ManagementYogi’s CIPSA Certification: What CIPSA Scaled Kanban Is and What It’s Not!

The Certified In Practical Scaled Agile (CIPSA) framework and certification are not only radically different from other frameworks, but it also supports Scaled Kanban. Like Scaled Scrum with CIPSA, Kanban at Scale with CIPSA takes a direct, hands-on, and practical approach to scaling. Indeed, it's one of very few scaled agile frameworks, which truly supports Kanban. See here. 

The CIPSA Kanban Framework is unique and completely different, there can be certain mis-interpretations about this framework. This post informs – what CIPSA Scaled Kanban is and what it’s not. 

Some of the below differences can be applicable for the CIPSA Scrum Framework.

Now, let's see the unique aspects of Kanban at Scale with CIPSA, one-by-one.

CIPSA Scaled Kanban – What It's and What It's Not!

1. Not Speed, but Flow: CIPSA Scaled Kanban is not about working faster. CIPSA Scaled Kanban is about managing flow effectively and efficiently across multiple teams.

CIPSA Scaled Kanban doesn’t mean pulling all the work items and rushing you work at every opportunity. It focuses on smooth, predictable flow across teams to maximize delivery efficiency.

2. Not Sprint, but Release: CIPSA Scaled Kanban is not about Sprint(s). CIPSA Scaled Kanban is about Release(s) based on a cadence.

CIPSA Scaled Kanban doesn’t rely on fixed-length iterations like Sprints as in Scrum. Rather, it enables flexible releases aligned to cadence and flow readiness. Cadence is set by the execution of the meta-events in CIPSA Scale Kanban.

3. Not Static, but Dynamic: CIPSA Scaled Kanban is not about static boards. CIPSA Scaled Kanban is about dynamic, evolving systems with dynamic board reflecting actual value streams.

Boards are living systems that evolve to reflect real, changing value streams while using the CIPSA Scaled Kanban framework. Hence, when you with CIPSA Scaled Kanban approach, it’s not limited to static Kanban boards that rarely change.

4. Not Ceremony, but (Right) Metrics: CIPSA Scaled Kanban is not driven by ceremonies. CIPSA Scaled Kanban is driven by flow metrics and just-in-time (JIT) demand.

While Scrum is semi-JIT approach, Kanban is a full-JIT approach. Work is pulled based on flow metrics and just-in-time demand, not scheduled rituals. CIPSA Scaled Kanban is not rigidly dependent on recurring ceremonies to drive progress. 

5. Not Output, but Throughput: CIPSA Scaled Kanban is not about maximizing output. CIPSA Scaled Kanban is about optimizing throughput (a Kanban metric) and cycle time (another metric) for customer value.

The aim in CIPSA Scaled Kanban is to improve the key Kanban metrics—like throughput and cycle time. The goal is to deliver true value. It’s not about churning out as many tasks as possible.

6. Not Batch-Planning, but JIT Pulling: CIPSA Scaled Kanban is not about batch planning with timeboxes. CIPSA Scaled Kanban is about flow-based-planning and just-in-time pulling of work items.

With CIPSA Scaled Kanban, work is planned and pulled as needed, supporting continuous flow and agility. Remember, as I said earlier, Kanban is a full JIT approach. You don’t plan large batches of work into fixed timeboxes.

7. Not Iterations, but Flow: CIPSA Scaled Kanban is not about iterations or Sprints - it's not based on them. CIPSA Scaled Kanban is about continuous delivery with real-time progress visualization.

Instead of fixed iterations like Sprints, CIPSA Scaled Kanban enables real-time progress and delivery, with work flowing continuously.

8. Not Complexity, but Simplicity: CIPSA Scaled Kanban is not about complexity. CIPSA Scaled Kanban scales to any complex domain where flow and coordination critical.

The CIPSA framework is very simple, so also the CIPSA Scaled Kanban. It's not at complex, but easy to adapt and adopt. It scales simply and effectively across any complex domain where coordination matters.

9. Not Team-Cadence, but Rhythm at Scale: CIPSA Scaled Kanban is not just about team-level cadence. CIPSA Scaled Kanban synchronizes rhythm across teams through scaled meta-events based on cadence.

CIPSA Scaled Kanban synchronizes cadence across teams via meta-events for alignment. It doesn’t stop at individual team rhythms or workflows.

10. Not Tool-Dependent, but Tool-Agnostic: CIPSA Scaled Kanban is not dependent solely on MS Project Agile software tool. CIPSA Scaled Kanban can work any capable software tool that supports Kanban scaling features.

