This plan is tailored for 3 months (12 weeks), assuming you dedicate around 2-3 hours per day to study. It incorporates the Pomodoro Technique for focused learning sessions and Ebbinghaus Forgetting Curve principles for systematic review to ensure long-term retention.

Learning Goals

1. Understand and Master PMP Domains:

   • People (42% of the exam content).
   • Process (50% of the exam content).
   • Business Environment (8% of the exam content).

2. Familiarize Yourself with PMP Exam Structure:

   • 180 questions in 230 minutes.
   • Question types include scenario-based, formula-based, and theoretical questions.

3. Achieve Full Retention and Exam Confidence:

   • Focus on active recall, practice questions, and regular revision using the Forgetting Curve.
   • Apply Pomodoro Sessions for high focus and reduced mental fatigue.

Study Tools and Resources

1. PMBOK Guide (7th Edition): Core reference material.
2. Agile Practice Guide: Essential for agile-related questions.
3. Flashcards: For key terms, processes, formulas, and definitions.
4. Mock Exams and Practice Questions: Simulated PMP tests.
5. Pomodoro Timer App: Use apps like Focus To-Do or Forest.
6. Notebook or Digital Tool: For notes, reflections, and progress tracking.

Week 1: Manage Conflict and Lead a Team

Weekly Goals

1. Understand conflict management techniques and their application.
2. Learn leadership styles, emotional intelligence, and motivation theories.
3. Complete 100+ practice questions focused on conflict resolution and leadership.

Day 1: Introduction to Conflict Management

Tasks:

1. Read 1.1 Manage Conflict from the PMBOK Guide. Understand conflict sources: competing priorities, personality clashes, and role misunderstandings.
2. Write notes summarizing the causes of conflict. Use real-world examples to make the concepts relatable.
3. Study conflict resolution techniques (Collaborating, Compromising, Forcing, Smoothing, Withdrawing).
4. Use flashcards to memorize each resolution technique. Write down the advantages, disadvantages, and best-use scenarios.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Read and take notes on conflict management.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create flashcards for conflict resolution techniques.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review flashcards and practice 10 questions.

Evening Review:

• Spend 15 minutes summarizing what you learned without looking at notes (active recall).

Day 2: Deep Dive into Conflict Resolution Techniques

Tasks:

1. Revisit the conflict resolution techniques you studied yesterday.
2. Create a decision matrix or mind map showing when to use each technique.
3. Practice scenario-based questions: Solve 15 questions on conflict management. Analyze incorrect answers to understand why.
4. Write reflections for each question you got wrong (e.g., “Why did I choose this answer? What concept did I miss?”).

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Solve practice questions and analyze mistakes.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review decision matrix for conflict techniques.
• 1 Pomodoro: Active recall – recite techniques from memory.

Evening Review:

• Quiz yourself for 10 minutes using the flashcards.

Day 3: Leadership Styles

Tasks:

1. Read 1.2 Lead a Team and take notes on leadership styles:
   • Transformational, Servant, Transactional, and Situational Leadership.
2. Write 1–2 examples for each leadership style based on real-life or work scenarios.
3. Learn emotional intelligence (EI): Self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and social skills.
4. Solve 15 questions on leadership styles and emotional intelligence.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study leadership styles and emotional intelligence concepts.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions on leadership styles.
• 1 Pomodoro: Summarize and write reflections on EI components.

Evening Review:

• Recap leadership styles and examples from memory.

Day 4: Team Motivation and Maslow’s Theory

Tasks:

1. Study motivation theories:
   • Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory, McClelland’s Achievement Theory.
2. Create a diagram for Maslow’s hierarchy, describing each level and its relevance in team management.
3. Write notes on how each theory applies to project management scenarios.
4. Practice 15 questions on team motivation and leadership scenarios.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study and create diagrams for motivation theories.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Active recall – summarize the three theories in your own words.

Evening Review:

• Spend 10–15 minutes reviewing your notes and flashcards.

Day 5: Application of Conflict and Leadership Concepts

Tasks:

1. Solve a 30-question mini-test covering conflict management, leadership styles, emotional intelligence, and motivation theories.
2. Review each question thoroughly, paying attention to your mistakes and writing notes on areas you still struggle with.
3. Reflect: Write down 3–5 key takeaways or areas to revisit.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 3 Pomodoros: Take the mini-test and review answers.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a list of weak areas and plan to revisit them.

Evening Review:

• Spend 10 minutes reciting key concepts like conflict techniques, leadership styles, and Maslow’s theory.

Day 6: Weekly Revision and Practice

Tasks:

1. Review all notes, flashcards, and diagrams created this week.
2. Revisit concepts you struggled with in the mini-test.
3. Retake 10–15 questions focused on weak areas.
4. Spend 30 minutes summarizing the week’s learning in a notebook.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Review notes and flashcards.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve targeted practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Summarize the week’s learning.

Day 7: Weekly Mock Test and Reflection

Tasks:

1. Take a 40-question weekly mock test on People Domain topics (1.1 and 1.2).
2. Analyze your performance:
   • Identify strong areas and weak areas.
   • Write reflections on incorrect answers and revise those topics.
3. Plan for Week 2: List topics and questions to focus on during the upcoming week.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 3 Pomodoros: Take the mock test.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review incorrect answers and revise notes.

Weekly Goals Completed:

1. Understand conflict resolution techniques and leadership styles.
2. Master emotional intelligence and motivation theories.
3. Solve over 100 practice questions.

Week 2: Support Team Performance and Empower Teams

Weekly Goals

1. Master performance management, including setting goals, providing feedback, and evaluating success.
2. Learn team empowerment techniques, including delegation, accountability, and development of competencies.
3. Understand the Tuckman Team Development Model and practical team-building methods.
4. Complete 100+ practice questions on team performance, empowerment, and development.

Day 1: Performance Management Fundamentals

Tasks:

1. Read about performance management processes from the PMBOK Guide. Focus on:
   • Setting clear performance goals (SMART goals).
   • Measuring success using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
   • Conducting regular feedback sessions.
2. Write detailed notes on the SMART framework (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-Bound).
3. Review how to conduct effective performance reviews and give constructive feedback. Write 2 real-world examples of feedback sessions.
4. Practice 10 questions focused on performance management and goal-setting.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Read and take notes on performance management processes.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create examples and study SMART goals.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and analyze mistakes.

Evening Review:

• Spend 10 minutes summarizing how to set SMART goals and measure KPIs.

Day 2: Team Performance Techniques

Tasks:

1. Study how performance reviews identify strengths and weaknesses in team members. Write notes on how to create improvement plans for individuals.
2. Learn tools to monitor team performance, such as:
   • Productivity reports, peer reviews, and task completion charts.
3. Watch videos or tutorials on feedback techniques and active coaching strategies. Write key insights from the materials.
4. Solve 15 questions related to evaluating and improving team performance. Reflect on incorrect answers.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study team performance monitoring tools and methods.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a coaching/mentoring improvement plan example.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and review mistakes.

