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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. 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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. 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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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You wouldn’t guess either fact from the 2016 campaign trail, where Donald Trump elevated concerns of an immigration crisis and Hillary Clinton courts Hispanic voters in battleground states. Trump has pledged to build a wall across a portion of the 2,000-mile border with Mexico, and Clinton has promised to push immigration reform in her first 100 days, with a path to citizenship for those in the country without authorization. Neither plan is likely to pass Congress next year. \[The following text appears within 9 charts. Please see a hardcopy for actual charts.\] 1\. COMING There are 11.1 million undocumented immigrants in the U.S., down from a peak of 12.2 million in 2007\. The drop is due in part to fewer job opportunities during the recession and tighter border control. TOTAL FOREIGN-BORN POPULATION: 43.6 MILLION Undocumented immigrants 25.5% Temporary lawful residents 4% Lawful permanent residents 26.9% Naturalized citizens 43.6% HOW UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANTS GOT TO THE U.S.: 40%–50% On temporary visas or fraudulent documents 50% Illegal border crossings \[The following text appears within a map. Please see hardcopy or PDF for actual map.\] UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANTS WHO ENTERED THE U.S. EACH YEAR: 300,000–400,000 UNDER BARACK OBAMA 500,000–600,000 UNDER GEORGE W. BUSH COUNTRIES OF BIRTH: 48% of Mexican immigrants, about 5.85 million, are unauthorized MEXICO 5,850,000 GUATEMALA 525,000 EL SALVADOR 700,000 HONDURAS 350,000 COLOMBIA 130,000 ECUADOR 130,000 INDIA 500,000 CHINA 325,000 SOUTH KOREA 160,000 PHILIPPINES 180,000 2\. GOING Each year, about 500,000 undocumented immigrants return home on their own, get permanent residence, are deported or die. 27 YEARS Time it would take at the current rate to deport all undocumented immigrants in the U.S. today 2M 1.5M 1M 0.5M 0 1996 1998 2000 2002 2004 2006 2008 2010 2012 2014 Border apprehensions dropped after 9/11 and after the 2007 recession, as fewer people tried to cross into the U.S. DEPORTATIONS TURNED AWAY Canadians and Mexicans who were sent back to their home country at the border REMOVED Immigrants deported from the U.S., as well as non-Canadians and non-Mexicans apprehended at the border UNDOCUMENTED CRIMINALS Since Obama took office in 2009, the U.S. has focused enforcement resources on deporting convicted criminals. 255,000 non-criminals 2008 105,000 criminals 247,000 non-criminals 2014 168,000 criminals \[The following text appears within a map. Please see hardcopy or PDF for actual map.\] 3\. STAYING Half of undocumented immigrants have been in the U.S. for at least 13 years. That’s up from eight years in 2003\. As a result of longer stays, there is a greater chance they have children born in the U.S. UNAUTHORIZED-IMMIGRANT SHARE OF POPULATION: 5.0% OR MORE 3.5% TO 4.9% 2.5% TO 3.4% 1.6% TO 2.4% 1.5% OR LESS 4.5 MILLION Number of U.S.-born children in 2012 younger than 18 living with at least one undocumented-immigrant parent; this population has doubled since 2000 WHERE UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANTS WORK: 13% Professional, management, business and finance 4% Farming, fishing and forestry 8% Transportation and material moving 14% Production, installation and repair 62% hold service, construction and production jobs, twice the share of U.S.-born workers 13% Sales, office and administrative support 33% Service 15% Construction and extraction 4\. HISTORY 1924 Congress establishes U.S. Border Patrol and applies the first limits on the number of immigrants who can enter the country Border-enforcement personnel have doubled since 2004, to 21,000 The annual Border Patrol budget has increased by 12% on average each year since 1990 $263M $452M $1.1B $1.5B $3.0B $3.8B 1990 1995 2000 2005 2010 2015 Immigration and customs enforcement cost $6 billion a year, about 10% of the Homeland Security budget In 2006, the Bush Administration signed the Secure Fence Act. Since then, the U.S. has invested billions of dollars at the southern border. Investments have included: 300 miles of vehicle fencing 353 miles of pedestrian fencing Video surveillance systems Seismic, magnetic and thermal detection sensors Manned and unmanned aircraft Trump supporters and Clinton supporters have contrasting views on which policies best address illegal immigration SUPPORTERS WHO … say immigration is a very big problem 66% Trump 17% CLINTON … are in favor of building a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border FAVOR OPPOSE 79% TRUMP 18% 10% CLINTON 88% … want to prioritize stronger law enforcement and border security 78% TRUMP 19% CLINTON … want to prioritize for undocumented immigrants a path to citizenship 80% CLINTON 19% TRUMP SOURCES: DHS; PEW RESEARCH CENTER; CENTER FOR IMMIGRATION STUDIES; CRS; GAO ```json [{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"NewsArticle","@id":"https://time.com/4529445/crossing-the-border/","mainEntityOfPage":{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https://time.com/4529445/crossing-the-border/"},"headline":"Crossing the Border","datePublished":"2016-10-13T10:24:18.000Z","dateModified":"2026-02-23T01:10:25.742Z","description":"The number of undocumented immigrants has declined during the past decade, and Barack Obama has deported more people than any other President in U.S. history....","url":"https://time.com/4529445/crossing-the-border/","keywords":[],"thumbnailUrl":"","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Emily Barone","jobTitle":null,"url":"https://time.com/author/emily-barone/"}],"articleSection":"U.S.","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/us/","name":"U.S."}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"item":{"@id":"https://time.com/4529445/crossing-the-border/","name":"Crossing the Border"}}]}] ```