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Taking and preparing for the PMP exam is a major investment in terms of time, effort, and money. To ensure you receive a positive return on that investment, you want to complete the process having earned your PMP certification. 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Earning your Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification is no different. While each individual may face their own unique challenges as they navigate the certification process, there are three common problems that you’re likely to face: [Read More](https://resources.educate360.com/the-top-3-problems-with-getting-your-pmp-certification) Share -  Close - - - - - - [mailto:?body=https://resources.educate360.com/the-top-3-problems-with-getting-your-pmp-certification](mailto:?body=https://resources.educate360.com/the-top-3-problems-with-getting-your-pmp-certification) ![The Complete PMP® Certification Guide Hero](https://resources.educate360.com/hubfs/the-complete-pmp-certification-guide-hero.png) #### Are you interested in earning your Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification, but you’re unsure how to start the process? Learn what steps you need to take to become a PMP certification holder and subscribe to our blog. 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Two of the most popular certification options are the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification. What is the difference between the CAPM vs. PMP certification in exam difficulty, requirements, effects on salary, and more? Use our CAPM vs. PMP guide to fully understand your options and decide which certification is right for you. 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When project managers complete the exam and earn the Project Management Professional® certification, their chances of winning bigger business drastically increases, because they’re expanding their skills. Earning Project Management Institute’s Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification can give you the competitive advantage you need to win more clients, increase your earning potential, and regularly deliver successful projects. 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While the PMP® certification and the PMI-ACP® certification are both earned after passing an exam, the primary difference between the two is the methods on which they focus. The PMP exam is focused on the Waterfall methodology, and subsequent project management approaches that support this methodology. In contrast, the PMI-ACP exam is entirely focused Agile practices. 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This not only makes them more effective project managers, but it also helps you improve your organization, compete for bigger and better projects, and ultimately increases your bottom line revenue. 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Project management experts are in high demand, because it’s a role that can ensure major projects are executed successfully. 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