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PMI Certification

Darko Mesar, PfMP, PMP, PMI-RMP

Word Origin and History for certification

early 15c., "notification;" mid-15c., "demonstration, proof," from

Medieval Latin certificationem (nominative certificatio), noun of

action from past participle stem of Late Latin certificare. Meaning

"act of providing with a legal certificate" is from 1881.

Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper

Project Management Professional (PMP)

PMP recognizes competence of an individual to perform in the role of a

project manager, specifically experience in leading and directing projects

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

CAMP recognizes a demonstrated understanding of the fundamental

knowledge, processes, and terminology as defined in the PMBOK® Guide

needed for effective project management performance

Program Management Professional (PgMP)

PgMP recognizes demonstrated experience, skill, and performance in the

oversight of multiple, related projects which are aligned with organizational

objectives

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Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP)

PfMP recognizes the advanced experience and skill of portfolio managers

and demonstrates a proven ability in the coordinated management of one or

more portfolios to achieve organizational objectives

PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)

PMI-ACP recognizes the ability to understand and apply agile principles

and practices on projects. Spans many approaches to agile such as Scrum,

Kanban, Lean, etc.

PMI Professional Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)

PMI-PBA highlights expertise in business analysis, working effectively

with stakeholders to define their business requirements, shape the output of

projects, and drive successful business outcomes

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PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)

PMI-RMP recognizes demonstrated knowledge and expertise in the

specialized area of assessing and identifying project risks along with plans

to mitigate threats and capitalize on opportunities

PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)

The PMI-SP recognizes demonstrated knowledge and expertise in

developing and maintaining the project schedule

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History

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PMP PgMP

CAPM

PMI-RMP

PMI-PBA

PfMP

1984 2007 2008 2012 2014

PMI-SP

PMI-ACP

Top 10 Benefits of PMI Certification1.Global Recognition

2.Increase Credibility

3.Increase in Average Salary

4.Preferred for Employment

5.Rigorous Development Process

6.Transferable across countries and industries

7.Developed by Practitioners for Practitioners

8.Valid & Reliable Method to Assess Competence

9.Accreditation: ISO 17024 & ISO 9001:2008

10.Professional Growth

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PMI Certification Qualifications

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CAPMCertified Associate Project Management

PMPProject Management Professional

PgMPProgram Management Professional

PfMPPortfolio Management Professional

Certification Cycle 5 Years 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years

Number of PDU's

required per cycleNone 60 60 60

Professional

Education (hours) 23* 35 NA NA

Professional Work

Experience

Hours

1,500 hours

professional experience

on a project team*

Bachelors Degree

4,500 hours

Bachelors Degree

6,000 project hours

6,000 program hours

Bachelors Degree

6,000 project hours

6,000 program hours

8 years of professional

experience

High School Diploma

7,500 hours

High School Diploma

6,000 project hours

10,500 program hours

High School Diploma

10,500 portfolio hours

8 years of professional

experience

Exam Format

3 hours

150 multiple choice

questions

4 hours

200 multiple choice

questions

Evaluation 1: Panel review

Evaluation 2: 4-hours

170- multiple choice

questions

Evaluation 1: Panel review

Evaluation 2: 4-hours

170- multiple choice

questions

Exam FeePMI Member $225.00 $405.00 $800.00 $800.00

Non Member $300.00 $555.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00

*Requires either PDU or Work experience not both

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PMI-ACP

PMI Agile Certified

Practitioner

PMI-PBA

PMI Professional Business

Analysis

PMI-RMP

Risk Management Professional

PMI-SP

Scheduling Professional

Certification Cycle 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years 3 Years

Number of PDU's

required per cycle30 60 30 30

Professional

Education (hours) 21 35

Bachelors degree – 30 hours

High School – 40 hour

In Project Risk Management

Bachelors degree - 30 hours

High School - 40 hours

In Project Schedule

Management

Professional Work

Experience

Hours

2,000 hours project

work*

1,500 hours on an

agile team

4,500 hours as BA

2,000 hours project

work*

3,000 hours project work 3,500 hours of project

scheduling experience

7,500 hours as BA

2,000 hours project work*

4,500 hours project work 5,000 hours of project

scheduling experience

Exam Format

3 hours

120 questions

4 hours

200 multiple choice

questions

3.5 hours

170 multiple choice

questions

3.5 hours

170 multiple choice

questions

Exam Fee$435.00 $405.00 $520.00 $520.00

$495.00 $555.00 $670.00 $670.00

*PMP or PgMP satisfies this requirement but is not required

PMI Certification Qualifications

PMI Certification by the Numbers

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Certification # Of Active Holders

