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PMP® Exam Prep Mastery — Fall 2026

Live online PMP® exam preparation designed for working professionals—featuring expert instruction, personalized coaching, and structured exam-readiness support. October 23–December 13, 2026 ... Show more
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Duration 35 hours
Lectures 21
Quizzes 13
Level Intermediate
Certificate of Completion
Basic info

  • 35 PMI-approved contact hours delivered through live, instructor-led instruction

  • 16 live sessions (Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM ET)

  • Instructor-facilitated practice exam simulator with 1,000+ PMP-style questions

  • Digital workbook and structured study materials aligned to the PMP Exam Content Outline

  • Certificate of completion issued upon successful course participation. 

Course requirements

  • Project management experience consistent with PMI eligibility requirements
    (36 months with a bachelor’s degree or 60 months with a secondary/high school diploma)

  • Commitment to attend at least 90% of live, instructor-led sessions

  • Reliable internet connection and computer capable of accessing live Zoom sessions

  • Intent to sit for the PMP® certification exam following course completion

Intended audience
  • Project managers preparing to pursue the Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification
  • Professionals responsible for leading or coordinating projects across functional teams
  • Team leads and managers seeking to formalize their project management knowledge
  • Practitioners with several years of hands-on project management experience
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PMP® Exam Prep Mastery with Dr. Charlene Parks

Fall 2026 Cohort

Cohort Dates: October 23–December 13, 2026

Duration: 8 Weeks

Schedule

  • Orientation: Friday, October 23, 7:00–8:00 PM ET
  • Live Sessions: Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM ET
  • Class Dates: October 24–December 13, 2026

Format: Live online via Zoom

Cohort Size: Limited to 10 participants

Course Overview

This instructor-led PMP® exam-preparation program is aligned with PMI’s current PMP® Examination Content Outline and designed to strengthen exam readiness, practical decision-making, and long-term career growth.

The cohort is led personally by Dr. Charlene Parks, a dual-doctorate Fortune 500 transformation executive with more than 15 years of leadership experience and over $120 million in enterprise implementation oversight.

Your Enrollment Includes

  • 35 contact hours
  • 16 live, interactive learning sessions
  • Two private 1:1 coaching sessions
  • Baseline diagnostic assessment
  • Targeted practice drills and assessments
  • Midpoint readiness checkpoint
  • Final go/no-go diagnostic
  • Access to more than 1,000 practice questions

This high-touch cohort provides personalized instruction, structured accountability, and targeted support throughout your PMP® exam-preparation journey.

Founders Cohort Orientation
WEEK 1 – PMP FOUNDATION & PMI MINDSET
WEEK 2 – People Domain (Leadership & Team Performance)
  • 6
    Session 3: Team Formation & Development
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     Preview 2h

    March 10, 2026 @7PM | Join Zoom Session: Zoom

    Meeting ID: 875 6602 9896 Passcode: 958630

    Team Formation, Leadership & Performance

    Lesson 2B  |  People Domain (42% of PMP® Exam)

    ECO Tasks Covered: 1.4 · 1.11 · 2.16

     

    Learning Objectives

    By the end of this session you will be able to:

    •       Explain how team assembly differs in predictive vs. adaptive environments

    •       Apply Tuckman's five stages and identify the correct PM behavior at each stage

    •       Create and use a team charter as a living working agreement

    •       Distinguish between self-organizing teams and servant leadership — and what they are not

    •       Identify which motivation theory applies to a given exam scenario

    •       Select the appropriate conflict resolution mode for a given situation

    •       Match leadership style to team experience and situation

    •       Address the unique challenges of virtual and distributed team management

    •       Apply the assess → address → escalate sequence for team performance issues

  • 7
    Team Quiz
    10 questions
  • 8
    Session 4: Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
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     Text lesson

    March 12, 2026 @7PM | Join Zoom Session: Zoom

    Meeting ID: 875 6602 9896 Passcode: 958630

    Stakeholder Identification & Engagement

    Lesson 2A  |  People Domain  |  Stakeholders span all three ECO domains

    ECO Tasks Covered: 1.9 · 2.2 · 2.4

     

