How is PgMP Certification Different than PMP?

One of the tips for Program Managers related to the PgMP certification is that unlike other certifications, one can’t expect to pass the PgMP examinations simply by acquiring theoretical knowledge from books. The PgMP certification is therefore very different from that of the PMP. While one can pass the PMP by reading a number of PMP books, PgMP requires a hands on experience working with large programs. Those concepts must then be framed within the terminology of the PgMP. The best way to get a comprehensive understanding is to first learn the concepts and terminology from the PgMP guide that you can get from the PMI (Project Management Institute), and then relate those concepts to your practical world experiences to give you a comprehensive and complete understanding of the PgMP terminology and concepts.