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Aug 2023
13m 17s

PMP Exam Mindset - INTEGRATION Problem S...

Phill Akinwale, PMP, ACP, OPM3
About this episode

The Integration Knowledge Area of the PMP exam covers the processes involved in coordinating and managing the overall project. This includes ensuring that the project's scope, schedule, budget, and quality are aligned, and that changes to the project are managed effectively.

Problem solving is an important part of Integration Management, as project managers need to be able to identify and address problems quickly and effectively. In this video, we will discuss some of the key problem-solving techniques that project managers can use in the Integration Knowledge Area. We will cover topics such as:

  • Identifying and prioritizing problems
  • Developing solutions to problems
  • Communicating solutions to stakeholders
  • Managing change

We will also provide some tips on how to answer problem-solving questions on the PMP exam.

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