PMI Announces the Release of the Revised PMP Credential Exam
 
On October 31st, 2004, PMI released a new version (Third Edition) of the PMBOK® Guide. Release of this new edition will have significant impact on your upcoming PMP® Exam.
The New 2005 PMP® Exam Begins September 30, 2005!

Summary

In late March 2004, the Project Management Institute (PMI®) released an updated statement regarding upcoming changes to the PMP® exam, as well as a firm rollout timeline.

Critical dates and information detailed in the attached announcement below include:

  • Final day to submit PMP Exam 2004 applications - August 29, 2005
  • Final day to take the PMP Exam 2004 - September 24, 2005
  • First day PMP Exam 2005 can be taken - September 30, 2005
  • A "blackout period" for taking the exam - September 25 - 29, 2005
  • A policy for people who fail the old exam
  • Recommended prep materials for each exam

Announcement from PMI

The updated Project Management Professional (PMP®) credential examination (referred to as the "2005 Examination" for purposes of this communication) will deploy globally at 14.00 GMT on Friday, 30 September 2005. Five days prior, a "blackout" period (beginning on Sunday, 25 September 2005) will commence during which the PMP credential examination will be unavailable.

Because PMI cannot guarantee space at any test center, we strongly recommend that candidates apply early and schedule their examinations immediately upon receipt of their eligibility notice to ensure they can reserve a seat to test on the 2004 Examination.

Application and Scheduling

Applications to take the current PMP examination (referred to as the "2004 Examination" for purposes of this communication) will be accepted until Monday, 29 August 2005. Candidates submitting applications after 29 August will take the 2005 Examination. Candidates who do not receive a passing score on the 2004 Examination will be permitted to re-take the 2004 examination for a period of one year from the date of their last attempt; however, these will be the only candidates permitted to take the 2004 Examination after the release of the 2005 Examination.

Preparation for 2004 Examination

Candidates preparing for the 2004 Examination are encouraged to include A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide)-2000 Edition as one of their study references. Visit the PMI Bookstore for a suggested exam preparation resource pack.

Preparation for 2005 Examination

Candidates preparing for the 2005 Examination are encouraged to include A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide)-Third Edition as one of their study references.

Dates to Remember
29 August 2005 - Final day to submit applications to test on the 2004 Examination
24 September 2005 - Final day to test on the 2004 Examination
30 September 2005 - First day to test on the 2005 Examination

FOR MORE INFORMATION
 

See also PMBOK Third Edition Changes.

If you have questions, please feel free to contact the Portland Chapter of PMI at or visit www.pmi.org for additional information about certification.

   
 

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