Certifications
Professional Certification
Enhance and demonstrate your expertise at any skill level with a PMI gold standard project management certification. No matter what your professional goals are, we have a certification that will position you to stand out from the crowd, appropriate in any industry and with a variety of methodologies, recognized across the globe.
Why Earn Professional Certifications?
1.7M+
PMI certification holders worldwide, making PMI the leader in the field since 1969.
30M
New Project Professionals needed to meet global talent demands by 2030.
66%
PMP holders who reported an increase in total compensation over the last year, including salary, bonuses, and other cash incentives.
Explore our flagship certifications.
No experience required
Show the world that you possess the foundational knowledge and skills that project teams demand. The CAPM proves that you’re ready to take on a wide range of projects—with ways of working that include predictive project management, agile principles and business analysis.
Is a CAPM right for you?
The CAPM is ranked #1 out of "The 9 Most In-Demand Professional Certifications" according to Entrepreneur Media, Inc. Earning your CAPM certification can help with career advancement, increase your earning potential, and position you to pursue any of our major certifications including the gold standard in project management certification, the PMP.
Earning the CAPM certification can help you qualify for various project management roles. Here are some common paths that CAPM-certified professionals can pursue:
- Assistant Project Manager
- Project Administrator
- Project Analyst
- Project Coordinator
- Project Manager
- PMI Technical Project Manager
3-5 years of experience
Demonstrate your ability to lead projects in any industry with this globally recognized certification and open the door to a world of opportunities. The Project Management Professional® certification acknowledges candidates who are skilled at managing the people, processes, and business priorities of professional projects.
Is a PMP right for you?
The PMP certification proves you have the project leadership and expertise in any way of working: predictive, hybrid or agile. It demonstrates your ability to lead projects without being tied to any specific industry or geographic location.
4-7 years of experience
The PgMP certification demonstrates an advanced level of expertise through managing multiple projects in a coordinated way. PgMP certification verifies that as a program management professional, you have the experience to navigate complexity and align to strategic objectives.
Is a PgMP right for you?
If you have the proven ability to manage multiple, related projects and navigate complex activities that span functions, organizations, regions or cultures and to align results with organizational goals, then you’re a potential PgMP. Advance your career and elevate your professional profile with the PgMP certification. Nearly half of all surveyed PgMP certification holders reported an increase in responsibility and larger programs to manage since obtaining certification.
The 2022 PMI Pulse of the Profession® report shows that with program management, 71% of an organization’s projects overall successfully meet business goals. Demonstrate that you are ready to lead your organization to success with PgMP certification.
8+ years of experience
Conduct a symphony of project portfolios. The PfMP certification proves you have the advanced skills to manage and align multiple projects, programs and operations with your organization’s strategic goals. As a PfMP holder, you'll balance demands, oversee portfolio success, and allocate resources where they matter most.
Is a PfMP right for you?
Your organization does the work right. But does it do the right work? As a portfolio manager, your role is essential to ensuring that the answer is “Yes.”
If you're an executive or senior-level practitioner managing a portfolio of projects, programs and operations aligned with organizational strategy and focused on doing the right work, then the PfMP is the right choice for you.
Why Earn a PMI Credential?
Earning a PMI certification is more than a resume boost—it’s a strategic move that demonstrates leadership, commitment, and readiness to drive results in any project environment. Whether you’re just starting out or managing enterprise-level portfolios, PMI credentials validate your skills and signal your credibility to employers and peers.
- Global Credibility – With over 1.7 million certification holders worldwide, PMI is the gold standard in project management.
- Career Growth – 66% of PMP holders report increases in compensation through salary, bonuses, or new opportunities.
- Job Market Demand – 30 million new project professionals will be needed by 2030 to meet global demand.
- Proven Leadership – PMI certifications reflect your ability to lead projects, programs, and portfolios with confidence and impact.
- Professional Recognition – Stand out with a credential that’s respected across industries, sectors, and borders.
- Skill Validation – Certification proves your knowledge of the latest frameworks, methodologies, and business acumen.
- Higher Earning Potential – Credential holders consistently report higher salaries and increased career responsibility.
- Increased Confidence – Demonstrate your expertise and raise your professional profile in a competitive job market.
- Lifelong Learning – Preparing for a certification helps you master current best practices and adapt to industry evolution.
- Commitment to Excellence – Certification shows you take your profession—and your growth—seriously.
Project Management Certification in West Michigan:
Start or Advance Your Career
Looking to grow your project management career in West Michigan? PMI certifications like the CAPM, PMP, PgMP, and PfMP give professionals the tools to lead, collaborate, and deliver value at every level. Whether you're just entering the field or managing complex portfolios, earning a PMI credential shows you're committed to excellence, aligned with global standards, and ready to make an impact. Explore your path to professional growth through WMPMI—the West Michigan Project Management Institute—and get certified to lead with confidence.
