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Class schedule

Live online PMP classes. Pick the date that fits your week.

From $1,095 (regularly $1,595). 100% money-back pass guarantee included.

August 2026

18 classes

  1. Aug 15 – 23

    Weekend Sat / Sun Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Joseph Tierney (MS, PMP)

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  2. Aug 17 – 21

    Bootcamp 5-Day "Bootcamp" Class · Monday-Friday

    9AM to 5PM

    Taught by Don Sheahan (MBA, PMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  3. Aug 17 – Sep 30

    Afternoon Mon / Weds Afternoons · 6 weeks

    12PM to 2PM

    Taught by Christine Fertl (MBA, PMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  4. Aug 17 – Sep 30

    Evening Mon / Weds Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Dr. Tonya Peterson (PMP, PfMP, LSSBB, CSM )

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  5. Aug 18 – 27

    Bootcamp Tues / Thurs Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Lee Cooper (PMP, CKM, CSM, ITILv3, LSSGB)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  6. Aug 18 – Oct 1

    Morning Tues / Thurs Mornings · 6 weeks

    6AM to 8AM

    Taught by Christine Fertl (MBA, PMP, CSM)

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  7. Aug 20 – Oct 6

    Morning Thurs / Tues Mornings · 6 weeks

    9AM to 11AM

    Taught by Dr. Mike Ikona (PMP, RMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  8. Aug 20 – Oct 6

    Evening Thurs / Tues Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Kevin Hart (MBA, PMP, ACP, ITIL, CSM, CISSP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  9. Aug 24 – Oct 7

    Evening Mon / Weds Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Joseph Tierney (MS, PMP)

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  10. Aug 24 – 28

    Bootcamp 5-Day "Bootcamp" Class · Monday-Friday

    9AM to 5PM

    Taught by Don Sheahan (MBA, PMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  11. Aug 24 – Oct 7

    Afternoon Mon / Weds Afternoons · 6 weeks

    3PM to 5PM

    Taught by Dr. Mike Ikona (PMP, RMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  12. Aug 25 – Sep 3

    Bootcamp Tues / Thurs Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Ron Ponce (CAPM, PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  13. Aug 25 – Oct 8

    Afternoon Tues / Thurs Afternoons · 6 weeks

    12PM to 2PM

    Taught by Joseph Tierney (MS, PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  14. Aug 27 – Oct 13

    Evening Thurs / Tues Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Dr. Mike Ikona (PMP, RMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  15. Aug 29 – Sep 19

    Weekend Saturday Class · 4 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Dani Chaparro (PMP, ACP, DASSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  16. Aug 31 – Sep 4

    Bootcamp 5-Day "Bootcamp" Class · Monday-Friday

    9AM to 5PM

    Taught by Don Sheahan (MBA, PMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  17. Aug 31 – Oct 14

    Afternoon Mon / Weds Afternoons · 6 weeks

    12PM to 2PM

    Taught by Kevin Hart (MBA, PMP, ACP, ITIL, CSM, CISSP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  18. Aug 31 – Oct 14

    Evening Mon / Weds Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Dr. Mike Ikona (PMP, RMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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September 2026

31 classes

  1. Sep 1 – Oct 15

    Morning Tues / Thurs Mornings · 6 weeks

    9AM to 11AM

    Taught by Christine Fertl (MBA, PMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  2. Sep 1 – 10

    Bootcamp Tues / Thurs Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Lee Cooper (PMP, CKM, CSM, ITILv3, LSSGB)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  3. Sep 3 – Oct 20

    Evening Thurs / Tues Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Ori Schibi (MBA, PMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  4. Sep 5 – 13

    Weekend Sat / Sun Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Jessika Jake (MS, PMP, PfMP, PgMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  5. Sep 7 – Oct 21

    Evening Mon / Weds Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Scott Rudowski (PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  6. Sep 8 – 17

    Bootcamp Tues / Thurs Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Ron Ponce (CAPM, PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  7. Sep 8 – Oct 22

    Afternoon Tues / Thurs Afternoons · 6 weeks

    3PM to 5PM

    Taught by Dr. Mike Ikona (PMP, RMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  8. Sep 9 – 18

    Bootcamp Weds / Fri Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Dani Chaparro (PMP, ACP, DASSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  9. Sep 10 – Oct 27