Table Representation

For CIPSA Scaled Kanban, one can put the "what it's not and what it's" into a table. It'll come as shown below. It's also easier to remember considering Kanban at Scale.

Conclusion

CIPSA Scaled Kanban works with any robust software that supports scaled Kanban features and functionalities. It’s not locked into one tool like MS Project Agile. Any software supporting scaling features can be used.

CIPSA Scaled Kanban is not merely a scaled-up version of team-level Kanban. Rather, it's a thoughtfully designed flow-based framework built for delivering value across complex, multi-team environments. As I’ve written earlier, it's minimal in nature, but has maximum impact.

CIPSA Scaled Kanban promotes continuous delivery, cross-team alignment, and adaptive planning. These make it a practical and scalable solution for any domain where flow, coordination and customer value truly matter.

The CIPSA Framework Guide is free to download and use. 

For in-depth understanding with detailed hands-on practical, consider becoming a CIPSA. To refer to the FAQs, click here. 

CIPSA Sample Videos:

[1] CIPSA Sample Video List (Choose a video to play)

[2] CIPSA Video Playlist (Complete playlist - play all)

CIPSA Sample Questions:

[1] CIPSA Certification Sample Questions (Part - 1)

[2] CIPSA Certification Sample Questions (Part - 2)

References

[1] NEW Scaled Agile Certification Course: Certified In Practical Scaled Agile (CIPSA)

[2] Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - CIPSA Certification  

[3] New Practical Scaled Agile Framework – The CIPSA Framework Guide

[4] Understanding the CIPSA Kanban Framework – Practical, Hands-on Kanban at Scale

[5] The CIPSA Framework Clock - A Unique Way

ManagementYogi’s CIPSA Certification: What CIPSA Scaled Scrum Is and What It’s Not!

There are many scaled agile frameworks and associated certifications in the world which have different approaches to scaling. However, it’s difficult to implement them with software tool(s). The Certified In Practical Scaled Agile (CIPSA) framework, as well as the certification, is radically different because it takes a direct, hands-on, and practical approach to scaling. See here.

Now, because the CIPSA Scrum Framework is different, there can be certain mis-interpretations about the framework. 

This post informs – what CIPSA Scaled Scrum is and what it’s not. Some of the below differences can be applicable for the CIPSA Kanban Framework. 

Next, let's see the unique aspects of Scrum at Scale with CIPSA, one-by-one.

CIPSA Scaled Scrum – What It's and What It's Not! 

1. Not Maximality, but Minimality: CIPSA Scaled Scrum is not about having a large number of artifacts, meta-events and roles. CIPSA Scaled Scrum extends Scrum minimally and as needed.

It minimizes extensions to Scrum, adding only what’s truly necessary. The focus is on simplicity and clarity, not overhead.

2. Not Theory-Heavy, but Practical-Ready: CIPSA Scaled Scrum is not theory and more theory. CIPSA Scaled Scrum is practical and hands-on with software tool(s) with needed theory.

CIPSA Scaled Scrum emphasizes practical application supported by just enough theory. Real-world tools and hands-on experience are at the core. In the field, that is what actually matters. Isn’t it? 

3. Not Tied to One, but any Capable Software: CIPSA Scaled Scrum is not just with one software tool, i.e., MS Project Agile. CIPSA Scaled Scrum can be used with any software worth its salt.

The focus here is on adaptability, not tool dependency. It’s tool-agnostic and works with any robust platform software tool. If they’ve scaling capabilities, then CIPSA Scrum can be used.

4. Not a Methodology, but a Scalable Framework: CIPSA Scaled Scrum is not a methodology. CIPSA Scaled Scrum is a framework.

The CISPA Scaled Scrum Framework is a flexible framework; not a rigid methodology. It guides without prescribing rigid processes. This, in fact, minimally extends the team-level Scrum framework. 

5. Not Individual Success, but Collective Value Delivery: CIPSA Scaled Scrum is not about individuals or individual team’s success. CIPSA Scaled Scrum is about the success of the customer and the entire CIPSA team.

CIPSA Scaled Scrum is centered on end-to-end success for the customer and the full delivery. Considering the CIPSA team, it’s about collaboration over isolation.

6. Not Increment, but Integrated Increment: CIPSA Scaled Scrum main reason of existence is not an Increment. CIPSA Scaled Scrum main reason of existence is to provide an Integrated Increment. 

The core goal here is to deliver an (CIPSA) Integrated Increment across individual Scrum teams. Alignment of teams and integration of their deliverables are key.

