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4 Industries that Benefit from the PMI-ACP Certification

January 30, 2019 November 11, 2021

4 Industries (Other Than Software) That Benefit From The PMI-ACP® Certification

When Agile Methodology was first developed, it made waves in the software development space. And, in many cases, Agile continues to be closely associated with the industry. While Agile Methodology was designed for software development, that’s not the only industry that can benefit from this approach to project management. There are plenty of other jobs …

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January 23, 2019 November 22, 2021

Six Sigma Belts Explained

Lean Six Sigma is a widely used approach that enables teams to eliminate waste and maximize operational efficiency. Because this is a popular and beneficial approach, many professional seek a Six Sigma Certification to improve both their career prospects and their organization’s outcomes.

January 16, 2019 November 22, 2021

8 Benefits of the Agile Methodology

Are you thinking about bringing Agile project management practices to your organization? Customers, vendors, and project managers alike all benefit from using the Agile Methodology. Traditional project implementation practices can be ineffective on complex projects with unclear requirements. This often leads to projects being completed late, ineffectively, or not at all. In these types of …

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January 9, 2019 November 22, 2021

The New World of Project Management

When it comes to project management, the future is now.

January 2, 2019 January 26, 2022

Agile vs Scrum: What You Need to Know

Are you ready to take your project management approach to a new level? One of the most popular project management approaches today is commonly referred to as Agile. Agile is more of a mindset then a defined methodology and is purposefully lightweight and adaptable. In organizations that adopt agile and have projects with high complexity …

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December 12, 2018 October 12, 2021

Agile vs Scrum: Is There a Difference?

For many in the project management industry, Agile and Scrum are terms you have likely heard for a while. And at first glance, it can feel like some people use the terms Agile and Scrum interchangeably. However, these terms have specific meanings, so it’s important to understand Agile vs Scrum, and how they work together …

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December 5, 2018 November 23, 2021

Psychometric Assessments and the PMP® Exam

Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam candidates are often quite curious about what their exam experience will be like. Common questions include: what is the passing score, how many math questions will I have, and how hard will it be? The short answer to all three of these questions is a very disappointing, “no one knows”. …

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November 28, 2018 November 11, 2021

The Basics of Agile Project Management

For those that operate in the project management space, you’ve likely heard a lot about Agile Methodologies. And while you may have a vague idea of what Agile means, it’s hard to picture the real-world benefits of Agile without a comprehensive understanding to this project development approach. Agile project management is a popular approach that …

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November 21, 2018 September 1, 2022

What is The PMI Talent Triangle®?

The PMI Talent Triangle® is a framework that defines the key skill sets necessary for success in today’s project management environment. The three sides of the triangle are Ways of Working, Power Skills, and Business Acumen. Professionals consider these three skills to be the most important for project managers to have in order to be …

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November 14, 2018 April 14, 2022

13 Best PMP® Certification Study Guide Materials

It’s no question that study guides are essential for passing the Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification Exam. But, every aspiring PMP® credential holder has different schedules and learning styles, which means you need a PMP exam prep program that offers a wide variety of materials to meet everyone’s needs. If you’re looking to become certified …

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