This book covers all three phases of the credential process--the PMI staff review, the multiple-choice exam, and the workplace competence evaluation--focusing on how to pass the rigorous PgMP exam. It includes more than 300 practice exam questions, and the CD-ROM features author-led video training, two practice exams, and an electronic copy of the book. About The Author: Joseph Phillips, PMP, Project+, is the director of education for Project Seminars, a project management training company. Table of Contents Part I: Program Management Framework Chapter 1. Earning the Program Management Professional (PgMP) Certification Chapter 2. Defining Program Management Chapter 3. Introducing the Program Life Cycle Part II: Program Management Process Chapter 4. Exploring Program Management Chapter 5. Initiating the Program Chapter 6. Working with Planning Processes Chapter 7. Executing the Program Chapter 8. Monitoring and Controlling the Program Chapter 9. Closing the Program Part III: Managing Projects and Programs Chapter 10. Program Knowledge Areas Chapter 11. Programs and Projects Part IV: Appendixes Appendix A. Understanding the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct Appendix B. Program and Project Documents Appendix C. PgMP Exam Passing Advice Appendix D. About the CD-ROM Glossary: Glossary of Key Terms Index
JOSEPH PHILLIPS, PMP is a project management consultant, instructor, and owner of Project Seminars, Inc. and Instructing.com. He is the author of several project management books, including PMP: Project Management Professional Study Guide and IT Project Management: On Track from Start to Finish.
One of the few (very few) preparation references for the PgMP exam. Although it is not even to the needed level, but for sure the only one I recommend to attendees of Program management workshops, and PgMP exam people.