PMP · 42%
People
People is 42% of the PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) (PMP), administered by PMI. It falls under the Professional Certifications category.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Domain | People |
| Exam | PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) (PMP) |
| Domain Weight | 42% |
| Governing Body | PMI |
| Available in App | IT Management Cert Exam Prep: PMP, CISM, CISA & Java |
| Official Source | PMI official website ↗ |
PMP People: FAQ
How much of the PMP covers People?
People accounts for 42% of the PMP, which has 180 questions total. PMI publishes the official exam content outline with the most current weighting. The C3RT app covers all 4 PMP content areas.
What is the PMP exam format and how does People fit in?
The PMP has 4 content areas across 180 questions in 230 minutes, with a passing score of Above Target / Target / Below Target across 3 domains (no numeric score). People is content area 1 of 4 and carries 42% of the total exam weight. The other content areas are Process, Business Environment, Delivery Approaches (Predictive, Agile, Hybrid).
How do I study for the People section of the PMP?
Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT IT Management Cert Exam Prep: PMP, CISM, CISA & Java app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate People questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.
How many questions are on the PMP and what is the passing score?
The PMP consists of 180 questions in 230 minutes, with a passing score of Above Target / Target / Below Target across 3 domains (no numeric score). It is administered by PMI and the exam fee is $405 (PMI members) / $555 (non-members). The C3RT app includes full-length practice exams that mirror the real format across all 4 content areas.
Where can I find official PMI resources for People?
The official source for PMP content outlines and study resources is the PMI website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including People, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with PMI. It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with 180+ practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 4 content areas.
People is a content area on the PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) (PMP), a Professional Certifications exam administered by PMI. C3RT is not affiliated with PMI. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the PMI website.