7. Not Events, but Meta-Events: CIPSA Scaled Scrum is not about Scrum events. CIPSA Scaled Scrum is about events at scale or meta-events.

CIPSA addresses coordination and collaboration through meta-events at scale. Individual Scrum events will happen at the team, but at scale it’s about meta-events.

8. Not Features, but Value: CIPSA Scaled Scrum is not about delivering a large number of features. CIPSA Scaled Scrum is about delivering value to the customer.

Agile is fundamentally about value-delivery. Agile at Scale is not different. CIPSA Scaled Scrum is focused on the meaning value, which actually comes from the Integrated Increment. 

9. Not Complex, but Simple to Scale: CIPSA Scaled Scrum is not complex. CIPSA Scaled Scrum is simple and is used to deliver work, which can be complex. 

The CIPSA Scaled Scrum framework has been kept intentionally simple, yet it’s purposeful when dealing with complex work. As I’ve written before, simple is smart for Agile at scale!

10. Not Just Software, but for all Complex Work:  CIPSA Scaled Scrum is not just applicable to software where scaling is needed. 

CIPSA Scaled Scrum is applicable to all complex work at scale, including software.

Many have misconceptions that CIPSA Scaled Scrum is only for software product. Nothing can be further from the truth. It applies to any complex work at Scale. It’s domain neutral. 

Table Representation

One can put the "what it's not and what it's" into a table. It'll come as shown below. It's also easier to remember.

Conclusion

Individual teams working on product with Agile approaches are different compared to Scaled Agile approaches. You need to clearly understand the different them and also have a different mindset to fully utilize the CIPSA Framework. 

CIPSA the one of simplest possible frameworks in the world. The related CIPSA certification is both highly practical and highly economical. 

The CIPSA Framework Guide is free to download and use. For in-depth understanding with detailed hands-on practical, consider becoming a CIPSA professional. To refer to the FAQs, check here. 

CIPSA Sample Videos and Questions:

[1] CIPSA Sample Video List (Choose a Video)

[2] CIPSA Video Playlist (Complete Playlist)

CIPSA Sample Questions:

[1] CIPSA Certification Sample Questions (Part - 1)

[2] CIPSA Certification Sample Questions (Part - 2)

References:

[1] NEW Scaled Agile Certification Course: Certified In Practical Scaled Agile (CIPSA)

[2] Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - CIPSA Certification  

[3] New Practical Scaled Agile Framework – The CIPSA Framework Guide

[4] Understanding the CIPSA Scrum Framework – Practical, Hands-on Scrum at Scale

[5] The CIPSA Framework Clock - A Unique Way

Course Review: MS Project 2016 Live Lessons – An Excellent Course for Mastering MS Project in both Traditional and Agile Environments

By Sanjeev Kaushal, PMP

I recently purchased the MS Project 2016 Live Lessons course, which has both traditional (waterfall) and Agile content. It has been an invaluable learning experience for me. 

The course provides a well-structured approach to understanding how MS Project, which can be effectively used for traditional project management and also for Agile project management. I've been using the CHAMP certification course in parallel with MS Project Live Lessons.

What I Liked?

Following are the ones I liked most about the course.

Comprehensive Content: The course covers everything from Traditional and Agile fundamentals to advanced MS Project features.

Practical Approach: It has hands-on exercises and real-world examples helped me grasp key concepts.

Clear Instructions: The instructor explains complex topics in a simple and easy-to-follow manner.

Great for Project Managers: The course is perfect for anyone managing Traditional or Agile projects and looking to streamline planning and execution. There is one lesson for Agile.

My Key Takeaways 

I now feel confident using MS Project to manage Traditional and needed Agile workflows, track progress, and improve team collaboration.

I highly recommended for professionals looking to enhance their project management skills with Agile methodologies. 

Features in this Course

Following are the unique and distinct aspects of this course.

1. Hands-on Practical Approach

The course includes real-world scenarios, case studies, and interactive exercises to ensure learners can apply their knowledge in actual projects.

2. Seamless Integration of Traditional and Agile with MS Project

Along with the traditional MS Project courses, this course specifically focuses on how Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) can be implemented within MS Project. As I'm using both CHAMP and MSP courses, I use both to learn traditional with agile. 

3. Step-by-Step Guidance

The instructor breaks down complex Agile and MS Project functionalities into simple, actionable steps, making it easy to follow along—even for beginners.

