Introduction to PMI certification presentation on behalf of PMI-Delaware Valleu chapter. Presented to meetup group and individual interested in PMI certifications.

1. Introduction to PMI Certifications
PMI-Delaware Valley Chapter

2. What is PMI?
• World’s largest not-for-profit membership association for the project management profession
• Founded in 1969, PMI delivers value for more than 2.9 million professionals working in nearly every country
• Professional resources and research empower more than 700,000 members, credential holders
• Offers:
• Globally recognized standards and certification program
• Extensive academic and market research programs
• Chapters and communities of practice, and professional development opportunities
• Annual PMI Membership:
• Individual Member : USD $129 to join (plus USD $10 application fee), USD $129 to renew
• Student Member: USD $32 to join, USD $32 to renew
• Retiree Member: USD $65 to renew (PMI member in good standing for five consecutive years and have retired from
active employment)
More info
• http://www.pmi.org/
• http://www.pmi.org/membership/membership-types-of-memberships.aspx
Reference
• http://www.pmi.org/

3. PMI-DVC ,PMI – Delaware Valley Chapter
• PMI’s local chapter serves the Greater Philadelphia Area, South Jersey, Delaware and Eastern Shore Maryland
• Founded in 1979, serves membership to more than 3,000 members, with more than Sixty-five (65%) of them holding PMI® credentials
• Top five industries by membership are IT, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare, Consulting and Financial Services
• Key benefits to the members
• Networking / Events
• PMP Study Group
• Job Opportunities
• Education / Certification / Professional Development
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Exclusive discounted pricing at almost all PMI-DVC Events
• Annual PMI- DVC Membership:
• Individual Member : USD $25 to join, USD $25 to renew
• Student Member: USD $15 to join, USD $15 to renew
More Info
• http://www.pmi-dvc.org/
• http://www.pmi-dvc.org/membership/how-to-join
• http://www.pmi.org/membership/membership-types-of-memberships.aspx
Reference
• http://www.pmi-dvc.org/

4. Top five reasons to earn a PMI certification
1. Credibility. Provide an unbiased and reliable means to validate your domain 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.
Reference
• http://www.pmi.org/

5. Certification PMI offers
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®
• Project Management Professional (PMP)®
• PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)®
• Program Management Professional (PgMP)®
• Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP)®
• PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)SM
• PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)®
• PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)®
More info:
Overview: http://www.pmi.org/certification.aspx
http://www.pmi.org/Certification/What-are-PMI-Certifications.aspx
Getting Started: http://www.pmi.org/certification/get-started.aspx
FAQs: http://www.pmi.org/certification/faq.aspx
Certification Brochure: http://www.pmi.org/~/media/PDF/Certifications/pmi-certifications-brochure-2014.ashx
Reference
• http://www.pmi.org/

6. Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®
1. Certification definition
The CAPM certification recognizes a demonstrated understanding of the fundamental knowledge, processes and terminology as defined in the PMBOK Guide that are needed
for effective project management performance.
2. Who should apply?
IF YOU:
Provide subject matter expertise (e.g. finance, marketing, customer care)
Serve as project sponsors, facilitators, liaisons, or coordinators
3. Professional education (contact hours) or Professional work experience
Minimum of a high school diploma, associate degree or global equivalent:
At least 23 hours of project management education without professional work experience
OR
At least 1,500 hours of professional experience on a project team without project management education
4. Exam information
3-hour, 150-question, multiple-choice exam
5. Exam fee/Cost
PMI member: US $225 (€185) Non-member: US $300 (€250)
6. Certification cycle
5 years
7. Number of PDUs needed in three-year cycle
No PDUs. Re-exam at end of 5 year cycle
More info:
About the CAPM: http://www.pmi.org/certification/certified-associate-project-management-capm.aspx
Handbook: http://www.pmi.org/~/media/PDF/Certifications/handbooks/certified-associate-project-management-handbook-capm.ashx
Exam Content Outline: http://www.pmi.org/~/media/PDF/Certifications/exam-outline/certified-associate-project-management-exam-outline.ashx
Exam Guidance: http://www.pmi.org/certification/certified-associate-project-management-capm/capm-exam-prep.aspx
Reference http://www.pmi.org/

7. Project Management Professional (PMP)®
1. Certification definition
The PMP certification recognizes competence of an individual to perform in the role of a project manager, specifically experience in leading and directing projects.
2. Who should apply?
IF YOU:
Are responsible for all aspects of a project for the life of a project
Lead and direct cross-functional teams to deliver projects within the constraints of time, budget and scope
3. Professional education (contact hours)
35 hours in project management
4. Professional work experience
With bachelor’s degree or global equivalent: minimum three years (4,500 hrs) spent leading and directing projects within the last eight years
OR
With high school diploma or global equivalent: minimum five years (7,500 hrs) spent leading and directing projects within the last eight years
5. Exam information
4-hour, 200-question, multiple-choice exam
6. Exam fee
PMI member: US $405 (€340)Non-member: US $555 (€465)
7. Certification cycle
3 years
8. Number of PDUs needed in three-year cycle
60 PDUs
More info:
About the PMP: http://www.pmi.org/en/certification/project-management-professional-pmp.aspx
Handbook: http://www.pmi.org/~/media/PDF/Certifications/handbooks/project-management-professional-handbook-pmp.ashx
Exam Content Outline: http://www.pmi.org/~/media/PDF/Certifications/pmp-certification-exam-outline.ashx
Exam Guidance: http://www.pmi.org/certification/project-management-professional-pmp/pmp-exam-prep.aspx
Reference
http://www.pmi.org/

8. PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)®
1. Certification definition
The PMI-ACP certification recognizes knowledge of agile principles, practices, and tools and techniques across agile methodologies, not simply limiting a practitioner to one agile approach.
2. Who should apply?
IF YOU:
Have experience leading or working on agile project teams or with agile methodologies
Have training in agile practices
3. Professional education (contact hours)
Minimum 21 hours in agile practices
4. Professional work experience
2,000 hours working on project teams within the last five years**
AND
1,500 hours working on agile project teams or with agile methodologies within the last three years.
5. Exam information
3-hour, 120-question, multiple-choice exam
6. Exam fee
PMI member: US $435 (€365)Non-member: US $495 (€415)
7. Certification cycle
3 years
8. Number of PDUs needed in three-year cycle
30 PDUs* in agile principles and practices
More info:
About the PMI-ACP: http://www.pmi.org/certification/agile-management-acp.aspx
Handbook: http://www.pmi.org/~/media/PDF/Certifications/handbooks/agile-certified-practitioner-handbook-acp.ashx
Exam Content Outline: http://www.pmi.org/~/media/PDF/Certifications/exam-outline/agile-certified-exam-outline.ashx
Exam Guidance: http://www.pmi.org/certification/agile-management-acp/pmi-acp-exam-prep.aspx
*Note: These hours can also count toward maintenance of the PMP® or PgMP® certification.
** Working on Project Team Experience: for those holding a PMP or PgMP certification, PMI has already verified that the candidate has exceeded the 2,000 hour requirement. A PMP or PgMP certification holder will not need to enter these hours on
the application. ; Reference http://www.pmi.org/

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