1. Educational Qualification: A four-year degree or equivalent from a recognized university or institution.
2. Project Management Experience: A minimum of three years of project management experience, with 4,500 hours of leading and directing projects.
3. Project Management Education: 35 hours of formal project management education.
4. Exam: Pass the Project Management Professional (PMP) exam.
Note: The eligibility criteria may vary depending on the country or region.
In addition to the above criteria, there are some other requirements that candidates must meet to become a certified project management professional. These include:
1. Adherence to the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct: Candidates must agree to abide by the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
2. Continuing Education: Certified project management professionals must earn 60 professional development units (PDUs) every three years to maintain their certification.
3. Membership: Candidates do not need to be members of the Project Management Institute (PMI) to take the PMP exam. However, PMI members receive discounts on exam fees and other benefits.
4. Exam Fee: Candidates must pay an exam fee to take the PMP exam. The fee varies depending on whether the candidate is a PMI member or not, and the country in which they are taking the exam.
Overall, becoming a certified project management professional requires a combination of education, experience, and passing the PMP exam. It is a rigorous process, but it can lead to a rewarding career in project management.
