Is learning and understanding the contents of the Project Managers' Guide (IAPM) sufficient to pass the Certified Senior Project Manager (IAPM) exam?

Is learning and understanding the contents of the Project Managers' Guide (IAPM) sufficient to pass the Certified Senior Project Manager (IAPM) exam?

No, that is not sufficient. The Project Managers' Guide (IAPM) forms the basis of the Certified Senior Project Manager (IAPM) certification exam. It merely gives you an overview of the exam-relevant topics that you must master for the exam. To prepare for the certification exam, you should learn the topics in detail. To do this, you can do online research, read the recommended literature, use our web-learning platform, or be trained by one of our training partners.

The IAPM certification

The certification can be taken via a reputable online examination procedure. The costs are based on the gross domestic product of your country of origin.

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Become a Network Official

Do you want to get involved in project management in your environment and contribute to the further development of project management? Then become active as an IAPM Network Official or as a Network Official of the IAPM Network University. 


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