Exam Details:
The PMI RMP (PMI Risk Management Professional) exam is a computer-based test that consists of 170 multiple-choice questions, with 20 of these questions being pre-test questions that are not scored. The exam has a four-hour time limit, and the passing score is determined by the PMI RMP Certification Exam passing score which is updated every year by PMI. As of 2023, the passing score is not publicly available.
The cost of the exam varies depending on your PMI membership status. Non-members pay $555 USD to take the exam, while PMI members pay $405 USD. If you need to retake the exam, the cost is $375 USD for PMI members and $475 USD for non-members. The exam is delivered in English and is available at Pearson VUE testing centers worldwide.
The exam format consists of questions based on scenarios that present realistic risk management situations. You will need to demonstrate your knowledge of risk management principles, concepts, and techniques, as well as your ability to apply them in practical situations. The exam includes questions on various topics, such as risk planning, risk identification, risk analysis, risk response planning, risk monitoring and control, and stakeholder engagement.
Exam Objectives:
The PMI RMP exam is designed to test your knowledge of risk management processes and principles. The exam objectives are as follows:
- Introduction to Risk Management
- Risk Management Planning
- Risk Identification
- Qualitative Risk Analysis
- Quantitative Risk Analysis
- Risk Response Planning
- Risk Monitoring and Control
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Other Risk Management Concepts
Related Books:
There are many books available to help you prepare for the PMI RMP exam. Some of the most popular books are:
- PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP) Exam Prep, Second Edition by Rita Mulcahy
- Project Risk Management: Processes, Techniques and Insights, Second Edition by Chris Chapman and Stephen Ward
- Effective Risk Management: Some Keys to Success by Edmund H. Conrow
- Risk Management in Projects, Third Edition by Martin Loosemore, et al.
- Risk Management for Project Driven Organizations: A Strategic Guide to Portfolio, Program and PMO Success by Andy Jordan
It is important to note that PMI does not endorse any specific study materials, and the books listed above are only a few examples of the many resources available to you. Other resources that may be helpful include online courses, practice exams, and study groups.