PMI Certification Programs

The Project Management Institute is the internationally recognized leader in regards to the development of project management practices and standards. This being the case, PMI offers certification credentials that are recognized and respected internationally.

What credentials does PMI offer?

PMI offers the following certification programs — the Project Management Professional (PMP®), the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) and the Organizational Project Management Maturity Model (OPM3®) OPM3® Product Suite certification.

The PMP is the most distinguished and valued credential you can obtain in project management, while the CAPM is considered an essential step for project team members practitioners new to project management, as well as qualified undergraduate and graduate students. Through two new certifications, OPM3® ProductSuite, PMI Certified OPM3 Assessor, and PMI Certified OPM3 Consultant PMI presents an opportunity for those in the assessment and consulting community to support organizations looking to improve their enterprise-wide project management maturity and capability. Whatever your level of professional knowledge and experience, PMI credentials offer a well-structured pathway to professional growth that is likely to lead to personal and career advancement.

Which credential is right for me?

Whatever your level of professional knowledge and experience, PMI credentials offers a well-structured pathway to professional growth that is likely to lead to personal and career advancement.

Project Management Professional (PMP)

If you enjoy the prestige that comes from being the best in your field, then you’ll appreciate the professional advantages derived from attaining PMP status. A PMP credential grants an applicant with a globally recognized designation that serves as the foundation from which they can competently practice as a project manager leading and directing project tasks. PMPs are in tune with the latest trends in the project management profession. And they have demonstrated their commitment to the profession. The PMP designation following your name tells current and potential employers that you have a solid foundation of project management knowledge that can be readily applied in the workplace.

Visit the PMP Eligibility requirements page for more information on minimum criteria required to apply for this certification.

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

The CAPM credential can benefit a wide range of team members who want to demonstrate clear direction to their work. By gaining knowledge of project management processes and terminology, professionals from all disciplines can reach higher levels of performance in their work.

The CAPM is designed for:

• project team members;
• entry-level project managers;
• and project management undergraduate and graduate students.

Visit the CAPM Eligibility requirements page for more information on minimum criteria required to apply for this certification.