What is the difference between PMP and PMBOK?

The difference between PMP® and PMBOK® Guide is that PMP® is a certification offered by PMI®, showcasing a project's manager proficiency, whereas PMBOK® Guide is a comprehensive guide outlining the best practices and methodologies for project management.

Project Management related articles

PRINCE2 vs Agile or PRINCE2 Agile?
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Confused between PRINCE2, Agile, or PRINCE2 Agile? Discover their distinctions and how they can be effectively combined in projects by reading on.
PRINCE2 Agile glossary
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Access a comprehensive glossary of terms from PRINCE2 Agile to enhance your understanding of its unique vocabulary. Essential for practitioners.
Project scheduling
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Scheduling a project can be an important aspect of managing a project. In this article, we will be looking at how you can develop schedules that work, and resources that will help your project stay on schedule. Scroll down to read more.
PRINCE2 practices: Free ebook
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Get a free ebook on PRINCE2 practices to prepare for your PRINCE2 Foundation exam. Discover the integrated elements of PRINCE2 by reading further.
How PRINCE2 Agile qualifications can help your career
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PRINCE2 Agile was developed in response to popular demand. It combines the flexibility of agile with the defined governance of PRINCE2. PRINCE2 Agile gives PRINCE2 project managers the tools needed to manage agile projects.
WBS – Work Breakdown Structure
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If you want to ensure that your project is managed successfully, then you need to be sure to use the Work Breakdown Structure. Read this guide to learn more about this valuable tool and how you can use it.
Strategic project management
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Learn how to connect projects to business strategy and objectives. Select and prioritise initiatives that will help your organisation move forward. Find out how to do it, and improve the results you get from projects, for improved performance overall.
AI in project management: from automation to augmented leadership
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Artificial Intelligence is reshaping project delivery. Watch the webinar now to see how AI fits with established methods and what this means for your career. Start the video and take the next step.
CAPM Certification (Certified Associate in Project Management): Requirements, Cost, Exam, and How to Apply
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The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) is an entry level project management certification issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI). It validates project management fundamentals across predictive (waterfall) methodologies and agile project management, helping early career professionals build credible, PMBOK Guide aligned knowledge.
PRINCE2 Agile focus areas
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Merging Agile methods with PRINCE2 requires focusing on five key areas. Explore these to enhance your project's agility and success.
Exception management in PRINCE2
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Managing exceptions is vital to achieving success in PRINCE2 projects. This article demonstrates effective strategies for managing unexpected events to keep your project on schedule and achieve its goals.
How to write a business case
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Master the art of writing a compelling business case to secure project investment. Learn essential skills on business analyst courses by reading further.