Evening Review:

• Recite the steps to improve team performance and review flashcards on performance techniques.

Day 3: Team Empowerment Strategies

Tasks:

1. Read about team empowerment techniques:
   • Delegating authority.
   • Providing access to tools and resources.
   • Fostering accountability and trust.
2. Write notes with examples for each empowerment technique. Include when and how to delegate effectively.
3. Learn the importance of providing training and development opportunities to improve team skills and morale.
4. Practice 15 questions on delegation and empowerment techniques.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study empowerment techniques and create examples.
• 1 Pomodoro: Write a short scenario describing successful delegation.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and analyze mistakes.

Evening Review:

• Spend 15 minutes practicing active recall for empowerment strategies and delegation best practices.

Day 4: Tuckman’s Team Development Model

Tasks:

1. Study the Tuckman Team Development Model:
   • Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, Adjourning.
2. Create a detailed diagram illustrating the 5 stages. Include the team’s behavior and leadership strategies for each phase.
3. Write real-world scenarios describing how teams transition through these stages. Reflect on how you, as a project manager, can facilitate progression to the Performing stage.
4. Solve 15 questions on Tuckman’s Model and team-building activities.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study and create a diagram for Tuckman’s stages.
• 1 Pomodoro: Write scenarios and examples.
• 1 Pomodoro: Practice questions focused on team development.

Evening Review:

• Recite the 5 stages of the Tuckman model and their characteristics.

Day 5: Team Building and RACI Chart

Tasks:

1. Study team-building strategies such as workshops, team bonding exercises, and conflict resolution exercises. Write down 3–4 examples of team-building activities.
2. Learn to use the RACI chart (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed) to define roles and responsibilities within the team.
3. Create a sample RACI chart for a small project or a team task list.
4. Practice 15 questions on team building and role assignment concepts.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study team-building activities and RACI charts.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a sample RACI chart.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and analyze results.

Evening Review:

• Review your RACI chart and flashcards for team-building strategies.

Day 6: Weekly Review and Reinforcement

Tasks:

1. Review all notes, diagrams, and flashcards for the week:
   • SMART goals, KPIs, empowerment strategies, Tuckman’s Model, and RACI charts.
2. Solve 20–25 mixed practice questions on People Domain topics studied this week.
3. Write down 3–5 key takeaways from the week’s study. Identify weak areas to revisit.
4. Spend time reciting key concepts from memory (active recall).

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Review notes and diagrams.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve mixed practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Summarize key learning points in your notebook.

Evening Review:

• Use 10–15 minutes to reflect on what you’ve learned and ensure all weak areas are clarified.

Day 7: Weekly Mock Test and Reflection

Tasks:

1. Take a 40-question weekly mock test focused on:
   • Team performance, empowerment, team development, and RACI charts.
2. Review each incorrect question thoroughly and identify weak areas. Write reflections on why you missed those questions.
3. Plan for Week 3 by listing the topics and tasks you will focus on in the coming days.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 3 Pomodoros: Complete the weekly mock test.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review mistakes and revise notes.

End of Week 2 Goals

1. Understand performance management, SMART goals, and KPIs.
2. Master team empowerment techniques and role delegation using RACI charts.
3. Know the Tuckman Team Development Model and team-building strategies.
4. Solve 100+ practice questions and score at least 75–80% in the weekly mock test.

Week 3: Support Stakeholders and Build a Team

Weekly Goals

1. Master stakeholder collaboration strategies, communication methods, and engagement techniques.
2. Learn resource allocation techniques, role assignments, and team-building activities.
3. Understand how to address and remove project impediments, obstacles, and blockers.
4. Complete 100+ practice questions on stakeholder management, team-building strategies, and resolving team challenges.

Day 1: Stakeholder Identification and Engagement

Tasks:

1. Study stakeholder management concepts from the PMBOK Guide:
   • Identify stakeholders, their interests, and influence levels.
   • Learn to categorize stakeholders using the Power-Interest Grid.
2. Write a detailed note on stakeholder engagement strategies, including collaboration, communication, and negotiation.
3. Create an example Power-Interest Grid for a small project, showing where key stakeholders fall in terms of power and interest.
4. Solve 15 practice questions on stakeholder analysis and engagement.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study stakeholder management and create the Power-Interest Grid.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions on stakeholder identification.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review mistakes and clarify doubts.

Evening Review:

• Spend 15 minutes summarizing stakeholder management and engagement strategies.

Day 2: Effective Communication Methods

Tasks:

1. Review the three types of communication:
   • Push Communication (emails, reports).
   • Pull Communication (repositories, shared documents).
   • Interactive Communication (meetings, calls).
2. Create a table comparing the communication methods, when to use them, and their advantages/disadvantages.
3. Write a stakeholder communication plan: Who needs to receive information, what type of information, and how often.
4. Solve 15 questions focusing on communication methods and planning.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study communication methods and create comparison notes.
• 1 Pomodoro: Write a stakeholder communication plan.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions.

Evening Review:

• Recite the types of communication and their use cases.

Day 3: Resource Management and Role Assignment

Tasks:

1. Study how to use tools like:
   • Resource Calendars: Identify team member availability.
   • RACI Charts: Define roles and responsibilities.
2. Practice creating a RACI chart for a sample project, assigning Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed roles.
3. Study resource optimization techniques:
   • Resource Leveling: Balance workloads.
   • Resource Smoothing: Adjust resource allocation without changing project schedules.
4. Solve 15 practice questions related to resource allocation and optimization.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study resource management tools (RACI, leveling, smoothing).
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a sample RACI chart.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and review mistakes.

Evening Review:

• Reflect on the differences between resource leveling and smoothing.

Day 4: Addressing Impediments and Obstacles

Tasks:

1. Study techniques to identify, prioritize, and resolve obstacles in projects:
   • Use an Issue Register to log blockers.
   • Analyze root causes of obstacles using the 5 Whys or Fishbone Diagrams.
2. Write down examples of common project impediments, such as resource shortages, scope disagreements, or technical challenges.
3. Practice solving project obstacle scenarios:
   • Identify the root cause.
   • Propose a solution or mitigation strategy.
4. Solve 15 practice questions related to issue resolution and blockers.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study techniques to identify and resolve obstacles.
• 1 Pomodoro: Write examples and practice root cause analysis.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions.

Evening Review:

• Recite the steps for identifying and resolving project obstacles.

Day 5: Team-Building Activities and Collaboration Techniques

Tasks:

1. Study team-building strategies:
   • Workshops, team bonding activities, and conflict resolution exercises.
2. Learn methods for improving team collaboration and morale, including:
   • Regular check-ins, team retrospectives, and feedback sessions.
3. Write down examples of team-building activities for different team scenarios (e.g., virtual teams, new teams).
4. Solve 15 practice questions related to team-building and team collaboration.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study team-building strategies and create examples.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review collaboration techniques and write reflections.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions.

