Benefits of GAC Accreditation for Academic Programs

GAC accreditation is a globally recognized mark of quality that demonstrates academic excellence, strengthens program reputation and supports student success.

Benefits of GAC Accreditation for Academic Programs

GAC accreditation is a globally recognized mark of quality that demonstrates academic excellence, strengthens program reputation and supports student success.

Overview

Strengthen your program’s quality, visibility and value to students, employers and academic stakeholders.

  • GAC accreditation confirms that an institution’s project management degree or certificate program meets global standards and is designed to prepare students for success in today’s workforce.
  • For academic programs, accreditation creates a clear signal of quality—helping strengthen reputation, improve market visibility, support continuous improvement and connect curriculum to employer needs.

Associate, bachelor's, postgraduate, doctoral, and credit-bearing certificate programs are eligible to apply.

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project managers needed by 2030

Why pursue PMI GAC accreditation?

Supporting Excellence in Project Management Education

GAC accreditation helps institutions turn academic quality into measurable program value: stronger recognition, greater visibility with prospective students, clearer alignment to workforce expectations and stronger pathways from the classroom to project management careers.

Associate, bachelor’s, postgraduate, doctoral and credit-bearing certificate programs are eligible to apply.

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Benefits for academic programs

Join a global network of more than 210 accredited programs across 24 countries.

Strengthen Program Reputation
Demonstrate academic excellence, strengthen institutional credibility and show prospective students and employers that your program meets globally recognized quality standards.
Attract More Students Through Increased Visibility
Help prospective students, employers and academic peers find and recognize your program through the GAC seal and accredited program directory.
Enrich the Classroom Experience
Use GAC standards to keep curriculum, instruction and learning outcomes aligned with the evolving needs of project management.
Access Exclusive Academic Resources
Access PMI intellectual property, academic resources and exclusive GAC student scholarship opportunities.
Support Graduates to Launch Project Management Careers
Show that graduates are prepared to apply project management knowledge in the workforce and pursue career opportunities across industries.
Help Students Earn Credit Towards PMI Certification
Give students a head start toward PMI certifications by helping them apply eligible education, training and experience credit toward globally recognized credentials.

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Why institutions pursue GAC accreditation

Strengthen your program’s quality, visibility and value to students, employers and academic stakeholders.

  • Demonstrate academic quality
  • Increase visibility and recognition
  • Align curriculum with industry needs
  • Support student success and graduate career outcomes
  • Connect students with PMI certification pathways

What are Institutions saying?

Read testimonials from program leaders at accredited schools and universities.

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    GAC impact in action

    Case Study: How NYU Prepares the Next Generation of Project Management

    NYU School of Professional Studies earned GAC accreditation, gaining global recognition for its graduate program and developing future project leaders to succeed in the workforce.

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    Associate, bachelor's, postgraduate, doctoral and credit-bearing certificate programs in project management or related disciplines may be eligible for accreditation.