Project Management and Change Articles

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Andre Malowney writing at a desk, working through project management reference texts and printed process diagrams

Practical thinking for project professionals

Articles on project delivery, governance, risk, predictive, Agile and hybrid practice, alongside a growing PMP® knowledge library for professionals preparing for the current exam.

What Is the PMP Exam Pass Rate, Really?

PMI stopped publishing a pass rate two decades ago. Here's what actually determines whether you pass, and what the widely quoted percentages are really measuring.

PMP Self-Study vs Bootcamp: Which Is Better?

Self-study and bootcamps promise the same certificate, but they close different gaps. The right choice depends on which one you actually have.

How Long Does It Actually Take to Study for the PMP?

The honest answer depends less on willpower than on where you're starting from. Here's what actually determines your PMP study timeline, and how to plan yours realistically.

CAPM Eligibility Requirements Explained

Most people assume every PMI credential demands years of project experience first. CAPM doesn't, and misunderstanding that keeps eligible candidates from applying.

PMP Eligibility Requirements: Do You Qualify?

Most pages ranking for "PMP eligibility requirements" are quoting rules PMI stopped using years ago. Here's what actually qualifies you today, checked against PMI's current criteria.

Is the PMP Exam Hard?

Candidates ask this before they've decided what "hard" actually means for the PMP. Here's what the exam is genuinely testing, and where most preparation goes wrong.