PMP Certification Training in Brisbane, Australia

The PMP® certification exam cost remains the same everywhere across the world. It is taken in US dollars by Project Management Institute (PMI)®. The fee is $555 for non-PMI® members and it is $405 for PMI® members. All candidates irrespective of whether they are PMI® members or non-PMI® members can attempt the exam three times. For re-exams PMI® members need to pay $275 and non-PMI® members are supposed to pay $375.Below is a list of variable costs related to PMP® certification in Brisbane. Please note that the cost is in USD unless it is mentioned as Aus $.

• PMP® Examination fee: A candidate may opt for either online or offline exam by making a payment of $555. Offline tests are conducted in many locations where the facility of computer-based centers are not present.In case the candidate is unable to pass the exam in the first attempt, he/she has three more attempts to clear the exam, with a payment of  $375 to be made for each attempt.
  
  
• PMI® membership cost: Candidates can enjoy benefits of high discounts through PMI® membership. Cost of this membership is $129 along with a $10  joining fee. The examination fee for PMI® members is $555 instead of $405. As a PMI® member you will be able to download PMBOK® handbook free of cost. Others need to purchase the same at $ 50 from Amazon.
  
  
• Cost of training: Prior to appearing for the PMP® certification examination, it is essential to complete a regular training of 35 hours. The training may be either in classroom form or instructor-led. Candidates can also choose online courses for this purpose. Online courses are available against a payment of Aus $167-Aus $538. Classroom training courses demand an investment between Aus $121- Aus $251.
  
  
• Additional study materials: You need to go for additional study materials besides PMBOK® to master important points of the syllabus. The cost of these study materials ranges between $40-$100. It is recommended to go with practice test sessions to become familiar with the exact pattern of PMP®certification exam. You can buy these practice test sets by paying between $60 to $100.
  
  
• Credentials: Once you get your PMP®certification, you must renew your credentials at an interval of three years by paying $ 150. PMI® membership holders will be able to enjoy a discount as they need to pay only $60.
  

Computer based and offline PMP® examination fee in Brisbane costs $405 for PMI® members while $555 for non-members.The fee of PMI® membership is $130 with renewal charges of $119 annually. It is possible to enjoy high discounts by availing membership from PMI®. As a member, you will be able to download web-based PMBOK®guide for free.Additional costs include fees for training which is in between Aus $121- Aus $251 for the completion of desired 35 hours contact. You can also purchase additional third-party study materials for boosting your overall preparation.

It is possible to access PMP®certification training program through classroom training, self learning or instructor led training. Each and every mode comprises of its own pros and cons. Self learning is the most affordable among the three learning modes.Online training comprises of instructor-led mode or self-learning mode. There are online mediums like KnowledgeHut which provide 35 contact hours PMP®certification training.Some important factors to be considered before choosing an online training platform are:

• Check whether the trainer is registered or not.
• Does the institute provides 35 hours certificate guarantee?
• Provision of  videos by English speaker.
• Duration of E-Learning access.

Once you get associated as a PMI® member in Brisbane Chapter, it will be easy to avail PDUs  free of cost. PDUs can be obtained by attending seminars on a regular basis and through the resources offered by  PMI®. Also, you will be able to keep yourself up-to-date regarding latest developments in the Project Management arena through networking,member services, academia and certification. Also get a chance to upgrade your overall knowledge as per the latest developments which is happening world wide via PMI® newsletters.Some additional benefits of becoming Brisbane Chapter member include the following:

• Conference: Discuss exam problems, solutions, applications and project management ideas in a forum provided by PMI® Brisbane Chapter.
• Networking: As you will get associated with a wide network of experts after getting membership of PMI® Brisbane Chapter, you will be able to meet your peers and share knowledge. Networking and building a strong connection will open doors to lucrative  job opportunities.
• Membership services: As a registered member, you will get a chance to attend events that are organized for PMI® Brisbane Chapter members only.
  
