Gold favors the bold

The world celebrates those who dare to go for gold—on podiums, on stages, in career-defining moments. PMP® certification is your opportunity to go for the gold standard in project management. Prove you’re ready for bigger projects, opportunities, and impact.

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Gold favors the bold

The world celebrates those who dare to go for gold—on podiums, on stages, in career-defining moments. PMP® certification is your opportunity to go for the gold standard in project management. Prove you’re ready for bigger projects, opportunities, and impact.

Your dream starts with PMP® certification

Olympic-level champions aren’t born—they're built.

Start working toward your own gold medal moment. Explore Project Management Professional (PMP)® —the gold standard certification that scores higher salaries, better opportunities, and dream-team assignments.

+30 Million

More Project Professionals needed by 2035 to fill the global talent gap

1.7 Million +

PMI certification holders worldwide, making PMI the leader in the field since 1969

17%

of PMP® holders reported higher median salaries than those without in our latest salary survey 

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Having PMP on your résumé is like, 'Yes. This person knows what they’re doing. They have the foundation. They have the experience and the strategic thinking.' And so it has advanced my career.

Krista McCalley, CAPM, PMP

Having PMP on your résumé is like, 'Yes. This person knows what they’re doing. They have the foundation. They have the experience and the strategic thinking.' And so it has advanced my career.

Krista McCalley, CAPM, PMP
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Train on your schedule

Chasing your gold standard goals means stepping up your study schedule with PMP exam prep courses and tools.

Explore On-Demand PMP Exam Prep

Our official prep course for the PMP exam not only prepares you to ace the test, it also provides the project management training hours you need to apply, so you can focus on earning your gold.

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    Get answers right from PMI

    From how to get going to how to keep growing, we’ve got articles and advice to help you start working toward your gold standard goals.
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    How Can I Plan a Stronger Year Ahead?

    Setting goals is just the beginning. Explore how to plan for the year ahead by prioritizing goals, structuring progress, and using PMI resources as strategic enablers to keep momentum moving.

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    Why Work with an Authorized Training Partner for PMP Prep?

    The right preparation is crucial to exam success. Authorized Training Partners (ATPs) offer structured, expert-led courses that align with PMI standards and increase your chance of success.

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    How Do I Translate My Ambition into Certification?

    Whatever your certification goals may be, this guide offers a clear plan, proven frameworks, and the support to stay focused from your first study session to the final exam.

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    From goals to gold standard achievement in 4 easy steps

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    Less experience? More options

    We offer 10 professional project management certifications. Make your resume shine with one that matches both your level of experience and your aspirations.
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      Certification Success Stories

      Through the PMI Blog’s Certified series, learn how PMP and other PMI certifications have helped Project Professionals realize their career dreams.

      Helping Refugees and Leading with Empathy

      When every moment counts, adaptability matters. Mansoor Wahdat, PMI-ACP, PMP, uses agile project management to navigate the fast-paced world of humanitarian work.

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      Building Infrastructure and Community

      From pivots to infrastructure projects for the Xeni Gwet’in First Nations Government, Michael shares how the PMP brought structure and leadership, while the GPM-b helped align projects with community values.

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      Building Narrative-Rich Video Games

      Growing up, Stephanie Bedford was mentored by a devoted PMP-certified Project Manager — her mom. Now she’s a PMP in the gaming industry, where she leads a cross-functional team at a major studio.

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      Leading Formula 1-Scale Experiences

      Danny Klima, PMP, PgMP, shares on the role PMI certifications played in advancing his career and how he leads major projects for Formula 1 racing.

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      Giving Creative Teams Structure at a Global Ad Agency

      Finance, government, healthcare, marketing, advertising, Matt Austin, PMP, has thrived as a leader across industries. His career demonstrates that project management skills, backed by certification, travel well.

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      Speed and Storytelling in Broadcast Television

      Production manager Nina Yaa Frema Aning, CAPM, embraces her role at the intersection of creativity and structure. She applies her project management skills to produce inspiring broadcasts on tight deadlines.

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