Top 10 Things to Know about the CAPM - Certified Associate in Project Management

The video provides a comprehensive overview of the CAPM certification, detailing its purpose, target audience, eligibility requirements, syllabus, exam format, and preparation strategies. It also discusses maintaining the certification, potential career advancements, and alternative certifications. The CAPM is an entry-level certification by PMI, designed for early career project managers. It requires a secondary degree and 23 hours of project management education. The exam covers four domains and consists of 150 questions. Maintaining the certification requires 15 PDUs every three years. The video concludes with advice on evaluating the CAPM's value based on personal and employer needs.

What does CAPM stand for?

• Certified Associate in Project Management

• Certified Advanced Project Manager

• Certified Agile Project Manager

• Certified Accredited Project Manager

Who is the CAPM certification intended for?

• Experienced project managers

• Entry-level project managers

• Senior executives

• Technical specialists

What is a requirement for taking the CAPM exam?

• A master's degree

• A secondary degree

• Five years of project management experience

• A bachelor's degree

How many contact hours of project management education are required for CAPM eligibility?

• 23 hours

• 15 hours

• 40 hours

• 30 hours

Which domain carries the highest weight in the CAPM exam?

• Adaptive Frameworks and Methodologies

• Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts

• Predictive plan-based Methodologies

• Business Analysis Frameworks

What is the format of the CAPM exam?

• 50 questions in 1 hour

• 200 questions in 4 hours

• 150 questions in 3 hours

• 100 questions in 2 hours

Which of the following is a recommended way to prepare for the CAPM exam?

• Ignoring mock exams

• Studying without any structured plan

• Using a PMI-approved training provider

• Only reading PMI publications

How many PDUs are required to maintain the CAPM certification?

• 25 PDUs

• 20 PDUs

• 15 PDUs

• 10 PDUs

What is a potential next step after obtaining the CAPM certification?

• PMP certification

• MBA degree

• Technical certification

• No further steps

Which organization offers an alternative to the CAPM certification?

• International Project Management Association

• World Project Leaders

• American Management Association

• Global Business Association