Evening Review:

• Spend 10 minutes summarizing team-building activities and examples.

Day 6: Weekly Revision and Targeted Practice

Tasks:

1. Review all notes, diagrams, and flashcards for the week:
   • Stakeholder engagement strategies, communication methods, resource management, and team-building activities.
2. Retake 20–30 practice questions on topics you struggled with earlier in the week.
3. Spend time practicing active recall: Summarize concepts like stakeholder analysis, RACI charts, and resource leveling without looking at notes.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Review notes and solve targeted practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Summarize learning through active recall.
• 1 Pomodoro: Identify weak areas to focus on during the weekly test.

Day 7: Weekly Mock Test and Reflection

Tasks:

1. Take a 40-question mock test covering all topics from the week:
   • Stakeholder management, communication planning, resource allocation, addressing obstacles, and team-building.
2. Analyze test results:
   • Identify areas where mistakes occurred.
   • Write notes on what concepts to revisit.
3. Spend 1 hour revising your weak areas using notes and flashcards.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 3 Pomodoros: Complete the weekly mock test.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review mistakes and revise weak areas.

End of Week 3 Goals

1. Master stakeholder management, communication planning, and collaboration techniques.
2. Confidently use resource management tools, including RACI charts and resource optimization.
3. Solve 100+ practice questions with at least 75–80% accuracy.
4. Strengthen knowledge through active recall and mock test analysis.

Week 4: Address and Remove Impediments, Communication, and Stakeholder Engagement

Weekly Goals

1. Master techniques to address and remove obstacles, blockers, and impediments.
2. Deepen understanding of effective communication strategies and stakeholder engagement.
3. Learn methods for documenting and resolving project issues systematically.
4. Complete 100+ practice questions covering all People Domain topics.
5. Take a full People Domain mock test to solidify readiness and assess performance.

Day 1: Identify and Document Project Issues

Tasks:

1. Study project issues and blockers:
   • Learn the importance of early issue identification.
   • Understand the use of an Issue Register to log problems, including:
     • Description of the issue.
     • Priority (high, medium, low).
     • Ownership (who resolves it).
     • Status (open, in progress, resolved).
2. Write notes on tools for analyzing the root causes of issues:
   • 5 Whys Analysis: Ask "Why?" repeatedly to trace the root cause.
   • Fishbone Diagram (Ishikawa): Categorize causes into themes like People, Process, Tools, and Environment.
3. Create a sample Issue Register for a small project, filling in at least 3 example issues.
4. Solve 15 practice questions focused on project issue management.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study issue identification techniques and tools.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create an Issue Register and apply the 5 Whys analysis.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and review mistakes.

Evening Review:

• Recite the key components of an Issue Register and the steps for resolving project blockers.

Day 2: Addressing and Removing Impediments

Tasks:

1. Study techniques for addressing project impediments:
   • Prioritization of blockers based on urgency and impact.
   • Collaboration with team members and stakeholders to resolve obstacles.
2. Write detailed notes on preventive vs. corrective actions:
   • Preventive: Steps taken to reduce risks before they occur.
   • Corrective: Fixes applied to resolve existing issues.
3. Review the role of a project manager in escalating significant obstacles to sponsors or senior management.
4. Solve 15 practice questions focusing on resolving blockers and identifying root causes.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study impediment resolution techniques and preventive actions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Write real-world scenarios illustrating how blockers are resolved.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and review weak areas.

Evening Review:

• Recap the difference between preventive and corrective actions through active recall.

Day 3: Effective Communication Techniques

Tasks:

1. Review communication methods (push, pull, interactive):
   • Write a table comparing when to use each method.
   • Add practical examples (e.g., interactive meetings for decision-making).
2. Study how to monitor communication effectiveness through:
   • Feedback loops to ensure message clarity.
   • Adjusting communication plans based on stakeholder needs.
3. Create a sample Communication Management Plan:
   • List the stakeholders, their communication preferences, frequency, and channels.
4. Solve 15 practice questions focused on communication planning and monitoring.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study communication methods and effectiveness monitoring.
• 1 Pomodoro: Develop a sample Communication Management Plan.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve communication-related practice questions.

Evening Review:

• Recap the three communication methods and when to apply them.

Day 4: Stakeholder Collaboration and Engagement

Tasks:

1. Review stakeholder collaboration techniques:
   • Identify their expectations, analyze their needs, and manage engagement.
   • Learn strategies to foster trust and address concerns (e.g., regular check-ins, feedback loops).
2. Study tools for categorizing stakeholders:
   • Power-Interest Grid: Categorize stakeholders into quadrants (High Power/High Interest, etc.).
3. Write a stakeholder engagement scenario:
   • Create a scenario where you collaborate with a disengaged stakeholder to build their support.
4. Solve 15 questions on stakeholder engagement strategies.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study stakeholder collaboration and create a Power-Interest Grid.
• 1 Pomodoro: Write a scenario showcasing engagement techniques.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and analyze results.

Evening Review:

• Spend 15 minutes summarizing how to engage stakeholders effectively.

Day 5: Team Communication and Motivation Review

Tasks:

1. Review previously learned topics:
   • Conflict resolution techniques (Collaborate, Compromise).
   • Communication strategies and tools (Push, Pull, Interactive).
   • Motivation theories: Maslow, Herzberg, and McClelland.
2. Create a mind map summarizing these key People Domain concepts.
3. Solve 20 practice questions on mixed topics from the People Domain.
4. Reflect on mistakes and revisit concepts that still need improvement.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Summarize notes and create a mind map for review.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve mixed practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review incorrect answers and refine weak areas.

Evening Review:

• Spend 10–15 minutes reciting concepts aloud to strengthen active recall.

Day 6: Weekly Review and Targeted Practice

Tasks:

1. Review all notes, flashcards, and mind maps from Weeks 1–4.
2. Focus on weak areas identified from previous practice questions and notes.
3. Retake 20–30 practice questions on topics you struggled with earlier in the week.
4. Spend time summarizing concepts such as stakeholder management, communication plans, and team-building activities.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Review notes and flashcards.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve targeted practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Summarize areas of improvement and make notes for the weekly mock test.

Evening Review:

• Recap the entire People Domain using notes and flashcards.

Day 7: Full People Domain Mock Test and Reflection

Tasks:

1. Take a 70-question full-length mock test covering all topics from the People Domain.
2. Analyze your results:
   • Identify the areas where mistakes occurred.
   • Write down key learnings and clarify any doubts using your notes or PMBOK Guide.
3. Spend 1 hour revising your weak areas and reviewing flashcards for reinforcement.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 3 Pomodoros: Complete the full mock test under exam conditions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review incorrect answers and clarify weak areas.

End of Week 4 Goals

1. Solidify your understanding of People Domain topics: conflict management, stakeholder engagement, communication methods, and team-building.
2. Successfully complete a full-length People Domain mock test with a target score of 80% or higher.
3. Address and clarify all weak areas identified during practice tests.
4. Ensure you are confident in solving scenario-based questions related to People Domain.

