Career Development Workshop  Topic: PMP/CAPM Certification Preparation Course

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For registration Click Here   Click here for Survey Class Schedules (5 days): Class - 1 Friday, Jun/25/2010 Class - 2 Friday,  July/9/2010 Class - 3 Friday,  July/16/2010 Class - 4 Friday,  July/23/2010 Class - 5 Friday, July/30/2010 Description: The Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is the most important credential a project manager can earn.  This workshop prepares you to submit your application, study for, and pass the PMP certification examination or the Certified Associate Project Manager (CAPM) examination based on the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Guide 4th Edition.  The workshop consists of 35 in-class hours and covers basic project management concepts and terminology as defined by PMI, focusing on the PMI project management process framework organized by five process groups and nine knowledge areas. Participants discuss the practical application of these project management processes in preparation for the PMP exam and practice answering questions similar to those they could encounter on the exam.  The workshop includes study tools, memory aids and test taking tips that will help you make the most of your study time. By attending this workshop, participants will Understand the PMI certification process and requirements Be able to evaluate their eligibility for certification as either CAPM or PMP Be able to file the appropriate application Be familiar with the PMI terminology, PMI project management concepts, process groups, and knowledge areas Build confidence by taking sample exams with questions similar to those found on the PMP/CAPM certification exam This workshop prepares you to achieve one of the most desired professional certifications in the industry. What are you waiting for?  About the Instructor:   Sonja Koppensteiner, M.S., Ph.D., PMP, founded InterGlobe Consulting LLC, where she develops and delivers project and program management solutions and trainings customized to clients needs within the US and Austria. Before she founded her company Sonja held multiple project management positions in the high tech industry, in Europe and in the Silicon Valley delivering products to multiple markets such as power utility market, ATE, Telecommunications, and EDA. Sonja has been a project management trainer since 2003 in the BayArea.   Cheryl Allen, M.S., PMP, is a project management consultant and trainer specializing in practical management processes for technology projects. She has more than 25 years of experience in a variety of application areas and has implemented project management processes and training for leading computer software and hardware manufacturers as well as government organizations and educational institutions.  In the program management arena, Ms. Allen worked with clients to establish a framework for program managers and executives to prioritize and track multiple projects and more effectively utilize scarce resources.

Professional Development Programs are designed to provide opportunities for members and non-members to maintain their certifications and work towards PMP certification. The events are also a great opportunity to network with peers and stay abreast of the latest in the Project Management discipline. The offered Professional Development Programs when combined with the other PMI Silicon Valley events and activities provide a comprehensive approach to professional and career development, networking, and personal achievement Host: Name: Anup Deshpande, PMP, CSM            Christine Benjamin Email: Contact Event Host PDU Info: 35.0 Category 3 Program Agenda: 08:30 AM - Sign In and Networking 09:00 AM - Training Starts 12:00 PM - Lunch Break 01:00 PM - Training Resumes 05:00 PM - Adjourn Food: Continental Breakfast and Coffee in the will be provided Plan Ahead Registration: (Before Registration Cutoff) Early Bird: (ends 6/14/2010)    Price PMISV member $589 Non-PMISV memer $629   Regular:   Price PMISV member $599 Non-PMISV memer $639   Chapter Guest (by invitation only) $0.00 At-the-Door Registration: A limited number of registrations can be accepted at the door on a first come, first served basis. Once this limit has been reached, the event will be closed to additional attendees. Please check with the host before coming.   Price PMISV member $629 Non-PMISV memer $669 (Only Check or Cash accepted) Checks are payable to "PMI Silicon Valley" Cancellation Policy: This event is a Professional Development Seminar for the benefit of its members. The Plan Ahead registration fee paid is based on the registrant's ability to commit to attendance, ahead of time. The Plan Ahead registration fee will not be refunded if called less than ten working days prior to the event (5:00 PM, Pacific). The PMI - Silicon Valley Chapter reserves the right to make last minute changes to program content and speakers, as circumstances dictate. Click here to request refund