  
• Volunteer: PMI® Brisbane Chapter members will enjoy exclusive benefits of volunteering in events at Brisbane.
  

Address of PMI® Brisbane Chapter: Next Hotel Pool & Rooftop Bar72, Queen Street, Brisbane City-4000

The list of certification and education programs given by the PMI® Brisbane Chapter in Brisbane are as under:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)®
• Program Management Professional (PgMP)®
• Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP)®
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®
• PMI® Professional in Business Analysis (PMI®-PBA)®
• PMI® Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI®-ACP)®
• PMI® Risk Management Professional (PMI®-RMP)®
• PMI® Scheduling Professional (PMI®-SP)®

Ensure you satisfy the minimum system specifications before registering for the exam. You might not get a refund if your computer doesn’t meet the required specification.
These are the mandatory steps that you need to follow irrespective of your preference for scheduling your PMP® exam within Center-Based Test (CBT) or Online Proctored Test (OP):

1. Log in to www.PMI.org. Under the myPMI® section, move to ‘Review Application Status’ and click on ‘Schedule Exam’.
2. You will be redirected to your Pearson VUE account.
3. The Pearson VUE page includes a space to enter the name of your testing program. You need to type the PMI® - Project Management Institute in it.
   
   Note: You need to choose your testing program before scheduling, rescheduling or canceling an exam. If you’re facing any difficulty, feel free to contact a customer service representative.
   
   
4. Or else, you can click on ‘A to Z list of all programs’ which will take you to a list of test sponsors.
5. PMI® (Project Management Institute) is the test sponsor name for PMP®. You’ll be able to find once you click on ‘P’.
6. After you find it, click on PMI® - Project Management Institute, you’ll land on a page where you need to log in using your unique PMI® eligibility ID.
7. In the next step, you’ll have to choose between the Center Based Test or Online Proctored Test option.

If you select CBT option:

Proceed with the below-mentioned scheduling instructions to take up the PMP® Exam (CBT) in Brisbane Test Center:

1. In the next step, you will have to pick the booking method option. Select the ‘I will be scheduled for a future date at a test center’ option and click on Next.
2. After clicking on Next, you will be asked to review the View Testing Policies. After this, click on Schedule this exam.
3. The next step allows you to choose the test center, date, and time for your PMP® certification exam. You just need to choose your exam center in Brisbane and then choose a suitable date and time.
4. The next step is to review the appointment. Click on Proceed to Checkout.
5. Once you’re through with the above steps, click on Submit Order to confirm your appointment
6. You will receive a confirmation mail from Pearson VUE.

If you select Online Proctored Test:

If you choose to take up the PMP® exam in Brisbane Test Center through Online Proctored Test, you need to consider the following steps

1. Agree to the online proctoring policies after reading it and click ‘Next’.
2. The next page comprises of the exam and language aid you have selected. You need to click on ‘View Testing Policies’ and then click on ‘Schedule This Exam’.
3. In the next step, you need to choose the date and time you wish to take your exam on. However, you do not have to select a location. You can schedule your PMP® exam at any time of the day between Tuesday to Saturday. First, select a date you would like to take your exam on and then the time.
4. Once you make the selection, you need to review your appointment details and then click on ‘Proceed to Checkout’.
5. Complete the checkout by following the next steps and then click on ‘Submit Order’.
6. You will receive a confirmation email from Pearson VUE once your appointment is confirmed.

A fee of $70 will be charged if you cancel your exam within 30 days of your scheduled appointment. You have to cancel your appointment prior to 48 hours of the exam, otherwise, you won’t receive any refund.

Earning PDUs is an essential part for carrying out active maintenance of the PMI® certification as an important part of the CCR (Continuing Certification Requirements). You should have 60 PDUs to fulfill CCR requirements along with PMI® certification renewal.

You need to follow the below mentioned steps to participate in the CCR program:

It has now become easy to earn PDUs through various professional development activities. Main categories that come under the CCR Program of PMI® include the following:

• Education
• Giving back to your profession