    Evening Thurs / Tues Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Gordon Young (PMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  10. Sep 12 – 20

    Weekend Sat / Sun Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Joseph Tierney (MS, PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  11. Sep 14 – Oct 28

    Afternoon Mon / Weds Afternoons · 6 weeks

    12PM to 2PM

    Taught by Christine Fertl (MBA, PMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  12. Sep 14 – Oct 28

    Evening Mon / Weds Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Kevin Hart (MBA, PMP, ACP, ITIL, CSM, CISSP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  13. Sep 14 – 18

    Bootcamp 5-Day "Bootcamp" Class · Monday-Friday

    9AM to 5PM

    Taught by Bonnie Cook (PMP, SMC)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  14. Sep 15 – 24

    Bootcamp Tues / Thurs Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Lee Cooper (PMP, CKM, CSM, ITILv3, LSSGB)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  15. Sep 15 – Oct 29

    Evening Tues / Thurs Evenings · 6 weeks

    11PM to 1AM

    Taught by Joseph Tierney (MS, PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  16. Sep 16 – Oct 30

    Morning Weds / Fri Mornings · 6 weeks

    9AM to 11AM

    Taught by Christine Fertl (MBA, PMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  17. Sep 17 – Nov 3

    Afternoon Thurs / Tues Afternoons · 6 weeks

    3PM to 5PM

    Taught by Joseph Tierney (MS, PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  18. Sep 17 – Nov 3

    Evening Thurs / Tues Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Dr. Tonya Peterson (PMP, PfMP, LSSBB, CSM )

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  19. Sep 19 – Oct 10

    Weekend Saturday Class · 4 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Dr. Mike Ikona (PMP, RMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  20. Sep 21 – Nov 4

    Evening Mon / Weds Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Jessika Jake (MS, PMP, PfMP, PgMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  21. Sep 21 – Nov 4

    Morning Mon / Weds Mornings · 6 weeks

    6AM to 8AM

    Taught by Christine Fertl (MBA, PMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  22. Sep 21 – 30

    Bootcamp Mon / Weds Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Bonnie Cook (PMP, SMC)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  23. Sep 22 – Oct 1

    Bootcamp Tues / Thurs Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Dani Chaparro (PMP, ACP, DASSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  24. Sep 22 – Nov 5

    Afternoon Tues / Thurs Afternoons · 6 weeks

    12PM to 2PM

    Taught by Dr. Mike Ikona (PMP, RMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  25. Sep 24 – Nov 10

    Evening Thurs / Tues Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Dani Chaparro (PMP, ACP, DASSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  26. Sep 26 – Oct 4

    Weekend Sat / Sun Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Christine Fertl (MBA, PMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  27. Sep 28 – Oct 2

    Bootcamp 5-Day "Bootcamp" Class · Monday-Friday

    9AM to 5PM

    Taught by Don Sheahan (MBA, PMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  28. Sep 28 – Nov 11

    Afternoon Mon / Weds Afternoons · 6 weeks

    3PM to 5PM

    Taught by Joseph Tierney (MS, PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  29. Sep 28 – Nov 11

    Evening Mon / Weds Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Barbara A. McKinnon (MSPM, PMP, ACP, CAPM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  30. Sep 29 – Nov 12

    Morning Tues / Thurs Mornings · 6 weeks

    9AM to 11AM

    Taught by Kevin Kovalic (PMP, PSM I, PSPO I, Project+)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  31. Sep 30 – Nov 13

    Afternoon Weds / Fri Afternoons · 6 weeks

    12PM to 2PM

    Taught by Dr. Mike Ikona (PMP, RMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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October 2026

30 classes

  1. Oct 1 – Nov 17

    Evening Thurs / Tues Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Joseph Tierney (MS, PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  2. Oct 3 – 11

    Weekend Sat / Sun Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Scott Rudowski (PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  3. Oct 5 – Nov 18

    Afternoon Mon / Weds Afternoons · 6 weeks

    12PM to 2PM

    Taught by Xavier Billingsley (PMP, LSSGB, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  4. Oct 5 – 9

