Session 4: Session 4 - Skills, ECO, PMI - SPM Books Learn more about PgMP® and PfMP® and the positive impact they may have on your professional career. Both PgMP® & PfMP® from PMI could help you achieve that elusive promotion or get you that golden ticket to joining your dream organization. The webinar will cover popular questions surrounding the certifications, the journey to obtain the certifications, the pathways to prepare, eligibility requirements, the application process, experience documentation, the audit process, exam information, fees, sample examination questions, and the standards involved. Webinar Registration Link: https://bit.ly/3Z7kzMl Session Dates: 08th September'23 / 06th October'23 / 03rd November'23 / 08th December'23 / 05th January'24 Session Timings: American Time Zones: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM (PDT) / 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM (MDT) / 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM (CDT) / 08:00 PM - 09:00 (EDT) / 09:00 PM - 10:00 PM (BRT) Asia Pacific / Oceania Time Zones: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM (SGT/MYT) / 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM (JST/KST) / 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM (ACST) / 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (AEST) / 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM (NZST) The session presenter, Mr.Dharam Singh, is an accomplished management professional with over 27 years of experience in the IT, Telecommunication, Government, Banking, and Insurance industries with a successful track record in managing large teams in a strongly customer-focused service environment and delivering complex multiple multi-million dollar projects. As on May 2023, he has contributed to the success of 454 global PgMP®s and 115 PfMP®s from 49 countries. Call us at U.S: +1 6502830123 email ID: info@vcareprojectmanagement.com For any questions related to Project Management career, training, and certifications, you can book an obligation free 15 minutes session with Dharam Singh, CEO, PgMP, PfMP, PMP, RMP, ACP, PBA, DASM, DASSM, PMI-ATP by visiting https://bit.ly/2SbhTOK You can subscribe to vCare Project Management YouTube Channel to catch future videos of our Q&A series and certification success stories: https://bit.ly/2YF0wJl You can subscribe and follow Dharam podcasts and interviews with Project Management Experts on YouTube at https://bit.ly/2NDY8wd Upcoming Online Mentoring Programs: PgMP® - http://bit.ly/2oBKQXQ PfMP® - http://bit.ly/39jOZSf LinkedIn Study Group: PgMP4U - http://bit.ly/2SBPwIp PfMP4U - http://bit.ly/31P7GKR PgMP Q&A series Playlist Link: https://bit.ly/2Yo7EvQ PfMP Q&A Series YouTube Playlist Link: https://bit.ly/3BORnPq E-Learning Programs: http://bit.ly/3b2HOid Books: http://bit.ly/2oypc6E

1. Everything You Should Know About
PgMP® & PfMP® Certifications
www.vcareprojectmanagement.com
vCare Project Management Session - 4
Dharam Singh

2. I am an accomplished management professional with over 27 years experience in the IT, Telecommunication, Government, Banking
and Insurance industries with a successful track record in managing large teams in a strongly customer focused service
environment and delivering complex and multiple multi-million dollar projects.
As on 31st August 2023, I have contributed to the success of 464 global PgMP®s from 51 countries. In 2022 alone, I have
contributed to the success of 74 PgMP®s, which is 12% of global PgMP®s for that year.
As on 31st August 2023, I have contributed to the success of 121 global PfMP®s from 26 countries. In 2022 alone, I have
contributed to the success of 25 PfMP®s, which is 13% of global PfMP®s for that year.
Former Board of Director, Certification Director and Company Secretary with PMI Sydney Chapter.
Winner of Global Training & Development Leadership Award, CHRO Asia, 25th World HRD Congress, Mumbai.
Delivered more than 100 PMP®, PfMP®, PgMP®, RMP®, ITIL®, PMI - ACP® and PRINCE2 training programs across various locations
in USA, Australia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Dubai, India, Singapore, Canada and Malaysia.
Founder of YiPEE Yoga (Yoga in Park for Extreme Energy) and voluntarily provides Yoga services to Communities since 2011.
Dharam Singh vCare Project Management
Founder & CEO,
Leading PgMP® & PfMP® Mentor
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3. SESSION - 4
PgMP® & PfMP® Certifications
Skills, Examination Content Outline,
PMI - Standard for Program/Portfolio Management Books
3

