Program Management Professional (PgMP) Practice Exam

The PgMP Certification is designed for program managers who exhibit leadership by managing multiple interconnected projects in a synchronized manner, resulting in benefits that would be unattainable if the projects were managed independently. Obtaining PgMP® certification validates this high level of proficiency, indicating that you possess the practical experience required to navigate complexity and align with strategic objectives effectively.

Who should take the exam?

Before submitting your application, ensure you fulfill one of the following requirements for PgMP Certification:

• A four-year College/University Degree and have either:
• 48 months of project management experience, or
• PMP certification, along with 48 months of program management experience within the last 15 years.

OR

• A high school diploma or Associate’s Degree and have either:
• 48 months of project management experience, or
• PMP certification, in addition to 84 months of program management experience within the last 15 years.

Exam Details

• Exam Name: Program Management Professional PGMP
• Exam Languages: English
• Exam Questions: 170 Questions
• Time Duration: 4 hours
• Exam Type: Professional

Program Management Professional  Exam Course Outline 

The Exam covers the given topics  - 

Domain 1: Understand Strategic Program Management 15%

• Identifying opportunities and benefits that achieve the organization’s strategic objectives through program implementation

Domain 2: Understand Program Life Cycle 44%

• Initiating. Defining the program and constituent projects, and obtaining agreement from stakeholders
• Planning. Defining program scope and developing the program, including all constituent projects, and all activities that occur within the program
• Executing. Performing work necessary to achieve the program’s objectives and deliver the program’s benefits
• Controlling. Monitoring progress, updating program plans as required, managing change and risk
• Closing. Finalizing all program activities, including all constituent projects, executing transition plan, archiving, obtaining approvals, and reporting

Domain 3: Learn about Benefits Management 11%

• Defining, creating, maximizing, and sustaining the benefits provided by programs

Domain 4: Understand Stakeholder Management 16%

• Capturing stakeholder needs and expectations, gaining and maintaining stakeholder support, and mitigating/channeling opposition

Domain 5: Learn about Governance 14%

• Establishing processes and procedures for maintaining proactive program management oversight and decision-making support for applicable policies and practices throughout the entire program life cycle