PgMP Certification:
Program Management Professional Certification
Those with a PgMP certification manage programs that incorporate complex activities that span functions, cultures, organizations, and geographic regions; set up rapport, build credibility and maintain communication with stakeholders; possess cross-cultural awareness, the ability to lead, advanced skills in finance, communication, influence, conflict resolution, and negotiation.
The PgMP candidates secures the ultimate accomplishment of the program; make decisions that advance business objectives strategically and modify programs. The candidates assign project managers and define and initiate projects; and oversee multiple projects. The PgMP certification recognizes exhibited experience, performance and skill in oversight of multiple projects that are related and aligned with an organizational strategy.
| Credential Name | Program Management Professional |
| Credential Role | Achieves an organizational objective through defining and overseeing projects and resources |
| Requirements & Eligibility | Secondary diploma (high school diploma/global equivalent) 4 years project management experience 7 years program management experience OR 4-year degree (bachelor's degree/global equivalent) 4 years project management experience 4 years program management experience |
| Obtaining Credential | 3 evaluations-application panel review + mulitiple-choice exam + multi-rater assessment |
| Exam Information | 4 hours; 170 questions |
| Fees | US$1,500 PMI memmbers (US$1,800 nonmembers) |
| Credential Maintenance Cycles and Requirements | 3 years; 60 PDUs |
Download the PgMP handbook.
Download the PgMP application.