Is PMI membership mandatory?
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Is PMI membership mandatory?
There is good news here because you do NOT have to be a PMI member to become or remain PMP certified. Most project managers will join PMI as they are preparing for their PMP exam because they receive a substantial discount on the exam fees. So it makes a lot of sense to join and pay the fee.
Is it mandatory to renew PMI membership?
If you hold a PMI certification then it is compulsory for you to maintain your certification by participating in the CCR program in order to renew your certification every 3 years.
How much does it cost to take the CAPM?
Professionals who pursue project management certification are making a valuable, long-term investment in their careers. The PMI requires a fee for both exams with the cost of the CAPM exam at $225 for PMI members and $300 for non-members. The cost of the PMP exam is $405 for PMI members and $555 for non-members.
How much does it cost to be a PMI member?
Becoming a member of the Project Management Institute (PMI) can drop your exam fee from $555 to $405. Re-examination attempt fees are also dropped from $375 to $275. However, PMI membership comes at a cost, as well. There’s a membership fee of $129 and a joining fee of $10.
How long is PMI membership valid?
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® certification holders are now required to earn professional development units (PDUs) to maintain their certification every three years.
How many CAPM holders are there?
PMI Fact File
| CAPM® Certified Associate in Project Management | 39,524 |
|---|---|
| PMP® Project Management Professional | 958,593 |
| PgMP® Program Management Professional | 2,709 |
| PMI-RMP® PMI Risk Management Professional | 5,337 |
| PMI-SP® PMI Scheduling Professional | 1,997 |
What other benefit do you receive as a PMI member?
Additional membership benefits include access to a wide range of peer-written articles, on-demand webinars and volunteer opportunities that among other things, will help you earn Professional Development Units (PDUs) to maintain your PMI certifications.
Do PMI members get Pmbok for free?
YOU WILL GET A FREE COPY OF ALL PMI STANDARDS (INCLUDING PMBOK®) As a PMI member, you are entitled to a free copy of all the standards that PMI publishes. Most importantly, PMP and CAPM aspirants can download a free copy of the PMBOK® Guide, Fifth Edition and can save about $40 right there!