Week 5: Execute Project with Urgency and Manage Communication (Process Domain: Part 1)

Weekly Goals

1. Understand project execution techniques to deliver business value efficiently.
2. Master communication planning and effective communication methods (push, pull, interactive).
3. Learn how to prioritize tasks and critical project activities (e.g., Critical Path Method - CPM).
4. Solve 100+ practice questions focusing on execution, communication, and task prioritization.

Day 1: Execute Projects with the Urgency to Deliver Business Value

Tasks:

1. Study the concept of business value and its importance:
   • Understand ROI (Return on Investment), cost savings, competitive advantage, and customer satisfaction.
   • Write notes with examples showing how project tasks align with business goals.
2. Learn techniques for prioritizing critical tasks to ensure timely delivery, including:
   • Critical Path Method (CPM): Identify the project’s critical activities and dependencies.
   • Fast-Tracking: Perform activities in parallel to save time.
   • Crashing: Add extra resources to shorten activity durations.
3. Draw a simple CPM diagram to practice identifying critical paths.
4. Solve 15 practice questions related to task prioritization, CPM, and business value delivery.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study business value concepts and CPM techniques.
• 1 Pomodoro: Practice drawing a CPM diagram with a sample project scenario.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and review mistakes.

Evening Review:

• Recap business value concepts and CPM definitions through active recall.

Day 2: Align Tasks with Business Value

Tasks:

1. Write examples of tasks that contribute directly to business goals (e.g., improving efficiency, cutting costs).
2. Learn how to track progress toward delivering business value:
   • Use tools like Earned Value Management (EVM) to measure project performance.
     • Key formulas: Cost Performance Index (CPI), Schedule Performance Index (SPI).
3. Solve numerical practice questions involving EVM to calculate project progress.
4. Study real-world project scenarios where prioritization ensured the delivery of key business value.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study EVM concepts and write business value examples.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve EVM numerical questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review mistakes and reinforce EVM formulas.

Evening Review:

• Spend 15 minutes reciting EVM formulas (CPI, SPI, etc.) and their applications.

Day 3: Communication Management Planning

Tasks:

1. Study the Communication Management Plan:
   • Learn its components: Stakeholder communication needs, frequency, format, and methods (push, pull, interactive).
2. Write an example communication plan for a project:
   • Define who needs what information, how often, and in which format (e.g., reports, emails, meetings).
3. Learn how to monitor communication effectiveness using stakeholder feedback and status reports.
4. Solve 15 questions on communication management plans and communication types.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study the components of the Communication Management Plan.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a sample communication plan for a project.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve communication-related practice questions.

Evening Review:

• Recap the key elements of a Communication Management Plan without looking at your notes.

Day 4: Effective Communication Techniques

Tasks:

1. Study communication methods (Push, Pull, and Interactive):
   • Write detailed notes on when and why to use each communication type.
   • Add practical examples for each method (e.g., reports for push communication, team meetings for interactive).
2. Practice communication scenarios:
   • Analyze examples and determine the best communication method to use.
3. Solve 15 practice questions on communication methods and effectiveness monitoring.
4. Reflect on how ineffective communication can cause project delays or stakeholder disengagement.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study communication methods and write examples.
• 1 Pomodoro: Practice analyzing communication scenarios.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and review mistakes.

Evening Review:

• Recite communication methods and their examples aloud for 10–15 minutes.

Day 5: Monitor and Improve Communication Effectiveness

Tasks:

1. Study tools for monitoring communication effectiveness:
   • Stakeholder feedback loops.
   • Communication audits (review reports and communication frequency).
2. Write an example feedback loop: How a project manager collects feedback from stakeholders and adjusts communication.
3. Learn how to revise the Communication Management Plan if communication issues arise.
4. Solve 20 practice questions on monitoring communication and resolving communication problems.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study communication monitoring tools and revise notes.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a stakeholder feedback loop scenario.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and analyze results.

Evening Review:

• Summarize the tools for improving communication effectiveness and stakeholder satisfaction.

Day 6: Weekly Review and Targeted Practice

Tasks:

1. Review all notes, diagrams, and flashcards from the week:
   • Business value delivery, CPM, fast-tracking, crashing, and communication management.
2. Retake 20–30 targeted practice questions on weak areas identified during the week.
3. Spend time practicing active recall: Summarize CPM concepts, communication types, and monitoring tools without notes.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Review notes and flashcards.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve targeted practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Summarize learning points from the week.

Evening Review:

• Recap CPM, EVM formulas, and communication methods using flashcards.

Day 7: Weekly Mock Test and Reflection

Tasks:

1. Take a 50-question mini-mock test covering:
   • Project execution techniques, prioritization strategies, and communication management.
2. Analyze your performance:
   • Identify strong areas and weak areas.
   • Write reflections on why mistakes occurred and how to correct them.
3. Spend 1 hour revising your weak areas using notes and flashcards.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 3 Pomodoros: Complete the weekly mock test.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review mistakes and revise notes for weak areas.

End of Week 5 Goals

1. Understand project execution techniques (CPM, fast-tracking, crashing) and their role in delivering business value.
2. Master communication planning, types of communication, and techniques for monitoring effectiveness.
3. Solve 100+ practice questions on execution and communication topics with at least 75–80% accuracy.
4. Build confidence through active recall and targeted practice.

Week 6: Assess and Manage Risks and Stakeholder Engagement (Process Domain: Part 2)

Weekly Goals

1. Master risk management processes: risk identification, analysis, response planning, and monitoring.
2. Understand how to prioritize risks using qualitative and quantitative methods.
3. Learn stakeholder analysis and engagement strategies to address stakeholder needs and concerns.
4. Solve 100+ practice questions focused on risk management and stakeholder engagement.

Day 1: Introduction to Risk Management

Tasks:

1. Study the Risk Management Processes in the PMBOK Guide:
   • Identify Risks.
   • Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis.
   • Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis.
   • Plan Risk Responses.
   • Monitor Risks.
2. Write detailed notes on risk categories, such as technical, external, organizational, and project management risks.
3. Practice creating a Risk Register:
   • Include risk description, likelihood, impact, owner, and response strategy.
4. Solve 15 practice questions on risk identification and risk processes.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study risk processes and take notes.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a sample Risk Register with 3–4 example risks.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and review incorrect answers.

Evening Review:

• Recite the key steps in the risk management process and risk register components.

Day 2: Qualitative Risk Analysis

Tasks:

1. Study Qualitative Risk Analysis:
   • Learn to use Probability-Impact (P-I) Matrix to rank risks based on likelihood and impact.
2. Write an example of risk prioritization using a sample matrix.
3. Understand how to assign risk scores (High, Medium, Low) based on qualitative analysis.
4. Practice identifying risks and categorizing them in a mock risk matrix.
5. Solve 15 practice questions focused on qualitative risk analysis.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study P-I Matrix and create an example risk analysis scenario.
• 1 Pomodoro: Practice building a risk matrix with real or hypothetical risks.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and analyze mistakes.

