{"id":364,"date":"2019-11-06T12:52:00","date_gmt":"2019-11-06T17:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/?p=364"},"modified":"2021-11-24T14:37:21","modified_gmt":"2021-11-24T19:37:21","slug":"7-reasons-why-people-fail-the-pmp-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/7-reasons-why-people-fail-the-pmp-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"The Top 7 Reasons Why People Fail the PMP\u00ae Exam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>You should never leave anything up to chance when it comes down to something as important as the PMP Exam. The exam is intense and challenging, so you need time for preparation! If you fail the PMP exam, there&#8217;s always another chance! However, the biggest <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.projectmanagementacademy.net\/complete-pmp-certification-guide\">Project Management Professional<\/a> (PMP)<sup>\u00ae <\/sup>certification problem is potential failure. Taking and preparing for the PMP exam is a <a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/how-much-does-a-pmp-certification-cost\/\">major investment<\/a> in terms of time, effort, and money. To ensure you receive a positive return on that investment, you want to complete the process having earned your PMP certification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>On this page:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"2.-Took-the-PMP-Exam-at-the-Wrong-Time\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/7-reasons-why-people-fail-the-pmp-exam\/#Not-Enough-Preparation\">1. Not Enough Preparation<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/7-reasons-why-people-fail-the-pmp-exam\/#Took-the-PMP-Exam-at-the-Wrong-Time\">2. Took the PMP Exam at the Wrong Time<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/7-reasons-why-people-fail-the-pmp-exam\/#Did-Not-Take-a-PMP-Exam-Prep-Course\">3. Did Not Take a PMP Exam Prep Course<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/7-reasons-why-people-fail-the-pmp-exam\/#Overconfidence\">4. Overconfidence<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/7-reasons-why-people-fail-the-pmp-exam\/#Focused-on-the-Wrong-Concepts\">5. Focused on the Wrong Concepts<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/7-reasons-why-people-fail-the-pmp-exam\/#Test-Anxiety\">6. Test Anxiety<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/7-reasons-why-people-fail-the-pmp-exam\/#Only-Using-Free-Resources\">7. Only Using Free Resources<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/04\/05154613\/7-Secrets-Passing-PMP-Exam-1.png\" alt=\"7 Secrets to Passing the PMP Exam\" class=\"wp-image-98\" width=\"402\" height=\"152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/04\/05154613\/7-Secrets-Passing-PMP-Exam-1.png 803w, https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/04\/05154613\/7-Secrets-Passing-PMP-Exam-1-300x113.png 300w, https:\/\/e360-media.s3.amazonaws.com\/2021\/04\/05154613\/7-Secrets-Passing-PMP-Exam-1-768x290.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 402px) 100vw, 402px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<script>\n\t\t\t\t\t\thbspt.enqueueForm({\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tportalId: 3294842,\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tformId: \"4091cf73-280a-4cd8-be87-aec72cada392\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttarget: \"#hbspt-form-1777016807000-8034110436\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tregion: \"na1\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t});\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/script>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hbspt-form\" id=\"hbspt-form-1777016807000-8034110436\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we\u2019ll explore seven of the most common reasons people fail the PMP exam. When you have a better understanding of why people fail, you\u2019ll know how to avoid some of the same PMP certification problems.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Not-Enough-Preparation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Not Enough Preparation<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The number one reason people fail the PMP certification exam is due to a lack of preparation. Fortunately, this is one of the easiest areas to correct. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few ways to make sure you\u2019re dedicating enough time to adequately prepare for the exam:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Set time aside to study.<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When you don\u2019t dedicate enough time to studying, you won\u2019t have a comprehensive knowledge of the material. Cramming at the last minute won\u2019t cut it when it comes to the PMP certification exam.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Allot enough time between the prep course and the exam.<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Taking a PMP exam prep course is a great way to prepare for the exam, but you also need to do some additional studying to pass the exam. After you take your prep course, you should spend a little additional time studying to ensure you\u2019ve mastered all the key concepts.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Take practice exams.<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice exams help you know what to expect on the actual test day. Not taking any exams mean a good chance of failure.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Took-the-PMP-Exam-at-the-Wrong-Time\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Took the PMP Exam at the Wrong Time<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to the PMP exam, timing is key. No one wants to <mark>fail<\/mark> their <mark>PMP exam<\/mark>, so don&#8217;t take your test until you&#8217;re confident about passing! Here&#8217;s some common mistakes exam takers might make:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Taking the exam before learning all <\/strong><strong><i>PMBOK<\/i><sup><span style=\"font-style: normal;\">\u00ae<\/span><\/sup><i> Guide <\/i><\/strong><strong>concepts.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmi.org\/pmbok-guide-standards\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK\u00ae Guide)<\/span><\/i><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is the best source of PM-related knowledge, and it\u2019s the text you must understand before taking the exam. If you take the exam before you understand these concepts, you\u2019re not likely to pass.