The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is one of the world's most recognised project management qualifications. This course, which is aligned to the PMBoK® Guide 8th Edition, prepares you for the latest PMP exam, helping you develop the delivery capabilities needed to manage projects successfully across predictive, agile and hybrid environments.
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PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)®
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Course overview
Develop advanced project leadership skills
The PMP course from ILX prepares experienced project professionals for the latest PMP exam while strengthening practical project management capability. You'll explore modern delivery approaches, strengthen decision-making, improve stakeholder engagement and gain techniques that can help you deliver greater value and support successful organisational outcomes.
Learning objectives
- Develop a shared project vision
- Lead and motivate project teams
- Resolve conflict effectively
- Engage and influence stakeholders
- Create integrated project plans
- Select predictive, agile or hybrid approaches
- Manage project finances and procurement
- Monitor quality and project performance
- Identify and respond to project risks
- Govern and close projects successfully
What you'll learn
You'll explore the latest PMP syllabus and build the knowledge required to lead projects in complex business environments. The course combines leadership, delivery and strategic topics, helping you apply project management principles confidently while preparing for the updated exam and the realities of modern project work.
Leading people
Learn how to create a shared vision, lead diverse teams, manage conflict, build trust, align stakeholder expectations and establish effective communication strategies that support collaboration and knowledge sharing throughout the project lifecycle.
Managing delivery
Discover how to develop integrated project plans, define scope, manage schedules, resources, procurement and finances, optimise quality and measure project progress to support successful value delivery.
Business environment
Understand how governance, compliance, organisational change, risk management and continuous improvement influence project success. You'll also explore how external business factors, sustainability and emerging technologies impact delivery decisions.
Modern ways of working
Examine predictive, agile and hybrid approaches and understand when to apply each. The course focuses on adapting delivery methods to different project environments, stakeholder needs and organisational objectives.
What's included
- Project Management Professional (PMP) training
- Digital delegate material*
- Product manual/handbook – PMBoK 8 (optional extra for eLearning)
- Tutor support
*Hardcopy also included for face-to-face classroom training
Key facts
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Who it’s for
Experienced project managers, programme managers, PMO professionals, Agile practitioners and senior professionals leading projects.
Prerequisites
Candidates must meet PMI eligibility requirements relating to education, project experience and 35 hours of project management training – full details in the FAQs.
Exam information
The four-hour exam includes 180 questions and 10 unscored pre-test questions with scenario-based and interactive question formats.
Optional extras
PMBoK Guide – 8th Edition available as an optional purchase with eLearning study option (comes as standard with classroom and live virtual classroom)
Pre-course
There is mandatory pre-course work is required for the instructor-led training as well as some evening work.
FAQs
Find answers to common questions about the PMP certification, exam requirements and course content to help you decide whether this qualification is right for your career goals.
What are the prerequisites for the PMP course and certification?
There are no formal prerequisites for attending the course itself, but you must meet PMI's eligibility requirements before you can apply to sit the PMP certification exam. These combine your level of education with your project management experience.
To be eligible, you must meet one of the following criteria:
- Secondary school qualification (such as GCSE/A Level equivalent or high school diploma) plus at least 60 months (5 years) of non-overlapping experience leading projects within the last 10 years.
- Associate degree, higher certificate or equivalent qualification plus at least 48 months (4 years) of project leadership experience within the last 10 years.
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) plus at least 36 months (3 years) of project leadership experience within the last 10 years.
- A bachelor's or postgraduate degree from a PMI Global Accreditation Center (GAC) accredited programme plus at least 24 months (2 years) of project leadership experience within the last 10 years.
You'll also need 35 hours of formal project management education, which this course provides upon successful completion. If you already hold an active CAPM® certification, PMI waives this 35-hour training requirement.
How many training hours does this course provide?
Completing this course provides the 35 contact hours of project management education required by PMI as part of the PMP application process, helping you satisfy an essential eligibility requirement.
Does PMP cover Agile project management?
Yes. The updated PMP syllabus covers predictive, agile and hybrid delivery approaches. Approximately 60% of the examination focuses on agile and hybrid methods, reflecting modern project environments.
What topics are covered on the PMP course?
The course covers three key domains: People, Process and Business Environment. Topics include stakeholder engagement, project planning, governance, risk management, quality, communication, value delivery and organisational change.
What are the criteria you need to meet to obtain an ILX completion certificate?
All aspects of the course must be completed.
Elearnng: Complete all modules of the elearning in full, exceeding the 35 hrs study time and pass the exam simulator.
Instructor led training: Complete all elements of the course including pre-course, full attendance in class and homework.
What our customers say
"Communications were prompt, from querying the course up to actually doing the course."
Jessica Eslava, Project Management Professional (PMP) delegate
"PMP online course offered by ILX Group is a must for every professional seeking to gain an edge in his current position or for a promotion. The course is well structured and organised in easy paced sections and complemented by interactive and intuitive short videos."
Gilbert Greich, Project Management Professional (PMP) delegate
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