CAPM · 17%
Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts
Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts is 17% of the PMI Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) (CAPM), administered by PMI. It falls under the Professional Certifications category.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Domain | Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts |
| Exam | PMI Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) (CAPM) |
| Domain Weight | 17% |
| Governing Body | PMI |
| Available in App | IT Management Cert Exam Prep: PMP, CISM, CISA & Java |
| Official Source | PMI official website ↗ |
CAPM Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts: FAQ
How much of the CAPM covers Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts?
Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts accounts for 17% of the CAPM, which has 150 questions total. PMI publishes the official exam content outline with the most current weighting. The C3RT app covers all 4 CAPM content areas.
What is the CAPM exam format and how does Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts fit in?
The CAPM has 4 content areas across 150 questions in 3 hours, with a passing score of Not disclosed (above proficiency threshold). Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts is content area 1 of 4 and carries 17% of the total exam weight. The other content areas are Predictive, Plan-Based Methodologies, Agile Frameworks and Methodologies, Business Analysis Frameworks.
How do I study for the Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts section of the CAPM?
Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT IT Management Cert Exam Prep: PMP, CISM, CISA & Java app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.
How many questions are on the CAPM and what is the passing score?
The CAPM consists of 150 questions in 3 hours, with a passing score of Not disclosed (above proficiency threshold). It is administered by PMI and the exam fee is $225 (PMI members) / $300 (non-members). The C3RT app includes full-length practice exams that mirror the real format across all 4 content areas.
Where can I find official PMI resources for Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts?
The official source for CAPM content outlines and study resources is the PMI website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with PMI. It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with 150+ practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 4 content areas.
Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts is a content area on the PMI Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) (CAPM), a Professional Certifications exam administered by PMI. C3RT is not affiliated with PMI. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the PMI website.