    Bootcamp 5-Day "Bootcamp" Class · Monday-Friday

    9AM to 5PM

    Taught by Ron Ponce (CAPM, PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  5. Oct 5 – Nov 18

    Evening Mon / Weds Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Dani Chaparro (PMP, ACP, DASSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  6. Oct 6 – 15

    Bootcamp Tues / Thurs Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Lee Cooper (PMP, CKM, CSM, ITILv3, LSSGB)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  7. Oct 7 – 16

    Bootcamp Weds / Fri Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Bonnie Cook (PMP, SMC)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  8. Oct 8 – Nov 24

    Evening Thurs / Tues Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Jessika Jake (MS, PMP, PfMP, PgMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  9. Oct 8 – Nov 24

    Morning Thurs / Tues Mornings · 6 weeks

    9AM to 11AM

    Taught by Dr. Mike Ikona (PMP, RMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  10. Oct 10 – 31

    Weekend Saturday Class · 4 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Dani Chaparro (PMP, ACP, DASSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  11. Oct 12 – Nov 25

    Afternoon Mon / Weds Afternoons · 6 weeks

    3PM to 5PM

    Taught by Kevin Hart (MBA, PMP, ACP, ITIL, CSM, CISSP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  12. Oct 12 – 21

    Bootcamp Mon / Weds Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Lee Cooper (PMP, CKM, CSM, ITILv3, LSSGB)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  13. Oct 12 – Nov 25

    Evening Mon / Weds Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Dr. Tonya Peterson (PMP, PfMP, LSSBB, CSM )

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  14. Oct 13 – Nov 24

    Morning Tues / Thurs Mornings · 6 weeks

    6AM to 8AM

    Taught by Christine Fertl (MBA, PMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  15. Oct 13 – 22

    Bootcamp Tues / Thurs Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Dani Chaparro (PMP, ACP, DASSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  16. Oct 14 – Nov 27

    Afternoon Weds / Fri Afternoons · 6 weeks

    12PM to 2PM

    Taught by Christine Fertl (MBA, PMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  17. Oct 15 – Dec 1

    Evening Thurs / Tues Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Scott Rudowski (PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  18. Oct 17 – 25

    Weekend Sat / Sun Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Joseph Tierney (MS, PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  19. Oct 19 – Dec 2

    Morning Mon / Weds Mornings · 6 weeks

    9AM to 11AM

    Taught by Kevin Kovalic (PMP, PSM I, PSPO I, Project+)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  20. Oct 19 – Dec 2

    Evening Mon / Weds Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Gordon Young (PMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  21. Oct 19 – 23

    Bootcamp 5-Day "Bootcamp" Class · Monday-Friday

    9AM to 5PM

    Taught by Don Sheahan (MBA, PMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  22. Oct 20 – 29

    Bootcamp Tues / Thurs Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Lee Cooper (PMP, CKM, CSM, ITILv3, LSSGB)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  23. Oct 20 – Dec 3

    Afternoon Tues / Thurs Afternoons · 6 weeks

    3PM to 5PM

    Taught by Christine Fertl (MBA, PMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  24. Oct 22 – Dec 8

    Evening Thurs / Tues Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Dr. Mike Ikona (PMP, RMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  25. Oct 24 – Nov 1

    Weekend Sat / Sun Bootcamp · 2 weeks

    10AM to 5PM

    Taught by Dr. Mike Ikona (PMP, RMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  26. Oct 26 – Dec 9

    Evening Mon / Weds Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Christine Fertl (MBA, PMP, CSM)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  27. Oct 26 – 30

    Bootcamp 5-Day "Bootcamp" Class · Monday-Friday

    9AM to 5PM

    Taught by Don Sheahan (MBA, PMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  28. Oct 26 – Dec 9

    Afternoon Mon / Weds Afternoons · 6 weeks

    12PM to 2PM

    Taught by Joseph Tierney (MS, PMP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  29. Oct 28 – Dec 11

    Afternoon Weds / Fri Afternoons · 6 weeks

    12PM to 2PM

    Taught by Dr. Mike Ikona (PMP, RMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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  30. Oct 29 – Dec 15

    Evening Thurs / Tues Evenings · 6 weeks

    8PM to 10PM

    Taught by Ori Schibi (MBA, PMP, ACP)

    $1,595 $1,095 Save $500
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Why ThinkLouder

Same accreditation as the premium tier. Better proof than the budget tier.

