PgMP

PgMP stands for Program Management Professional, a credential offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI). It recognizes advanced competence in coordinating multiple related projects to achieve strategic objectives and realize benefits for an organization.

Eligibility for PgMP is based on extensive program management experience and education. Requirements vary with level of formal education, but all applicants must demonstrate a track record of leading and directing program management activities across multiple projects, plus sufficient project management experience. Applicants submit a detailed experience profile and must meet PMI’s experience criteria before they can advance to the examination stage.

The certification process involves an application review by PMI and, for those found eligible, an assessment of knowledge and experience through a rigorous examination. The exam covers five program management performance domains, focusing on defining and delivering program outcomes, governance, lifecycle management, and stakeholder engagement, among other competencies.

Recertification is required to maintain the credential, typically through PMI’s Continuing Certification Requirements (CCR) program. Holders must earn a specified amount of professional development units (PDUs) over a three-year cycle and pay applicable fees.

Target audience for PgMP includes senior program managers, portfolio managers, and others responsible for directing multiple related projects and aligning them with organizational strategy. Compared with the PMP credential, PgMP emphasizes governance, benefits management, and the strategic aspects of program orchestration rather than individual project execution.