PMP Certification

PMP Certification is the preeminent credential for Project Managers.

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification demonstrates the knowledge and experience to bring business projects to successful completion. PMP certified project managers have the project expertise and managerial skills to finish projects on time, within scope and under budget, across all industries.

PMI sets forth strict eligibility requirements before you can take the PMP certification exam - see the current PMP certification prerequisites below. Beyond the education and experience requirements, Project Management Professionals agree to adhere to a code of professional conduct, and periodically satisfy continuing education requirements to keep their PMP certification active.

PMP certification is widely respected and recognized as the pinnacle of project management credentials by businesses and government agencies worldwide. Several Fortune 500 companies require their PMs, managers and team leaders to be PMP certified. PMP certification is a true differentiator; project managers without a PMP are at a competitive disadvantage.

If you’re an experienced project manager looking to solidify your skills, stand out to employers and maximize your earning potential, PMP certification is the right path for you.

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Skills Measured by PMP Certification

Here are some of the key skills and knowledge areas covered in the PMP certification exam:

• Project Management Professionals can lead and direct cross-functional teams to successfully deliver complex projects.
• PMP certified project managers can complete projects within the constraints of schedule, budget, and scope.
• PMP certified project managers understand advanced project management concepts and processes.
• Project Management Professionals know how to apply PM methodologies to complete projects.
• PMP certified project managers adhere to a rigid code of ethics and professional conduct.

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PMP Certification Exams

Candidates must pass one exam to become PMP certified:

• PMI PMP Certification Exam (PMBOK 4th Edition)

PMP Exam Duration: 4 hours
PMP Exam Length: 200 questions
PMP Passing Score: 137 correct answers (68.5%)
PMP Exam Cost: $405 USD for PMI Members | $555 USD for Non-Members
PMP Exam Type: Computer-based; Multiple choice questions with four possible answers (A through D); PMP testers get their score plus a detailed performance report immediately upon exam completion.

Breakdown of PMP Certification Exam Questions by Project Management Domain:

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PMP Certification Eligibility Requirements

You must meet one of the following prerequisite sets to sit for the PMP certification exam. PMP candidate prerequisites are checked at random by existing Project Management Professionals.

• A four-year degree (bachelor’s or the international equivalent) plus 3 or more years of project management experience, with 4500 hours leading and directing projects, and 35 hours of PMI-approved project management education
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• A secondary diploma (high school or the international equivalent) with at least 5 years of project management experience, with 7500 hours leading and directing projects, and 35 hours of PMI-approved project management education

If you do not meet the PMP eligibility requirements, you still may qualify for PMI's associate-level project management credential - the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM). The CAPM certification is a powerful credential in its own right, with CAPM salaries averaging close to $100,000 USD per year.

The PMI Globally Accredited Degree Programs below can help you satisfy the PMP certification eligibility requirements and prepare for the PMP exam.

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PMP Training Programs, Degrees & Certificates

Browse the top-rated undergrad & graduate degrees, professional certificates, online training programs and self-paced courses matching the PMP certification and related career paths.

The following education programs are accredited by PMI's Global Accreditation Center for Project Management. The Project Management Institute ensures GAC accredited programs meet its exacting standards for quality while successfully preparing students for specific project management positions and career advancement.