    Learning Objectives

    By the end of this session you will be able to:

    •       Apply the full PMI definition of a stakeholder — including the 'perceive themselves affected' dimension

    •       Identify stakeholders continuously across all project phases, not just at initiation

    •       Use the Power/Interest Grid to classify stakeholders and name the correct engagement strategy for each quadrant

    •       Build and maintain a stakeholder register with both profile and assessment information

    •       Apply the RACI chart correctly — including the single-A rule and the C vs. I distinction

    •       Map current vs. desired stakeholder engagement using the SEAM

    •       Calculate communication channels using the n(n-1)/2 formula

    •       Select the appropriate communication method (Interactive, Push, Pull) for a given scenario

    •       Distinguish between the stakeholder engagement plan and the communications management plan

  • 9
    Stakeholder Quiz
    10 questions
WEEK 3 – Process Domain (Planning & Scope Control)
  • 10
    Session 5: Plan the Project — Integration, Scope & Schedule
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     Preview 2h

    March 17, 2026 @7PM | Join Zoom Session: Zoom

    Meeting ID: 875 6602 9896 Passcode: 958630

    Learning Objectives

    By the end of this session you will be able to:

    • Distinguish between the project management plan and project documents — and explain why both matter
    • Explain how scope planning differs fundamentally between predictive and adaptive approaches
    • Use elicitation techniques to gather and prioritize requirements
    • Build a WBS to define and decompose project scope in predictive environments
    • Apply MoSCoW analysis and backlog management to prioritize scope in adaptive environments
    • Define rolling wave planning and explain when it is used
    • Sequence activities and identify dependencies using the precedence diagramming method
    • Calculate the critical path and explain what float means for schedule flexibility
    • Apply schedule compression techniques (fast-tracking, crashing) and state their trade-offs
    • Compare predictive scheduling (Gantt/CPM) with adaptive scheduling (story points, velocity, sprint planning)
  • 11
    Integration & Scope Quiz
    10 questions
  • 12
    Session 6: Plan the Project — Resources, Budget, Risk & Quality
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     Preview 2h

    March 19, 2026 @7PM | Join Zoom Session: Zoom

    Meeting ID: 875 6602 9896 Passcode: 958630

    Who Does the Work, How Much Will It Cost,
    What Could Go Wrong, and How Good Is Good Enough?

    Session 6 completes your project management plan. Resources, budget, risk, and quality — the four subsidiary plans that turn scope and schedule into a fully integrated plan.

    Wed March 19 · 7 PM ET
    Zoom ID: 875 6602 9896
    Passcode: 958630
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    Resources
    💰
    Budget
    ⚠
    Risk
    ✅
    Quality
    📋
    Procurement
    Resource Planning
    • Resource management plan — what's needed, how it's acquired, how it's managed
    • Predictive: PM assigns tasks. Adaptive: team pulls from the backlog
    • Resource leveling vs. smoothing — only leveling can change the end date
    • RACI: exactly ONE Accountable per activity; Consulted ≠ Informed
    • T-shaped people reduce single points of failure in agile teams
    Exam signal
    If a PM is "assigning stories" in an agile context — that's a problem. Teams pull from the backlog. A stakeholder who "feels surprised" by decisions is marked I when they should be C.
     
