In this post I'll delve into study materials, tips and tricks that can help you pass the Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam. This certification doubled my salary, and I highly recommend it to boost your understanding of best practices as a project manager. Should a Non-Project Manager take the PMP exam? I first heard about the PMP® certification when I was an Assistant Project Manager (APM). I knew of plenty other certifications boosting some of my peers into new or higher positions. Given that I had earned a degree in HR Management, I knew some certifications, like several from SHRM® (Society of Human Resources Management), required candidates to have held HR titles for years before even applying. The Project Management…