4. Balanced Focus on Traditional and Agile Methods

This course is well-suited for hybrid project managers as it provides insights into how with MS Project you can manage both Waterfall and Agile approaches. 

It covers Agile-specific tools such as Sprint planning, task boards, burndown charts, and backlog management, making it suitable for Agile project managers as well.

Brief Profile: Sanjeev Kaushal, PMP 

Current Role: Project Manager with over 10 years of experience in Software Development.

MSP and CHAMP Certification Reviews: 

• CHAMP Success Story: A Niche Certification – Never Seen Anything Like This Before
• MS Project Live Lessons – Enables to Learn and Master the Application to Help in Delivering Successful Projects
• Mastering MS Project Agile Course Review–An Absolutely Delightful, High-Quality Course At A Very Low Cost!
• MS Project 2016 Live Lessons–An Effective Way to Learn Microsoft Project
• MS Project 2016 Live Lessons–Concise Course with Precise Information and Effective Learning
• MS Project 2016 Live Lessons – A Practical Guide for PMBOK and A Must Do Course for PMPs
• MS Project 2013 Live Lessons - Crisp And Effective Way To Master Your Concepts

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Scrum at Scale with CIPSA: The Dos and Don’ts

In a recent international webinar series, I presented the unique CIPSA framework and the associated CIPSA certification. This is the only certification in the world with hands-on, practical applicability for both Scrum at Scale and Kanban at Scale. 

Certain questions came up about the dos and don'ts while using the CIPSA Scrum Framework using the MS Project Agile software tool. One keen participant asked: We don't have 100% dedicated team members. They work in multiple projects. Will the CIPSA Scrum framework, work? 

To know the answer to the above question and other aspects, you can watch the concluding part of the webinar series here. The webinar series was conducted by MPUG in collaboration with ManagementYogi.

In this article, we will explore a simple set of dos and dont's. For in-depth explanation, and understanding with certification, you can use this course.

The Dos

Do # 1: Make extensive use of the available custom fields in MS Project Agile.

MS Project Agile comes with a number of custom fields related to text, number, flags and others. You can take advantage of this. For Scrum at Scale, while using multiple teams, make liberal use of custom fields in place of typing yourself every time. 

Example: Team custom field for Resources.

Important Note: The CIPSA framework can be used with other software tools, which provide scaling capabilities. It's not tied to one specific tool at all.

Do # 2: Segregate resources across multiple Scrum Teams. 

This applies to both Scrum and Kanban teams. You can segregate the resources with the help of built-in or custom fields based on their groups. But always remember, it’s a single CIPSA team!

Example: Grouping PO group. PO stands for (Team) Product Owner.

Do # 3: For every Individual Scrum Team, have a separate Scrum Board view.

In MS Project Agile, there are many Board Views to manage your Scrum projects at Scale. There are views such as Sprint Planning Board view, Sprint Planning Sheet view, among others. For Scrum at Scale, you should have separate views for your individual Scrum teams. 

However, the collective Scrum board view for the entire CIPSA team will be one. 

Again, many software tools provide separate board views for individual Scrum teams. They can be definitely used with the CIPSA framework.

Do # 4: For every Individual Scrum Team, have separate tables and filters. 

For Scrum at Scale using the CIPSA Scrum Framework, there will be commonalities among the individual Scrum teams, but there will also be differences. Because individual team choices can differ.

Don’t consider all teams to be equal and give flexibility with respect to tables and filters.

Do # 5: Have fully-dedicated CIPSA Scrum team members.

One of the characteristics of successful Scrum teams is to have fully dedicated team members, who are 100% available. The CIPSA Scrum Team Members should be 100% available. 

The Don’ts

Don’t # 1: Don’t go scaling without a strategy. 

Scaling and strategy go hand-in-hand. If you don’t have a strategy, but are still scaling, it’s unlikely to succeed. If you don’t have a strategy, then you also don’t need the roles of Chief Product Owner (CPO) and Principal Scrum Master (PSM).

Don’t # 2: Don’t hire people only for skills, but primarily for attitude.

Skills are needed. However, it's the attitude, first and foremost, which will determine the altitude for Scrum at Scale. You need people who have the capacity to build, take a lot of pains and setbacks. It’ll happen during the initial period.

Don’t # 3: Don’t forget to nurture talent.

Nurture talent and have one-to-one meetings with key people. It’s very important, but rarely done. This is really needed as Agile development demands intense collaboration and trust. 

Don’t # 4: Don’t use the wrong software tool to scale your Scrum projects.

