What is PMI®?
– the world’s largest institution for project management professionals,
– the world’s leader in creating project management standards,
– an international certification centre that enables anyone who wants to be successful in Project Management to obtain prestigious professional diplomas.
When and where was PMI® founded?
– The Institute was founded in Philadelphia in 1969,
– today it has more than 450,000 members in 170 countries around the world.
What are PMI® standards?
Project management standards are developed on the basis of association members’ experience, gathered in a compendium – Project Management Body of Knowledge,
Based on the decision of the American National Standard Istitute, PMBOK® Guide has become the binding standard in the field of project management.
PMI® in Poland
In 2003 PMI®, the world’s leading professional non-profit association, established the Project Management Institute PMI Warsaw, Poland Chapter,
On 8 May 2007 the association changed its name to PMI Poland Chapter (PMI Poland) and transformed its structure by establishing 5 branches in Gdansk, Krakow, Lodz, Poznan, Warsaw and Wroclaw.
What is the CAPM® certification?
Certified Associate in Project Management® (CAPM) is a PMI® certification that validates knowledge in the area of project management.
Who is the CAPM certificate for?
The certificate programme is specifically designed to meet the needs of novices in the art of project management, project team members and students who want to confirm their competencies in the field and outline their future career path.
How do I obtain the CAPM certification?
To obtain and maintain the CAPM certification, you must meet the minimum requirements set by PMI® and then renew it every 5 years by passing the exam again.
CAPM®
The CAPM® certification proves that you are familiar with the basics of project management, the processes and standards involved and the professional terminology.
How much does a CAPM certificate cost:
What is a PMP certification?
Project Management Professional® (PMP) is a specialized professional certificate confirming the highest level of competence in project management.
How to get a PMP certification?
To become and remain certified you need to pass a rigorous examination and then renew it every 3 years by actively accumulating PDU (Professional Development Unit) credits.
What are the benefits of the certification?
The PMP certification is recognized by most large companies and government institutions around the world. More and more companies even require that every person involved in project management activities has a PMP® certificate. This is a high class confirmation of not only knowledge and familiarity with global standards in a given field but also professional practice.
Requirements to obtain a PMP® certificate
In order to obtain a PMP® certificate it is necessary to meet the educational and professional experience requirements which are verified during the exam registration process.
Then each candidate must demonstrate an acceptable and convincing level of project management knowledge, tested during the PMP® certification exam.
I have my PMP certification – what next?
As part of the CCR (Continuing Certification Requirements) program, PMP® title holders are required to be active in the professional field and undergo continuing education. The certificate is granted for a period of 3 years and during this time 60 PDU (Professional Development Unit) points need to be earned in order to renew it. At the same time you have to pay a renewal fee of $150 (for PMI® members – $60).
PDUs are earned through participation in various courses and professional trainings, publications in the field of project management or active participation in PMI® association.
What amounts do I need to invest in PMP® certification?