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Instructors certified by PMI

Live classes are delivered by ATP-authorized instructors via PMTraining. Same accreditation as the premium-tier programs, taught by people who do this full time.

45,000+ professionals trained

Since 2015

ThinkLouder has trained 45,000+ professionals across PMP, CSM, CSPO, and other credentials since 2015. Trustpilot rating: 4.9/5 across 5,584 verified company-wide reviews.

100% pass guarantee

Money-back, no fine-print games

If you don't pass the PMP after three attempts within 120 days of class end, we refund your full enrollment. Conditions: attend class in full, complete portal practice, receive your Certificate of Completion before first attempt.

How we stack up

Most PMP candidates have four real options. Here's where each lands.

ThinkLouder Self-study Boot camps Corporate L&D
Format Live online cohorts, small groups Books + YouTube + PMI resources 1-week intensive Employer-provided LMS
Instructor PMI Authorized Training Partner instructors None Single instructor for a week Generic SME, often outdated
Price From $1,095 $50 to $300 $2,500 to $3,500 Free to you
Time to exam-ready 5 to 8 weeks 3 to 9 months (most plateau) 1 week (low retention) 3 to 6 months (slow-paced)
Pass support 100% money-back guarantee None Varies None
Best for Working pros who want structure + accountability Self-directed learners with deep prior PM context People with one open week and high tolerance for cramming People whose employer requires it and aren't in a hurry
Instructors

Taught by PMI Authorized Training Partner instructors.

Every cohort is led by a PMP-credentialed practitioner who's run real projects, not a recording, not a contractor reading slides.

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Barbara A. McKinnon (MSPM, PMP, ACP, CAPM)

Barbara’s passion for the project management discipline makes her the perfect choice for learning how to prepare for and pass the PMP Exam. Teaching others to learn, how to learn is Barbara’s greatest strength. Leaving no student behind, her dedication has led to 100% of her learners passing their PMP Exam on the first try.

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Bonnie Cook (PMP, SMC)

Bonnie Cook has more than 30 years of professional experience working as a project manager, systems engineer, curriculum developer, leadership facilitator, and professional consulting instructor. Bonnies volunteers as an advisor and PMP instructor for local PMI chapters exam preparation courses. Bonnie holds a Master’s Certificate in Project Management, a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, and a Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification from ƚhe Project Maagement Institute(PMI®). She is a certified Scrum Master (SMC®), a CompTIA® Certified Technical Trainer.

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Christine Fertl (MBA, PMP, CSM)

Christine is an enthusiastic PMP and CAPM instructor with over 20 years of real world experience leading projects, as well as developing and training organizational project management methodologies. Her background brings an effective and rich foundation of supporting successful learners of all levels. Christine has led IT and business projects at companies that include Walgreens, Aon Hewitt, Abbvie, Hospira, and CVS Health.

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Dani Chaparro (PMP, ACP, DASSM)

Dani holds the Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), and Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master (DASSM) credentials. He has over 30 years of experience across several industries managing projects, programs, and portfolios, utilizing several project lifecycle development approaches, and is a PMI Authorized Training Partner (ATP) instructor. He has studied project management at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Colorado State University-Global. He is also a U.S. Marine veteran, a licensed commercial helicopter pilot, and a real estate broker. Dani is currently a member of the Project Management Institute (PMI), the PMI Puget Sound Chapter in Greater Seattle, the Agile Alliance, and the American Society for Quality (ASQ).

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Don Sheahan (MBA, PMP, ACP)

Don is an experienced PMP instructor who has helped thousands of individuals prepare to pass their certification exam. Don provides exceptional training to students through a combination of expert PMBOK® Guide knowledge, and 30+ years of real world project management experience. As a Project Manager himself, Don has managed critical projects for customers such as NEC, Xerox, Air Products and Chemicals, and multiple state agencies.