The CIPSA Framework supports both Scrum and Kanban. It also is capable of taking any software tool which can handle scaling. 

If you’re especially using the CIPSA Scrum Framework, then choose the right software tool, which can scale. MS Project Agile is capable of handling Scrum at Scale and provides sufficient features to do so. Hence, this tool is specifically used.

Don’t # 5: Don’t have too many tools. The lesser, the better.

The focus of Scrum at Scale is also delivering working software or working products. The focus is not on having multiple tools. In fact, the fewer the number of tools, the better. 

If you use 5 or 10 tools to manage, it’s not really Agile!

Get CIPSA certified – Heavy on practice, but light on your pocket

The CIPSA framework is not only the simplest possible framework in the world, but also practical, hands-on and in-depth. It’s very light on your pocket.

This certification is not in thousands of dollars… not even hundreds. With much less, you can become a CIPSA. As the above section headline says: it’s heavy on practice, but light on your pocket. 

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To find out more about the CIPSA Scrum Framework, you can download the CIPSA Framework Guide. It’s free to download. 

For in-depth understanding with hands-on scaling, be a CIPSA certified professional.

Certified In Practical Scaled Agile

• Certified In Practical Scaled Agile (CIPSA) Course – Practical and Economical

Mastering MS Project Agile 

• Mastering MS Project Agile Course – Hands-on, In-depth

Webinar: Upcoming PMBOK 8th Edition and Artificial Intelligence (AI) – A Comprehensive Introduction

 

In two articles written in early January, 2025, I’ve briefly outlined how Artificial Intelligence has been introduced into the new and upcoming PMBOK Guide, 8th edition. Currently, the PMBOK Guide, 8th Edition is in draft form and was made available for public comment in December, 2024.

Artificial Intelligence and its usage in project management are beginning to take shape. A number of small to large AI projects are being launched. It's not just by large organizations that will provide the AI “electricity” for everyone, similar to cloud computing.

Rather, as I’ve observed and experienced with various AI tools, mostly large language models (LLMs), AI will also be powered by smaller companies that have their own AI “electricity supply.” I’ve noted it in another recent article on the upcoming PMBOK guide, 8th edition and AI. 

In AI projects, project managers will play an important role. Many areas of project management such as schedule management, cost management, risk management, and resource management etc. can benefit from the support of AI.

The Project Management Body of Knowledge or the PMBOK Guide from the Project Management Institute is one of most widely used guides for project management. If you are a PMP, an aspiring PMP or a project management practitioner, this upcoming event on April 30, 2025, is a must-attend.

In the PMBOK Guide, you not only have Artificial Intelligence as a specific tool and technique (AI) but also related ones.

In my upcoming webinar, we are going to cover many aspects of PMBOK and will see the entry of AI into the guide. It’ll be a comprehensive introduction. This will be conducted by Master Projects for Unlimited Growth (MPUG). 

Join us in this webinar to know more on PMBOK Guide, 8th edition and its integration with AI related content.

The links are noted below. Registration is closed. 

Webinar: The New PMBOK Guide and Artificial Intelligence – A Comprehensive Introduction

• Date: April 30, 2025
• Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST/EDT, US
               09:30 PM - 10:30 PM, IST, India
• Duration: 1 hour (60 minutes)
• Registration: https://mpug.com/event/the-new-pmbok-guide-and-artificial-intelligence-an-introduction/

You will learn the followings:

• The Upcoming PMBOK Guide, 8th edition - What's New?
• PMBOK Guide, 8th Edition – Principles 
• PMBOK Guide, 8th Edition – Performance Domains
• PMBOK Guide, 8th Edition – Process Groups
• The New Process Map in the PMBOK
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• PMBOK and AI - How do they fit together?

It’ll have face-to-face question and answer (Q&A) session. 

Quick Note: The image at the top-left of this teaser was generated by an AI model using a recent photo of mine. The model created the image in the Ghibli style.

Join us for this webinar on the PMBOK Guide, 8th Edition and Artificial Intelligence. It's the first such webinar in the world.

References

[1] The New PMBOK Guide – 8th Edition, Project Management and Artificial Intelligence, by MPUG.com 

[2] Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Guide, 8th edition draft, by Project Management Institute (PMI)

[3] Article: PMBOK8 – First View and Analysis: Process Groups, Performance Domains and Addition of Artificial Intelligence (AI), by ManagementYogi.com

[4] Article: PMBOK8 – First View and Analysis on Agile, Hybrid and More of Artificial Intelligence (AI), by ManagementYogi.com

PfMP Exam Prep – How to Write All Portfolio Management Processes in Just 5 Minutes!

