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We serve practitioners and organizations with standards that describe good practices, globally recognized credentials that certify project management expertise, and resources for professional development, networking and community.

Pulse report shows communications is the essential ingredient Pulse report shows communications is the essential ingredient

Our latest Pulse of the ProfessionTM research shows that 55 percent of project managers agree that effective communications to all stakeholders is the most critical success factor in project management. Yet in many organizations, communications miss the mark.

What are the challenges and what’s the way forward? See the latest information.

Do you use agile tools and techniques in your projects?Do you use agile tools and techniques in your projects?

The PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® credential recognizes your expertise in using agile practices in project management. It can help you get ahead. Open your application today!

Impact of technology on project schedulingImpact of technology on project scheduling

Join us for the PMI Scheduling Conference, where keynote speaker Richard K. Faris, senior VP of Oracle’s Primavera solutions, will discuss the impact of technology on scheduling…how organizations perceive and use scheduling…and where it’s headed. 

19-22 June | Caribe Royale | Orlando, Florida, USA  

A coach in your cornerA coach in your corner

Career coaches can open doors to professional and personal growth — if you know what to ask of them.  See this new article on Career Central and visit our extensive features archive.

Get prepared. Find a job. Move ahead. 

  • Pulse report shows communications is the essential ingredient
    Communications is the essential ingredient
  • Do you use agile tools and techniques in your projects?
    PMI Agile Certified Practitioner
    (PMI-ACP)®
  • Impact of technology on project scheduling
    Strategic project scheduling
  • A coach in your corner
    A coach in your corner

Earn a certification and expand your opportunities

PMI credentials certify your knowledge and experience in project management so you can be more confident at work and more competitive in the job market.

Several different certifications including the PMP® fit a range of experience levels and needs. Find out more or get started now to apply.

Maintain your certification and your edge. Earn and report professional development units (PDUs).

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communities of practice

Project management is a dynamic profession and you’ll want to stay up to date. Become a member for all the resources that keep you informed, improve your technique and support your career.

Join our communities of practice to expand the boundaries of knowledge, and to give or get advice from peers who share your interests.

Get involved in a PMI chapter to enjoy events, education and networking with practitioners near you.

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Mastering the Leadership Role in Project Management Mastering the Leadership Role in Project Management

In the knowledge economy, author Alexander Laufer, PhD, says there is no ‘one best way’ to manage projects. Through eight remarkable case studies, he guides you to tailor your leadership to your project’s unique context.

 Driving Organizational Success in a Complex EnvironmentDriving Organizational Success in a Complex Environment 

Take an interactive look at information and data on the high cost of low performance in project, program and portfolio management and the way forward.

Includes data for the U.K., Europe, Latin America and government compared with global results.

When Passion Drives the ProgramWhen Passion Drives the Program

Mayday, a Taiwanese band with a massive following, attracted 200,000 fans to Beijing’s national stadium in 2012 to promote their album, “Noah’s Ark.”

Read how passion, performance and program management come together for their management company, Believe Music, in a Voices post by Roger Chou, PgMP.

Case Study on Stakeholder Management Case Study on Stakeholder Management

Girish Dharan, PMP, addressed a real-life challenge in managing his program’s stakeholders by creating a matrix to identify the leaders, followers and “game changers.” He used the matrix to help clarify roles and relevant actions to take — an approach you can apply to your projects.