Two PMP study group forums are formed within the Chapter. These groups are both facilitated by studying members, who are enthusiastically preparing for the PMP certification exam.
 
Some of the benefits of study groups are: 1) create some structure for studying, 2) help motivate and focus with a target exam date in mind, 3) generate discussion and life experiences to bring the PMBOK material to life, 4) network with Chapter members who are going through the same rigorous preparations as you.
 
The two groups have different agendas and approaches:
 
Tele-Study was recently established as a weekly telephone study session. Members select a topic to study for the week. Each participant prepare a list of study discussion points and/or questions to submit in advance of the session and posted to a secure shared website. This material is the basis for a focused review and discussion. After five weeks, this group is going strong and is open to new members. Meetings are held on Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:00 PM
 
Fast-Track Study Group has a goal to complete a comprehensive review of the PMBOK and review key material and study questions over 12 weeks. Each week the will focus on a different knowledge area. In the final two weeks, the team would take a sample test of 200 questions and then review/discuss questions that were most challenging. Time investment: 4-5 hours per week for 12 weeks. The payback: readiness to sit for the exam by June. This group is starting up soon and is envisioned to be a small, focused group (3-6 participants).
 
If you are interested in either of these study groups, please contact the Diane Kemsley at studygroups@pmimassbay.org
 
Dinner with Diane: If you are studying for the PMP – or just beginning to entertain the idea, join Diane for dinner at an upcoming Chapter meeting. Diane hosts a table each month to bring studying members together to network and share study tips and techniques. If interested, contact Diane at studygroups@pmimassbay.org