PMI encourages candidates to apply for all certifications through the online certification system for a streamlined and efficient process.
Before You Begin
✅ Ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements for certification.
✅ Gather and prepare the necessary information required for your application.
Application Process & Guidelines
- Once you start an online application, you cannot cancel it.
- You can save your progress, return later, and edit any previously entered information.
- The application remains open for 90 days, and PMI will send periodic email reminders to complete it.
- Before submitting, you must read and agree to the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and the Certification Application/Renewal Agreement.
📌 Missing 40 Hours of Project Risk Management Education?
If you do not yet have the required 40 hours of project risk management education, you can generate a certificate on KnowledgeMap:
How to Record Your Experience & Education
📌 Experience:
- Use the Experience Verification section in the online application.
- Experience does not have to be paid work, but it must be in a professional setting.
- School projects or personal event planning do not qualify.
- Record each project separately, regardless of how many projects you include.
📌 Education:
- You can record all project risk management-related education, regardless of when it was completed.
- The coursework must be finished before submitting your application.
- The content must specifically focus on project risk management.
How to Apply?
📖 Review the PMI-RMP Exam Outline (RMP-Exam-Outline.pdf), particularly:
- How to Complete the Online Application (p. 12)
- How to Record Your Experience & Education on the Application (p. 13)
By carefully following these steps, you ensure a smooth and successful application process! 🚀