200 Attend Item Writing Event
2/13/2009Hyderabad hosts largest PMI item writing event in the world.
Project managers looking to upgrade their skills attended the mega item writing event organized by PMI Hyderabad Chapter on February 13 and 14. More than 200 volunteers participated in the largest such event organized by PMI anywhere in the world.
The group of participants was split into 10 breakout rooms. They were categorized according to PMP and CAPM examinations. The volunteers first spent time reviewing items written in different continents. The enthusiasm and excitement showed by volunteers made it a memorable event for both the participants and organizers.
Managing director, PMI India, Raj Kalady introduced the PMI India team and spoke briefly about the charter of PMI India. Betsy Redden, PMP and CAPM examination developer, explained the credentials and expectations from such an event. Brian Weiss, VP - product management, elaborated on the benefits of being a PMI member, and introduced volunteers to various products and services offered by PMI.