Elevate Your Career with PMI Certifications From CAPM to PMP, PMI credentials open doors to global opportunities
The Certification Journey Follow these five simple steps to become PMI certified:
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Step 1
Check Eligibility
Review the full criteria for your desired certification.
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Step 2
Complete Your Application
Gather your education and project experience details.
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Step 3
Application Review
PMI reviews your submission for completeness and eligibility.
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Step 4
Submit Payment
Pay the certification fee to move forward.
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Step 5
Schedule Your Exam
Choose a convenient date and location to sit for the test.
Types of Certifications No certification is a prerequisite for another—choose what suits your career goals:
Core Project Management Certifications
| Certification | Description |
|---|---|
| CAPM® Certified Associate in Project Management | No experience required. Validates foundational project management knowledge critical for teamwork and coordination. |
| PMP® Project Management Professional | Requires 3–5 years of experience. Recognized globally for managing people, processes, and projects effectively from start to finish. |
| PgMP® Program Management Professional | Requires 4–7 years of experience. Showcases the ability to manage multiple complex projects within a coordinated program. |
| PfMP® Portfolio Management Professional | Requires 8+ years of experience. Certifies high-level strategic skills to select, prioritize, and manage portfolios for maximum value. |
Specialized Certifications
| Certification | Description |
|---|---|
| PMI-PMOCP™ PMO Certified Professional | Requires 3+ years of experience. Equips professionals to set up, manage, and optimize value-driven Project Management Offices (PMOs). |
| PMI-ACP® Agile Certified Practitioner | Requires 2+ years of experience. Validates mastery of agile principles and leading agile teams with stakeholder collaboration. |
| PMI-RMP® Risk Management Professional | Requires 3–5 years of experience. Demonstrates advanced skill in identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks. |
| PMI-PBA® Professional in Business Analysis | Requires 3–5 years of experience. Highlights proficiency in stakeholder needs analysis and translating them into actionable solutions. |
| PMI-CP™ Construction Professional | Requires 3+ years of experience. A construction-specific certification focusing on project success in the built environment. |
| CPMAI™ Cognitive Project Management for AI | No experience required. Offers training in managing AI initiatives, blending project management with AI lifecycle best practices. |