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Dr. Mike Ikona (PMP, RMP, ACP)

Mike is a passionate and veteran instructor who has taught bootcamps in PMP, Agile, and PMI-RMP subject areas. Mike brings over 20 years of IT executive and project management experience into his training, which allows him to utilize real world examples to help students better understand course materials. In addition to project management, Mike teaches leadership, team dynamics, communications, and innovation courses at UCLA and the University of La Verne. Mike has worked for organizations such as Deluxe Entertainment, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Watts Industries, ABM Industries, Allied Building Products, Forest Lawn Mortuaries, and Lavi Industries. Mike obtained his Doctor of Psychology degree from Phillips Graduate University and his Bachelor of Arts in History from American Military University. Mike’s hobbies are astronomy, building models, and spending time with his wife and two daughters.

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Dr. Tonya Peterson (PMP, PfMP, LSSBB, CSM )

With a passion for project management and an eagerness to promote the growth of others, Tonya brings over 20 year of project, program, and portfolio management experience within the IT and business areas of the insurance, banking, academia, and retail industries. Tonya has led the introduction and improvement of project methodologies throughout her career. Tonya specializes in the alignment of IT and business needs to solution strategic organization objectives. Tonya has over 15 years of PM instructor experience within both the corporate and university arenas and is an international speaker on the topics of project management and agile methodologies.

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Gordon Young (PMP, CSM)

Gordon Young has delivered over 200 sessions of PMP Exam Prep training, helping over 2,500 people get their career credentials. He focuses on exam strategy, how to analyze question content, and techniques for making classes memorable. Gordon has worked as a Project Manager for large infrastructure projects in support of organizations such as Calibre Systems and RSR; and is a sought after speaker, coach, and trainer.

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Jessika Jake (MS, PMP, PfMP, PgMP, CSM)

Jessika is a project, program, portfolio, and strategic service-management leader whose career advanced from hands-on delivery to executive oversight. She spent several years as a web producer at NBC Universal, later moving into client-facing project management for BigLaw (Cravath, Pillsbury, Winston & Strawn, Fried Frank, Kirkland & Ellis, Weil), enterprise eCommerce (LifeProof, Otterbox), plus additional tech, marketing, training, and nonprofit initiatives for organizations like Princess Cruise Lines, PGA Tour, and the Outdoor Industry Association. Her project management experience led her to Fortune 100 program leadership, PMO directorship, and enterprise portfolio management. Jessika’s leadership spans multi-site operations, product and eCommerce releases, and change initiatives that tie strategy to execution. At Digital Operative, she drove a 130% productivity improvement and a 97–325% increase in effective hourly rate while elevating team performance, morale, and quality. Her certification prep engagements include work with the U.S. Air Force, HP, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Stanford University, Cognizant, ACCO Brands, and other complex environments that demand PMI- and ITIL-aligned best practices. Jessika is a certified PMI-ATP®, Axelos®, and DRIVE Success™ instructor who translates her real life experiences into palpable exam-ready guidance for her PMP, PgMP, PfMP, and ITIL students. She has received recognition from the American Society for Training & Development and the International Society for Performance Improvement and is an international speaker on the topic of leadership.

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Joseph Tierney (MS, PMP)

As a veteran training instructor, Joseph has presented over 150 certification preparatory courses including over 120 PMP bootcamp classes. Joseph is currently working with the UK government authority AXELOS to create integrated global practices including those used within the project management and information systems management fields. As a senior technical lead team analyst at HSBC from 2000 until 2009, Joseph led fifteen separate projects and initiatives at any given point in time. Joseph has also served on the executive board for the Boy Scout of America Monterey Bay Area Council in California.

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Kevin Hart (MBA, PMP, ACP, ITIL, CSM, CISSP)

Kevin is a 45-year practitioner of project management and has numerous certifications including the PMP, PMI-ACP, ITIL, 6 Sigma Black Belt, Scrum Master, CISSP and 4 degrees including an MBA in Organization Development and Change Management. Kevin has consulted nationally and internationally on project management, program risk management, business process reengineering, and a host of other subject areas in support of Fortune 100 companies. In the past 10 years Kevin has focused on PMP and PMI-ACP certificate exam preparatory courses and has trained hundreds of students across North America.

