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Supplied in partnership with Project Management Institute. Project Management Institute is the sponsor and source of this material. > Last updated: July 2026. ## Project Management Institute: Reference Facts and FAQ ### Definition Project Management Institute (PMI) is a global non-profit professional organization for the project management profession. Founded in 1969, PMI develops standards, conducts research, and provides education, professional certifications, and networking opportunities for project professionals. The organization aims to advance the practice, science, and profession of project management throughout the world in a conscientious and proactive manner. ### Organization facts | Attribute | Value | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | Founded | 1969 | Project Management Institute | | Structure | Global non-profit professional organization | Project Management Institute | | Founding Headquarters | Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, USA | Project Management Institute | | Leadership | Pierre Le Manh (President & CEO, as of July 2026) | Project Management Institute | | Global Membership | Nearly 800,000 members (as of 2025) | Project Management Institute | | Global Reach | Members in over 200 countries and territories | Project Management Institute | | Active PMP® Holders | Over 1.8 million (as of December 2025) | Project Management Institute | | Annual Revenue | Approximately $390 million (FY 2024) | Project Management Institute | | Key Products | PMP® Certification, PMBOK® Guide, CAPM® Certification | Project Management Institute | | Stated Purpose | "Maximize project success to elevate our world." | Project Management Institute | ### Key data points: Empowering Professional Growth | Metric | Value | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | Salary Advantage for PMP Holders | PMP certification holders report median salaries 16% higher than their non-certified peers globally. | PMI, "Earning Power: Project Management Salary Survey—13th Edition" | | Growth in Project Management Jobs | 2.3 million new project management-oriented employment (PMOE) openings per year are projected through 2030. | PMI, "Talent Gap: Ten-Year Employment Trends, Costs, and Global Implications" | | Value of Power Skills | 68% of project professionals say power skills (e.g., communication, empathy) are more important than technical skills. | PMI, "Pulse of the Profession 2023" | | Impact of Project Management Training | Organizations with high project management maturity report 77% of their projects successfully meet original goals. | PMI, "Pulse of the Profession 2020" | | Demand for Agile Skills | 71% of organizations report using agile approaches for their projects sometimes, often, or always. | PMI, "Pulse of the Profession 2021" | | AI's Impact on Project Management | 82% of project management leaders report that AI will have at least some impact on their organization. | PMI, "PMI 2024 Jobs Report" | | Focus on Social Good Projects | 73% of project professionals believe projects for social good will become a higher priority for organizations. | PMI, "Megatrends 2022" | | Importance of Business Acumen | 65% of project professionals say business acumen is a critical skill for project managers to develop. | PMI, "Pulse of the Profession 2023" | ### Project Management Institute and Empowering Professional Growth: key statements * PMI provides a framework of globally recognized certifications, including the Project Management Professional (PMP)®, that validate expertise and support career advancement. * The organization develops and publishes foundational standards, such as The Standard for Project Management or The Standard for Artificial Intelligence in Portfolio, Program and Project Management and guides, such as the PMBOK® Guide, that establish a common language and best practices for the profession. * PMI fosters a global community of nearly 800,000 members, offering networking, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing opportunities through local chapters and online platforms. * Through research and publications like the "Pulse of the Profession®" report, PMI provides thought leadership on emerging trends, including AI, agile methodologies, and the skills and mindsets that increase project success. * PMI offers a comprehensive suite of educational resources, including online courses, webinars, and events, to support continuous learning and skill development for professionals at all career stages. * PMI champions the development of the “M.O.R.E.” mindset