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Course Overview
Project managers who master risk-related concepts help organizations confidently navigate uncertainty—whether managing threats or seizing opportunities. According to PMI®, organizations with mature risk management practices meet their goals 2.5x more often and waste 13x less budget.
This 1-day PMI-RMP® certification training is designed for experienced project professionals and PMP® credential holders who want to build expertise in risk identification, analysis, response, and monitoring. The course follows the PMI-RMP® exam content outline and provides structured exam preparation, tools, and real-world risk management techniques.
Who Should Attend
While this risk management training is designed to prepare professionals to take and pass the PMI-RMP certification exam, it can be taken by anyone who desires further knowledge in the management of uncertainty (risk) within projects.
Course Objectives
This certification program builds on foundational project management skills and prepares learners to pass the PMI-RMP® exam. You’ll learn to apply risk response strategies, conduct both qualitative and quantitative analysis, and support effective risk decision-making across programs and portfolios.
- Meet the eligibility requirements for PMI-RMP® certification
- Use risk management tools and techniques across projects and programs
- Apply the Standard for Risk Management and PMBOK® Guide principles
- Execute risk processes to support strategic goals and stakeholder alignment
Course Outline
1 – Introduction to PMI Certification and Risk Management
- Understand the PMI-RMP® certification path and PMP® alignment
- Review the exam content outline and eligibility requirements
- Explore course materials and the certification application process
2 – Domain I: Risk Strategy and Planning
- Assess project environments and define stakeholder risk thresholds
- Document the risk management plan and critical success factors
- Plan risk activities in alignment with project goals
3 – Domain II: Risk Identification
- Facilitate risk identification exercises using project assumptions and constraints
- Identify and document risk triggers and categories
- Develop and maintain the project risk register
4 – Domain III: Risk Analysis
- Perform qualitative risk analysis using probability-impact matrices
- Apply quantitative risk analysis using simulation techniques
- Evaluate threats and opportunities across cost, scope, and time
5 – Domain IV: Plan Risk Responses
- Plan and document risk response strategies
- Assign risk owners and define mitigation and contingency plans
- Integrate responses into program and portfolio management frameworks
6 – Domain V: Monitor and Close Risks
- Monitor residual and secondary risks using performance data
- Update project documentation and risk registers
- Report risk trends to stakeholders and adjust response strategies
7 – Exam Prep and Final Review
- Take a full-length PMI-RMP® practice exam
- Review study guide topics and key areas from the PMBOK® Guide
- Get final tips for passing the certification exam and scheduling with PMI®