Demonstrate your ability to lead projects in any industry with this globally recognized certification and open the door to a world of opportunities. The Project Management Professional® certification acknowledges candidates who are skilled at managing the people, processes, and business priorities of professional projects.
Experience
3-5 years of experience
Exam length
180 questions
Exam time
230 minutes
Languages
16
The PMP certification proves you have the project leadership and expertise in any way of working:
- Predictive
- Hybrid
- Agile
It demonstrates your ability to lead projects without being tied to any specific:
- Industry
- Geographic location
Before you apply, make sure you meet the following CAPM certification requirements
Set A Requirements
- High school or secondary school diploma
- Minimum 60 months/5 years experience leading and managing projects within the past eight years
- 35 hours of project management education/training. You can also meet this requirement with:
- CAPM® certification
- PMI Authorized On-Demand PMP Exam Prep
- Instructor-Led PMP® course
Set B Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher (or global equivalent)
- 36 months/3 years experience leading and managing projects within the past eight years
- 35 hours of project management education/training. You can also meet this requirement with:
- CAPM® certification
- PMI Authorized On-Demand PMP Exam Prep
- Instructor-Led PMP® course
Set C Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher (or global equivalent) from a GAC accredited program
- 24 months/2 years experience leading and managing projects within the past eight years
- 35 hours of project management education/training (GAC core project management course work is pre-approved to fulfill this requirement)
Follow the steps below for a smooth application process
Gather your application materials
Document your experience related to past projects and training. Below are some examples to help guide you through your documentation process:
- Projects you’ve led
- Where you’ve worked, your role and responsibilities, duration of projects
- Training you’ve completed
- Institutions attended, courses completed, qualifying hours
Additional tips
- Remember to register a PMI.org user account before moving forward with your application.
- Don’t miss any requirements with the application checklist.
- Take your time. The application is save-as-you-go, so you can take a break if needed.
- Remember to focus on your role and responsibilities for the project, not as much on the project itself.
Follow the steps below for a smooth application process
First, congratulations!
You’re on the path toward career advancement. Once you verify your acceptance, the next step is to pay your exam fee.
In the case you’re selected for an eligibility audit, you must provide the following to confirm your eligibility:
- Copy of degree
- Verification of experience signed by supervisor
- Certification or proof of 35 hours of project management education/training or CAPM® certification
Schedule your PMP exam
After you pay, you can schedule your exam. Below are some helpful details about exam scheduling:
- You can take your exam at a Pearson Vue Testing Center (recommended) or securely online
- You may attempt the exam up to three times in one year if you don’t pass
Prepare for your CAPM exam day.
While PMI certifications validate your existing skills and experience, preparation and study is critical to passing the exam.
Whether you’re looking for in-person training, practice exams, or on-demand courses that allow you to go at your own pace, there are plenty of options for exam preparation.
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Countdown to exam day
What to expect
- About half of the examination will represent predictive project management approaches.
- The other half will represent agile or hybrid approaches.
- For more details, check out the PMP® Exam Content Outline.
At a glance:
- 230 minutes exam duration
- 180 questions in total
- 5 unscored pretest questions, 175 scored questions
- Offered in 16 different languages
Associated exam content
- People – 42%
- Process – 50%
- Business Environment – 8%
- Earning your PMP certification is a big accomplishment—maintaining it shouldn’t have to be.
- Continuous skill growth that extends beyond certification is critical to fueling your career and your impact.
- PMP holders are required to earn 60 Professional Development Units (PDUs) in each 3-year cycle to maintain a PMP certification.
- Each PDU represents one hour spent on professional development activities.
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