Lesson 12: Post-PMP Certification

Question 1

Forum where PMs meet regularly to discuss industry best practices.

Answer 1

Community of Practice

Question 2

Six Sigma-certified professionals focus on analyzing statistics to improve efficiency and decrease waste in many organizations. There are six levels called belts, beginning with yellow and increasing toward black.

Answer 2

Six Sigma

Question 3

Certified Scrum Masters are at the entry-level certification in the agile framework. They understand the methodologies and values of Scrum, including team performance, accountability, and iterative progress.

Answer 3

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

Question 4

There are three levels (I, II, and III) for Professional Scrum Masters. These certifications lead from a foundational to a distinguished level of Scrum mastery.

Answer 4

Professional Scrum Master (PSM)

Question 5

Product Owners focus on the customer, which can be external or internal to an organization, depending on how it’s structured. Certified product owners have a clear understanding of creating a product vision and how to choose the right next piece of work to bring value to customers.

Answer 5

Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)

Question 6

Think CSM and PSM, but on a larger, broader scale. The Certified SAFe professionals demonstrate their ability to support company directives and lead transformations in a lean and agile at an enterprise level. There are several levels of SAFe certifications.

Answer 6

Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

Question 7

A broader approach to learning about agile methodologies, an Agile Certified Practitioner has knowledge across agile approaches (such as Scrum, Kanban, Lean, extreme programming (XP), and test-driven development).

Answer 7

PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP)

Question 8

A perfect first step in a PM’s agile development, the disciplined agile way of thinking emphasizes tailoring approaches and adapting projects to their environment.

Answer 8

PMI Disciplined Agile Scrum Master (DASM)

Question 9

The next step from the DASM is the DASSM. This certification highlights optimizing teamwork and value and emphasizes collaboration across agile teams.

Answer 9

PMI Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master (DASSM)

Question 10

Not specific to one methodology, certified business analysts can transition between different projects to support gathering requirements and developing potential solutions.

Answer 10

PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PBA)

Question 11

The value stream consultant focuses on the worth of the project and the value it brings to the customer and the organization.

Answer 11

Disciplined Agile Value Stream Consultant (DAVSC)

Question 12

The coaching certification shows your desire to share your knowledge and skills of agile practices. Certified coaches facilitate culture change and transformation within and across teams.

Answer 12

Disciplined Agile Coach (DAC)

Question 13

Certified risk managers are project managers who develop additional skills to identify and assess project risks, mitigate threats, and capitalize on opportunities.

Answer 13

PMI Risk Management Professional (RMP)

Question 14

A certified scheduling professional has the knowledge and skill to drive the improved management of project schedules.

Answer 14

PMI Scheduling Professional (SP)

Question 15

If you’ve already obtained your PMP, the Agile Hybrid Project Pro certification is a great way to show you’re up to date and aligned with current standards.

Answer 15

PMI Agile Hybrid Project Pro (AHPP)

Question 16

Certified program managers are senior-level practitioners. They actively demonstrate their ability to advance their organization’s strategic goals.

Answer 16

PMI Program Management Professional (PgMP)

Question 17

Certified portfolio managers demonstrate their coordinated management of one or more portfolios to achieve strategic objectives for the organization.

Answer 17

PMI Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP)