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[email protected] www.pmi-croatia.hr
Zagreb, 08.06.2017.
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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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.
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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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