Project Management Institute
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PMI is the world’s leading not-for-profit association for the project management profession.
The PMP Credential
The PMP was initiated in 1984 to recognize an individual’s demonstrated understanding of the knowledge and skills to lead and direct project teams and to deliver results within the constraints of schedule, budget, and resources. Candidates for the PMP credential ensure that all of the aspects of the project plan are executed and that progress and variances are properly addressed and communicated. They are responsible for all aspects of the project for the life of the project and not only lead and direct the project, but also oversee project team members.
PMP Eligibility Requirements
The PMP Role Delineation states that candidates for the PMP credential:- Perform their duties under general supervision and are responsible for all aspects of the project for the life of the project
- Lead and direct cross-functional teams to deliver projects within the constraints of schedule, budget, and scope
- Demonstrate sufficient knowledge and experience to appropriately apply a methodology to projects that have reasonably well-defined project requirements and deliverables
| Educational Background | Project Management Experience | Project Management Education |
| High school diploma, associate’s degree or global equivalent | Minimum five years/60 months unique non-overlapping professional project management experience during which at least 7,500 hours were spent leading and directing project tasks |
35 contact hours of formal education |
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Bachelor’s degree or global equivalent |
Minimum three years/36 months unique non-overlapping professional project management experience during which at least 4,500 hours were spent leading and directing project tasks | 35 contact hours of formal education |
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