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Here's What to Know > Sponsored content. 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. This reflects PMI’s broader purpose: maximizing project success to elevate our world. ### Sources * Project Management Institute | [pmi.org](/c/pmi-2026-q3/home?i=da818ded-f96f-4b2f-a3fa-4eb647a83216&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, "Earning Power: Project Management Salary Survey—Fourteenth Edition" | [pmi.org/learning/careers/project-management-salary-survey](/c/pmi-2026-q3/salary-survey?i=da818ded-f96f-4b2f-a3fa-4eb647a83216&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, "Global Project Management Talent Gap" | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/global-project-management-talent-gap](/c/pmi-2026-q3/talent-gap?i=da818ded-f96f-4b2f-a3fa-4eb647a83216&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, "Maximizing Project Success" | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/project-success](/c/pmi-2026-q3/project-success?i=da818ded-f96f-4b2f-a3fa-4eb647a83216&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, “Pulse Report 2025: Boosting Business Acumen” | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/boosting-business-acumen](/c/pmi-2026-q3/business-acumen?i=da818ded-f96f-4b2f-a3fa-4eb647a83216&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, “Pulse of the Profession® 2026: Driving Success in Complex Projects” | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/driving-success-in-complex-projects](/c/pmi-2026-q3/complex-projects?i=da818ded-f96f-4b2f-a3fa-4eb647a83216&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, “Step Up: Redefining the Path to Project Success with M.O.R.E.” | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/path-to-project-success](/c/pmi-2026-q3/more-mindset?i=da818ded-f96f-4b2f-a3fa-4eb647a83216&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI Education Foundation, PMIEF 2024 Annual Report, [pmi.org PMIEF 2024 Annual Report (PDF)](/c/pmi-2026-q3/pmief-report?i=da818ded-f96f-4b2f-a3fa-4eb647a83216&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) ### FAQ structured data (JSON-LD, optional) ## Video: Trump Speaks Out on Recession Fears, Tariffs, and the U.S. Aid Given to Zelensky [Watch (HLS stream): Trump Speaks Out on Recession Fears, Tariffs, and the U.S. Aid Given to Zelensky](https://cdn.jwplayer.com/manifests/PA3K9ieH.m3u8) (1:24)  _Published 2025-03-10. President Donald Trump appeared on Fox News’ Sunday Morning Futures with host Maria Bartiromo, in which he discussed a variety of issues from his first few weeks back in the White House. Key talking points included his tariffs, which have resulted in a trade war, mounting fears that the U.S. may be heading into a recession, and foreign relations—specifically that with Ukraine, after Trump clashed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office on Feb. 28._  by [Rebecca Schneid](https://time.com/author/rebecca-schneid/)  ## Rebecca Schneid Reporter Updated: Mar 16, 2025 6:14 PM UTCPublished: Mar 6, 2025 6:41 PM UTC  Donald Trump appears on a television screen as traders work at the New York Stock Exchange on March 5, 2025\. Following two days of losses in the stock market after the Trump Administration imposed tariffs, stocks were up. Donald Trump appears on a television screen as traders work at the New York Stock Exchange on March 5, 2025\. Following two days of losses in the stock market after the Trump Administration imposed tariffs, stocks were up.Spencer Platt—Getty Images  by [Rebecca Schneid](https://time.com/author/rebecca-schneid/)  ## Rebecca Schneid Reporter Updated: Mar 16, 2025 6:14 PM UTCPublished: Mar 6, 2025 6:41 PM UTC Various experts, utilizing several key financial indicators, are stating that the odds of a recession in the United States may be getting higher. On [the week of March 10](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-14/us-consumer-sentiment-drops-price-expectations-soar-on-tariffs?srnd=homepage-americas), a new survey from the University of Michigan showed that consumer sentiment had dropped for the third consecutive month. It also highlighted a spike in anxiety related to inflation, with consumers expecting to see a rise over the next 12 months. This comes after the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta [suggested that economic growth might be negative](https://www.atlantafed.org/cqer/research/gdpnow) in Q1 2025\. On March 13, Wall Street’s sell-off also hit a new low, dragging the S&P 500 more than 10% below its record into a [correction](https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/13/business/sp-500-stocks-market-correction.html). Other major indexes, like the Russell 2000 and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite, had already fallen into correction. Beyond this, multiple major banks—including JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs—are sounding alarms about the economy by slashing growth expectations. Yet there’s some disagreement across the economic spectrum as to whether a recession is being indicated. The New York Federal Reserve pointed to healthy economic growth in [Q1 of 2025](https://www.newyorkfed.org/research/policy/nowcast#/nowcast/quarter/2025:Q1). Yet, there’s some disagreement across the economic spectrum as to whether a recession is being indicated. The New York Federal Reserve pointed to healthy economic growth in [Q1 of 2025](https://www.newyorkfed.org/research/policy/nowcast#/nowcast/quarter/2025:Q1). With consumers and experts alike [concerned about a recession](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-05/wall-street-banks-say-markets-are-flashing-rising-recession-risk), particularly amid major changes being made by the Trump Administration—such as[ proposed reciprocal tariffs](https://time.com/7222082/what-are-reciprocal-tariffs-who-might-be-impacted-by-trump-plan/) and [mass layoffs](https://time.com/7225555/trump-mass-layoffs-federal-workers/)—here's what you need to know. ## **What is a recession?