Guidance needed
Submitted by rasuajak@gmail.com on Mon, 01/05/2015 - 04:26
Hello all, I have failed the PMP exam on 12/30 and trying to attempt again but I need some guidance:
1. English is not my first language, I am having trouble completing 200 questions in 4 hrs time (I didn't take any breaks)
2. I did study Rita book / Rita's simulator & Rita hot topics. I did listen to pm precast videos too. But I didn't go through PMBOK 5 (just glanced at it)
3. How to find study groups
4. How soon I should go for 2nd attempt?
5. How many sets of 200 questions I should practice.
Regards,
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rkraneis
Mon, 01/05/2015 - 17:11
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Some Advice for Rasuajak
Rasuajak:
First, I think it amazing that anyone tries to pass the PMP in their 2nd or 3rd language.
1) I believe you have not taken enough practice tests under time pressure. I would suggest you practice with tests of an hour length. When you can complete them on time, try to take a 4 hour practice test.
2) Read PMBOK 5. As you say, English is not your first language so reading PMBOK 5 may seem like a burden. Reading Rita's book (I have taught from it) is a complementary test to PMBOK 5. READ PMBOK 5.
3) In the U.S. I have suggested people try using www.meetup.com or Craigslist to find local study groups. You might also try using this website (with admin's permission) or LinkedIn to start a study group.
4) How soon for 2nd attempt? I would use a proven test resource like PMZilla.com and try testing out consistently above 70%.
5) How many sets of 200 questions? Take as many "sets" as you need to begin passing at 70% or beyond. At the very least, you should be in the solid mid-sixties as a test taker.
People often talk about "taking" tests. When I passed the PMP, I answered, studied, took notes on 1000 questions. You might find my website post and video Am I Ready to Pass the PMP Test helpful.
Whatever you do, keep using PMZilla.com as a resource for your questions. I wish I had used PMZilla.com more when I was studying for the PMP.
Best Wishes on Passing the PMP in 2015,
Richard Kraneis, PMP
Chicago, IL USA
rasuajak@gmail.com
Mon, 01/05/2015 - 19:09
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Contact Info
Thanks Richard, how can I contact you?