Evening Review:

• Summarize the P-I Matrix process and risk prioritization from memory.

Day 3: Quantitative Risk Analysis

Tasks:

1. Study Quantitative Risk Analysis techniques, including:
   • Monte Carlo Simulation (used for numerical risk analysis).
   • Sensitivity Analysis (to determine the most significant risks).
   • Decision Tree Analysis (for risk-based decisions).
2. Write detailed notes with step-by-step examples for Monte Carlo and Decision Tree Analysis.
3. Solve numerical examples involving risk impact calculations and sensitivity analysis.
4. Practice 15 questions on quantitative risk analysis.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study Monte Carlo, Decision Tree, and Sensitivity Analysis techniques.
• 1 Pomodoro: Practice risk impact calculations and create a simple decision tree.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve quantitative risk questions and review weak areas.

Evening Review:

• Recite the steps of Monte Carlo and Decision Tree techniques aloud.

Day 4: Plan and Implement Risk Responses

Tasks:

1. Study Risk Response Strategies:
   • Avoid, Mitigate, Transfer, and Accept (negative risks).
   • Exploit, Enhance, Share, and Accept (positive risks).
2. Write notes with examples of each strategy applied to a project scenario.
3. Create a risk response plan for a small project, including the identified risks and appropriate strategies.
4. Solve 15 questions on risk responses and mitigation strategies.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study and take notes on risk response strategies.
• 1 Pomodoro: Write examples and create a sample risk response plan.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve risk response practice questions.

Evening Review:

• Summarize risk response strategies and practice explaining them in your own words.

Day 5: Monitor Risks and Risk Reassessment

Tasks:

1. Study how to monitor risks throughout the project:
   • Update the Risk Register.
   • Track risk triggers and evaluate the effectiveness of risk responses.
2. Learn how to conduct regular Risk Audits and Risk Reviews to reassess project risks.
3. Write a step-by-step plan for performing a risk review during a project phase.
4. Solve 15 questions on risk monitoring and reassessment.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study risk monitoring techniques and write examples.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a step-by-step risk audit/review plan.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and analyze mistakes.

Evening Review:

• Spend 10 minutes reciting the steps of monitoring and reassessing risks.

Day 6: Stakeholder Engagement Techniques

Tasks:

1. Review the steps of Stakeholder Engagement:
   • Identify stakeholders.
   • Analyze their expectations and influence.
   • Plan engagement strategies.
   • Manage and monitor stakeholder engagement.
2. Practice creating a Power-Interest Grid to prioritize stakeholders.
3. Write a sample stakeholder engagement plan for a project, including communication strategies.
4. Solve 20 practice questions on stakeholder engagement techniques.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study and write notes on stakeholder engagement strategies.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a Power-Interest Grid and stakeholder engagement plan.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve stakeholder-related practice questions.

Evening Review:

• Recite the steps for analyzing and managing stakeholders effectively.

Day 7: Weekly Mock Test and Reflection

Tasks:

1. Take a 50-question mock test focused on:
   • Risk management processes (qualitative, quantitative analysis, and risk responses).
   • Stakeholder engagement and prioritization techniques.
2. Analyze your test performance:
   • Identify areas where you made mistakes and review your notes.
   • Write reflections on what concepts require further practice.
3. Spend 1 hour revising weak areas with notes and flashcards.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 3 Pomodoros: Complete the weekly mock test.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review mistakes and clarify weak areas using notes.

End of Week 6 Goals

1. Master risk management processes: identification, qualitative and quantitative analysis, response planning, and monitoring.
2. Understand stakeholder engagement strategies, including stakeholder analysis tools like the Power-Interest Grid.
3. Solve 100+ practice questions with at least 75–80% accuracy.
4. Build confidence in handling scenario-based questions related to risk management and stakeholders.

Week 7: Plan and Manage Budget, Resources, and Schedule (Process Domain: Part 3)

Weekly Goals

1. Master cost estimation techniques, budgeting, and resource allocation methods.
2. Learn Earned Value Management (EVM) formulas to measure project performance.
3. Understand scheduling tools and techniques such as Critical Path Method (CPM), Gantt charts, and network diagrams.
4. Solve 100+ practice questions on cost management, resource optimization, and project scheduling.

Day 1: Cost Estimation Techniques

Tasks:

1. Study the following Cost Estimation Techniques:
   • Analogous Estimating: Using historical data for similar projects.
   • Parametric Estimating: Using statistical relationships (e.g., cost per unit).
   • Bottom-Up Estimating: Summing up individual activity costs for a total.
   • Three-Point Estimating (PERT): Using optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely estimates.
     • Formula: .
2. Write examples for each technique to understand their real-world applications.
3. Create a comparison table highlighting when to use each technique, along with pros/cons.
4. Solve 15 numerical questions focused on cost estimation formulas (e.g., PERT).

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study and summarize cost estimation techniques.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create examples and a comparison table.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve numerical practice questions and review mistakes.

Evening Review:

• Spend 10–15 minutes reciting formulas and estimation techniques from memory.

Day 2: Budget Planning and Cost Baseline

Tasks:

1. Study how to develop a Cost Baseline:
   • Aggregate cost estimates for project tasks and activities.
   • Add contingency reserves for known risks.
2. Learn the difference between cost baseline and project budget:
   • Cost baseline = Planned costs (timeline-based).
   • Budget = Cost baseline + management reserves (unforeseen risks).
3. Practice building a simple cost baseline for a small project example.
4. Solve 15 questions on budget planning and cost baseline development.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study cost baselines and management reserves.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a cost baseline example for a small project.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions on budgeting.

Evening Review:

• Recite the components of a cost baseline and their relationship with budgets.

Day 3: Earned Value Management (EVM) Basics

Tasks:

1. Study Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts and formulas:
   • Planned Value (PV): Planned work’s cost at a specific time.
   • Earned Value (EV): Value of completed work at a specific time.
   • Actual Cost (AC): Cost incurred so far.
   • Performance indices and variances:
     • Schedule Performance Index (SPI) = .
     • Cost Performance Index (CPI) = .
     • Schedule Variance (SV) = .
     • Cost Variance (CV) = .
2. Create a formula cheat sheet for all EVM metrics.
3. Solve 10 numerical questions involving EVM calculations.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study EVM concepts and formulas, and create a cheat sheet.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve numerical practice questions on EVM metrics.
• 1 Pomodoro: Analyze incorrect answers and refine understanding.

Evening Review:

• Recite EVM formulas and practice calculating indices from memory.