One common difficulty when preparing for the PfMP exam is remembering and writing all the portfolio management processes across the five knowledge areas (KAs) and three process groups (PGs). But they are very important know and apply as you prepare for the exam.

Importance for the PfMP Exam

To understand portfolio management, it’s essential to grasp the interactions among processes spread across the process groups (PGs) and knowledge areas (KAs). Therefore, remembering these processes is important. The processes are involved in many activities such as:

• Development of key strategic and governance artifacts such as the Portfolio Strategic Plan (PfSP), Portfolio Charter (PfC), Portfolio Roadmap (PfRM), etc.
• Identification, categorization, scoring, and ranking of portfolio components, as well as the ongoing evaluation, selection, prioritization, and balancing of the portfolio.
• Authorization of portfolio components such as programs, projects, and operations.
• Ensuring strategic changes are reflected in the portfolio.
• Managing resources, benefits/value delivery, and portfolio reporting.
• Building a risk-adjusted portfolio and ensuring it delivers value in alignment with the organization’s risk profile, among other responsibilities.

Do note that the terms like PfSP, PfRM, and PfC are my own for simplicity. You won’t find them anywhere else. I use them because they’re easier to remember.

Each portfolio management process also involves several critical tools and techniques (T&Ts), such as scoring and weighting methods, prioritization techniques, and demand-supply (capacity and capability) analysis. So, again, you have to remember these processes for your PfMP exam. 

As mentioned earlier, the main challenge is quickly recalling and writing down all the processes – to be specific in 5 minutes.

Process Groups (PG), Knowledge Areas (KA) and Processes

In the Standard for Portfolio Management, there are not only 16 processes but also several knowledge areas (KAs) and process groups (PGs). Again, the terms PG and KA are my own; they will be used in the video demonstration and are intended to help you remember them more easily.

In this post, you'll learn how to write down all the processes in just five minutes. The video is taken from the PfMP Live Lessons course. This comprehensive course includes an extensive set of videos, such as how to write down formulas, sequence the processes, understand process interactions, solve mathematical questions, and much more.

With practice, you can get it down to just three minutes. This video demonstrates how to write all of the following in five minutes:

• All 3 process groups (PGs),
• All 5 knowledge areas (KAs), and 
• All 16 processes.

Video: How to Write Down the 16 Processes in 5 Minutes

In this video, I demonstrate how to write out all 16 processes in just 5 minutes. The first time you try, it might take 10 minutes or more. But with practice, you'll easily bring it down to 5 or even 3 minutes. Of course, this assumes you're already familiar with the processes!

Video duration: 07m 50s

More Tips and Notes

Below are some tips and notes. A comprehensive set of tips and notes are available in video format and they are part of the PfMP Live Lessons, Guaranteed Pass course.

• Use short terms like Pf, PfSP, PfC, etc., to write quickly.
• Don’t erase content; instead, use the Pan command to move the screen and add extra content.
• Practice using a few commands (e.g., line, text box, eraser) to become faster at writing within 3 minutes.
• Avoid using the "Clear" command in the PfMP exam whiteboard, if available, as it will erase all content!
• When using the Pan button, stick to one strategy for movement, either left to right or top to bottom, to avoid confusion during the exam.

I believe this post, along with the video, notes, and tips, will greatly assist in your PfMP exam preparation.

The PfMP exam is long and requires both physical and mental agility. Writing down these processes in the first five minutes will be a great help.

Final Words

As of April 2025, the PfMP exam is available only in computer-based testing (CBT) mode. The online proctored testing (OPT) mode is not offered. Nevertheless, in the CBT exam, you'll have access to an online whiteboard as part of your exam screen.

If you're using plain paper or an erasable sheet (depending on the exam center), you can write down the 16 processes using the tips mentioned earlier.

For more tips on using the whiteboard, similar to the real PfMP exam, check out this post.

If you're reading this post, I wish you the very best in your PfMP exam journey. With the right preparatory course, like the Guaranteed PfMP Pass course, you are on the path to PfMP Exam success.

PfMP Exam Courses and Book:

[1] PfMP Live Lessons - Guaranteed Pass or Your Money Back

[2] PfMP Exam Prep Online Course with Money-Back Guarantee

[3] PfMP Exam Prep Book – I Want To Be A PfMP, First Edition

[4] Article - PMP Online Proctored Exam – How to Write 49 Processes of PMBOK6 in 7 Minutes 

Top 10 Reasons To Go with PfMP Live Lessons – The Guaranteed PfMP Pass Course

The Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP®) certification is the highest-level credential offered by PMI®. If you're looking to drive your organization’s strategy forward and take the driver’s seat, this certification is for you.

