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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. 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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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Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC on November 19, 2025. President Donald Trump delivers remarks at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC on November 19, 2025.Brendan Smialowski—AFP/Getty Images by [Michael Kleinman](https://time.com/author/michael-kleinman/) ## Michael Kleinman Michael Kleinman is the head of U.S. policy at the Future of Life Institute Nov 22, 2025 11:00 AM UTC The Energy & Commerce Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee's [hearing](https://energycommerce.house.gov/posts/subcommittee-on-o-and-i-holds-hearing-on-artificial-intelligence-ai-chatbots) on Nov. 19 about chatbot risks was a chilling reminder of the terrible human cost that comes from regulatory inaction on AI. Yet despite [horrific incident](https://time.com/7312484/chatgpt-openai-suicide-lawsuit/) after [horrific incident](https://time.com/7306661/ai-suicide-self-harm-northeastern-study-chatgpt-perplexity-safeguards-jailbreaking/), AI companies retain carte blanche to sell products with zero meaningful safety standards or oversight. No other industry is given such freedom to endanger people with total impunity. So it is ghoulish that House Republican leadership chose the very same day to announce that they want to jam federal preemption, which would ban almost all state-level AI regulation, into the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). And president Donald Trump has [reportedly](https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/824608/trump-executive-order-ai-state-laws) gone [back](https://www.reuters.com/world/white-house-pauses-executive-order-that-would-seek-preempt-state-laws-ai-sources-2025-11-21/) and [forth](https://www.axios.com/2025/11/18/state-ai-laws-trump-ban) on signing an executive order granting the federal government unilateral power over AI regulation. A broad range of states including Utah, Texas, and California have already stepped up with important AI regulation that would be eviscerated by preemption. Voters in these and other states deserve better. And if Congress is going to drag its feet on enacting meaningful safeguards to protect families, it is outrageous, undemocratic, and dangerous to prevent state lawmakers from stepping up in their place. This is deeply problematic in three ways. First, it dramatically limits the ability of states to enact commonsense regulations to protect our children, our communities and our jobs from the depredations of large tech companies. There is no reason to trust Big Tech to take the concerns of parents and workers seriously in their rush to extract as much money as possible with their increasingly dangerous AI products. In fact, they are designed, economically and culturally, to “move fast and break things.” Second, prohibiting AI regulation goes against the will of the American people. [Poll](https://news.gallup.com/poll/694685/americans-prioritize-safety-data-security.aspx) after [poll](https://hai.stanford.edu/ai-index/2025-ai-index-report/public-opinion) has shown that support for reasonable AI guardrails is deeply popular on the right and the left. What's particularly heartening is the number of Republican voters calling for such protections. [Recent polling](https://futureoflife.org/recent-news/americans-want-regulation-or-prohibition-of-superhuman-ai/) shows that more than 70% of both Republicans and Democrats want robust AI regulation. This was exemplified the last time Congress considered preemption in July: the Senate [rejected](https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/senate-pulls-ai-regulatory-ban-from-gop-bill-after-complaints-from-states) the idea by an astounding 99-to-1 vote. Even the Senator who offered the amendment ultimately voted against his own proposal. So why continue to force the American people to swallow something so unpopular? Third, jamming a haphazard preemption provision into the NDAA at the last minute makes a mockery of our democratic process, as this proposed provision was never debated by the House or the Senate. The American people deserve strong, reasonable AI safeguards. President Trump’s stated goal is to establish [one federal standard](https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/115573090200730933) [protecting Americans and fostering innovation](https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Americas-AI-Action-Plan.pdf). Yet the right way to develop such a standard is through the normal legislative process. Big Tech and its supporters in Congress are trying to short circuit our normal democratic and legislative procedures. Instead of holding a meaningful debate that leads to a well-balanced federal standard, Congress is being asked to consider and vote on this momentous issue in the space of a single week. Further, it is important to note that this type of maneuver also puts our troops at risk, holding the NDAA hostage to the desire of Big Tech to avoid regulation. Proponents of such a ban cite the need for a strong, federal law for AI, rather than a "patchwork" of state-level AI laws. This argument could merit consideration if there was, in fact, any federal law on AI. In reality, such a ban would simply codify Big Tech's free pass to roll out dangerous AI systems as fast as possible, to make as much money as they can, with little regard for public safety. Supporters also argue that regulation could have a "chilling effect" on AI innovation, but this has no basis in experience. All other companies are forced to meet basic safety standards, from airlines to pharmaceutical companies to your local sandwich shop. Yet, U.S. innovation is the envy of the world. Companies compete to innovate and make profits; the public sector steps in to stop people getting hurt. To make such a rank exception for the AI industry is nothing less than corporate welfare, and should be treated as such. Earlier this year, [leaked](https://www.reuters.com/investigates/special-report/meta-ai-chatbot-guidelines/) internal policy documents from Meta explicitly stated it was acceptable for their chatbots to “engage a child in conversations that are romantic or sensual." At least [seven families](https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/07/seven-more-families-are-now-suing-openai-over-chatgpts-role-in-suicides-delusions/) are now suing ChatGPT for the ways in which they believe the large language model was involved in the deaths of their children. Kumma the Bear, the latest OpenAI-enabled toy, has been [pulled](https://www.npr.org/2025/11/20/nx-s1-5612689/ai-toys) from shelves after it gave advice on sex positions and where to buy knives. It's not hard to see why the vast majority of Americans want AI regulation to protect kids and more. The mystery is why some of those in Congress do not. 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