Day 4: Resource Management and Optimization

Tasks:

1. Study Resource Planning and Optimization Techniques:
   • Resource Leveling: Adjusting schedules to balance workloads.
   • Resource Smoothing: Ensuring resources fit within existing constraints.
2. Write notes comparing resource leveling and smoothing with examples.
3. Learn how to use tools like Resource Breakdown Structure (RBS) and Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RACI).
4. Create a simple RBS and RACI chart for a sample project.
5. Solve 15 practice questions on resource planning and optimization.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study resource planning techniques and write comparison notes.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create an RBS and RACI chart.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions on resource management.

Evening Review:

• Recap resource leveling vs. smoothing using real-world examples.

Day 5: Scheduling Techniques – Critical Path and Gantt Charts

Tasks:

1. Study project scheduling tools and techniques:
   • Gantt Charts: Visual timelines to track tasks.
   • Critical Path Method (CPM): Identify the project’s critical activities.
   • Schedule Compression Techniques:
     • Fast-Tracking: Performing tasks in parallel to save time.
     • Crashing: Adding resources to shorten durations.
2. Practice drawing a simple Gantt chart and identifying the critical path for a project.
3. Solve 15 practice questions on CPM and scheduling techniques.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study scheduling techniques and create a Gantt chart example.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve CPM practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review mistakes and refine understanding.

Evening Review:

• Recap the steps to calculate the critical path and explain Gantt charts.

Day 6: Weekly Review and Targeted Practice

Tasks:

1. Review all notes, formulas, and diagrams for:
   • Cost estimation techniques.
   • Earned Value Management formulas.
   • Resource optimization and scheduling tools.
2. Solve 20–30 targeted practice questions focusing on weak areas identified during the week.
3. Summarize the week’s key learnings by writing a one-page overview.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Review notes and solve targeted practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Write a summary of key learnings.
• 1 Pomodoro: Recap EVM and scheduling formulas.

Evening Review:

• Practice active recall for EVM formulas, cost estimation methods, and scheduling techniques.

Day 7: Weekly Mock Test and Reflection

Tasks:

1. Take a 50-question mock test covering:
   • Cost management (estimation, baseline, budgeting).
   • Earned Value Management (EVM).
   • Resource management and optimization.
   • Scheduling techniques (CPM, Gantt charts).
2. Analyze your performance:
   • Identify questions where mistakes occurred and revise those topics.
   • Clarify any doubts using notes and PMBOK Guide.
3. Spend 1 hour reviewing flashcards and revisiting formulas for reinforcement.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 3 Pomodoros: Complete the weekly mock test.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review mistakes and clarify weak areas.

End of Week 7 Goals

1. Master cost management concepts: estimation, budgeting, and EVM.
2. Learn and apply resource management and optimization techniques.
3. Confidently use scheduling tools like CPM, Gantt charts, and schedule compression methods.
4. Solve 100+ practice questions and achieve at least 75–80% accuracy.
5. Build confidence in handling numerical and scenario-based PMP questions.

Week 8: Plan and Manage Quality, Procurement, and Project Closure (Process Domain: Part 4)

Weekly Goals

1. Master quality management concepts, including quality planning, assurance, and control.
2. Learn procurement processes: vendor selection, contract types, and performance management.
3. Understand project/phase closure activities, including deliverable acceptance and lessons learned.
4. Solve 100+ practice questions on quality, procurement, and project closure to solidify knowledge.

Day 1: Quality Planning and Standards

Tasks:

1. Study Quality Management concepts:
   • Plan Quality: Identifying quality requirements and setting standards.
   • Tools: Benchmarking, Cost of Quality (COQ), and Process Flowcharts.
2. Write detailed notes on the Cost of Quality components:
   • Prevention Costs (e.g., training, quality improvement).
   • Appraisal Costs (e.g., inspections, testing).
   • Failure Costs (internal and external).
3. Learn about quality standards like ISO 9001 and examples of project quality metrics (e.g., defect rates, cycle time).
4. Solve 15 practice questions related to quality planning and cost of quality.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study quality planning tools, COQ, and standards.
• 1 Pomodoro: Write real-world examples of quality metrics.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and analyze mistakes.

Evening Review:

• Recap quality planning tools and the COQ framework.

Day 2: Quality Assurance and Control

Tasks:

1. Study the Quality Assurance process:
   • Focus on process audits, continuous improvement, and compliance checks.
2. Learn Quality Control Tools:
   • Cause-and-Effect Diagram (Fishbone/Ishikawa).
   • Pareto Chart: Identifying the 20% of causes responsible for 80% of problems.
   • Control Charts: Monitoring process stability over time.
3. Practice creating a Fishbone Diagram and Pareto Chart with sample project issues.
4. Solve 15 practice questions on quality assurance and control techniques.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study quality control tools and draw sample diagrams.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve quality-related practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Analyze mistakes and review weak areas.

Evening Review:

• Summarize the purpose of Fishbone and Pareto charts aloud.

Day 3: Procurement Planning and Contracts

Tasks:

1. Study procurement management concepts:
   • Procurement Planning: Identify procurement needs, make-or-buy analysis, and vendor selection.
   • Types of contracts:
     • Fixed Price (FP): Scope is well-defined.
     • Cost Reimbursable (CR): Scope is flexible; buyer reimburses costs.
     • Time and Material (T&M): Used when the scope is evolving.
2. Create a comparison table summarizing contract types with advantages, risks, and examples.
3. Write a sample Procurement Management Plan outlining vendor selection criteria and contract strategies.
4. Solve 15 practice questions focused on contract types and procurement processes.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study contract types and procurement planning concepts.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a comparison table and procurement plan example.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve procurement-related practice questions.

Evening Review:

• Recap the differences between FP, CR, and T&M contracts.

Day 4: Conduct and Manage Procurement

Tasks:

1. Study the process of Conducting Procurement:
   • Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), and bid evaluation.
   • Learn about vendor performance management and contract negotiations.
2. Understand the process for Managing Procurement:
   • Monitoring vendor performance.
   • Conducting procurement audits to ensure compliance.
3. Write notes on resolving procurement issues, such as delayed vendor delivery or scope deviations.
4. Solve 15 practice questions focused on conducting and managing procurement.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study procurement execution and vendor management techniques.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create notes and examples of procurement scenarios.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and analyze answers.

Evening Review:

• Recap the steps for conducting procurement and vendor performance management.

Day 5: Project/Phase Closure

Tasks:

1. Study Project Closure Activities:
   • Finalize deliverables and ensure stakeholder acceptance.
   • Conduct lessons learned sessions to document successes and challenges.
   • Release project resources (team members, tools, vendors).
2. Learn the importance of archiving project documentation for future reference.
3. Write notes on the key steps for a project closure checklist.
4. Solve 15 practice questions on project closure processes.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study project closure activities and write detailed notes.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a closure checklist for a sample project.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and clarify mistakes.

Evening Review:

• Recap the steps involved in project or phase closure.