Recognizing the value and importance of the PfMP certification, ManagementYogi has prepared the PfMP Live Lessons course. It’s also known as the Guaranteed PfMP course because it’s directly tied to helping you pass the PfMP exam.

Another critical factor is the cost of certification. Globally, the cost of PfMP preparation is quite high. But the PfMP Live Lessons course is offered at a very affordable price. 

With that in mind, here are the top 10 reasons to choose the PfMP Live Lessons – Guaranteed Pass or Your Money Back course.

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Reason – 1. World’s Only PfMP Certification Exam Preparation Course with a Full Money-Back Guarantee.

This course is comprehensive and in-depth, featuring a wealth of exercises and practical applications. No other PfMP course in the world offers the same level of detailed explanations and hands-on learning. To top it all, it comes with a full (100%) money-back guarantee.

Reason – 2. No Terms and Conditions — Except That You Take the PfMP Exam.

No one else in the world offers this. You just need to attempt the exam twice to be eligible for the money-back guarantee. 

Please note that, in my experience, nearly all aspirants who take my course, pass the exam on their first attempt. Hence, you've a very high chance of success of with the 1st attempt itself.

Reason –3. PfMP – The Highest-Level Certification Offered by PMI.

With your PfMP certification, you'll significantly increase your market value. There are a number of benefits and I’ve highlighted a few of them. 

Watch the below YouTube video for more reasons to pursue the PfMP certification: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qO99kJsNozU

Reason – 4. Full Support for PfMP Application Approval.

Your application for PfMP should be top-notch. As it’s the highest-level PMI certification, the review is going to be thorough. ManagementYogi will provide full support for your PfMP application preparation, review.  

If your application is not approved (which is highly unlikely), you’ll receive a full refund—no questions asked. 

Reason – 5. Don’t Wait Years to Become a PfMP.

Achieve it in just a few months. This course helps you accelerate your preparation and ace the exam.

We’ve already seen numerous PfMP success stories with the help of our course and book.

Reason – 6. Affordable Price, Premium Quality.

Search anywhere—ManagementYogi offers the most cost-effective PfMP course in the market.

It’s not thousands of dollars—it’s around 25% of the typical cost, without compromising on quality. When you with a poor quality course, time adds-up and preparartion becomes longer. Time is money.

Reason – 7. Real-World Tools and Software Integration.

Learn how PfMPs work in practice using tools like MS Project, Primavera PPM, and Primavera Cloud as needed.

Guaranteed PfMP curse is the only course in the world, which provides explanations with practical, hands-on software tools. 

Reason – 8. Video-Based Exercises + Practice Exams.

Includes numerous video exercises and flow-based activities across knowledge areas (KAs), process groups (PGs), processes as well as inputs, tools and techniques and outputs (ITTOs).

Also includes 4 full-length practice tests—giving you the confidence to crack the exam.

Reason – 9. Ongoing Support Throughout Your PfMP Journey.

Ask any question at any time. Every question will be answered—you’re never alone in your preparation.

You might have a large number of questions or clarifications. In such cases, a directly face-to-face virtual call with set-up to address your queries. 

Reason – 10. A Proven Track Record of PfMP Exam Success.

I’ve personally worked with many successful PfMPs. With PfMP Live Lessons, you have an excellent chance of success—and I’ll be there every step of the way.

Conclusion

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You Can Also Check:

[1] PfMP Live Lessons, Guaranteed Pass – Economical and Full Money-Back Guarantee (Has the detailed course breakdown)

[2] PfMP Certification Exam – Sample Videos, Choose and Play

[3] PfMP Certification Exam – Sample Questions, Part – 1 and Part – 2

Nine More Sample Videos: PfMP Live Lessons – Guaranteed Pass or Your Money Back

This is in continuation of the following posts: 

• PfMP Live Lessons – Guaranteed Pass or Your Money Back
• Sample Videos: PfMP Live Lessons - Guaranteed Pass or Your Money Back
• More Sample Videos: PfMP Live Lessons - Guaranteed Pass or Your Money Back

In this post, 9 more videos have been made public. The access to these videos is completely free and can be seen at the YouTube channel of Management Yogi.

Recently (last month), aspiring PfMPs have asked for more sample videos. With these set of additional videos, in total, nearly 30 videos have been shared. I believe it will help in finalizing your decision. 