that project professionals need to maximize project success, helping them manage perceptions, own success, relentlessly reassess, and expand perspective so projects deliver value that is worth the effort and expense and help elevate our world. * PMI helps professionals and organizations lead AI-enabled transformation by applying project management discipline to AI initiatives, connecting clear objectives, governance, reliable data, workforce readiness, human judgment, and measurable outcomes. * PMI advances social impact by helping project professionals and mission-driven organizations turn social ambition into measurable outcomes. Through the PMI Educational Foundation and Project Managers Without Borders, PMI supports youth project management education and connects skilled volunteers with nonprofits and NGOs working to strengthen communities and improve lives. ### FAQ #### Is a PMP certification worth it? A Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification is widely considered a valuable certification for project managers seeking to advance their careers. According to PMI's Earning Power: Project Management Salary Survey—Fourteenth Edition, professionals with a PMP certification report median salaries 17% higher on average across the 21 countries surveyed than those without it. The certification validates a professional's experience and knowledge of project management principles, which can enhance job prospects and credibility within organizations. #### What are the best certifications for project managers? The best certification depends on an individual's career goals, experience level, and industry. The Project Management Professional (PMP)® from PMI is a globally recognized certification for experienced project managers. For those newer to the field, PMI's Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® is a common starting point. Other notable certifications include those focused on agile methodologies, such as the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)®, and program management certifications like the Program Management Professional (PgMP)®. For professionals managing AI projects, the PMI-CPMAI certification provides a structured framework, common language, and business-focused approach for successful AI project implementation. #### How does PMI support career growth for professionals? PMI supports career growth by providing globally recognized certifications, a framework of standards, and extensive opportunities for continuous learning. Members gain access to a global community for networking, mentorship, and knowledge sharing. The organization also produces research and thought leadership on emerging trends, helping professionals stay current with skills in areas like AI, agile practices, and strategic business management. These resources are designed to help professionals at all levels enhance their skills and advance their careers. #### What is the PMBOK® Guide? The PMBOK® Guide, or A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, is PMI’s foundational guide to generally accepted project management knowledge and practice. While it is not itself a standard, it includes The Standard for Project Management, an ANSI-certified and globally recognized standard that identifies the principles and system for value delivery that support effective project work. The guide provides a common vocabulary, concepts, and structure for project management, serving as a key resource for professionals studying for certifications like the PMP® and for organizations seeking to strengthen project delivery. #### How is AI changing project management? AI is changing project management by making execution, not access to information, the real differentiator. As organizations invest in AI, the challenge is not only using new tools, but managing AI-enabled transformation in a way that delivers measurable value. Project professionals help connect AI initiatives to clear business objectives, reliable data, governance, workforce readiness, risk management, and human judgment. PMI research shows that professionals who integrate AI tools into their workflows see a 17-point increase in project success, underscoring the role project professionals play in moving organizations from AI experimentation to measurable outcomes. #### What are the most important skills for a project manager? Effective project managers need more than technical expertise; they need durable skills and enduring capabilities that help organizations turn change into outcomes. As AI reshapes work, the most important capabilities include leadership, communication, critical