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Kevin Kovalic (PMP, PSM I, PSPO I, Project+)

Kevin Kovalic is a credentialed project management trainer teaching project management and Agile since 2010. Kevin has over 20 years of working project management experience combined with over 25 years within the software industry. As a result, he is able to apply practical experience with the class curriculum to enhance the student experience and consistently achieve extremely high marks from students. Kevin has continued growing within the profession through multiple certifications including PMP®, Scrum Master and Product Owner (PSM I™, PSPO I™), ECBA, Project+, CSSGB™, Microsoft certifications MCTS, and MCP.

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Lee Cooper (PMP, CKM, CSM, ITILv3, LSSGB)

Lee has taught PMP exam prep certification courses since 2007, and has over 25 years of direct project management experience. Over the course of his career, Lee has served as a Project Manager, IT Manager and Director for various firms. His project management experience crosses multiple domains, include Federal and State government, Clinical Research, Avionics, Publishing, Law Enforcement and Emergency Management areas.

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Ori Schibi (MBA, PMP, ACP)

Ori Schibi, has over 27years’ experience providing practical new ways of leading sustainable change through ambiguous conditions, managing projects, programs and PMOs, and helping organizations maximize the benefits from agile. Ori is a visionary thought leader, who brings an edge, along with his vast experience. His training sessions and speaking engagements are interesting, capturing, entertaining, and packed with valuable information, concepts and practical ideas.

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Ron Ponce (CAPM, PMP)

Ron is a strategically driven management trainer and executive coach with hands-on experience as a project manager, product manager, process specialist, and people manager. He has a 20+ year track record of successfully completing large and small scale implementations for organizations ranging from business startups to Fortune 100 firms. Ron has expertly built and led geographically dispersed, top-performing teams to deliver complex projects on time, within budget, and with high client satisfaction. As an expert trainer, Ron has mentored and trained hundreds of aspiring project professionals in the art and science of project management, who have gone on to be successful project leaders within their organizations. He has specialized over the years on building solid project management infrastructures both for organizations and for individuals. Ron holds a Bachelor of Arts University of California at Berkeley and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). He is a member of the Board of Directors for Tellefesen Hall Association (Home of the Cal Band) in Berkeley, and Cine Accion of San Francisco.

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Scott Rudowski (PMP)

Scott is an experienced PMP exam instructor who has led over 70 certification classes and trained over 1000 learners. He has also authored numerous project management articles, and developed courseware that is being utilized by project managers globally. He has led classes for the Department of Defense, Lockheed Martin, and the State of California. Scott has over 20 years of project leadership experience with organizations including Hewlett Packard, AT&T, Innovis, and Adventist Health. He has extensive experience developing and leading project management methodology for numerous companies across different industries. He has been instrumental in the creation and development of multiple ePMOs, and has created a library of artifacts utilized across various industries. Scott brings this real-world experience to every class he facilitates to help ensure participant success.

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Xavier Billingsley (PMP, LSSGB, CSM)

Xavier is an Army veteran who has spent over 18 years successfully delivering projects within the healthcare, construction, and software industries. In her Project Management career, Xavier is relied on as the Project Management expert to successfully turn around failing projects; and to develop newly promoted project and program managers. She has a stellar reputation for delivering stakeholder value, coaching PMs, and using a consultative approach to managing projects and programs. She has a passion for developing project management talent, and teaching project managers how to deliver projects proactively vs. being reactive. Xavier is certified as a PMP, LSSGB, CSM, Certified SAFe® Agilist, and PMOVR certified practitioner; and has been awarded the Individual Gold 5 Star award for her excellence in project delivery - a true achievement.

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Pass guarantee

100% money-back, and exactly what we mean by it.

If you don't pass the PMP after three attempts within 120 days of your live class ending, we refund the full enrollment amount. Here's how to qualify.

To qualify, all four of these must be true:

  1. 1You attend the live PMP class in full
  2. 2You complete every practice exam and quiz in the student portal
  3. 3You receive your Certificate of Completion before your first PMP exam attempt
  4. 4You sit for the official PMP exam up to three times within 120 calendar days of your class ending

Score below passing on all three attempts and we refund the full amount you paid for enrollment.

FAQ

Questions students always ask.