Accredited School	PMP Certification Training	Course Highlights & Certifications
Request More Info	Master's Degree in Project Mgmt. Method: Online Degree Degree Level: Master Accredited Program: Yes Financial Aid Available: Yes	PMI Globally Accredited Master's Degree Business Continuity, Security & Risk Mgmt. Learn PMI Program Management Processes International Business, Economics & Cultures The Internet, E-Commerce & Web Design Quantitative & Qualitative Decision-Making Developing New Products and Services Learn Cost-Effective Project Management Communication Skills for Project Managers Project Risk and Cost Management Training Financial Concepts, Problems & Solutions Graduates Get 1500 Hours of PM Experience Toward Earning the PMP Certification
Request More Info	MBA - Technology Management Method: Online Degree Degree Level: Master Accredited Program: Yes Financial Aid Available: Yes Prerequisite: Bachelor's Degree	Provides the Skills to Pursue a Career as an IT Manager, Client Technology Manager or CIO Prepare to Lead Organizations in the Planning, Development, Operation & Management of IT Applied Managerial Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing & Decision-Making Courses Led by Real-World IT Management Practitioners Use IT to Foster a Real Competitive Advantage Learn to Manage Relational Database Systems Networking & Telecommunication Management IT Innovation's Impact on Strategy & Operations IT Management and Team Leadership Training IT Management Capstone featuring Research, Analysis & Study of Real Business / IT Issues CTU's Virtual Campus won Computerworld Honors "Best of the Best" Academia Award CTU is a PMI Registered Education Provider Option to Attend Individual Online Courses
Request More Info	Master's Degree in IT Project Mgmt. Method: Online Degree Degree Level: Master Accredited Program: Yes Financial Aid Available: Yes	PMI Globally Accredited Master's Degree Advanced IT Project Management Training Degree Credits Transfer to PMP, CAPM, etc. Learn the Concepts Embodied in PMI PMBOK Quantitative Methods for Information Systems Enterprise-Level Information Security Training Business Data Communication and Networks Business Database Design & Implementation Information Systems Analysis and Design Distributed Software Dev. & Management Java Object-Oriented Development Training Traditional & Web Enterprise Architecture Graduates Get 1500 Hours of PM Experience Toward Earning the PMP Certification
Request More Info	B.S.B.A. in Project Management Method: Online Degree Degree Level: Bachelor Accredited Program: Yes Financial Aid Available: Yes	PMI Globally Accredited Bachelor's Degree PMI PMBOK Processes & Knowledge Areas Manage Time, Cost, Resources & Specification Success Working w/ International Businesses Data-Driven Decision Making with Statistics Project Performance and Quality Assurance Effective Marketing in the Virtual Marketplace Project Scheduling, Cost & Risk Management Graduates Get 1500 Hours of PM Experience Toward Earning the PMP Certification CTU's Virtual Campus won Computerworld Honors "Best of the Best" Academia Award CTU is a PMI Registered Education Provider Option to Attend Individual Online Courses
Request More Info	B.B.A. in Project Management Method: Online or On-Campus Degree Level: Bachelor Accredited Program: Yes Financial Aid Available: Yes	PMI Globally Accredited Bachelor's Degree Credits can be Applied to PMP & CAPM Certs Advanced Cost and Resource Management Contracts and Bid Negotiation Workshops Project Risk Assessment & Risk Management Learn Just-In-Time (JIT) Business Strategies Business Systems Analysis & Problem Solving Advanced Interview Skills and Best Practices Coordinating Human Resources for Projects Degree Aligns with PMI PMBOK Curriculum Graduates Get 1500 Hours of PM Experience Toward Earning the PMP Certification
Request More Info	Project Management Certificate Method: Online Training Degree Level: Grad. Certificate Accredited Program: Yes Financial Aid Available: Yes	PMI Globally Accredited Certificate Program Learn to Organize, Plan & Manage Projects Master the Project Management Life Cycle Effective Team Leadership and Motivation Learn the Essential PM Tools & Techniques Manage Costs, Quality, Procurement & Risk Graduates Get 1500 Hours of PM Experience Toward Earning the PMP Certification

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PMP Certification Jobs

Your specialized project management training and PMP certification qualifies you for a variety of job roles including:

• Project Manager jobs: Browse and apply to Project Manager Job Openings
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• Project Manager/Business Analyst: Browse and apply to Project Manager/Business Analyst Jobs
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PMP Certification Salary

Average salary for PMP certified professionals and other project management certification holders:

• PMI CAPM Certification salary: $80,997
• CompTIA Project+ Certification salary: $87,057
• PMI PMP Certification salary: $103,570
• CSM: Certified Scrum Master salary: $113,979
• PMI Agile Certification salary: $109,637

Average Salary by Project Management Certification
Source: 2011 IT Skills & Salary Report by Global Knowledge and TechRepublic

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• ISC2 CISSP Certification
• CompTIA Project+ Certification
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