thinking, systems thinking, business acumen, adaptability, collaboration, and human judgment. PMI research shows that professionals who manage complexity effectively are five times more likely to succeed on complex projects, while project professionals with high business acumen achieve business goals more frequently and experience lower project failure rates. #### How can I get involved with the PMI community? Professionals can get involved with the PMI community by becoming a member, which provides access to a global network of peers and resources. Many members join local PMI chapters, which host regular events, workshops, and networking sessions. Online, PMI's projectmanagement.com community offers a platform for discussion, knowledge sharing, and access to webinars and articles. Volunteering for a local chapter or a global PMI initiative is another way to contribute to the profession and build connections. #### What is the difference between PMP and CAPM? The PMP (Project Management Professional)® and CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management)® are both certifications offered by PMI, but they target professionals at different career stages. The CAPM is an entry-level certification designed for individuals with little or no project experience, validating their understanding of fundamental project management knowledge and terminology. The PMP is for experienced project managers and requires a combination of formal education and years of documented project leadership experience, making it a more advanced and globally recognized certification. #### How does PMI support social impact? PMI supports social impact by helping individuals, nonprofits, NGOs, and communities use project management to turn purpose into measurable outcomes. Through the PMI Educational Foundation, PMI expands access to project management education for youth worldwide, including underserved and underrepresented populations. Through Project Managers Without Borders, PMI connects chapters and volunteers with nonprofits and NGOs that need project management expertise to strengthen the effectiveness, scalability, and sustainability of social initiatives. 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May 13, 2014\. A man kisses his son who was rescued after an explosion in a coal mine in Manisa, Turkey. Bulent Kilic—AFP/Getty Images  May 11, 2014\. A 'Maya' girl sits on an altar during the traditional celebration of 'Las Mayas' on a street, in central Madrid, Spain. Daniel Ochoa de Olza—AP  May 10, 2014\. Supporters of BJP leader Narendra Modi run as a helicopter carrying Modi takes off after a rally in Robertsganj, near Varanasi, India. Kevin Frayer—Getty Images  May 11, 2014\. A man completes a form for the referendum at a polling station in the eastern Ukrainian city of Donetsk. Baz Ratner—Reuters  May 10, 2014\. Brooklyn Nets forward Paul Pierce (34) fouls Miami Heat forward LeBron James (6) as he drives through the lane to score in the first period during Game 3 of an Eastern Conference semifinal NBA playoff basketball game. Julie Jacobson—AP  May 12, 2014\. Flags flutter during the re-opening ceremony for the Washington Monument in Washington. Kevin Lamarque—Reuters  May 11, 2014\. Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain gets a pit service during the Spain Formula One Grand Prix at the Barcelona Catalunya racetrack in Montmelo, near Barcelona. Emilio Morenatti—AP  May 11, 2014\. Tiana Coudray of The USA riding Ringwood Magister during the Show Jumping on day five of the Badminton Horse Trials in Badminton, England. Dan Mullan—Getty Images  May 11, 2014\. Muslim brides wait for the start of their mass marriage ceremony in Mumbai. Danish Siddiqui—Reuters  May 13, 2014\. Miners on strike chant slogans as they march in Nkaneng township outside the Lonmin mine in Rustenburg, South Africa. Siphiwe Sibeko—Reuters  May 12, 2014\. Artists from the Cia Base circus group perform in the show Futebol Voador (Flying Soccer) during the International Circus Festival in the Vila Cruzeiro slum, or favela, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Mario Tama—Getty Images  May 9, 2014\. A pro-Russian militant is reflected in a mirror as he adjusts his rifle, while others watch a Victory Day military parade in Moscow on the television. Sergey Ponomarev—The New York Times  May 9, 2014\. During the celebration of Victory Day in Mariupol at least two were killed and firefighters spent several hours putting out a fire set in police station. Sandro Maddalena—NurPhoto/Corbis  May 9, 2014\. Noorba Goung cries inside a tent after her first baby died at