Certified Project Manager (CPM) is the highest level of professional responsibility associated with most software development projects. Many projects wind up as a mess, a total waste of time and money because the CPM failed to do his or her job properly. This happens more often than one would think. The sad thing, though, is that certification is not really required by employers in most cases.

In order to get certification as a project manager, you will have to take the PMP exam, which is offered by APMP, although many schools and training providers to offer the CPM exam that is offered by AMP. Some of the big names offering CPM training courses are Black Belt training providers e.t.c. and NACE. The certification test for CPM is actually taken online and can normally be taken just a few days before the exam. It is highly likely that if your employer requires PMP certification, it is simply a requirement of your company’s human resources department.

If you are interested in getting certified, you need to make sure you do it right. Many students start by taking the easy CPM exam and then wonder why they don’t pass. They then get discouraged when they don’t pass the test and then get discouraged when they know that their employers expect them to have passed. So, what do you do?

The first step you should take if you plan on passing the certification exam for CPM is to get some CPM practice exams. This will allow you to build up your CPM readiness and confidence level before you sit for the actual exam. When preparing for the CPM certification test, you will find that there are two different tests. The first test is longer and will test not only your knowledge but also your ability to manage multiple projects. The second test is shorter and will test you on your project management skills in relation to your direct supervisor. Both tests are given about four weeks before the exam.

Once you’ve taken both the CPM practice exams and passed the certification test, you’ll be able to officially become a Project Manager. You will need to go through training in order to qualify for this position. Some companies only hire Project Managers with a diploma, others will hire you with no diploma at all.

There is many different Project Management Courses out there. The one that I recommend is the Project Management Institute (PMI). They are the only institute that offers real world experience with Project Management as well as the necessary training to prepare you for the certification test. They are located in Pennsylvania. However, if you live anywhere else in the country, you can get your education at another excellent institute as well.

The Project Management Professional Association (PMPA) also offers training. Their courses are available in most countries across the globe. The Project Management Institute doesn’t accept new students who are enrolled in accredited graduate programs. If you plan on going straight into the PMI program, it is highly recommended that you get some practical experience first. That will prepare you much better for what is to come in terms of the Project Management Professional Certification Exam.

The Project Management Institute prepares students for the CPM exam by providing all the material needed to pass the certification test, as well as mock exams and study guides. They will help you through every step of the application process from application submission to taking the actual test. There are several great resources for learning how to manage projects, even those that don’t involve testing. With their extensive video library, a detailed study guide and online forums you will get the information you need to pass the CPM exam.