PMI-ACP Exam Changes: What You Need to Know

If you’re thinking about getting your PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® certification, there’s some news you should know. PMI is making changes to the PMI-ACP exam to keep it up to date with what’s happening in the world of agile. So, if you’re preparing for the exam or planning to take it soon, here’s the scoop on what’s changing and how it might affect you.

What’s Changing in the PMI-ACP Exam?

• Updated Exam Content: The exam is being refreshed to make sure it covers the latest agile practices. You’ll see more focus on popular frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, and Lean. Agile principles that work across industries are going to be a bigger part of the exam too, so expect more questions on how agile fits into different environments.
• New Agile Trends: Agile is evolving fast, and the exam is keeping up. Expect to see questions about trends like agile-at-scale, DevOps, and hybrid methods (mixing agile and traditional project management). The goal is to test how well you understand these trends and how you can apply them on the job.
• More Scenario-Based Questions: The multiple-choice format stays, but now with more scenario-based questions. These questions will check how well you apply agile principles in real-world situations—so it’s not just about knowing agile, but living agile in your projects.
• Soft Skills Matter More: Agile isn’t just about processes—it’s about people. The exam will now put more emphasis on how you handle team dynamics, conflict resolution, and fostering an agile culture. So, if you’re good with people and teamwork, you’re already ahead!
• New Study Resources: PMI is rolling out more digital resources to help you prepare. This includes updated practice tests and interactive study materials, so you can get hands-on with the new topics.

When Are These Changes Happening?

PMI ACP exam is changing in March 2025.

How Should You Prepare for the New Exam?

• Check the New Exam Outline: PMI will release an updated content outline. Make sure you review it carefully—it’s your roadmap for the new exam.
• Study the New Trends: Take time to understand emerging trends like agile-at-scale and DevOps. These are making their way into the exam, so they need to make their way into your study routine.
• Talk to ATP: Get PMI authorised material for your ACP preparation. Pass with confidence.
• Polish Your People Skills: Agile thrives on collaboration, so practice your communication and leadership skills—these are becoming more important in the new exam.

Resources to Help You

PMI has updated study materials, including the Agile Practice Guide. And as always, mock exams are your friend. Try out some scenario-based questions to get comfortable with the new format. Connect with ATP to get access to new PMI – ACP course and course material.

Stay on Top of It

Agile is changing, and so is the PMI-ACP exam. Keep your study routine flexible, keep checking for updates from PMI, Be ready for new PMI- ACP exam.