Dar Paing refugees camp in Sittwe, Burma. Lam Yik Fei—Getty Images  May 9, 2014\. Afghan youths wrestle on a trampoline on the banks of Qargha Lake in the outskirts of Kabul. Wakil Kohsar—AFP/Getty Images  May 9, 2014\. Prospectors work at an open-pit at the Ndassima gold mine, near Djoubissi north of Bambari. Siegfried Modola—Reuters  May 10, 2014\. A dancer performs during the Zinneke Parade in Brussels. Laurent Dubrule—Reuters  May 10, 2014\. Horses and donkeys prepare for weekly races in Saar village west of Manama. Ahmed AlFardan—NurPhoto/Corbis  May 10, 2014\. A mourner waits for the bus to depart for a sea burial ceremony in Shanghai. Carlos Barria—Reuters  May 10, 2014\. Destroyed buildings are pictured, after the cessation of fighting between rebels and forces loyal to Syria's President Bashar al-Assad, in Homs city. Ghassan Najjar—Reuters  May 10, 2014\. Rosheda Bagoung holds her malnourished child inside a tent at Dar Paing refugees camp in Sittwe, Burma. Lam Yik Fei—Getty Images  May 11, 2014\. An elderly Ukrainian woman waits for help to go to vote at a polling station in the Ukrainian city of Budennovskiy. Fabio Bucciarelli—AFP/Getty Images  May 11, 2014\. A woman is seen in a voting booth during a referendum at a polling station in the Ukrainian city of Donetsk. Fabio Bucciarelli—AFP/Getty Images  May 11, 2014\. Trails of headlamps are seen in the night as runners make their way to the finish line during the XVII 101km competition on a mountain on the outskirts of Montejaque, southern Spain. Jon Nazca—Reuters  May 11, 2014\. Two men rehearse before performing at a procession during the 40th anniversary of the assassination of priest Carlos Mugica at the "31" slum in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Natacha Pisarenko—AP  May 11, 2014\. Yasothon resident look on as huge, handmade rockets are launched into the air during the Bun Bang Fai festival in Yasothon, Thailand. Taylor Weidman—Getty Images  May 11, 2014\. A victim lays on the grass after having allegedly been shot by pro-Kiev militants near Krasnoarmeysk's city hall, eastern Ukraine. Fabio Bucciarelli—AFP/Getty Images  May 13, 2014\. Relatives of Hyudych Vadim Yurievichq, including his mother (C), mourn his death during his funeral ceremony, at the Krasnoarmeysk cemetery, eastern Ukraine. Fabio Bucciarelli—AFP/Getty Images  May 11, 2014\. Ukranian militia tried to stop the referendum voting briefly taking the City Hall, where unarmed pro Russian civilians were gathering, in the Eastern Ukranian town of Krasnoarmisk. Maysun— Corbis  May 11, 2014\. Buddhists pray during a ceremony to commemorate the birth of Buddha, at the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall in Taipei. Pichi Chuang—Reuters  May 12, 2014\. An Afghan firefighter extinguishes a fire at the site of a suicide attack in Jalalabad province. Noorullah Shirzada—AFP/Getty Images  May 12, 2014\. An Indian Muslim voter waits in line to vote at a polling station in Varanasi, India. Kevin Frayer—Getty Images  May 12, 2014\. Mourners carry the coffin of Alexey Vorobyov, a civilian killed by Ukraine National Guard during an operation against pro Russian activist last Friday in Mariupol, during his funeral in Mariupol, Ukraine. Manu Brabo—AP  May 12, 2014\. This photo provided by the Park County, Wyo., Sheriff’s Office shows the wreckage of a single-engine plane on a rugged, snowy mountain outside of Yellowstone National Park Monday. Park County Sherrif's Office/AP  May 12, 2014\. The hat of former US Air Force veteran Johnny Macia is pictured during a wreath laying ceremony at the Berlin Airlift memorial outside Tempelhof airport in Berlin, commemorating the airlift during the Cold War Berlin blockade. Johannes Eisele—AFP/Getty Images  May 12, 2014\. Ultra-Orthodox Jewish men pray during a protest against Pope Francis' upcoming visit in the Old City of Jerusalem, near King David's tomb. Ahmad Gharabli—AFP/Getty Images  May 12, 2014\. A woman walks past a burning shop in the Maskuf market in the Old City of Homs, north of Damascus. Joseph Eid—AFP/Getty Images  May 12, 2014\. Professional rock climbers work on the art installation "Big Bambu: 5,000 Arms to Hold You" at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem. Ronen Zvulun—Reuters  May 12, 2014\. Workers set up a giant canvas of the official poster of the 67th Cannes Film Festival featuring actor Marcello Mastroianni on the Festival Palace in Cannes. Eric Gaillard—Reuters  May 12, 2014\. Kites fly over a soccer field at the Sao Carlos slum in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Felipe Dana—AP  May 13, 2014\. Exercise rider