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PMI Scheduling Professional: Ins and Outs of the PMI-SP Certification Process Simona Fallavollita Product Manager - Certification 6 May 2014 Agenda • Recent Changes to the PMI-SP – Role Delineation Study (RDS) Research – Results of Research – Examination Changes • Certification Information – Requirements – Process • Value of Certification What is a RDS? • Role Delineation Study (RDS) – research to understand responsibilities of a particular role – Performed every 3-5 years – Subject matter expert (SME) driven – In accordance with industry standards What Did This Research Entail? • Thought leader interviews – 8 Organizations & 9 SMEs • Value proposition study with existing PMI-SP credential holders – 222 respondents • In-depth focus panels with existing credential holders • Validation survey of delineation – 840 respondents What Were the Results? • PMI-SP certification holds value but there’s unmet potential • Restructuring of the description/work of project scheduling professionals • Clear distinctions between the roles of PMP and PMI-SP credential holders needed • Current exam too general • Marketing is vital What Did the Value Proposition Study Reveal? • Unanimous agreement that development of certification important for PMI and PMI-SP enhances profession • Provides value to individuals, organizations, and stakeholders • Lack of awareness at organizational level • Some of the expected benefits not delivered Statement Feedback PMI's implementation of certifications in scheduling is an important role of a professional organization such as PMI PMI's certification in scheduling enhances the profession PMI's certification in scheduling has value to individuals in the marketplace Strong PMI's certification in scheduling has value to organizations My PMI-SP certification has led to greater professional opportunities My PMI-SP certification has led to a competitive advantage when seeking new employment. My employer sees the value to clients/stakeholders of employing PMI-certified scheduling professionals. My employer encourages employees to pursue a PMI certification in scheduling. My employer considers PMI's certification in scheduling as part of their preferred hiring requirements. Good Needs Improvement Benefits of PMI-SP® Promotes recognition from employers Increased marketability Enhances professional credibility Provides professional challenge Provides evidence of professional commitment Validates specialized knowledge Demonstrates level of competence Enhances feeling of personal accomplishment Provides personal satisfaction 0.0% 10.0% 20.0% 30.0% 40.0% 50.0% 60.0% 70.0% 80.0% 90.0% 100.0% Actual Expected What is the New Description of the Role? Prior Domains New Domains Schedule Mission Management 9% Schedule Strategy Schedule Creation 23% Schedule Planning & Development 31% Schedule Maintenance 23% Schedule Monitoring & Controlling 35% Schedule Analysis 23% Schedule Closeout 6% Schedule Communication/ Reporting 23% Stakeholder Communication Management 14% 14% In What Other Ways Did the Exam Change? • All new content! • RDS provided feedback on desired exam changes: Go beyond the PMBOK Non-PMBOK resources referenced 74% Focus more on application of knowledge 19% fewer recall questions More scenario/case questions More than 2x as many scenarios/cases Include more calculations Now 21% more calculation based questions Eligibility Requirements Requirement Description Educational Level Work Experience Bachelor’s degree global equivalent or higher degree OR High school diploma, associate’s degree or the global equivalent With bachelor’s degree of global equivalent within the last five years: a minimum of 3,500 hours of work experience in project scheduling With a high school diploma or global equivalent within the last five years: a minimum of 5,000 hours of work experience in project scheduling Education Minimum 30 hours in project scheduling with a bachelor's degree or global equivalent or a minimum 40 hours with an associate's degree or global equivalent Examination 3.5-hour, 170-question, multiple-choice examination Maintenance PMI-SP credential holder will need to earn 30 PDUs in the specialized area of project scheduling per three-year cycle Certification Process PMI | Presentation Title Why Is Being Certified Valuable? • Scheduling is the foundation of all successful projects. • The credential acknowledges the individual’s unique expertise on the project team, while demonstrating the recognition and value the role provides to the field of project management. • In this role, an individual has expert level knowledge in the specialized area of developing and maintaining the project schedule • Employers can trust credential holders to possess the skills, knowledge and experience to contribute directly to their crucial projects. Globally Recognized PMI-SP Global Growth Active PMI-SPs as of April 2010 Active PMI-SPs as of April 2014 11% 11% 9% NA 15% 43% EMEA EMEA APAC 21% 59% NA APAC LAC LAC 31% Transferable Across Countries and Industries Rigorous Exam Development Process Developed by Practitioners for Practitioners