Do I need to have my PMP already to take this class?
No. This class prepares you to sit for the PMP exam. You'll need to meet PMI's eligibility requirements (see below) and submit your application before testing.
What are the 35 contact hours and do I get them?
PMI requires 35 hours of formal project management education before you can sit for the PMP exam. Our class delivers exactly 35 contact hours and you receive a certificate of completion that satisfies that requirement.
What's the eligibility for taking the PMP exam?
Either: (a) a 4-year degree + 36 months of leading projects in the last 8 years + 35 contact hours of project management education, or (b) a high school diploma / associate's degree + 60 months of leading projects in the last 8 years + 35 contact hours. You'll meet the 35-hour requirement by completing this class.
How does the PMI application audit risk work?
PMI randomly audits a small percentage of applications. Most candidates are not audited. We help you build a strong application (accurate role descriptions, the right verbiage, valid contact info for verifiers) to minimize audit risk and maximize approval speed.
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What's included in the tuition?
Live online instruction (35 contact hours), course materials and slides, our online practice-exam portal with 1,000+ questions, application help, and the pass guarantee. The PMI exam fee is paid separately to PMI when you submit your application.
Is the exam voucher included?
No. The PMP exam fee is paid directly to PMI when you submit your application: ~$405 for PMI members, ~$555 for non-members. We do not mark this up.
How does the money-back guarantee actually work?
If you don't pass the official PMP exam after three attempts within 120 calendar days of your live class ending, we refund the full amount you paid for enrollment. To qualify you must: (1) attend the live PMP class in full, (2) complete every practice exam and quiz in the student portal, and (3) receive your Certificate of Completion before your first PMP exam attempt.
Are payment plans available?
Yes. Eventbrite supports a split-payment option at checkout for U.S.-based learners. For invoicing or PO-based purchases (employer-paid), email training@thinklouder.com and we'll send a quote, W-9 and invoice.
What's the difference between the PMP and the CSM/PSM?
The PMP is broader: it covers predictive (waterfall), agile, and hybrid project management and is recognized in 200+ countries across nearly every industry. CSM/PSM are agile-only certifications focused on Scrum. Most senior project leaders carry both, but PMP is the credential employers ask for first when hiring project managers.
What's on the 2026 PMP exam?
The updated PMP exam (July 9, 2026 onward) covers AI in project management, sustainability, value delivery, and an expanded business environment section. Adaptive and hybrid methodologies make up roughly 60% of content; predictive (waterfall) makes up the remaining 40%. All of our cohorts teach to this updated content outline.
What's the class size?
Capped at 15 students per cohort so you can ask questions, participate in breakouts and get instructor attention. Most cohorts run with 10–14 active students.
Are recordings available if I miss a class?
Yes. Every session is recorded. If you miss a session you'll get the recording within 24 hours. Note: the pass guarantee requires that you attend the class in full. Recordings are for review and make-up purposes, not a substitute for attendance under the guarantee.
Do I get PDU credits after passing?
Yes. Once PMP-certified, the 35 contact hours from this class also count as 35 PDUs for your initial certification cycle. After that, ongoing PDUs come from continuing education.
How does this compare to PMTraining direct?
Our PMP classes are delivered by PMTraining (PMI Authorized Training Partner). Same instructors, same curriculum, same accreditation. ThinkLouder adds the online application-help workflow, dedicated support from our team, and the no-questions-asked pass guarantee on top.
What if I can't attend the time I signed up for?
Free transfer to any future cohort up to 7 days before class start. Inside 7 days we'll work with you to find a solution. We don't penalize you for needing to move.
Are there bulk or team discounts?
Yes. 3+ seats from one company qualifies for a team discount. Email training@thinklouder.com with the number of seats and we'll send a quote.
Is this exam-prep enough on its own?
For most candidates with current PM experience, yes. Our students consistently pass on the first attempt using only our materials + the PMI exam content outline. If you've been out of the project management workforce for a while, we'll point you to additional reading at no cost.
Can I get my employer to pay for this?
Most employers reimburse PMP training as professional development. We provide invoices, W-9s, and corporate purchase order support on request. Many of our students have their tuition reimbursed in full. Email us if your employer needs a custom invoice format.
What if I fail the in-class practice exams?
We'll work with you 1-on-1. Your instructor schedules a review session, we identify the weak content domains, and you get extra practice questions before sitting for the official PMP. The pass guarantee still applies.
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