4. KEY TAKEAWAYS
Upcoming Session Roadmap
Session - 3 Recap Refresher
Do You Have a Trainer/Mentor
Skills in Program/Portfolio Management
Importance of Examination Content Outline (EC0)
PMI Standard for Program Management Book Analysis
PMI Standard for Portfolio Management Book Analysis
Which Domains to Focus Upon - Questions Split-Up
Dr. Ginger Levin Impact on PgMP® & PfMP® Certifications
PgMP® & PfMP® Latest Trends
Sample Exam Like Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
4

5. SESSION - 1
PgMP® & PfMP® Certifications
Know How,
Why PMI Certifications,
Eligibility,
Organizational Benefits,
Stats Analysis
5
https://youtu.be/H3ABhU512yU
RECAP

6. 6
SESSION - 2
PgMP® & PfMP® Certifications
Roles,
Application Process,
Panel Review,
Global-Country Wise Stats Analysis
RECAP
https://youtu.be/TT58gY1XZ_I

7. 7
SESSION - 3
PgMP® & PfMP® Certifications
Exam Fees,
Syllabus Analysis,
Exam Format,
Books & Supporting Materials
RECAP
https://youtu.be/M4yU4gdiEXw

8. 8
The PfMP® examination consists of 170 multiple-choice questions
Of the 170 questions, 20 are considered pretest questions
Pretest questions do not affect the score but are used in examinations as an
effective and legitimate way to test the validity of future examination questions
PfMP® Examination questions
150
No. of Scored
Questions
20
No. of Pretest
(Unscored)
Questions
170
Total
Examination
Questions
4 hrs
Allotted
Examination
Time

9. 9
The PgMP® examination consists of 170 multiple-choice questions
Of the 170 questions, 20 are considered pretest questions
Pretest questions do not affect the score but are used in examinations as an
effective and legitimate way to test the validity of future examination questions
PgMP® Examination questions
150
No. of Scored
Questions
20
No. of Pretest
(Unscored)
Questions
170
Total
Examination
Questions
4 hrs
Allotted
Examination
Time

10. 10
PfMP® Syllabus Analysis and Changes
Third Edition is referred for PfMP® Exam Even though Fourth Edition of The Standard for Portfolio
Management book is available in the market, effective
date for 4th edition based PfMP® exam is not announced

11. 11
PgMP® Syllabus Analysis and Changes
Fourth Edition is referred for PgMP® Exam The Standard for Program Management is currently undergoing
a revision to introduce additional principle-based content. Eight
principles have been included and elaborated in the updated
draft, namely Stakeholders, Benefits Realization, Synergy,
Teams of Teams, Change, Leadership, Risk and Governance.

12. 12
Individual with an advanced knowledge and Experience
Been there, done that – Helping you avoid major mistakes
Offer Constructive Criticism & Unbiased Opinion
Clear Focus on your Career growth
Motivation to push your boundaries
Trusted Advisor
Unwavering target on your Goals
Fresh Perspectives
Provides valuable Network
You Need a
Trainer & Mentor

13. 13
Do you have a mentor?
While self-study is possible, picking a good mentor can be key to
you success. Can expediate your PgMP® & PfMP® journey
Preferably pick someone who is a PgMP® & PfMP® and a PMI ATP
(Authorized Training Partner & Instructor)
Pick someone who is committed to your success
Don’t just look for price tag. In long run this can be a costly mistake
Watch / read testimonial from genuine people.
Check the lessons learned shared by successful certification stories
Check the content and deliverables

14. Nine Key Skills to Power up Your Program Management
14
Big Picture Thinking
and Selling the Vision
Superior Analytical Skills
Leadership and
Teambuilding
Communication
Influencing and
Negotiating
Conflict Resolution
Stakeholder
Management
Mastery of Program/Project
Tools and Techniques
Planning and Resource Management
Source: Ward, J. L. (2009). Power up your program management skills: gaining key proficiencies. Paper presented at PMI® Global Congress 2009—Asia Pacific, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Newtown Square, PA: Project Management Institute.

15. Seven Key Interpersonal Skills for Portfolio Managers
15
Leadership
Communications
Stakeholder Engagement
Motivation
Decision Making
Resolving Conflict and
Managing Agreement
Facilitation
Source: Levin, G. (2014). Moving up — Seven interpersonal skills for success as a portfolio manager. Paper presented at PMI® Global Congress 2014—North America, Phoenix, AZ. Newtown Square, PA: Project Management Institute.

