Brain Sensei PMP Review 2024 [Trainings and Simulator]

PMP exam prep is a hard task but Brain Sensei PMP training course makes it simple. If you are looking for a 35 contact hours PMP facilitation training then this course is right for you.

This program has a unique way of teaching PMP concepts. It teaches the concepts through a series stories. It offers a combination of videos, quizzes, reading content, and helpful study aids to make learning easier. It keep the things light without losing focus on the real learning objectives.

I have written this post to review and evaluate Brain Sensei’s PMP training course and simulator. You will find my assessment of their online course and live training in this post. Additionally, you will also find a review of of their CAPM course as well.

Let’s take a closer look at their company and different learning programs.

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Brain Sensei Review

John Estrella and Chris Stafford founded Brain Sensei with a mission to provide simple and innovative ways to teach project management. Their PMP and CAPM online programs provide flexibility of learning anywhere and at anytime.

John is a successful entrepreneur. He has also founded Agilitek Corporation and has been awarded scholarship by the Project Management Institute (PMI) Educational Foundation for his doctoral studies. In past, he has worked with many reputed companies spanning across North America, Europe, and Asia. He’s authored six books and several courses for professional in Canada, U.S., U.K., France, Sweden, Japan, India and other countries.

Chris Stafford has a solid 20 years of project management experience behind him. He has worked with Canada’s most profitable companies and has managed projects worth over $5M. Chris is a teacher at heart and a PMI mentor.

Brain Sensei provides many free learning resources apart from the various courses. You can visit their blog, YouTube channel, and podcast to learn about project management and exam preperation.

At the time of writing this article, Brain Sensei was offering four different learning products

PMP Online training
CAPM Online Training
PMP Live Online Training
PMP Exam Simulator

Let’s take a deep dive into their learning products.

Brain Sensei PMP Training Course Review

$99 per month | $499.99 one year | (4.6 / 5)

This PMP Online training is self-paced and most unique in the industry. Training is updated to the latest PMP exam changes and it includes concepts from the latest PMBOK Guide 7th edition. You get a 35 contact hours certificate on completion of the training.

Pros

1. Interactive

The course offers story-based learning where a samurai takes projects as a battle and take over all of them.

You can learn all the details by going through small animated clips and interactive lessons. This training is much more interesting and lively than any other training that I have seen.

You also get assessments, story-line challenges, and a summary of key knowledge points, which will take your learning to another level. It offers a unique way of learning, which is much more efficient than learning through dry notes and videos.

2. Large Question Bank

Brain Sensei PMP training has a question bank of 1500 questions. You can generate a different exam every time randomly from these 1500 questions. and take unlimited attempts on these questions.

Other than these 1500 questions bank, you also get 3 full exam practice tests.

You should read this article for a review of best practice test simulators to get a better idea of Brain Sensei’s offering.

3. 1-year Access

PMP is a tough exam but you can still prepare and get certified in 8 to 12 weeks of study. Thinking of that, 1 year is more than enough for anyone who really wants to put an effort to pass the PMP exam.

4. 100% Refund Guarantee

If you want to opt-out of the training within 30 days of purchase you can get your to refund with only one mail. To get your refund simply send an email to [email protected].

A refund is not valid if you have started more than 1 practice exam.

5. 100% Pass Guarantee

If you fail the exam in your 1^st attempt, you can ask for an extension from Brain Sensei. You just have to share a screenshot of your result to ask for extension.

Brain Sensei will provide you another 90 days of access to training free of cost for your 2^nd attempt. The same thing can be done if you fail in your 2^nd attempt also.

In case you fail in your 3^rd attempt then you can ask Brain Sensei to refund the amount from your initial purchase.

Cons

1. Website Interface

Despite the fact that Brain Sensei offers very interactive training, its website interface is not something special. It is not designed and optimized well. The loading time is a bit longer too.

2. Too Much Interactive

Yes, I said the same point earlier as an advantage but now I am mentioning it as a disadvantage also. This is especially true if you are not a visual learner.

To much of interactive training could be a nightmare for many. Everybody doesn’t learn in the same way. Some love to read and learn, some like learn by doing, and still others like instructional video.

This interactive interface makes you click and engage in training every minute. However, if you want to sit down and learn while reading, watching, or seeing some person talking; you will get nothing but disappointment.

3. No Mobile App

If you are looking for training that you access on mobile, Brain Sensei is not a good option. Sometimes, you can want to utilize the time by opening your mobile phone and study about PMP but Brain Sensei doesn’t provide any mobile app.

You can sign-up for 7-day free trial of this course and get access to the first two lessons.

or you can enroll directly

If you are looking for an alternative to this course then you can read my post on top online courses for PMP exam prep.

PMP Live Training Assessment

$1199 one-time purchase| (4.8 / 5)

The live training from Brain Sensei offers much more value than their online training. This is a live instructor-led course where you can directly interact with the instructor. In addition to the live training, you will get all the benefits of the online training.

You can choose between weekend or 5 days weekdays bootcamp classes according to your convenience.

Pros

If you enroll into this training, you will get all the benefits of their online course. In addition, you get the following advantages:

1. Live Trainer

An instructor’s involvement in your PMP exam preparation can boost your learning powers to the next level. This training provides you with well-experienced trainers as your mentor in your PMP journey.

2. All Benefits of Online Training

You will get one year of access to their PMP online training with all its benefits.

3. Support

Although you get support in online training, here you can ask questions directly to your trainer.

Cons

1. Expensive

It is much more expensive as compared to online training.

2. Less flexibility

When you join an instructor-led training you have to keep the pace with the class. You have to attend the class regularly at scheduled timings.

Analysis of PMP Exam Simulator

$119.99 Six Months Access | (4 / 5)

The simulator is part of their online training course, so if you are planning to buy their online or live training program then you don’t need to buy this separately.

The simulator is a good option if you just want to practice tests. It comes with 6 months access but it does not give you a 35 contact hours certificate. It also doesn’t come with pass guarantee.

Pros

When you purchase the simulator you will get all the benefits as described in the section on online training.

1. Direct Support & FB Group Support

You will get direct support from the Brain Sensei team via email while preparing for the exam. You can also post your queries to their private FB group where you can discuss things with the other students.

Cons

1. No pass Guarantee

The pass guarantee is only provided with full training.

2. No Mobile App

Without mobile app, it becomes kind of cumbersome to attempt questions using a mobile browser.

You can read my post on top practice test simulators for PMP exam prep to compare Brain Sensei offering with other leading products.

Evaluation of CAPM Online Training

$69 per month | $349.99 one year | (4.5 / 5)

You should go for CAPM certification if you are not eligible for the PMP exam otherwise you should pursue PMP only. CAPM is an entry-level certification and is much less reputed than PMP certificate.

Brain Sensei’s CAPM training is similar to their PMP offering. It offers the same great value and deliverables as mentioned in the PMP training. However, it comes with 600 practice questions and 23 contact hours certificate.

The Pros and Cons of CAPM training are same as PMP online training. You can jump to the above section to read them.

I believe Brain Sensei CAPM course offers a good value for your money.

You should read this article for a review of best CAPM online training courses to check out alternatives of Brain Sensei’s CAPM training course.

My Thoughts

There is no doubt that Brain Sensei is one of the best PMP training providers in the industry. It is a good option if you are looking for a training to pass the PMP exam in your firs try. If you are looking for a personal touch you could go for live instructor training.

A 30-day money-back guarantee also makes this a safer option. Before making an investment you can go through the free trial.

4.8/5 - (35 votes)

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