Day 6: Weekly Review and Reinforcement

Tasks:

1. Review all notes, diagrams, and flashcards for:
   • Quality management processes (planning, assurance, control).
   • Procurement processes (planning, contracts, and vendor management).
   • Project/phase closure activities.
2. Solve 20–30 targeted practice questions on weak areas identified earlier in the week.
3. Spend time summarizing the week’s learning with a one-page overview for future reference.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Review notes, diagrams, and flashcards.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve targeted practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Write the summary of key learning points.

Evening Review:

• Practice active recall on quality tools, contract types, and closure activities.

Day 7: Weekly Mock Test and Reflection

Tasks:

1. Take a 50-question mock test covering:
   • Quality management tools and techniques.
   • Procurement processes, contracts, and vendor management.
   • Project closure activities and lessons learned.
2. Analyze your test results:
   • Identify mistakes and clarify weak areas using notes and PMBOK Guide.
   • Write reflections on your learning progress and improvement areas.
3. Spend 1 hour revising formulas, diagrams, and key concepts using flashcards.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 3 Pomodoros: Complete the weekly mock test.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review incorrect answers and clarify doubts.

End of Week 8 Goals

1. Master quality management processes: planning, assurance, and control using tools like Pareto Charts and Fishbone Diagrams.
2. Understand procurement processes, including contract types, vendor management, and audits.
3. Learn the steps for project/phase closure, including deliverable acceptance and lessons learned.
4. Solve 100+ practice questions and achieve at least 75–80% accuracy.
5. Build confidence in handling scenario-based and numerical PMP questions.

Weeks 9–10: Business Environment Domain

The Business Environment domain comprises 8% of the PMP exam content but is essential for aligning projects with organizational goals, ensuring compliance, and adapting to external changes. Over these two weeks, the plan will focus on understanding compliance management, benefits realization, change management, and responding to external business influences.

Weekly Goals (Weeks 9–10)

1. Understand project compliance with laws, regulations, and organizational standards.
2. Learn how to measure and deliver project benefits and business value.
3. Master change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption of project outcomes.
4. Analyze external business environment changes (PESTLE) and their impact on project scope and strategy.
5. Solve 100+ practice questions for the Business Environment domain.

Week 9: Compliance Management and Project Benefits

Day 1: Plan and Manage Project Compliance

Tasks:

1. Study project compliance requirements:
   • Laws and Regulations: Labor laws, workplace safety, industry-specific standards (e.g., healthcare, financial).
   • ISO Standards: Focus on ISO 9001 (Quality) and ISO 14001 (Environmental).
   • Ethical considerations in project management (PMI Code of Ethics).
2. Learn how to develop a Compliance Management Plan:
   • Identify applicable regulations.
   • Document compliance monitoring processes (e.g., internal and external audits).
3. Write notes and create a sample compliance checklist for a project.
4. Solve 15 practice questions on compliance management.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study laws, standards, and compliance planning.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a compliance checklist and real-world examples.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and analyze mistakes.

Evening Review:

• Recap laws, ISO standards, and compliance tools aloud.

Day 2: Monitor and Address Compliance Risks

Tasks:

1. Study compliance monitoring techniques:
   • Internal reviews, external audits, and reporting compliance issues.
2. Learn strategies for addressing non-compliance risks:
   • Early identification of risks.
   • Taking corrective actions such as training programs or process adjustments.
3. Write notes on common compliance risks in project management and mitigation techniques.
4. Solve 15 practice questions on compliance risks and monitoring.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study compliance monitoring and non-compliance mitigation.
• 1 Pomodoro: Write compliance risk scenarios and mitigation steps.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions.

Evening Review:

• Recap risk mitigation strategies and key compliance tools.

Day 3: Understand and Deliver Project Benefits

Tasks:

1. Study the concept of Project Benefits and Value:
   • Tangible benefits (e.g., ROI, cost savings).
   • Intangible benefits (e.g., reputation, customer satisfaction).
2. Learn how to create a Benefits Realization Plan:
   • Define metrics to measure benefits: ROI, NPV, IRR.
   • Track benefit realization over time.
3. Write examples of project benefits and how to measure them using metrics.
4. Solve 15 practice questions on project benefits and value delivery.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study benefits realization concepts and key metrics.
• 1 Pomodoro: Write project benefit examples and metrics.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions and review weak areas.

Evening Review:

• Recap the metrics (ROI, NPV, IRR) and summarize how to track benefits.

Day 4: Ensure Value Delivery Throughout the Project

Tasks:

1. Study how to monitor and validate project benefits throughout the lifecycle:
   • Periodic reviews to assess benefit realization.
   • Adjusting scope or objectives to maximize value delivery.
2. Learn techniques for communicating project value to stakeholders.
3. Write notes on strategies to ensure continued alignment with organizational goals.
4. Solve 15 practice questions on monitoring value delivery.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Study strategies for value delivery and periodic reviews.
• 1 Pomodoro: Create a value delivery tracking plan.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions.

Evening Review:

• Summarize the importance of tracking and communicating project value.

Day 5: Weekly Review of Compliance and Benefits

Tasks:

1. Review all notes and flashcards for:
   • Project compliance management.
   • Project benefits and value delivery.
2. Solve 20–30 targeted practice questions focusing on compliance risks and value delivery.
3. Summarize key concepts by writing a one-page overview for compliance and benefits realization.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Review notes and flashcards.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve targeted practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Write the week’s summary.

Evening Review:

• Recap compliance tools, benefit realization metrics, and risk strategies.

Day 6: Weekly Mock Test and Reflection

Tasks:

1. Take a 50-question mock test covering compliance, project benefits, and value delivery.
2. Analyze your test results:
   • Identify areas needing improvement and revisit notes.
   • Clarify mistakes and reinforce weak areas.
3. Spend time reviewing key concepts and flashcards for reinforcement.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 3 Pomodoros: Complete the mock test.
• 1 Pomodoro: Review mistakes and clarify weak areas.

Week 10: Organizational Change, External Influences, and Governance

Day 1: Support Organizational Change

Tasks:

1. Study the role of projects in driving organizational change:
   • Technology adoption, restructuring, and process improvements.
2. Learn strategies for managing resistance to change:
   • Communication plans, training programs, phased implementation.
3. Write notes and examples of successful organizational change strategies.
4. Solve 15 practice questions on organizational change management.

Day 2: Evaluate External Business Environment Changes

Tasks:

1. Study external influences using PESTLE Analysis:
   • Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Legal, and Environmental factors.
2. Learn how to monitor external changes and adjust project strategies.
3. Write examples of external business changes and their impact on project scope.
4. Solve 15 practice questions on PESTLE analysis and responding to changes.

Day 3: Support Organizational Governance

Tasks:

1. Study Governance Frameworks:
   • Project charters, authorization procedures, and reporting requirements.
2. Learn ethical project management principles from the PMI Code of Ethics:
   • Responsibility, Respect, Fairness, and Honesty.
3. Solve 15 practice questions on project governance and ethics.

