PMI Training in Cedar Rapids

This instructor-led, live training in Cedar Rapids (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level business analysts who wish to learn the tools and techniques of business analysis and to prepare for the PMI-PBA exam for government.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the tools, techniques, and practices of business analysis as outlined by PMI.
• Demonstrate mastery of the five domains of business analysis.
• Develop practical skills for identifying stakeholder needs, managing requirements, and ensuring successful project outcomes in public sector environments.
• Understand the PMI-PBA certification process and effectively prepare for the certification exam.

CAPM® stands for Certified Associate in Project Management.

The Project Management Institute’s (PMI) Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® is a valuable entry-level certification for project practitioners. Designed for individuals with limited or no project experience, the CAPM® demonstrates a foundational understanding of the key knowledge, terminology, and processes essential for effective project management.

Whether you are new to project management or already serving as a subject matter expert on project teams, the CAPM can help set your career on the right path or advance it to the next level.

The PMP® / CAPM® certification is issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI), which is the world’s leading association of Project Management Professionals.

BENEFITS OF BEING A CAPM

• Recognized Expertise: The PMP® / CAPM® certification, provided by PMI, the leading association of Project Management Professionals, is globally recognized and respected. With a 12% annual increase in the number of PMP® / CAPM® certifications, they have become the de facto industry standard for project managers.
• Better Job Opportunities: The PMP® / CAPM® certification highlights your expertise in project management to current and potential employers, indicating that you possess a solid foundation of project management knowledge that can be immediately applied in the workplace.
• Prestigious Membership: By earning the PMP® / CAPM® certification, you will become a member of one of the most prestigious professional groups. Your name will be listed among the largest and most respected group of certified Project Management Professionals.
• Increase Salary: It has been observed that project managers with the PMP® / CAPM® certification earn higher salaries compared to their counterparts without the certification.
• Global Recognition: The PMP® / CAPM® certification is endorsed by leading companies, which often encourage their project managers to obtain this certification for government and private sector projects.

For further information regarding the benefits of the PMP® / CAPM® certification, please visit www.pmi.org.

ABOUT PMI

The Project Management Institute (PMI) is a leading not-for-profit professional association for project management. PMI supports over half a million members in 170 countries worldwide.

PMI members include individuals practicing and studying project management across various industry sectors.

PMI has established itself as the premier professional association in project management. More details can be found at www.pmi.org.

The PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) examination is designed for project management professionals who are currently using or intend to implement agile methodologies within their organizations. This certification confirms that the individual has practical experience managing agile projects and is knowledgeable about various subsets of the agile methodology, including Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and others.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will receive the materials, knowledge, and practice necessary to prepare for the PMI-ACP examination. This course is tailored to align with public sector workflows and governance, ensuring that professionals are well-equipped to apply agile practices effectively in their roles for government.

Audience

• Project managers
• Program managers
• Project leads
• Other team members involved in agile projects

Govtra offers training to prepare for the Project Management Professional (PMP®) exam. Each participant receives a certificate of completion after 35 hours of PMP-Prep training.

Target Audience:

• Experienced project managers who wish to enhance their qualifications and achieve international recognition through the prestigious Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification
• Less experienced project managers and team members seeking to expand their knowledge and skills in project management
• Middle and senior managers looking to broaden their competencies in managing and supervising projects
• Individuals with project management experience who aim to improve their competencies

Training Objectives:

• Comprehensive preparation for obtaining the Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification through systematic knowledge organization and familiarization with PMP® exam specifics
• Fulfillment of the formal requirement for PMP® exam eligibility, which includes earning 35 contact hours
• Introduction to project management practices, techniques, and tools

Form of Classes:

• Presentations on key project management topics
• Questions and quizzes related to PMP® exam content
• Sample questions in the style of the PMP® certification exam, followed by detailed analysis

This course is designed to equip participants with the skills necessary to plan, manage, and control project risks for government. Attendees will gain the knowledge needed to develop comprehensive project risk management plans, identify potential risks, analyze these risks both qualitatively and quantitatively using various practical techniques, and devise effective response strategies. Additionally, they will learn all the essential tools and techniques required to successfully pass the PMI-RMP® (Risk Management Professional) certification exam.