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Exam Information
Official specifications published by CompTIA
Exam Format
90 min
Maximum 90
710
Entry-level to Intermediate
Registration
$358 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
Validity
Lifetime (Good for Life)
No recertification required - CompTIA Project+ is a Good for Life certification; Unlike other CompTIA certifications, Project+ does not require renewal or continuing education
PK0-005 Exam Topics and Domains
PK0-005 is organized into 4 weighted domains. Expect to work with JIRA, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Microsoft Teams, and more.
1
Project Management Concepts
33%
Project characteristics and methodologies
Project characteristicsAgile vs. Waterfall comparison
- Explain the basic characteristics of a project
- Compare and contrast various methodologies and frameworks used in IT projects
- Apply appropriate methodology selection criteria based on project context
Change control and management
Project-specific change control processes
- Apply project-specific change control processes
- Manage changes effectively within project constraints
Risk management
Risk identification and analysisRisk response strategies
- Identify risks in IT project environments
- Analyze risk responses and develop mitigation strategies
- Understand roles and responsibilities in risk management
Issue management
Issue tracking and resolution
- Track issues effectively
- Resolve issues systematically
- Document outcomes and lessons learned
Schedule management
Schedule developmentSchedule maintenance
- Identify project milestones
- Sequence activities logically
- Estimate resources and durations
- Maintain project schedules effectively
Quality and performance management
Quality assurance activities
- Compare quality assurance methods
- Implement performance management practices
- Monitor quality throughout project lifecycle
Communication management
Communication planning and execution
- Assess appropriate communication methods
- Develop communication platforms
- Manage stakeholder communication effectively
Meeting management
Effective meeting practices
- Set effective meeting agendas
- Assign appropriate meeting roles
- Use timeboxing techniques
- Document action items and decisions
Team and resource management
Resource management
- Analyze resource gaps
- Manage team performance
- Define roles and responsibilities clearly
Procurement and vendor selection
Vendor management
- Evaluate vendors effectively
- Understand contract types and procurement methods
- Manage vendor relationships
2
Project Life Cycle Phases
30%
Discovery phase
Discovery phase artifacts
- Explain discovery phase artifacts
- Understand financial concepts for project justification
- Evaluate project feasibility
Project initiation
Initiation activities
- Develop comprehensive project charters
- Identify all relevant stakeholders
- Create responsibility assignment matrices
- Conduct effective kickoff meetings
Project planning
Planning activities
- Assign resources effectively
- Develop comprehensive communication plans
- Define clear project scope
- Create detailed schedules and budgets
- Perform thorough risk assessments
Project execution
Execution activities
- Manage project tasks effectively
- Coordinate vendor activities
- Facilitate productive meetings
- Track and control budgets
- Resolve conflicts constructively
- Conduct phase gate reviews
Project closing
Closing activities
- Validate project deliverables
- Close contracts properly
- Release resources systematically
- Archive documentation comprehensively
- Conduct effective closure meetings
3
Tools and Documentation
19%
Project tools
Project management tools
- Use Gantt charts for schedule visualization
- Track progress with burndown charts
- Manage risks using risk registers
- Create effective project dashboards
Productivity tools
Collaboration and communication tools
- Compare communication and collaboration tools
- Use meeting tools effectively
- Manage documentation systematically
- Implement scheduling tools
- Utilize ticketing systems
Quality and performance charts
Analytical charts and diagrams
- Analyze quality data using histograms
- Apply Pareto analysis
- Use scatter diagrams for correlation analysis
- Perform root cause analysis with fishbone diagrams
- Interpret burnup and burndown charts
- Use decision trees for decision-making
4
Basics of IT and Governance
18%
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)
ESG project impacts
- Summarize project impacts on the environment
- Understand regulatory implications
- Align projects with company values
- Consider brand value in project decisions
Information security
Security concepts
- Explain physical security requirements
- Implement operational security practices
- Apply digital security measures
- Protect data throughout project lifecycle
Compliance and privacy
Regulatory compliance
- Understand confidentiality requirements
- Assess legal impacts of project decisions
- Apply privacy regulations appropriately
- Ensure compliance throughout project lifecycle
IT concepts
IT infrastructure and cloud
- Summarize IT infrastructure components
- Understand cloud computing models
- Apply software development lifecycle concepts
- Recognize database and network basics
Change control in IT
IT change control processes
- Explain IT infrastructure change control
- Understand software change control processes
- Apply CI/CD concepts
- Distinguish production and staging environments
How do I earn this certification?
Passing PK0-005 earns the CompTIA Project+ certification. It sits in the Project Management track.
Next Level Options
- CAPM - Certified Associate in Project ManagementPMI's entry-level project management certification
- PMP - Project Management ProfessionalGold standard in project management certification
- CSM - Certified ScrumMasterAgile/Scrum-focused project management credential
- PMI-ACP - PMI Agile Certified PractitionerAgile project management certification covering multiple methodologies
Alternative Paths
- PRINCE2 Foundation - PRINCE2 FoundationProcess-based project management methodology • Widely recognized in Europe and government sectors
- Google Project Management Certificate - Google Project Management Professional Certificate 6-month online program covering project management fundamentals • Alternative entry-level credential with emphasis on digital tools
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2022-11-08
Updates
- DevOps and CI/CD Core topic - expect scenario-based questions on deployment automation and change control
- Cloud Computing (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) Important topic - understanding cloud models for project planning
- Agile Methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) Heavily tested - Agile vs Waterfall comparison, team composition, communication
- Privacy Regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, SOX) New emphasis in PK0-005 - scenario questions on compliance requirements
- ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) New to PK0-005 - understanding project impacts on environment and society
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by IT Project Coordinators and Junior IT Project Managers.
- 6-12 months of hands-on experience managing projects in a tech environment
- Basic understanding of project management principles and terminology
- Familiarity with IT environments and technology projects
- Experience with Agile or Waterfall methodologies (helpful but not required)