16. Examination Content Outline (ECO)
Program Management Professional (PgMP)®
Examination Content Outline (ECO)
Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP)®
Examination Content Outline (ECO)
Defines the domains, Sub-domains, tasks, knowledge,
and skills required for a program manager
Free download from www.pmi.org
Defines the domains, Sub-domains, tasks, knowledge,
and skills required for a portfolio manager
Free download from www.pmi.org
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17. 17
PMI Standard for Program Management Book
The Standard for Program
Management Fourth Edition
(SPMv4)
Provides clear, complete, relevant information generally recognized
as good practices for most programs, most of the time.
Guide is a set of standard terminologies and guidelines for Program
Management.
Knowledge of this guide is necessary to understand the practical
implementation of Program Management.
Provides concepts and a representative program life cycle
Defines the standards for program management
The 4th version of this book was released in 2017.
It is principle-based, making it a powerful tool for a broad range of
organizations, regardless of project delivery approach.

18. 18
PMI Standard for Portoflio Management Book
The Standard for Portfolio
Management Third Edition
(SPMv3)
Five knowledge areas (Portfolio Strategic Management, Portfolio
Governance Management, Portfolio Performance Management, Portfolio
Communication Management, and Portfolio Risk Management)
Provides concepts and a representative portfolio life cycle
Defines the standards for portfolio management
Giving an overview of portfolio management with the roles and
responsibilities needed to make it work.

19. Total 100%
19
PgMP® Examination
Which Domains to Focus Upon - Questions Split-Up
Domain Percentage of Questions
Domain 1:Strategic Program Management (11 tasks)
Domain 2:Program Life Cycle (35 tasks)
Domain 3:Benefits Management (8 tasks)
Domain 4:Stakeholder Management (7 tasks)
Domain 5:Governance (11 tasks)
15%
44%
11%
16%
14%

20. Total 100%
20
PfMP® Examination
Domain Percentage of Questions
Domain 1:Strategic Alignment (8 tasks)
Domain 2:Governance (5 tasks)
Domain 3:Portfolio Performance (10 tasks)
Domain 4:Portfolio Risk Management (6 tasks)
Domain 5:Communications Management (6 tasks)
25%
20%
25%
15%
15%
Which Domains to Focus Upon - Questions Split-Up

21. In 2014, she won PMI’s Eric Jenett Award for her contributions to the field. She
received her doctoral degree from The George Washington University and won the
outstanding dissertation award.
She has over 50 years’ experience specializing in consulting and training in
portfolio and program management, organizational project management, change
management, and knowledge transfer.
After passing her PgMP® [ exam in June 2007, she became 2nd PgMP® in the world.
She is the author, editor, or co-author of 21 books and has a book series with Taylor
and Francis.
Since 1996, she works on her own in the project management field and is a PMI
active volunteer. Dr. Levin also is an Adjunct Professor in project management for
the University of Wisconsin-Platteville’s MSPM program and at the SKEMA Business
School in Lille, France in its doctoral program.
PMP®,PgMP®[secondintheworld]
A Pioneer to the Project, Program and Portfolio Community
Dr. Ginger Levin
Dr. Ginger Levin Impact on PgMP® & PfMP® Certifications
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22. My Mentor
It was her support and encouragement which made me try something new. I would like to dedicate my success to
her. Thanks Ginger. Ginger legacy continues....
She was my mentor, inspiration and guide. She always encouraged me to try something new.
I first met her in April 2009. As a Director/ Secretary of PMI Sydney, we invited her to conduct a PgMP®
Bootcamp. She analysed my profile and assisted me in filling my application. She worked hard with me and made
sure that I pass my PgMP® exam in my first attempt.
During the class, she announced that whoever become the first PgMP® from that batch, she will allow a license to
run PgMP® bootcamps. During my meeting with her during PMI North America Congress at Orlando in 2010, she
awarded me a license to conduct PgMP® bootcamp using her training material. After couple of years, she
encouraged me to write my own material.
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23. Year Wise
23
PgMP® & PfMP® Stats Analysis
PgMP® - 4847 | PfMP® - 1538
Source: PMI, As on 31st August 2023
vCare PgMP® - 464 | vCare PfMP® - 121