    Where Session 6 sits in the planning arc
    S1–4 Foundations
    ›
    S5 Scope + Schedule
    ›
    S6 Resources, Budget, Risk, Quality ← you are here
    ›
    S7 Integration
    ›
    S9 Earned Value
     
    Before Tuesday — high priority
    • Complete the Planning Practice Set cold (45 min) at pmptrainingacademy.com/practice-planning-the-project/
    • Draw the budget pyramid from memory: Activity → Work Package → Cost Baseline (with contingency) → BAC (add management reserve)
    • Label which reserve the PM controls vs. the sponsor — this diagram feeds directly into Earned Value in Session 9
  • 13
    Resources, Budget, Risk & Quality Quiz
    10 questions
WEEK 4 – Process Domain (Execution & Monitoring)
  • 14
    Session 7: Integrate the Plan — Then Lead the People
    Preview 2h

    PMP Training Academy — Week 4 · Session 1

    March 24, 2026 @7PM | Join Zoom Session: Zoom

    Meeting ID: 875 6602 9896 Passcode: 958630

    Integrate the Plan — Then Lead the People

    Now that planning is complete, we shift from artifacts to people.

    Hour 1 — 7:00–8:00 PM — Integrate Plans (Lesson 3H)

    • Where we are in the course arc — Lesson 3 is complete after tonight
    • Why all subsidiary plans must integrate — your resource plan drives costs, costs become the baseline, risk shapes reserves
    • Two things called “change management” — Integrated Change Control (baselines) vs. Organizational Change Management (people through transitions) — never confuse these on the exam
    • Integrated change control end-to-end: change identified → change request → CCB review → approved/rejected → baselines updated
    • No change to a baseline without a formal approved change request — even if the sponsor asks verbally
    • Managing complexity: decouple, simulate, iterate
    • Poll: Which of four PM actions requires a formal change request?
    Exam signal If a question shows a PM adjusting the schedule baseline at the sponsor’s request without a change request — that is the problem, not the solution. All baseline changes require formal change control.

    — Break 8:00–8:10 — Reflection: Think of a leader who adapted their style to a difficult situation. What did they do differently? —

    Hour 2 — 8:10–9:00 PM — Lead the Project Team (Lesson 4A, 4B, 4C)

    • Leadership styles: Servant (remove blockers, enable the team — PMI default for agile), Situational (adapt to team maturity), Transformational (inspire vision)
    • Emotional intelligence — four components: self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, social skill
    • Leading vs. managing — People domain answers lean toward leading behaviors (listening, coaching, empowering)
    • Psychological safety: teams that feel safe surface problems early — the PM creates this through transparency and consistent follow-through
    • Team charter and ground rules — how the team formalizes how they work together
    • Empowerment: bounded authority to the people closest to the work — does not mean no oversight
    • Scenario: Ang Fen and a disengaged team member — what does the PM do first?
    Exam signal A PM who “assigns the highest-priority story to the senior developer” is describing the problem in an agile context — the team pulls work, the PM does not assign it. A PM who “loses their temper when challenged” is showing low self-regulation — always wrong on the exam.

    Before the Next Session

    HIGH PRIORITY

    • Complete the People Domain Practice Set in the LMS — do it cold, 45 minutes
    • Review the Leas conflict escalation model in your Study Guide — you will need it Session 8

    MEDIUM PRIORITY

    • Glossary: Servant Leadership · Situational Leadership · Psychological Safety · Team Charter · Integrated Change Control · Organizational Change Management · Empowerment · Emotional Intelligence
    • Preview L4D (Support Team Performance) and L4G (Manage Conflict) in your Study Guide

    Join Tonight’s Session →

  • 15
    Session 7 Quiz
    10 questions
  • 16
    Session 8: Performance Support, Coaching & Conflict Depth
    2h

