CPMAI | PMI

Cognitive Project Management in AI (CPMAI)™ v7 - Training & Certification

Offered by PMI

Master AI project management with CPMAI™—the industry’s leading training and certification program designed to equip you with the skills, tools, and strategies for AI success.

Overview

CPMAI equips professionals with a vendor-neutral, structured methodology to successfully manage AI projects. This flexible, self-paced program delivers in-depth training on AI concepts, project management best practices, and emerging technologies like Generative AI and Agentic AI. Through real-world applications, case studies, and practical implementation techniques, CPMAI ensures you can confidently align AI initiatives with business goals. Whether you're new to AI or already implementing solutions, this certification provides the expertise needed to lead organizational initiatives with confidence.

Particularly suited to:

  • Project, program, and product managers

  • Data professionals

  • Technologists, Consultants, and IT professionals

  • Directors and Senior Managers leading AI initiatives

For full details on the exam format and topics covered, review the CPMAI Exam Content Outline. 

What you'll learn
The 30-hour CPMAI course ensures you have access to the most current practices and strategies for managing AI projects by covering the following topics. PMI’s comprehensive self-paced format includes directed multimedia content, a guided review of Exam Content Outline (ECO) references, and structured independent study activities, allowing learners to progress at their own pace while building a deep understanding of the material.
AI Fundamentals
Gain a strong foundation in AI, ML, and deep learning concepts. Explore different learning methods, including supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning, along with key insights into Generative AI terminology, applications, and strategies.
AI Project Management & Strategy
Learn best practices for managing AI projects effectively, including understanding the seven patterns of AI and the six phases of the CPMAI Methodology. Discover how to iterate AI projects for long-term success while crafting and managing an ideal AI project team.
Data & AI Model Management
Master data preparation and management for AI initiatives while applying trustworthy AI principles throughout every stage of development. Understand how business understanding, data understanding, model development, and operationalization come together to drive AI success.
Real-World Applications
Put your knowledge into action with case studies and hands-on applications of CPMAI in real-world AI projects. Learn how to effectively implement Generative AI strategies to enhance project outcomes, streamline workflows, and drive AI project success.
Workbook
Along with these modules, you'll receive a comprehensive workbook designed to guide you through each step of your AI initiatives. 

How it works

PDU breakdown

This online course provides an opportunity to earn professional development units (PDUs) while building valuable skills.

Total PDUs

30

PDU points

Business acumen

3

PDU points purple selected

Ways of working

19.5

PDU points blue selected

Power skills

7.5

PDU points red selected
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The CPMAI methodology and certification was exactly what I was looking for. It provides a comprehensive overview of how to manage and run AI projects, and how to scope AI projects for success. I was trying to find faults with this training and certification and couldn’t.

Christina Kucek
Sr. Product Manager, Data & AI, GSK

The CPMAI methodology and certification was exactly what I was looking for. It provides a comprehensive overview of how to manage and run AI projects, and how to scope AI projects for success. I was trying to find faults with this training and certification and couldn’t.

Christina Kucek
Sr. Product Manager, Data & AI, GSK
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