I just completed the PMP Bootcamp in February 2023 over the course of 2 weeks. Thank you, Hans Meijer, for presenting such a great class.  You were able to effectively communicate the materials to us in a way that made it understandable and easy to follow/visualize.  I appreciate that I'm happy to say I feel confident and ready to take the PMP exam.  I just scored 71% on my mock exam straight out of the class so hopefully I can schedule my exam by the end of the month. You made the class very interesting and interactive. I also enjoyed your sense of humor.  I gained a lot from the class - not only learning the PMI way but I also gained some skills to be able to get back into the workforce after being out for a few years to spend time with my kids. I highly recommend this course and Hans! read more

I had a tough time finding reviews of PMP prep courses, so I thought I'd do you all a favor and chime in here. I took the class in the beginning of December. Our instructor was Susan and she knew the material inside and out and was more than capable of answering every question we threw her way. She's also got a cool, dry sense of humor. It was difficult sometimes to get the temperature just right in the room, but other than that, I have no complaints about the Courtyard by Marriott location. Plenty of places nearby to eat at as well. I passed the certification exam on my first attempt, and I will be running some of my employees through PMA course this year. read more

I took the class from June 19 to June 22 2017 conducted by Jim Higgins and cleared my PMP on Sept 6 first attempt. My personal feedback My application went through an audit and PMA guys helped me to create a better application which helped in getting my application through.Hats off to you guys!! Class conducted by Jim Higgins was good very helpful especially the real world examples. I personally feel understanding what each process mean is very important than just knowing them as the real test is more of common sense applying these processes than just answering the PMBOK(least helpful). I feel materials given by PMA was not really helpful nor the test as the actual test took me longer to finish and was way harder and more common sense answer than actual direct questions. I believe their mock tests can be improved and so is the material (i didn't find anything relevant in my tests) That being said if I didn't attend Jims class and understood the concepts I would not have passed just reading the pmbok That's why 1 star less read more

Jim Higgins is the best! He was great at keeping our class pace under control while also balancing the time for us to process the more complex theories and formulas. This is a bootcamp so it was a bunch of information force-fed in just a few days, but the presentation, the memorization tips and tricks, as well as the honest feedback on how much preparation is needed to pass this test was all that made it possible for me to pass my PMP. Definitely recommend this class to anyone at any level, as I came in without taking prior courses, not knowing too much about the exam itself, and never having opened the PMBOK prior to this bootcamp. read more

Jim Park was the instructor for my class from Feb. 3-6. I took the test and passed! He was superb!!! A rare find!!! He methodically took us through tons of information required by PMI for the 4hr/200question exam for PMP cert. It was definitely not an easy job but he did it so effortlessly. And, he was funny! Highly recommend Jim's class if you or your company needs PM training! read more

Passed PMP test on first try! Over the last 2 months I have been studying a lot from a number of different materials. Books, Online, PMBOK, Videos but decided that I should take a boot camp. It was recommended by another PMP at my work and since I tend to learn best with Instructor in person thought I would give it a try. PMA has one of the better cost points on taking the boot camp and it was very close to my house in West LA. Jim Higgins was my instructor and is very knowledgeable with PMP. It was great how he was able to clearly state what the PMBOK is trying to say. He is also very helpful with finding answers and bringing them back to the class. Thank you Jim. read more

I took the PMP bootcamp in January 2016 and I passed the exam on the first attempt. I walked into the bootcamp knowing nothing about the PMBOK, and very little about PMI. The course was great - Jim Higgins went over the certification process, some pointers on applying for the certification through PMI, and obviously everything that we should know to pass the exam. Even though the four work days are long - I felt energized, prepared, and excited. The environment was very comfortable; water, coffee, and tea were available throughout the day. I was nervous about spending so much money on a bootcamp without having read a lot of reviews, but it was worth every penny. A friend of a friend took a much, much cheaper course through a very prestigious academic institution and has failed the exam twice. The PMP bootcamp won't teach you how to be a good project manager - but it'll prepare you to pass the exam. And with a 100% money back guarantee - you really can't go wrong. read more

