Demystify PMP and CAPM Certifications

PMI Puget Sound ChapterEdmonds Community College

Discover Project Management Open House12/8/09

Margaret C. Mullin PMP CSM

Topics To Be Covered

•Definitions•Benefits of Certification for Organizations•Benefits of Certification for Individuals•Comparison of Certifications•CAPM•PMP

Definitions

•PMI•PMBOK•Credentialing/Certification•CAPM•PMP•PDUs

Benefits of Certification for Organizations

1. Common processes and terminology2. More disciplined professionals3. Teams understand what is required4. Teams will value team work5. Inspire confidence with clients

1. Standard baseline and terminology2. Code of Ethics3. Up-to-date global knowledge

6. Repeatable processes and improved project results7. Improved employee retention8. Help grow Project Management Profession

(Source: www.pmi.org)

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Benefits of Certification for Individuals

1. Demonstrate commitment to PM industry2. Recognition of skills, knowledge and abilities3. Reflects achievement4. Can lead to greater earnings5. Can lead to career opportunities and

advancement6. Prepare you for greater job responsibilities7. Improve skills and abilities8. Build self confidence9. Greater peer recognition10. Enhance the profession

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CAPMCertified Associate in Project

Management

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Project Role Contributes to project team

Eligibility Requirements

•High School Diploma/ Global Equivalent•1500 hours experience OR 23 hours PM education

Steps to Obtaining Credential

Application process and multiple choice exam

Exam Information

3 hours, 150 questions

Fees US $225 PMI Member/$300 non member

Credential Maintenance Cycles & requirements

5 years, re-exam

(Source: www.pmi.org)

PMPProject Management Professional

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Project Role Leads and directs project team

Eligibility Requirements

•High School Diploma/ Global Equivalent•5 years Project Management Experience, 35 hours Project Management Education OR Bachelor’s Degree/Global Equivalent, 3 years Project Management Experience, 35 hours Project Management Education

Steps to Obtaining Credential Application process and multiple choice exam

Exam Information 4 hours, 200 questions

Fees US $405 PMI Member/$555 non member

Credential Maintenance Cycles & requirements

3 years, 60 PDUs

(Source: www.pmi.org)

Comparison of Certifications

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(Source: www.pmi.org)

References

The PMBOK® Guide, 4th Ed. 2008, by PMI*www.pmi.org

* “PMI”, “PMBOK”, “CAPM” and “PMP” are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.

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Questions?

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