    March 26, 2026 @7PM | Join Zoom Session: Zoom

    Meeting ID: 875 6602 9896 Passcode: 958630

  • 17
    Session 8 Quiz
    10 questions
WEEK 5- Agile, Hybrid & Execution Approaches (Ways of Working)
WEEK 6 – Integration, Execution Flow & Decision-Making
WEEK 7 – Exam Strategy & Application Readiness
WEEK 8 – Final Calibration & Exam Readiness
Extras
Do I qualify for the PMP exam?
You need either: (1) a Bachelor's degree + 36 months of PM experience + 35 contact hours, OR (2) a High school diploma + 60 months of PM experience + 35 contact hours. Our course provides the 35 contact hours. We'll help you determine if your experience qualifies during application assistance.
What if I don't pass the exam?
If you meet the participation requirements (attendance and completion of course activities) and feel you need additional instructional support, you may request continued access to course materials or additional guidance in accordance with our satisfaction policy.
How long will it take to get credentialed?
PMP® exam eligibility, scheduling, and certification approval are determined solely by the Project Management Institute (PMI).
What's included in the course price?
Everything you need: 35 PMI-approved contact hours of live instruction, access to a PMP-style practice exam simulator (1,000+ questions), digital workbook and structured study materials, PMP application assistance, two 1:1 coaching sessions with Dr. Parks, session recordings, and our satisfaction guarantee and instructional support policy.
What if I miss a live session?
Watch the recording within 48 hours, complete a brief makeup assignment, and schedule a 15-minute check-in to maintain eligibility for contact hours. We require 90% attendance (14 of 16 sessions for Tues/Thurs cohorts, or 11 of 12 sessions for Mon/Wed/Fri cohorts).
Is financing available?
Yes! We offer payment plans through Affirm starting at $250/month with 0% APR for qualified buyers. Corporate invoicing is also available for employer-sponsored students.
Why not one of those cheaper PMP courses?
Three things: (1) Your instructor actively manages Fortune 500 transformations at Honeywell — not just teaching theory, (2) Small cohorts of 10-12 students vs. 50+ in other programs, (3) Two included 1:1 coaching sessions and career advancement resources beyond just exam prep.
What's the difference between the 8-week and 4-week cohorts?
Same content, different pace. The 8-week cohort (Tues/Thurs) meets twice per week for 2 hours — ideal if you want more time to absorb material between sessions. The 4-week Fast-Track cohort (Mon/Wed/Fri) meets three times per week — ideal if you want to get certified quickly. Both provide 35 contact hours and the same comprehensive preparation.
Do you help with the PMP application?
Yes! PMP application assistance is included in your course. We provide step-by-step guidance through the entire PMI application process, project description templates, experience documentation support, and Dr. Parks personally reviews your application before you submit to ensure it's audit-proof.
What if my application gets audited by PMI?
Don't worry — we've got you covered. We help you prepare audit-proof project descriptions from the start. If you do get audited, we provide PMI audit support including guidance on documentation, how to contact references, and what to expect throughout the audit process.
How do I describe my project experience on the application?
We provide proven project description templates that clearly demonstrate your PM experience in PMI's language. During your 1:1 coaching sessions, Dr. Parks will review your specific experience and help you frame it properly. Many students struggle with this — our templates and personal review make it easy.
When should I submit my PMI application?
We recommend submitting your PMI application during weeks 2-3 of the course. This gives you time to complete it properly with our guidance, and ensures your application is approved before you finish the course so you can schedule your exam immediately after completing the program.
What's included in the 1:1 coaching sessions?
You get two private 30-minute sessions with Dr. Parks. Session 1 (early in course): Application review, study plan optimization, and personalized exam readiness assessment. Session 2 (near end of course): Final exam prep strategy, career trajectory discussion, and any questions before your exam. Additional sessions are available if needed.
Should I join PMI before taking the course?
We recommend it. PMI membership costs $139/year and saves you $150 on the exam fee ($405 vs $555). You also get free access to the PMBOK Guide digital copy and other resources. We'll discuss this during the first week of class and help you decide what's right for you.
How soon can I take the exam after finishing the course?
Most students take the exam 2-4 weeks after completing the course. This gives you time for final review and practice exams. With our Pass Guarantee, you must take the exam within 90 days of course completion to qualify for the free retake benefit.
Do I need to buy any additional materials?
No. Everything is included — digital workbook, formula sheets, process charts, memory aids, and access to our practice exam simulator with 1,000+ questions. The only additional cost is your PMI exam fee ($405-$425 for PMI members, $655-$675 for non-members depending on region) paid directly to PMI when you schedule your exam.
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