PMI-ACP® FAQ — Common Questions Answered

Is PMI-ACP just Scrum?

No. PMI-ACP covers agile across frameworks and focuses on decisions: feedback loops, flow, leadership behaviors, and value delivery.

How do I approach multiple-response questions?

• Treat each option as a claim: “Does this directly improve learning, flow, or value delivery in this scenario?”
• Watch for options that add ceremony without solving the stated problem.
• Prefer coherent sets (e.g., make work visible + limit WIP + use metrics) over disconnected improvements.

What should I memorize vs practice?

Memorize definitions and intent (Done, WIP, cycle time, acceptance criteria), then practice decision patterns: slicing work, choosing metrics, handling impediments, and selecting facilitation moves.

How do I get faster?

Use the Syllabus as a checklist, then drill by topic in Practice and keep a miss log. Most speed comes from pattern recognition: “what’s missing?” and “what’s the next best step?”

Where are the official policies, eligibility, and exam details?

See Overview for a snapshot and PMI’s official page for the latest updates: https://www.pmi.org/certifications/agile-acp