PMP 773.840

CAPM 33.621

PfMP 423

PgMP 1.896

PMI-RMP 4.060

PMI-SP 1.673

PMI-PBA 1.376

PMI-ACP 15.621

Total PMI Members = 484.657Members in 210 Countries and Territories

286 Active Chapters; 16 Potential Chapters5.560.143 copies of PMBOK in circulation

Source: PMI Today June 2017 as of April 2017

Changes are effective December 1, 2015

Certification Expiration Date - December 1, 2017

and Beyond

Changes align with defined skillsets using The

Talent Triangle

PDUs alignment new categories

Technical Management

Leadership

Strategic Business Management

Continuing Certification Requirements (CCR)

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*PMI’s Pulse of the Profession In-Depth Report: Navigating Complexity

“75% of organizations rank leadership skills as the most important for successful navigation of

complexity in projects”*

Technical Project Management

Knowledge, skills, and behaviors related to specific domains of Project,

Program, and Portfolio Management

The technical aspect of performing one’s job or role

Skill set required to perform a specific task or function

Will vary from certification to certification

Technical skills for agile vs. program management

Technical skill for scheduling vs. portfolio management

Does not include management of technical projects

Of course they do count too

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Leadership

Knowledge, skills and behaviors specific to motivating and guiding others.

Skills that help an organization achieve its business goals

Ability to articulate a vision and guide or influence others to help achieve that

objective

Unique to individuals; benefits all certification

Does not require you to be in a leadership “role” to have or utilize

leadership skills

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Business and Strategic

Knowledge of and expertise in the industry or organization that enhances

performance and better delivers business outcomes

Ability to connect the dots between your work and larger organization

strategies and visions to drive better project outcome

Understanding the overall business context of your project

See the forest through the trees

Builds on basic understanding of business knowledge

Varies from person to person

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Education - 35 PDUs Minimum

Giving Back – 25 PDUs Maximum

Volunteering

Creating Knowledge

Working in the profession – 8 PDUs maximum

CCR Categories – 60 PDUs per cycle

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8 - Technical

8 – Business/Strategic

8 - Leadership

Certifications• PMP• PgMP• PfMP

• PMI-PBA

Education - 18 PDUs Minimum

Giving Back – 12 PDUs Maximum

Volunteering

Creating Knowledge

Working in the profession – 4 PDUs maximum

CCR Categories – 30 PDUs per cycle

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4 - Technical

4 – Business/Strategic

4 - Leadership

Certifications• PMI-ACP• PMI-RMP• PMI-SP

1. Credibility. Provide an unbiased and reliable means to validate your domain of

knowledge and professional experience. For over 30 years, PMI has offered certification

and is a globally recognized leader in the industry.

2. Transferability. PMI certification is not tied to any one specific methodology, industry, or

region. A PMI certification can move and adapt with your career.

3. Competitive advantage. Be more marketable. Many certification holders achieve salary

increases, career advancement opportunities, and employer recognition.

4. Commitment. Emphasize your commitment to professional growth. By earning and

maintaining a PMI certification, you continue to develop your knowledge, skills, and

abilities.

5. Relevance. Demonstrate your relevance with certifications that are developed by

practitioners, upheld by rigorous standards, based on ongoing research, and always reflect

current industry practices.

Top five reasons to earn a PMI certification

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Quick Tips:

1. Read the applicable certification handbook. (Visit the

Certification tab on PMI.org to download certification

handbooks.)

2. Review the certification’s Exam Content Outline.

3. Read the associated PMI body of knowledge or standard, along

with other applicable reference sources.

4. Seek additional educational opportunities through PMI, a PMI

chapter, a PMI Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.), or other

provider.

5. Form a study group with colleagues or friends.

Prepare for success

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Web-enabled version of

a certification

Can be verified online

in real time

Digital badges

recognize a learning or

professional

development

achievement

Acclaim

PMI Certification Digital Badge Program

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Questions?

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Darko Mesar, PfMP, PMP, PMI-RMP

www.pmi-croatia.hr

info@pmi-croatia.hr

Darko.Mesar@pmi-croatia.hr

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