Bryan Beccia walks Ride On Curlin over the track in preparation for the 139th Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. Rob Carr—Getty Images  May 13, 2014\. Nigerians take part in a protest, called by Malaga's Nigerian women Association, for the release of the abducted secondary school girls in the remote village of Chibok in Nigeria, at La Merced square in Malaga, southern Spain. Jon Nazca—Reuters  May 13, 2014\. Thai monks at Wat Pan Tao take part in a candle lighting ceremony celebrating Visak Day onin Chiang Mai, Thailand. Taylor Weidman—Getty Images  May 15, 2014\. A young boy clings to the leg of his mother who stands in a queue to cast her vote during a re-polling of Indian parliamentary elections in Rehna village, in the northern Indian state of Haryana. Altaf Qadri—AP  May 13, 2014\. The mother (R) and wife (L) of Hyudych Vadim Yurievich cry during his funeral in the eastern Ukranian town of Krasnoarmisk, Yurievich, a 39-year-old Ukrainian man, was reportedly killed in an incident involving Ukranian militia and pro-Russian supporters on May 11, during referendum voting. Maysun—EPA  May 13, 2014\. A man places flowers on the wall of Hyudych Vadim Yurievich's family home during his funeral, in the eastern Ukranian town of Krasnoarmisk. Maysun—EPA  May 13, 2014\. A grave marker for an unknown soldier lies not far from the gravesite of Army Pvt. William Christman, who was the first military burial at the cemetery, marking the beginning of commemorations of the 150th anniversary of Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va. AP  May 13, 2014\. U.S. Army honor guard members stand at the gravesite of Army Pvt. William Christman, who was the first military burial at the cemetery, marking the beginning of commemorations of the 150th anniversary of Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va. AP  May 13, 2014\. Worshipers throw flower petals to the statue of Our Lady of Fatima at the Our Lady of Fatima shrine, in Fatima, centre Portugal. Francisco Seco—AP  May 13, 2014\. An injured miner came out carried by rescuers after an explosion in Manisa. 284 miners were killed and many more trapped after a mine collapse in the western Turkish city of Manisa, a local official said. Bulent Kilic—AFP/Getty Images  May 13, 2014\. An injured miner came out carried by rescuers, on after an explosion in a coal mine in Manisa. Bulent Kilic—AFP/Getty Images  May 13, 2014\. An injured miner came out carried by rescuers after an explosion in Manisa. Bulent Kilic—AFP/Getty Images  May 14, 2014 A miner reacts after being affected with toxic gas while searching for co-workers who remained trapped underground after an explosion and fire in their coal mine in the western Turkish province of Manisa killed at least 284 people. Bulent Kilic—AFP/Getty Images  May 14, 2014\. Boots of miners are pictured in an outside building after searching for hours hundreds of co-workers who remain trapped underground after an explosion and fire in their coal mine in the western Turkish province of Manisa killed at least 284 people. Bulent Kilic—AFP/Getty Images  May 14, 2014\. Debris rises during what rebel fighters said was an operation in which they blew up a tunnel targeting the regime's al-Sawadi checkpoint, in Idlib province. Khalil Ashawi—Reuters  May 14, 2014\. US President Barack Obama speaks on the need for a "21st Century Transportation Infrastructure" in Tarrytown, New York. Jewel Samad—AFP/Getty Images  May 14, 2014\. Model Karlie Kloss poses on the red carpet as she arrives for the opening ceremony and the screening of the film "Grace of Monaco" (Grace de Monaco) during the 67th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes. Regis Duvignau—Reuters  May 14, 2014\. A woman flees the Poinsettia Fire as it crosses El Camino Real in Carlsbad, California. Daniel Knighton—Getty Images  May 14, 2014\. A man calls for help to carry his injured father to a hospital after clashes between two communities on the outskirts of the southern Indian city of Hyderabad. Reuters  May 14, 2014\. Hundreds of striking miners marched at a Lonmin platinum mine in South Africa where bosses have been trying to break deadly stoppages that have severely curbed production. Mujahid Safodien—AFP/Getty Images  May 14, 2014\. An emergency vehicle makes its way past a rising moon as it travels along a burned-out hillside near San Marcos, California. Mike Blake—Reuters  May 14, 2014\. Smoldering trees obscure the sunset atop a hill in San Marcos, California. Stuart Palley—EPA  May 14, 2014\. A prison crew battles a fire in an avocado grove outside Fallbrook, California. Sandy