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  • 1.  Preparation for NPDP Exam, advices ??!

    Posted 07-30-2019 14:57

    I am preparing for the #PDMA #NPDP exam and I am using the PDMBok as the sole reference for study and the 40 questions on the PDMA website for the exam.

    Can someone share their experience with the NPDP exam study and the best ways to prepare for it ?



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    Seif Abdelghany
    Local Category Manager
    Electrolux Major Appliance
    10th of Ramadan
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  • 2.  RE: Preparation for NPDP Exam, advices ??!

    Posted 07-31-2019 07:44
    Hi Self

    There are several resources available for you to prepare for the NPDP exam.  First, the exam questions are based on the content of the PDMA Body of Knowledge which is currently undergoing a revision.  You may also find other books useful in your study, such as "Winning at New Products" by Bob Cooper and "NPDP Certification Exam Prep Guide".

    Many candidates also follow a course of study that includes a prep course.  Both facilitated and self-study courses are available.  There is an online course starting 8 August every Thursday (9-11 am Central Time-Chicago).  Practice tests are helpful in preparation as well.  

    Please feel free to contact me if you have any specific questions for #NPDP.

    Good luck!  
    Teresa
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    Teresa Jurgens-Kowal
    President
    Global NP Solutions
    Houston TX
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  • 3.  RE: Preparation for NPDP Exam, advices ??!

    Posted 07-31-2019 07:46
    Thanks for the question Seif Eldin Abdelghany, It is possible to pass with a thorough understanding of the #PDMABoK. The #PDMABoK is a comprehensive guidebook to NPD Professional certification and covers all seven sections of the NPD Professional certification exam.  It provides all the basic information required to pass.  It is recommended that candidates also hold a BS or equivalent university degree and have two years or more of professional experience in the product innovation (development) and management field.  Inside the #PDMABoK are lists of references that can be accessed to go deeper on any of the specific topics covered at the fundamental level.  

    Sincerely, Karen Dworaczyk


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    Karen Dworaczyk
    VP Marketing PDMA Product Development and Management
    INSIGHTOVATION� Consulting
    New York
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  • 4.  RE: Preparation for NPDP Exam, advices ??!

    Posted 07-31-2019 13:53
    Hi Karen,

             Thank you very much for your reply. 

    I understand that the #PDMABoK is under​going a revision currently for the 2nd version, and I wanted to ask how will this affect the exam at the moment and the expected date of publication and expected date of impact of the 2nd version on the exam.

    I am currently trying to go full throttle regarding the exam with self study.

    Thank you for your support

    Sincerely
    Seif Abdelghany

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    Seif Abdelghany
    Local Category Manager
    Electrolux Major Appliance
    10th of Ramadan
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