5I PMP Prep Books and Materials Overview.

What to study first, sequence, breadth and load?

Quick links to the books reviewed here are provided on this site. You don't have to buy from here, totally up to you if you want to shop directly on the internet and stop by a book store. I'm listing what worked for me.

First, obtain a copy of the PMBOK 6th Edition. This is the standards guide and only reading this book will not get you ready for the exam. You need this book as the study material refers to charts, concepts, tools and other topics found in here. This is not your typical fiction book, in fact it's a super dry and boring material written in a neutral and emotionless language. It is your reference book, similar to Chemical Elements Table when you studied Chemistry in school. Well, maybe a bit more than just a table, but that's how long you will want to spend when you read it, this guide will not be your favourite cup of tea.

Second, obtain a printed copy of The PMP Exam: How to Pass on Your First Try, Sixth Edition by Andrew Crowe. Strongly recommend you study Crowe's material first, don't touch Rita's book until you finish Crowe's book and online material. Andrew Crowe's book is written in an engaging and motivating style that you will finish reading and practicing in roughly 3.5 weeks. This is your first wave of getting fundamental blocks and knowledge in place.

Third, obtain a printed copy of PMP Exam Prep: Accelerated Learning to Pass the Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Paperback - Feb 1 2018. Rita's book is the fine tooth comb that will help you solidify your learning from the other material. It is thorough and may require re-reading a few times when you get stuck in taking the sample tests.

Quick tips from BK:

• Always follow the instructions.
• Study in a sequential order in a structured manner.
• When taking any sample tests pretend you are in an actual test environment.