** A recession can be defined as a “significant decline in economic activity spread across the economy lasting more than a few months, normally visible in production, employment, income, and other indicators,” says Alex Jacquez, chief of policy and advocacy at the economic think tank Groundwork Collective. Jacquez used to work at the National Economic Council under the Biden Administration, and says that it is normal for there to be downturns of certain sectors during each Administration—as well as certain misses on the economic side—but the real indicators of recession are when these downturns run across sectors. He points to specific indicators of a recession, including whether consumers are expecting inflation to be worse in the future, which impacts people’s spending habits, then “spills over” into the real economy. “What you need to keep an economy chugging is businesses investing, businesses hiring, and people spending money,” Jacquez says. “If people are apprehensive about whether their jobs are going to go away or whether there are going to be more layoffs in the future, you're gonna start to see a pullback on spending.” ## **Is the U.S. heading into a recession under Trump?** Prediction can be a tricky game. As such, Jacquez, like many economists, prefers to stay away from the binary answer of “yes” or “no” when it comes to whether a recession is coming. But he says the current indicators are trending downwards, and if they continue in that direction, it will spell trouble for the economy. The U.S. consumer market saw [a sharp decline last month for the first time in over two years, ](https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/us-consumer-spending-falls-january-monthly-inflation-rises-2025-02-28/)which Jacquez says is starting “to indicate that the resilient consumer is no longer spending at the pace that they used to be.” Consumer inflation expectations also [soared in February](https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/tariffs-federal-government-spending-cuts-restrain-us-business-activity-2025-02-21/). It’s a self-fulfilling prophecy, says Jacquez. When people are feeling good about the economy, it pushes them to spend and stimulate buying beyond just the essentials, to make long-term plans, to renovate and buy a home. If people are fearful and unsure about things such as whether or not mortgage prices will rise, they will not spend as much. Thus, the expectations of a recession can potentially have a “spiraling effect.” Trump’s [tariffs](https://time.com/7212166/what-are-tariffs-trump-imposing-import-taxes/)—including proposed reciprocal tariffs worldwide and a more intense trade war against America’s three biggest trading partners in Mexico, Canada, and China—are also a pivotal factor. Businesses are uncertain, Jacquez says, about what the economy is going to look like after the fallout of these tariffs ripple down different industries and the stock market. This can be unsettling, as what businesses “crave most” is certainty. “It's a very difficult time to invest in the United States if you don't know what your inputs are going to cost over a month or six months from now,” Jacquez argues. This uncertainty is bolstered by the cuts that Elon Musk has made with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—cuts that spearheaded [a major spike in layoffs](https://www.forbes.com/sites/dereksaul/2025/03/06/layoffs-surged-in-february-to-highest-level-since-2020-led-by-doge-firings/) in February. According to February employment data released by the [U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics](https://www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.toc.htm) on March 7, in the first full month of Trump’s presidency, the U.S. added over 150,000 jobs, yet the unemployment rate edged up slightly. What's more, the labor force participation rate slipped. Major spikes in unemployment rates are [a key indicator of recession.](https://www.imf.org/external/pubs/ft/fandd/basics/unemploy.htm) Though the numbers fell short of what some economists were expecting, the Trump Administration maintains that the job report is positive. “Under President Trump, the private sector is leading the way—93% of the job gains in February were in the private sector. This is great news for American workers and families,” [said White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt](https://x.com/PressSec/status/1898015912864719026) in a statement. “The Trump Administration will continue to work hard to implement pro-growth policies and push Congress to enact the Trump Economic Agenda.” **Read More:** [_Wall Street Is Losing Patience With Trump_](https://time.com/7265843/tariffs-stock-market-trump/) ### More from TIME ## **Have Trump, Musk, or other government officials commented on a possible recession?** Trump was asked if he is expecting a recession this year during an interview on Fox News' _Sunday Morning Futures_ with Maria Bartiromo, which aired on March 9. "I hate to predict things like that. There is a period of transition, because what we're doing is very big. We're bringing wealth back to America. That's a big thing, " Trump said. "And there are always periods of... it takes a little time. But I think it should be great for us." Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick was also asked about recession fears during his own interview on NBC's _Meet the Press_, which aired shortly before Trump's sit-down. Interviewer Kristen Welker said: "Major banks like JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs now say a recession in the next 12 months is becoming more likely. Should Americans brace for a recession?" To which, Lutnick responded: "Absolutely not. Anybody who bets against Donald Trump. It's like the same people who thought Donald Trump wasn't a winner a year ago. Donald Trump is a winner. He's going to win for the American people. That's just the way it's going to be. There's going to be no recession in America." Lutnick went on to praise Trump's approach to tariffs, reaffirming his stance that the American economy is set to be in a strong position. "We'll unleash America out to the world. Grow our economy in a way we've never grown before," he said. "I would never bet on recession. No chance." Before this, Trump had acknowledged on his social media platform, Truth Social, that there may be[ “some pain” ](https://time.com/7212166/what-are-tariffs-trump-imposing-import-taxes/)felt due to the tariffs. Ultimately, though, he said it “will all be worth the price that must be paid.” But experts like Jacquez have their doubts.“They're looking at the same numbers that we are,” Jacquez says of the Trump Administration. “If I were still in the White House, I would be extremely concerned about the trend that we're seeing across a wide variety of indicators across sectors of the economy.” Musk has responded to the Atlanta Federal Reserve’s concerning projection, [stating on X](https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1895512451342299292): “A more accurate measure of GDP \[Gross Domestic Product\] would exclude government spending.” His comment comes as he makes efforts to slash public spending through DOGE, including mass layoffs, the [defunding of federal research agencies](https://time.com/7221227/doge-cuts-education-agency-funding-academic-progress/) and [USAID](https://time.com/7225256/judge-five-day-deadline-trump-administration-lifting-usaid-funding-freeze/), and the [end of thousands of government contracts.](https://time.com/7261360/us-doge-musk-canceled-contracts-no-government-savings/?amp=true) On March 13, Vice President J.D. Vance appeared on [Fox News’ _The Ingraham Angle_,](http://youtube.com/watch?v=zsbDTWgykZo) and addressed concerns about a recession to host Lauren Ingraham. When asked if he could “rule out” a recession, Vance said “you can never predict the future” but he thinks the “fundamentals of the economy are quite strong.” “Rome wasn’t built in a day of course, this is not going to happen overnight, but I think both business and workers are ultimately going to benefit from President Trump’s policies,” he said. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also failed to rule out a recession when he was asked about the [public’s disapproval ratings of Trump’s handling of the economy ](https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5193631-donald-trump-approval-economy-survey/)and the sharp dip in consumer sentiment during a March 16 appearance on NBC’s [_Meet the Press_](https://www.nbcnews.com/meet-the-press/video/march-16-sec-scott-bessent-sen-chris-murphy-and-steve-kornacki-234538565718). Bessent said “there are no guarantees” when it comes to the economy but he’s “not worried about the markets,” and that corrections are “healthy.” “I can predict that we are putting in robust policies that will be durable,” he said. “Over the long term, if we put good tax policy in place, deregulation and energy security, the markets will do great.” ## **When was the last U.S. recession?** Though certain experts [predicted that the U.S. would slip into a recession ](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-10-17/forecast-for-us-recession-within-year-hits-100-in-blow-to-biden)in 2023, the last recession was actually during the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020—triggered by the health crisis. This caused a “sharp contraction of economic activity and[ huge job losses](https://time.com/5812538/coronavirus-economic-damage-workers/) in early 2020, as government restrictions and fear of the virus kept people at home and businesses shut,” according to the [Center Budget and Policy Priorities](https://www.cbpp.org/research/economy/tracking-the-recovery-from-the-pandemic-recession#:~:text=Real%20gross%20domestic%20product%20%28GDP,part%20of%20the%20Great%20Recession.) (CBPP). Yet, the federal government enacted many relief and recovery measures, which made the pandemic recession the “deepest” and the “shortest” recession in the post-World War II era, according to the CBPP. These [recovery efforts](https://time.com/5923840/us-pandemic-relief-bill-december/) included[ cash payments ](https://time.com/5823508/coronavirus-stimulus-checks/)to individuals, expanding unemployment coverage, and establishing a federal eviction prevention program. ```json [{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"NewsArticle","@id":"https://time.com/7265290/is-the-us-heading-into-a-recession-under-trump-what-to-know/","mainEntityOfPage":{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https://time.com/7265290/is-the-us-heading-into-a-recession-under-trump-what-to-know/"},"headline":"Is the U.S. Heading Into a Recession Under Trump? 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