24. 24
Global PgMP®PfMP® Year Wise Stats Analysis
2020 to 2023
Source: PMI, As on 31st August 2023
2020 2021 2022 2023
750
500
250
0
334
432
616
154
215 12%
Global PgMP®s
from vCare, 2022
13%
Global PfMP®s
from vCare, 2022
Year - 2020 To 2023
No.
of
Certified
Professioals
PfMP®s
PgMP®s
737*
1538
4847
192*
Global PgMP®s Global PgMP®s
186

25. Sample Exam Like Questions
a. b. c. d.
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26. Project management & Program management follow
similar life cycle
Project management is distinct whereas Program
management lifecycle is cyclic
Program Management lifecycle can be mixture of Project
management & operational management life cycle
Program Management lifecycle is wider than Project
Management lifecycle
a.
b.
c.
d.
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Which statement is true about
Project & Program management:

27. Which statement is true about
Project & Program management:
Project management & Program management follow
similar life cycle
Project management is distinct whereas Program
management lifecycle is cyclic
Program Management lifecycle can be mixture of Project
management & operational management life cycle
Program Management lifecycle is wider than Project
Management lifecycle
a.
b.
c.
d.
27

28. Who are least likely to be a part of the
Stakeholder group in your program?
Customer
Sponsor
PMO
All C-Level Executives of Organization
(CEO, COO, CFO, CIO, CTO)
a.
b.
c.
d.
28

29. Who are least likely to be a part of the
Stakeholder group in your program?
Customer
Sponsor
PMO
All C-Level Executives of Organization
(CEO, COO, CFO, CIO, CTO)
a.
b.
c.
d.
29

30. Your Senior Manager, who is also the sponsor, is very particular
about using Portfolio Management Information system (PMIS) for
all portfolio component. Basically PMIS is primarily used for?
To store all project, program & portfolio documents
and provide central control
To store portfolio management artefacts
To store portfolio management office (PMO) deliverables
To store all project related documents and
provide central control
a.
b.
c.
d.
30

31. Your Senior Manager, who is also the sponsor, is very particular
about using Portfolio Management Information system (PMIS) for
all portfolio component. Basically PMIS is primarily used for?
To store all project, program & portfolio documents
and provide central control
To store portfolio management artefacts
To store portfolio management office (PMO) deliverables
To store all project related documents and
provide central control
a.
b.
c.
d.
31

32. As a portfolio manager which project
will you select?
Cost $1M and benefit $5M
Cost $1.5M and benefit $7M
Cost $0.75M and benefit $5M
Cost $1.9M and benefit $5.9M
a.
b.
c.
d.
32

33. As a portfolio manager which project
will you select?
Cost $1M and benefit $5M
Cost $1.5M and benefit $7M
Cost $0.75M and benefit $5M
Cost $1.9M and benefit $5.9M
a.
b.
c.
d.
33

34. 34

35. What metrics do you review to
measure program success?
35

36. Why is change management critical
for this role of program
management?
36

37. Do you leverage a code of ethics
that enable you to be a better
program manager?
37

38. SESSION - 5
PgMP® & PfMP® Certifications
How to Pass PgMP® & PfMP®
in first attempt?
38

39. SESSION - 5
AGENDA
Sample Exam Like Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Upcoming Session Roadmap
Session - 4 Recap Refresher
Important of PMBOK Sixth Edition
PgMP® Exam Test Format & Type of Questions Asked
PgMP® Exam Test Format & Type of Questions Asked
How to check if you are ready for PgMP® & PfMP® exam?
What should you do to prepare for your PgMP® & PfMP® exam?
How to stay positive and pass your exam in your first attempt?
Test Taking Suggestions
PgMP® & PfMP® Latest Trends
06 Oct'23
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40. UPCOMING
SESSIONS Session 5: 06 October'23
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Session 7: 08 December'23
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07:00 PM - 08:00 PM (CDT) / 08:00 PM - 09:00 PM (EDT)
09:00 PM - 10:00 PM (BRT)
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM (SGT/MYT) / 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM (JST/KST)
09:30 AM - 10:30 AM (ACST) / 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (AEST)
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM (NZST)
North American Time Zones
Asia Pacific / Oceania Time Zones
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41. dharam@vcareprojectmanagement.com
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Registered Address:
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