JUNE SESSION 1 DATES
22nd - 26th
The Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI)® is the world's most recognized project management credential. It validates your ability to lead projects, manage teams, and deliver results across any industry or methodology, whether predictive, agile, or hybrid. If you're ready to advance your career and prove your project management expertise, our accelerated 5-day bootcamp provides the intensive training and exam preparation you need to succeed.
This program combines live expert-led instruction, unlimited certification exam attempts, realistic practice tests, and comprehensive coverage of the PMBOK® Guide and Agile Practice Guide. Whether you're managing traditional waterfall projects, leading agile teams, or navigating hybrid approaches, you'll build the confidence and knowledge needed to pass the PMP exam and elevate your project management career.
All bootcamp programs include unlimited certification exam attempts. Students may retake their certification exam as many times as necessary until they achieve a passing score, providing confidence and reducing test anxiety.
This bootcamp is recommended for:
Experienced project coordinators and team leads ready to formalize their project management skills with the industry's premier certification.
Project managers with 3+ years of experience leading projects who want to validate their expertise and increase earning potential.
Product managers and business analysts who manage initiatives and want to strengthen their project delivery capabilities.
Operations managers and department heads responsible for coordinating complex projects and cross-functional teams.
Career advancers seeking leadership roles, higher salaries, and global recognition for their project management skills.
Important: PMP requires either 36 months of project management experience with a 4-year degree (bachelor’s or global equivalent) OR 60 months of project management experience with a high school diploma or associate’s degree. You must also complete 35 hours of project management education, which this bootcamp provides.
The PMP bootcamp runs over five consecutive days, Monday through Friday, with live, instructor-led online sessions. Each day focuses on the three domains of the PMP exam through a blend of lectures, real-world case studies, practice questions, and exam strategies. The intensive structure is designed for working professionals who want to earn this prestigious certification and advance into senior project management roles.
Our bootcamp programs follow an accelerated 5-day format with live online instruction. Students participate in daily sessions Monday through Friday, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical experience.
Bootcamps are offered throughout the academic year with multiple start dates:
Bootcamp Month
June Dates
JUNE SESSION 1 DATES
22nd - 26th
Bootcamp Month
July Dates
JULY SESSION 1 DATES
20th - 24th
Bootcamp Month
August Dates
AUGUST SESSION 1 DATES
17th - 21st
All bootcamp programs include unlimited certification exam attempts. Students may retake their certification exam as many times as necessary until they achieve a passing score, providing confidence and reducing test anxiety.
People Domain Foundation: Project team management, leadership skills and styles, conflict resolution, motivation theories, emotional intelligence, team development and performance, stakeholder engagement strategies, and effective communication techniques.
Process Domain Foundation: Project lifecycle management, predictive and agile methodologies, project planning fundamentals, scope definition and management, schedule development and control, budget planning and cost management, and quality management principles.
Process Domain Advanced: Risk management processes, procurement and vendor management, resource management, change control procedures, integration management, stakeholder communication plans, and managing project constraints.
Business Environment Domain: Benefits realization and value delivery, business case development, project compliance and governance, organizational change management, strategic alignment, business analysis techniques, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations.
Agile and Hybrid Approaches: Agile principles and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, XP), servant leadership, iterative and incremental delivery, adaptive planning, agile estimation and metrics, hybrid methodology selection, and comprehensive PMP exam preparation strategies.
Exam Code
Minutes
Questions
Leading and managing project teams, conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, stakeholder engagement, and team development.
Managing project lifecycle, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing projects across methodologies.
Delivering business value, benefits realization, compliance, governance, and strategic alignment.
Traditional approaches with sequential phases, detailed planning, and formal change control.
Iterative and adaptive approaches including Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid models blending predictive and agile practices.
You'll work through realistic project management scenarios and case studies:
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The PMP bootcamp is designed for experienced project coordinators, team leads, and managers ready to validate their expertise with the world’s most recognized project management certification. This bootcamp is perfect for:
Project managers with 3+ years of experience leading projects who want formal recognition and career advancement.
Product managers, business analysts, and operations managers who coordinate complex initiatives.
Team leads and aspiring project managers ready to transition into formal project management roles.
Career advancers seeking higher salaries, leadership positions, and global credibility in project management.
With expert instruction from PMP-certified professionals, real-world case studies, comprehensive exam preparation, and unlimited certification exam attempts, participants gain the knowledge and credentials they need to lead projects across any industry or methodology.
No, you can take the bootcamp before meeting the full experience requirement. However, to sit for the PMP exam, PMI requires either: (a) 36 months of project management experience with a 4-year degree, OR (b) 60 months of experience with a high school diploma/associate’s degree. You also need 35 contact hours of project management education, which this bootcamp provides. If you don’t yet meet the experience requirement, consider starting with the CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) certification instead.
Yes! This bootcamp provides all 35 contact hours (PDUs) of project management education required for PMP exam eligibility. Upon completion, you’ll receive a certificate verifying your 35 contact hours that you can submit with your PMP application to PMI.
Yes. PMP is the gold standard in project management and is recognized globally across all industries. PMP-certified professionals commonly report higher earning potential and improved access to senior roles.
The PMP bootcamp costs $995 (regularly $2,640). This includes all course materials, 35 contact hours certification, comprehensive exam prep, unlimited certification exam attempts, and career support services.
CIAT is a PMI Authorized Training Partner (ATP), ensuring you receive official PMI-aligned curriculum. Unlike self-study, you get live instruction from PMP-certified professionals, real-world case studies, coverage of predictive, agile, and hybrid methodologies, and unlimited exam attempts.
The PMP exam is challenging and requires thorough preparation. It consists of 180 questions over 230 minutes covering three domains: People (42%), Process (50%), and Business Environment (8%). The exam emphasizes scenario-based application over memorization.
Yes. The bootcamp covers predictive (waterfall), agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban), and hybrid approaches. You’ll learn when to apply each approach and how to adapt to different project environments.
All CIAT bootcamps are delivered live online with interactive instruction and real-time expert support.
The PMP bootcamp runs 9 hours per day with a 1-hour break:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM PST / 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM EST
Short answer: YES! It’s truly unlimited. You receive your first exam voucher on Day 4 of the bootcamp to ensure you’re properly prepared. If you don’t pass on your first attempt, you’ll need to complete 2 practice exams at 85% or higher to demonstrate readiness before receiving your next voucher. After 2 failed attempts, you will be offered the opportunity to retake the entire bootcamp instruction at no cost.
You can retake the exam as many times as needed until you pass. After your first failed attempt, you’ll need to complete 2 practice exams scoring 85% or higher. We provide additional materials, personalized support, and unlimited exam vouchers at no extra cost.
Refunds are calculated based on how much instruction you’ve received:
Cancel by the end of Day 1 (8 hours or 20% of the course) = 80% refund.
Cancel by the end of Day 2 (16 hours or 40% of the course) = 60% refund.
Cancel by the end of Day 3 (24 hours or 60% of the course) = 40% refund.
Cancel after Day 3 (more than 60% completed) = no refund available.
No refund is available once you complete Day 3 (24 hours of instruction or 60% of the course).
Yes. You can turn your PMP certification achievements into transfer credits that apply toward any CIAT certificate or degree program. Academic advisors are available to guide you in integrating your certifications into your degree plan.
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