FAQ

FAQ


1. Are there project management standards ?

  • Yes, ISO 21500 standard was released in late 2012 and is in countries already.  See : https://www.iso.org/standard/50003.html
  • Another widely used standard is the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) Guide which is developed by the Project Management Institute (www.PMI.org). The PMBOK® Guide 7th edition was released 2021.
  • Unlike the ISO21500, PMI administers certification exams like The Project Management Professional (PMP®) and Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) – there are others as well so have a look at the PMI website: www.PMI.org


2. Will PMI start using the PMBOK Guide® 7th Edition for PMP Exams?

  • The PMBOK Guide 7th Edition was issued in 2021. It is one of the references that you can read to take the PMP exam. The PMP exam is no longer based on one publication. For more information please write to us at info@bmc-global.com


3. What is the difference between a Standard and a Methodology?

  • A simple answer: A standard is used as input to create your organisation’s methodology. For example the PMBOK® Guide has been used extensively by companies to create their own specific approaches to project management.


4. Are there generic project management methodologies?

  • Yes, PRINCE2 is a methodology that is administered by the UK’s Association for Project Management.                                See: https://www.axelos.com/
  • You can become a PRINCE2 Practitioner by taking a certification exam given by many Accredited Training Organisations (ATOs). PRINCE2 has also a Foundation level exam.
  • You can also become certified through the PM2 Alliance who base their exams on the Open PM2 Methodology which was released by the European Commission to the public: https://www.pm2alliance.eu


5. Are there other Project Management Bodies out there?

  • Yes, there is the International Project Management Association (IPMA) which is the representative body of mainly European National Project Management Associations, see: https://www.ipma.world


IPMA also gives certifications at various levels that are base lined by their respective national Project Management Associations.

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