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Taking the exam before scoring 80% or higher consistently on practice exams. <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can\u2019t easily and consistently pass the practice exams, you should consider postponing your actual exam until you\u2019re ready.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Waiting too long after taking a training course. <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you wait too long and the concepts aren\u2019t fresh, you may struggle to pass the exam. At Project Management Academy, we usually recommend taking the exam within 30 days of completing our training course.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Did-Not-Take-a-PMP-Exam-Prep-Course\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Did Not Take a PMP Exam Prep Course<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people try to cut corners and study on their own instead of taking a PMP certification course. This is usually a bad idea. Exam prep courses explain how the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PMBOK<sup>\u00ae <\/sup>Guide <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is a framework and collection of best practices, not a methodology. This means you can\u2019t use the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PMBOK<sup>\u00ae <\/sup>Guide <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">as your sole method of preparation. Also, a PMP exam prep course will help you prepare for each specific section of the exam, breaking down major concepts to ensure you have an in-depth understanding.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Overconfidence\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Overconfidence<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many project managers believe that their professional experience is more than enough to help them pass the exam. These project managers don\u2019t study and don\u2019t participate in courses because they\u2019re over-confident that know everything they need to know about project management.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it\u2019s important to have real-world experience, some project managers become too focused on their own processes and terminology, ignoring the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PMBOK<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <sup>\u00ae <\/sup>Guide terms and practices. Since these topics make up the entirety of the test, you have to have a comprehensive understanding to pass. Experience is definitely beneficial, but remember to focus on the source material, too.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Focused on the Wrong Concepts for the PMP Exam<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PMP exam covers a lot of material and a wide range of concepts. It can be easy to focus on the wrong areas. When you\u2019re too focused on running through practice exams instead of focusing on a combination of completing practice exams and studying concepts, you may end up failing. For example, you could make a mistake like fixating on math and formulas at the expense of concepts. It\u2019s important to balance the types of materials you\u2019re covering so you have a well-rounded understanding of everything the test will cover.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Test-Anxiety\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Test Anxiety<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you one of those people who simply hate tests? Many people struggle to focus and relax when taking tests, especially in testing centers. There are two strategies you can use to mitigate your test anxiety \u2013 preparation and relaxation techniques.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Test preparation is one of the best ways to reduce test anxiety. When you\u2019ve mastered the material, you\u2019ll feel more confident walking into the testing center. Choosing a training provider that offers supplemental study materials like study plans, practice questions, tutoring, and more will help you adequately prepare for the exam.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also use relaxation techniques to help you reduce test anxiety. Breathing exercises are particularly effective in test environments. You can also relax your muscles or encourage yourself with positive self-talk.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Only-Using-Free-Resources\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Only Using Free Resources<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/the-true-cost-of-free-pdus\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free tools<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are great and can often be helpful<\/span>.<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> However, only using free tools <\/span>is a surefire way to fail the pmp exam<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span> It&#8217;s unwise to rely solely on free resources, as those materials might be outdated or inaccurate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You want to ensure you\u2019re only using resources that help you truly understand concepts, instead of simply answering questions. If you want materials to enable solo study, stick to the ones offered by your PMP certification training provider.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To ensure you pass the PMP exam, you need the perfect combination of preparation \u2013 training, the right materials, and in-depth knowledge of the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PMBOK<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Guide<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This exam is too <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/projectmanagementacademy.net\/resources\/blog\/pmp-certification-salary\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">important to your career<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to cut corners. When you devote time and effort to preparing for the exam, you\u2019re sure to pass.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do you want to start the PMP exam preparation process? 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