areas with their ITTOs, Glossary, Formulas, Project

Framework, Tips, and mock questions to practice from to add on to your classroom

learning.

Option 2: Self or Online study

Usually less expensive than instructor led

training and suitable for those with restricted

or unpredictable study schedules.

Requires large amount of self-discipline.

Flexible means of achieving 35 contact hours

by undertaking online courses with registered

REPs.

Provides freedom to study on your own pace

whilst still achieve PMI requirements.

It is great way to prepare for the exam while

maintaining family and work commitments.

Suits those with a mix of learning styles

including visual and audio. Multimedia component such as videos, audios, and case

examples can be highly effective for some.

Having access to forums or teachers through online course means candidates can access

clarifications if needed.

In depth understanding of the content can be achieved by reading PMBOK® Guide and

PMP Exam Prep: Rita's Course in a Book for Passing the PMP Exam.

Deciding what’s best for you

It is up to you to decide what learning style suits your requirements the most.

However regardless of what you choose, both online and classroom study require

additional independent study to boost your chances of success

Undertake self-study by using our free app our free app ‘PMP® Exam Mentor’ which is

an excellent source for your self-study based on PMBOK® Guide fifth edition.

The app allows you to take the material with you and study anywhere

and anytime. It is a powerful, cost effective and goal oriented solution.

The ‘PMP® Exam Mentor’ app would help you immensely on various

aspects of Project Management whether you are preparing for the

PMP certification exam or you're a practicing project manager. The

‘PMP® Exam Mentor’ app provides you an opportunity to make best

use of mobility moments (a quick short time available while commuting,

waiting, in-between meetings,

small breaks etc.) to quickly

refresh your knowledge on

various aspects. This app is

made up of various sections

providing you a

multidimensional learning path. This app

allows to choose how you learn, what you

learn and when you learn.

With PMBOK® Guide Fifth Edition contents about 5 Process Groups and 10 Knowledge

Areas (covering all the 47 processes and their ITTOs), we are sure that the app will

benefit you immensely in the preparation and greatly improve your chance of success.

Additionally, with 30 Project Framework topics, 579 Glossary terms/concepts, 66

formulas and 122 tips, there are many ways to learn and enhance your

knowledge. Once you learnt and understood the content, revise your

knowledge with 386 flashcards and 770 questions and practice

extensively.

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