Day 4–6: Comprehensive Review and Reinforcement

Tasks:

1. Review all Business Environment topics:
   • Compliance, benefits realization, organizational change, external influences, and governance.
2. Solve 30–40 mixed practice questions to assess readiness.
3. Write a one-page summary of the entire Business Environment domain.

Day 7: Full Business Environment Mock Test

Tasks:

1. Take a 50-question mock test covering all Business Environment topics.
2. Analyze your performance and revise weak areas using notes and flashcards.

End of Weeks 9–10 Goals

1. Master compliance management, benefits realization, and change management strategies.
2. Understand PESTLE analysis and the impact of external factors on projects.
3. Align projects with governance frameworks and ethical principles.
4. Solve 100+ practice questions with at least 75–80% accuracy.

Weeks 11–12: Comprehensive Review and Full-Length Mock Exams

The final two weeks focus on reinforcing all PMP domains, consolidating your knowledge, addressing weak areas, and building test-taking confidence. You will take full-length mock exams under timed conditions to simulate the real PMP exam experience.

Weekly Goals (Weeks 11–12)

1. Review all three PMP domains (People, Process, and Business Environment) systematically.
2. Focus on weak areas identified in previous weeks and strengthen those concepts.
3. Take multiple full-length mock exams (180 questions in 230 minutes) to build stamina, accuracy, and time management skills.
4. Practice answering scenario-based questions effectively.
5. Achieve a mock test score of 80% or higher for exam readiness.

Week 11: Comprehensive Review of People and Process Domains

Day 1: Review People Domain

Tasks:

1. Review key concepts of the People Domain:
   • Conflict resolution techniques (Collaborating, Compromising, Forcing, Smoothing, Withdrawing).
   • Leadership styles (Transformational, Servant, Situational).
   • Emotional Intelligence (EI): Self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, social skills.
   • Team development models (Tuckman’s Stages: Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, Adjourning).
   • Stakeholder engagement and communication techniques.
2. Summarize all topics on flashcards or create a mind map to connect concepts.
3. Solve 30 practice questions focused on the People Domain.
4. Review questions you answered incorrectly and clarify doubts using the PMBOK Guide.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Review notes, flashcards, and mind maps.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions on People Domain.
• 1 Pomodoro: Analyze mistakes and revisit weak areas.

Day 2: Practice People Domain Mini-Test

Tasks:

1. Take a 60-question mini-mock test covering all People Domain topics.
2. Time yourself: Allocate 75 minutes to simulate real exam conditions.
3. Analyze your performance:
   • Review incorrect answers to identify concepts that need reinforcement.
   • Write down notes to summarize key learning points.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 3 Pomodoros: Complete the mini-test.
• 1 Pomodoro: Analyze test performance and review weak areas.

Day 3: Review Process Domain – Part 1

Tasks:

1. Review key concepts from Weeks 5–6:
   • Project execution and urgency (business value delivery).
   • Communication planning, methods (Push, Pull, Interactive), and monitoring effectiveness.
   • Risk management processes: identification, qualitative/quantitative analysis, and response strategies.
2. Create formula flashcards for:
   • Earned Value Management (EVM): SPI, CPI, SV, CV.
   • PERT: .
3. Solve 20–30 questions on risk management and communication planning.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Review notes, flashcards, and formulas.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Analyze incorrect answers and clarify concepts.

Day 4: Review Process Domain – Part 2

Tasks:

1. Review key concepts from Weeks 7–8:
   • Cost management: estimation techniques, budgeting, and EVM.
   • Resource optimization: Resource leveling and smoothing.
   • Scheduling techniques: Critical Path Method (CPM), Gantt charts, schedule compression (fast-tracking, crashing).
   • Quality management: planning, assurance, and control tools (Fishbone, Pareto, Control Charts).
   • Procurement processes: contracts (Fixed Price, Cost-Reimbursable, T&M) and vendor management.
2. Summarize formulas and tools in a cheat sheet for quick review.
3. Solve 30 questions on cost, quality, and procurement management.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Review notes, formulas, and tools.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Analyze weak areas and revisit concepts.

Day 5: Process Domain Mini-Test

Tasks:

1. Take a 60-question mini-mock test covering all Process Domain topics.
2. Time yourself: Allocate 75 minutes to complete the test.
3. Analyze performance:
   • Identify weak areas and clarify mistakes using notes and the PMBOK Guide.
   • Revise related concepts and practice similar questions.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 3 Pomodoros: Complete the mini-test.
• 1 Pomodoro: Analyze test results and review weak areas.

Day 6: Review Business Environment Domain

Tasks:

1. Review key concepts from Weeks 9–10:
   • Compliance management and monitoring.
   • Benefits realization planning and tracking metrics (ROI, NPV, IRR).
   • Change management: handling resistance and facilitating adoption.
   • External influences: PESTLE Analysis (Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Legal, Environmental).
   • Organizational governance and ethical project management (PMI Code of Ethics).
2. Solve 20 questions on compliance, benefits realization, and governance.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 2 Pomodoros: Review Business Environment notes and flashcards.
• 1 Pomodoro: Solve targeted practice questions.
• 1 Pomodoro: Analyze weak areas and clarify doubts.

Day 7: Full-Length Mock Exam 1

Tasks:

1. Take a full-length mock test (180 questions, 230 minutes).
   • Simulate real exam conditions: no distractions, strict time limits.
2. Analyze your performance:
   • Review incorrect answers thoroughly.
   • Identify weak areas and create a list of topics to revisit.
3. Spend 1 hour revising flashcards and formulas based on weak areas.

Pomodoro Plan:

• 6 Pomodoros: Take the full-length mock test.
• 2 Pomodoros: Analyze mistakes and review notes.

Week 12: Final Reinforcement and Exam Readiness

Day 1–3: Targeted Revision of Weak Areas

Tasks:

1. Review concepts where mistakes occurred in Mock Exam 1:
   • Go back to notes, flashcards, and PMBOK Guide.
   • Solve 20–30 questions on weak areas daily.
2. Summarize critical points for all domains: People, Process, and Business Environment.

Day 4: Full-Length Mock Exam 2

Tasks:

1. Take a second full-length mock exam (180 questions, 230 minutes).
2. Review performance and mistakes. Revisit any remaining weak areas.

Day 5–6: Final Revision

Tasks:

1. Spend time revising flashcards, formulas, and notes for all domains.
2. Solve a final set of 50 mixed practice questions for reinforcement.

Day 7: Rest and Prepare Mentally

Tasks:

1. Light review of notes, flashcards, and formulas.
2. Prepare exam-day essentials: identification, PMP exam guidelines, snacks, etc.
3. Get adequate rest and remain confident.

End of Weeks 11–12 Goals

1. Complete two full-length mock exams to build exam stamina and confidence.
2. Revise all key concepts, tools, techniques, and formulas for all domains.
3. Strengthen weak areas through targeted practice.
4. Achieve 80% or higher on full-length mock exams, ensuring readiness for the real PMP exam.