Huffaker—Reuters  May 14, 2014\. Men take part in Thai boxing training at the Barthelemy Boganda stadium in the capital of Bangui. Siegfried Modola—Reuters  May 14, 2014\. A man sits near graves during the funeral of a miner who died in a fire at a coal mine, at a cemetery in Soma, a district in Turkey's western province of Manisa. Yasin Akgul—Reuters  May 15, 2014\. People dig graves for miners in a cemetery during the funeral ceremony of miners who died in an explosion on in the western town of Soma in Manisa province, Turkey. Bulent Kilic—AFP/Getty Images  May 15, 2014\. People mourn in a cemetery during the funeral ceremony of miners who died in an explosion on in the western town of Soma in Manisa, Turkey. Bulent Kilic—AFP/Getty Images  May 15, 2014\. Duygu Colak, holds soil from her husband Ugur's grave during a funeral ceremony in the western town of Soma in the Manisa province. Bulent Kilic—AFP/Getty Images  May 15, 2014\. A Ukrainian soldier digs a trench outside Bylbasivka. Yannis Behrakis—Reuters  May 15, 2014\. Close view of the last column, which was the final steel beam of original World Trade Center that was removed from Ground Zero, is on display at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum at Ground Zero in New York. Timothy A. Clary—EPA  May 15, 2014\. A Long Beach fire fighter looks out over a burned-out canyon in San Marcos, California Mike Blake —Reuters  May 15, 2014\. A medic helps a boy, who was injured after what activists say was an air strike by forces loyal to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, at a hospital in Maarat Al-Nouman, Idlib province. Rasem Ghareeb—Reuters  May 15, 2014\. North Korean leader Kim Jong-un (C) learns to fly an airplane at a North Korean Air Force unit. KCNA/EPA  May 15, 2014\. Palestinian seen sitting during clashes with the Israeli army during Nakba day near the Qalandia checkpoint at the outskirts of Ramallah, the West Bank. Ilia Yefimovich—Getty Images  May 15, 2014\. Burger King employee Keisha King, 23, stands during a protest outside a Krispy Kreme store in Atlanta. David Goldman—AP  May 15, 2014\. Lines mark the sand during low tide in the Loire Estuary in this aerial view with cabins and their tradition hanging fish nets in Paimboeuf, western France, Stephane Mahe—Reuters  May 15, 2014\. A member of an Air Force military force perspires behind his shield after anti-government protesters broke into an air force base in Bangkok, Thailand. Damir Sagolj—Reuters  May 15, 2014\. Buddhists fly lanterns during a celebration of Vesak day, which marks the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha, at Borobudur temple in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia, Slamet Riyadi—AP  A longtime exposure shows smolderings remains of overnight fires on the hillsides of San Marcos, San Diego county, Calif., May 16, 2014. Stuart Palley—EPA  May 16, 2014\. Rain runs down a pane of glass as a woman aboard a pony waits to guide a horse off the track during a workout session at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Patrick Semansky—AP ```json [{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"NewsArticle","@id":"https://time.com/101591/pictures-of-the-week-2/","mainEntityOfPage":{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https://time.com/101591/pictures-of-the-week-2/"},"headline":"Pictures of the Week: May 9 - May 16","datePublished":"2014-05-16T14:57:43.000Z","dateModified":"2026-05-11T04:48:40.168Z","description":"TIME presents the best photos of the week","url":"https://time.com/101591/pictures-of-the-week-2/","keywords":["Newsfeed","Living","North Korea","Syria","Thailand","Turkey","Spain","Burma","moscow","Shanghai","Indian Elections","Kabul","Madrid","Rio de Janeiro","Cannes Film Festival","Homs","Mumbai"],"thumbnailUrl":"","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"TIME Staff","jobTitle":null,"url":"https://time.com/author/time-staff/"}],"articleSection":"World","image":[],"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Time","url":"https://time.com/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://time.com/images/logo.png","width":528,"height":156},"foundingDate":"March 3, 1923","sameAs":["https://www.facebook.com/time","https://www.instagram.com/time/?hl=en","https://twitter.com/time","https://www.pinterest.com/timemagazine"]}},{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"item":{"@id":"/section/world/","name":"World"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"item":{"@id":"https://time.com/101591/pictures-of-the-week-2/","name":"Pictures of the Week: May 9 - May 16"}}]}] ```