Can I do PgMP without PMP?

Yes it is possible to get PgMP® without already having PMP®. The prerequisites for PgMP® are:

Secondary degree (high school diploma, associate's degree or the global equivalent); and

  • 48 months of project management experience (OR PMP®); and
  • 84 months of program management experience within the last 15 years.

OR

  • Four-year degree; and
  • 48 months of project management experience (OR PMP®); and
  • 48 months of program management experience within the last 15 years.

"PMP" and "PgMP" are registered marks of Project Management Institute, Inc.

Last edited on: 30 Jun 2026

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