Introduction:
This course is tailored for construction professionals preparing for the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam. It focuses on the core principles of project management from the PMBOK Guide, specifically applied to construction projects.

Objectives:

• Understand the principles of project management as applied to construction.
• Learn the processes, tools, and techniques of project management.
• Prepare thoroughly for the PMP exam, with a focus on construction projects.
• Apply project management best practices to enhance project success.

Who Should Attend:

• Construction managers and project managers.
• Engineers and architects involved in project management.
• Professionals seeking PMP certification in the construction industry.
• Anyone involved in managing construction projects.

Course Outline:

Day 1: Introduction to PMP Certification and Project Management Framework

• Overview of the PMP certification process and requirements
• Project management framework and key concepts
• PMBOK Guide knowledge areas and process groups
• Introduction to project management in construction

Day 2: Project Integration, Scope, and Time Management

• Project integration management (project charter, plan development)
• Scope management (requirements gathering, scope definition)
• Time management (scheduling, critical path method)
• Case studies of scope and time management in construction

Day 3: Cost, Quality, and Resource Management

• Cost management (budgeting, cost control)
• Quality management (quality planning, assurance, control)
• Resource management (resource planning, team management)
• Practice problems and case studies in cost, quality, and resource management

Day 4: Communication, Risk, and Stakeholder Management

• Communication management (stakeholder communication, reporting)
• Risk management (risk identification, analysis, response planning)
• Stakeholder management (stakeholder identification, engagement)
• Case studies of communication, risk, and stakeholder management in construction

Day 5: Exam Preparation and Practice Questions

• Review of key PMP exam topics and PMBOK Guide content
• Practice exam questions and problem-solving techniques
• Group discussions and Q&A sessions
• Final assessment and feedback for PMP exam readiness