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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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A devotion to preserving the European Union is another. For many Germans, the European project is not just about creating an internal market of 28 countries or pooling influence to better match the muscle of the U.S. or China. The union is also a guarantor of hard-won peace after the two world wars that devastated Europe. So the news on Nov. 2 that Merkel had firmly rebuffed attempts by British Prime Minister David Cameron to cap the number of E.U. citizens moving to the U.K., saying she would sooner let Britain exit the union, shows that the European crisis has arrived at an existential moment. To Merkel, raised under East German communism, the E.U. represents yet another core value: freedom. Britain is a key member of the bloc, with the third largest economy after Germany and France and a sizable military. Yet the German leader would rather let Britain leave the E.U. than compromise the freedom of Europeans to live and work anywhere within it. That principle is not under attack just in the U.K. The economic travails of the euro zone have increased unemployment and driven waves of migration within the union, fueling the rise of anti-E.U. parties across Europe. Cameron’s threat serves these parties well, allowing them to claim the British leader as an ally in their fight against the E.U. “I hope England leaves,” said one commenter on the Facebook page of Germany’s small but growing anti-immigration, anti-E.U. party Alternative für Deutschland. “It would be the best thing that could happen to us and to Britons,” replied another. In France, Marine Le Pen, leader of the far-right National Front party, reacted fiercely to Merkel’s line in the sand. “We aren’t free anymore to decide our immigration policy, and the example of Mr. Cameron has recently proved that,” she tweeted on Nov. 4\. A recent poll suggested that Le Pen, once a fringe candidate, could take the presidency from François Hollande in 2017. Cameron must face his electorate sooner, in May. He has promised an in-out referendum on E.U. membership, if his Conservative Party returns to power. He has said he’ll recommend a breach with Europe unless he can wrest concessions from the E.U. on immigration and the economy. This isn’t an outcome Merkel wants, so despite her rebuff to Cameron, she will look for compromises. But her red lines are clear and will be consistent. So, too, are the demands of Europe’s resurgent populists. What that means for the future of the E.U. remains to be seen. NIGERIA ‘I have long ago married them off.’ ABUBAKAR SHEKAU, leader of the Islamist extremist group Boko Haram, in a video released on Oct. 31 addressing the fate of the 200-plus schoolgirls who were kidnapped in April, after government officials suggested the girls would be released soon; Shekau also denied agreeing to a cease-fire with the government POLL HOW BRIGHT IS YOUR FUTURE? The Pew Research Center asked people in 33 countries if they believed their lives would improve in five years. Here’s a sampling of who said yes: \[This article consists of an illustration. Please see hardcopy of magazine or PDF.\] 81% Bangladesh 78% Senegal 72% Brazil 38% Jordan 29% Poland In Memoriam INDIA A Shi’ite Muslim boy flagellates himself during a procession on the day of Ashura in New Delhi on Nov. 4\. Millions of Shi’ites around the world commemorate the slaying of Imam Hussein, a grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, during the 7th century Battle of Karbala. A minority mark the day by beating themselves bloody with chains, while others weep in mosques, host re-enactments of the battle or participate in blood drives. Explainer Burkina Faso’s Unfinished Revolution President Blaise Compaoré resigned on Oct. 31, after his attempt to alter the West African country’s constitution to extend his 27-year rule sparked violent protests. The popular revolution was quickly overtaken by the country’s military, however, leaving Burkina Faso’s future unclear. Black Spring The revolution was led by opposition activists like local rapper Smockey and was dubbed the Black Spring by demonstrators, after the Arab Spring pro-democracy movements that toppled longtime authoritarian leaders in 2011. Military rule On Nov. 1, the army stepped in, installing a top military officer, Isaac Zida, as interim President. Under pressure from protesters and the African Union, Zida pledged on Nov. 3 to eventually cede power to a civilian government, but he didn’t say when. Regional ripples The developments in Burkina Faso are likely to be closely watched by Benin’s President Thomas Yayi Boni and Rwanda’s Paul Kagame amid speculation that they might try to extend their rule as their democratic terms expire. EUROPE 421 MILLION Decline in the bird population across 25 countries over 30 years, according to a study published in the science journal Ecology Letters. Common species like sparrows and larks have seen the greatest dips in population. Trending In DIPLOMACY U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry will meet with his Iranian counterpart, Mohammad Javad Zarif, in Oman on Nov. 9 to work on a deal over the future of Tehran’s nuclear program in time for a looming Nov. 24 deadline. HUMAN RIGHTS Eight Egyptian men were jailed for three years on charges of spreading indecent images and inciting debauchery after a video surfaced allegedly showing them at a gay-marriage ceremony. 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