Read it in 3 Mins
Introduction
In order to keep its project management content relevant and in line with current practices, the Project Management Institute (PMI) issues new editions of its ‘Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide)’. The latest version of the PMBOK Guide, the sixth edition, is due to be released in September 2017. As a result, the online PMP certification examination will also see some changes from the first quarter of 2018,to ensure consistency with the updated guide.
Major Changes
Major changes include:
Renaming of knowledge areas
Addition of a new chapter
Deletion of processes
Addition of new processes
Three new processes would be added
Renaming of processes
Restructuring of Knowledge Areas
Four new sections have been added
Changes in orientation and emphasis
The Guide takes on a more advisory note rather than a mandatory tone and emphasizes the role of the project manager in choosing appropriate processes depending on the nature of the project.
Timing of Exam Changeover
The exact date of the examination changeover to the one based on the Sixth edition, has not yet been published by PMI. However, if you plan to take the PMP examination prior to Q1 2018, then the current version of the exam- based on the Fifth edition, will apply.
Top Cities where Knowledgehut Conduct PMP Certification Training Course Online
Avail your free 1:1 mentorship session.
