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CAPM blueprint

CAPM exam domains

The PMI blueprint defines 4 domains for Current PMI Exam Content Outline.
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ProviderPMI
Exam codeCAPM
Exam standardCurrent PMI Exam Content Outline
Domains4

How to use the exam blueprint

Treat every domain as a required area of competence, then use its linked objectives to define exactly what to learn and practice. Published weights indicate relative exam emphasis, not permission to ignore lower-weight areas.

Prepare by objective and decision

Review the knowledge behind each objective, apply it in scenarios or practical work, and use targeted questions to test the decision being measured. Move to timed simulation only after the complete blueprint has been covered.

36% of blueprint / 1 objectives

Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts

Covers Apply foundational project management concepts, roles, planning, and delivery..

17% of blueprint / 1 objectives

Predictive, Plan-Based Methodologies

Covers Apply predictive lifecycle, schedule, cost, quality, and control practices..

20% of blueprint / 1 objectives

Agile Frameworks and Methodologies

Covers Apply agile principles, roles, events, artifacts, and adaptive planning..

27% of blueprint / 1 objectives

Business Analysis Frameworks

Covers Apply stakeholder, requirements, product, validation, and business-analysis practices..