Join PMI
If you are not a member of the Project Management Institute (PMI), then you should join. Though it is not mandatory to be a member of PMI to take the PMP Exam, being a member of PMI can save you substantial amount of money. By joining PMI, you will have access to resource material at a reduced cost or even free and also access to a free PDF copy of “A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide)”. In addition to the above, as a PMI member you will also have access to PMI eReads which contains several PMP preparation books that you can read online at no cost.
Join Your Local PMI Chapter
Next, join your local PMI chapter. By joining your local PMI chapter, you can get the chance to meet other individuals in the project management field and also local PMI chapters generally offer good inexpensive PMP Preparation courses.
Buy Used Resources
Try to buy second hand or used resources. You can buy such used resources in websites such as Amazon or EBay. While purchasing, make sure that you are buying the correct edition of the resource to go with the current exam.
Look out for High-Quality Low-Cost Courses
If you are looking for PMP Exam courses to attend, take your ample time and do some research to locate the best training courses at affordable prices. Try to get reviews and read the testimonials of those who have taken the course. Nowadays there are many PMP online training courses are there which offers quality training at reasonable prices.
Though becoming a PMP Professional can be a costly venture, following the above useful tips can lower the cost. So make use of the above tips and become a PMP certified professional with minimal cost.