The videos are from:

• Lesson - 6: Portfolio Goveranance Management (2 videos)
• Video - 6.21 Flow and Tips - Portfolio Management Plan
• Video - 6.40 Colored Portfolio Bubble Charts
• Lesson - 7: Portfolio Performance Management (3 videos)
• Video - 7.4 Processes in Portfolio Performance Management
• Video - 7.10 Performance Management and PfMP Exam ECO
• Video - 7.33 Portfolio Efficient Frontier (PEF)
• Lesson - 8: Portfolio Communications Management (2 videos)
• Video - 8.2 Portfolio Communication Management
• Video - 8.21 Communication Matrix
• Lesson - 9: Portfolio Risk Management (2 videos)
• Video - 9.3 Portfolio Risks Vs. Program and Project Riskss
• Video - 9.7 What is Portfolio Risk Management

You can check these videos one by one.

• Part 1 of this series: Sample Videos from PfMP Live Lessons (Link)
• Part 2 of this series: More Sample Videos from PfMP Live Lessons (Link)

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Videos: Lesson 6 - Portfolio Governance Management

Video – 6.21 Flow and Tips - Portfolio Management Plan (4m:15s)

This video comes with flow diagrams and tips for Portfolio Management Plan preparation. This will help you a lot in your preparation for the PfMP exam.

Video 6.40 – Colored Portfolio Bubble Charts (2m:18s)
Bubble Charts are used widely in portfolio management. One of the goals to use bubble charts to balance the components of the portfolio. This video explains, where the bubble chart has been created with MS Excel software. A number of other sofware tools are used throughout the PfMP Live Lessons course.

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Videos: Lesson 7 - Portfolio Strategic Management

Video 7.4 – Processes in Portfolio Performance Management (1m:45s)
There are 3 processes in Portfolio Performance Management. This another knowledge area, where you can expect a large number of question. This video gives the first overview of the 3 processes used and tip.

Video 7.10 – Performance Management and PfMP Exam ECO (3m:49s)
The PfMP exam is based on the Examination Content Outline (ECO). The ECO sets the exam blueprint. For your PfMP, you must know the domains and task mapping with the processes of a knowledge area. This video gives lucid explanation with such a map for Performance Management KA.

Video 7.33 – Portfolio Efficient Frontier (5m:09s)

Portfolio Efficient Frontier (PEF) is a specific tool and technique (T&T) in the Manage Portfolio Value process. The PEF gives clarity on which portfolio choose - value-maximizing, cost-minimzing and the most efficient one. This gives a detailed example.

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Videos: Lesson 8 - Portfolio Communication Management

Video 8.2 – Portfolio Communication Management (5m:34s)
Portfolio Communication Management is one of the domains in PfMP exam's ECO. It's also a knowledge area in the Standard for Portfolio Management. This video explains communication management, along with stakeholder management. There is no separate knowledge area called Portfolio Stakeholder Management!

Video 8.21 – Communication Matrix (5m:59s)

This matrix is used as part of the Communication Requirements Analysis, a key T&T in the Develop Portfolio Communication Management Plan (PfCMP). This is matrix is not only for also foundational for PfCMP creation. This video expplains and shows a matrix with a number of examples.

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Videos: Lesson 9 - Portfolio Risk Management

Video 9.3 – Portfolio Risks Vs. Program and Project Risks (2m:33s)
Portfolio Risks is very different compared to program and project risks. Portfolio is about strategic fitness, maximizing portfolio and balanced components. This video explains.

Video 9.7 – What's Portfolio Risk Management (3m:24s)

Here, I provide a clear defintion of Portfolio Managment. A number of processes as well as activities will be involved in Portfolio Risk Management. There are only 2 processes in Portfolio Risk Managment, these can be trickly as you dive deeper. This video explains.

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To know more about this course and what is Guaranteed PfMP or Your Money Back Program, 

please refer:

PfMP Live Lessons – Guaranteed Pass or Your Money Back

• Part 1 of this series: Sample Videos from PfMP Live Lessons (Link)
• Part 2 of this series: More Sample Videos from PfMP Live Lessons (Link)

If you require more information, please send a mail to: managementyogi@gmail.com

You can also see the sample videos in a playlist or select one video from the playlist:

• PfMP Guaranteed Pass Sample Video Playlist - or - 
• PfMP Guaranteed Pass - Select a Video 
  

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• PfMP Success Stories and Reviews by Certified PMI-PfMP

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