TOPIC: Need Some Guidance! On Taking the PMI-ACP Exam

Hi everyone,

I’m a small business owner looking to sharpen my skills and update my organization's process. I’m completely new to certifications and not sure where to begin.

Can anyone share realistic cost expectations? Want to do this right.

Hi Christopher,

Please find a rough breakdown of the cost for PM-ACP exam:
1. Required Contact Hours Course: $50 – $499 USD -> Use Udemy sales – Courses like Joseph Phillips’ often go for $15–$25 during promos and fulfill the 21 contact hours.
2. Study Materials (books, guides): $50 – $100 -> Mike Griffiths book + Agile Practice Guide
3. Practice Exams & Simulators : $0 – $100 -> I would definitely recommend The PrepCast PMI-ACP Exam Simulator and there is an offer going on currently
4. Exam Fee (non-PMI member): $495 -> I would recommend to go with PMI membership for its numerous discounts and benefits. Check their website for more details.

Overall, you can complete the PMI-ACP on a budget of $600 - $700 USD.