INTRODUCTION:
The PMI-SP® certification program acknowledges individuals’ exceptional expertise in project teams, highlighting their pivotal contributions to project management. It identifies advanced competence in scheduling, ensuring fundamental skills across project management domains. Globally recognized, this certification assures employers of certified individuals’ prowess, providing a reliable pool of skilled practitioners. It serves as both a hiring benchmark and a structured career path for aspiring project management professionals.
CERTIFICATION BODY:
PMI®: For over 50 years, the Project Management Institute has been empowering global project professionals through lifelong learning, top-tier certifications, and a vast network of chapters spanning 300+ locations. As the foremost authority in project management, PMI® continues to shape success worldwide.
LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
This training program is structured to provide participants with comprehensive insights and skills, including:
- Strategic Scheduling: Understanding the methodologies and strategies essential for effective scheduling practices within project management.
- Software Significance: Highlighting the role and significance of scheduling software in optimizing project timelines and resource utilization.
- Comprehensive Coverage: Delving into the nuances of planning, development, monitoring, controlling, and closure aspects of scheduling, ensuring a holistic understanding of scheduling phases.
- Stakeholder Communication: Prioritizing effective communication strategies tailored for stakeholders to ensure alignment and engagement throughout project timelines.
- Project Management Expertise: Equipping participants with adept project management skills, enabling them to navigate complexities and oversee projects efficiently.
- Schedule Management Plans: Assisting in the formulation and implementation of robust Schedule Management Plans, vital for successful project execution.
- Role Recognition: Recognizing and understanding the pivotal role of Scheduling Professionals throughout the project lifecycle, from initiation to closure.
- Domain Expansion: Expanding opportunities and horizons within the Project Management domain, preparing individuals for varied roles and responsibilities in the industry.
EXAM INFORMATION:
Certification Examination Details:
- The certification examination comprises 170 multiple-choice questions.
- Candidates are allotted 3.5 hours to complete the examination.
PMI-SP Certification Maintenance:
- To maintain PMI-SP certification, individuals must accumulate 30 Professional Development Units (PDUs) within a three-year cycle.
- These PDUs should be earned specifically in the specialized topic of project scheduling.
Requirements
- Secondary Degree Route:
Secondary degree or equivalent.
Minimum 40 months of project scheduling experience in the last 5 years
Completion of at least 40 hours of project scheduling education. - Four-Year Degree Route:
Four-year degree or equivalent qualification.
Minimum 24 months of project scheduling experience in the last 5 years.
Completion of at least 30 hours of project scheduling education.
Target audiences
- Project Managers and Aspiring Project Managers
- Team Leads and Team Managers
- Project Associates and Assistants/Engineers
- Project Analysts and Coordinators
- Software Developers
- Individuals directly or indirectly involved in project management endeavors