Project Management Institute (PMI)

Simon Buehring30 Jun 2026 The Project Management Institute (PMI) is a nonprofit professional association for project management that develops standards, publishes guidance, supports a global member community, and administers widely used certifications for project managers. It is best known for PMI certifications such as the PMP and CAPM, and for its project management standards including the PMBOK Guide.

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