Certification
A professional certification from PMI shows business leaders around the world you possess the skills to lead their projects to success.
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Project management is an extremely diverse field, and project managers can be utilized on nearly any part of a business team in many industries. Given the variety of job and career opportunities, there are certifications available to demonstrate your specialized project management knowledge. Read more about certifications here: pmi.org/certifications
Types of PMI Certifications
Project Management Professional (PMP)® |
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® |
PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® |
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The PMP is the gold standard of project management certification. Recognized and demanded by organizations worldwide, the PMP validates your competence to perform in the role of a project manager, leading and directing projects and teams. |
The CAPM demonstrates your understanding of the fundamental knowledge, terminology and processes of effective project management. | Created for those who believe in and apply agile principles and practices on projects. It requires a combination of training, experience and an exam. It also bridges agile approaches such as SCRUM, XP, LEAN and Kanban. |
PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)® |
Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP)® |
Program Management Professional (PgMP)® |
| The PMI-PBA highlights your expertise in business analysis. It spotlights your ability to work effectively with stakeholders to define their business requirements, shape the output of projects and drive successful business outcomes. | Our portfolio management certification recognizes the advanced experience and skill of portfolio managers. The PfMP demonstrates your proven ability in the coordinated management of one or more portfolios to achieve organizational objectives. | Designed for those who manage multiple, complex projects to achieve strategic and organizational results. |
- Project Management Professional (PMP) - for experienced project managers.
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - for project team members and entry-level project managers.
- Program Management Professional (PgMP) - for individuals managing multiple projects in a structured program
- Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) - for individuals using Agile PM Methods
- Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP) - for individuals who manage risk
- Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) - for those with expertise in managing and maintaining schedules
Visit PMI's Certification Framework for more information on each of PMI's certifications, including eligibility criteria and application information.
Earn PDUs to renew your certificate
If you already have a PMI credential, don't wait until the last minute to renew your certification. Learn how to earn and claim Professional Development Units (PDUs) to maintain your credential, on PMI's website here.
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