To begin with, let’s clarify: you’re ready to work hard and to follow the plan. Otherwise, it will take you forever to pass this way. The key here is to perceive the PMP exam as your personal project and manage it like as you’re managing projects for your client. The difference here is that you are your client yourself; and you are the resource to release this project. What is more, you will need not only to plan this project, but to execute the plan yourself too. On one hand, it will add additional challenge. On the other hand, it will make the things even more exciting to get them done.
What do you need to launch this project? You will need the input data. This is actually what you usually need to start a project. I’m talking about the key performance indicators that we consider while planning a project. They are time, scope and budget. Of course, funds are important. But, as you have decided to take the test and to pass the certification you should be aware of the process: how much the test costs, how much the course costs, and other relevant expenses.