Unlock Opportunities with PDUs Learn, share, and earn PDUs while building your expertise
What Are PDUs?
PDUs are one-hour blocks of time spent learning, teaching others, or volunteering in the field of project management. They are required to maintain PMI certifications and must be earned and reported over a three-year cycle.
There are two primary categories of PDUs:
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Education PDUs
These focus on professional development through formal or informal learning, including:
- Attending workshops, seminars, or chapter events
- Enrolling in e-learning programs or instructor-led courses
- Reading industry publications or books
- Participating in webinars or online forums
Education PDUs are further aligned with PMI’s Talent Triangle, which encompasses:
- Ways of Working – Technical project management skills and methodologies
- Power Skills – Leadership, communication, and emotional intelligence
- Business Acumen – Strategic and organizational insight for aligning projects with business goals
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Giving Back PDUs
These are earned by actively contributing to the profession through:
- Creating content (articles, blogs, white papers)
- Giving presentations or training sessions
- Mentoring others in project management
- Volunteering with PMI Botswana Chapter or global PMI initiatives
How Many PDUs Do You Need?
PDUs vary depending on your certification type. For example:
- PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, and other senior-level credentials require 60 PDUs over three years.
- CAPM requires 15 PDUs in the same time period.
Each credential has minimum requirements for each leg of the Talent Triangle, with a certain number of PDUs that may also be earned through Giving Back.
You can monitor your progress and report PDUs using PMI’s Continuing Certification Requirements System (CCRS).
How PMI Botswana Chapter Can Help You Earn PDUs?
We provide several accessible and valuable opportunities for members to earn PDUs throughout the year:
- Monthly Chapter Meetings & Webinars
- Virtual Workshops & Knowledge Sharing Sessions
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Mentorship Programs