On July 28, 2016 I passed the PMP Exam (first attempt) approximately 9 months after taking a PMA Boot Camp (taught by Jim Higgins) in Culver City. My journey was such that I got busy with work immediately after taking the boot camp and before I knew it, many months had quickly passed. From time to time (during the past 9 months) I took time to review the information given to me at the Boot Camp which kept my mind fresh on the basics of program management. I finally got around to submitting my project work history and my application was accepted AND I was cleared to take the exam. For the most part my preparation included heavy review of the PMP materials given to me at the Boot Camp. The laminated summary materials (i.e. hand-outs) were outstanding. They served as the foundation of my exam preparation. Secondly, I feel that the PMA Boot Camp laid a solid foundation as to what program management is all about. The class did a great job of outlining what to expect on the exam and it gave great exam tips and techniques. Basically, I strongly recommend taking the PMA Boot Camp class/session. I believe it was money well spent. Thanks Jim was a well prepared and executed Boot Camp! -Henry Sanders read more

PMA prepared me for the PMP exam perfectly! Follow their study plan and you will pass the test no problem. Scott Fass was a great instructor -- he included a lot of real world examples throughout the course, which was super helpful :) read more

Took my PMP course with Jim Higgins back in June and passed my PMP exam on the first attempt last Tuesday. Jim did a really wonderful job of taking an incredibly large subject and making us feel comfortable to hit the ground running in just four days. I delayed my studying for a several weeks after the course but when I went back to my class notes, highlights and tips and tricks--I instantly remembered the concept. Thank you, Jim! read more

I just passed my PMP exam and the Project Management Academy course played a key role in my preparation. It's an investment but much worth it and they provide a TON of materials to guide you along the way. I took the "Boot Camp" and my instructor was Sean Coyle. He made himself available via email throughout the course AND afterward which was something I didn't expect and was pleasantly surprised. The instructors can offer a lot of insight and the personal touch made it that much more worth the investment. I don't think I could've passed the exam without taking the PMA boot camp and having the guidance that Sean provided. read more

The material provided by PMA lays out the processes of the PMBOK in a logical, chronological order. The handouts provided a quick reference for memorization of sequence. These two benefits of the class proved to be beneficial during the PMP exam. Jim Higgins was able to relate the PMBOK material to real world experience, and demonstrated clear understanding of concepts and process. Jim was confident in the material he presented, which in turn made me more confident in studying the material. read more

I took Project Management Academy's PMP Boot Camp and I highly recommend it. While I did not have the necessary project management experience to sit for the PMP, I am sure that thanks to this course I could have passed it if I did. I passed the CAPM on my first attempt, using only this course and the provided study materials plus some flashcards, even though my only other education in project management was a single class in business school. The class is intensive and covers a lot of material. They don't just teach from the PMBOK but also include real-world examples and in-class exercises, which is important since the PMP covers material not included in the book. The instructor Jim Higgins even managed to make the subject matter interesting, which is nice when you're sitting in a class all day. read more

The Project Management Acadamey did a great job in preparing me for the PMP which I passed on May 23rd. Susan did a great job with the material and making it easier to understand. The online resources are also very helpful and the live tutoring class instructor showed great dedication to the participants and went well over the time to make sure all questions were answered. read more

I did the May 2016 PMA Bootcamp to prep for my PMP with Jim Higgins. Jim was an excellent professor and did a wonderful job of getting through very dense and dry material in a way that was retainable and painless as possible. While PMA recommends a few weeks of self-study before taking the PMP exam, I did only one additional week of intense self-study and passed on my first try! It was very tough and challenging, but if you're disciplined and do the recommended practice exams and reading the formula for success worked for me! All the best read more

The PMP Boot Camp taught by Jim Higgins in Culver City was essential to my success in passing the PMP exam. I took the PMP Boot Camp in the summer of 2017 and recently passed by exam in my first attempt. I can honestly attribute my knowledge base to Jim's style of teaching. He focused on the critical areas of the PMBOK. He was patient and thorough. Even though many months had passed since my course, Jim was available and responsive to my email questions. Thank you, Jim and to PMA for helping me achieve a very important goal in my career! read more

I took the PMP Virtual Prep Course in Dec of 2017. Gary was fantastic and really honed in on what was most important. Not only did I pass the test "above target", I learned a lot in the process that has directly impacted my work. read more

I took the boot camp in December 2015 in Culver City with Jim Higgins. The boot camp was a great way to immerse yourself into the PMBOK book and prepare for the exam. I passed the exam on my first attempt. The instructor was very knowledgeable in the subject and gave a lot of great examples to help us understand the material. The location and facility were fine with a mall within walking distance. The boot camp is rigorous with four intensive days of learning and a practice test on the last day. After the boot camp, you are expected to study hard and take at least 3 practice exams in order to be prepared for the real exam. Jim was very supportive and encouraging that we could accomplish the goal we set. My co-worker took the boot camp with me, and she also passed on her first attempt. read more