PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)® Certification

  Advance Your Project Scheduling Career with PMI-SP® Certification

The **PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)® certification** by the **Project Management Institute (PMI)** is a globally recognized credential that validates specialized knowledge and advanced experience in developing, managing, and maintaining project schedules.

The PMI-SP certification demonstrates your ability to create effective project timelines, monitor schedule performance, identify risks, and apply professional scheduling practices to support successful project delivery.

Designed for professionals who specialize in project scheduling, PMI-SP helps you showcase your expertise and stand out as a skilled scheduling professional.

 Why Choose PMI-SP® Certification?

Successful project delivery depends on accurate planning and effective schedule management. PMI-SP certification proves your capability to manage complex schedules and contribute to better project outcomes.

Benefits of earning PMI-SP certification include:

* Validate advanced scheduling knowledge and skills
* Demonstrate expertise in project timeline management
* Improve career opportunities in project controls and planning
* Enhance professional credibility with employers
* Gain global recognition from PMI

The **PMI-SP® certification is registered against the ISO 9001 standard**, reflecting PMI’s commitment to quality and professional excellence.

Is PMI-SP® Certification Right for You?

PMI-SP® is ideal for professionals with experience in project scheduling who want to validate their specialized skills.

This certification is suitable for:

* Project Schedulers
* Planning Professionals
* Project Control Specialists
* Project Managers
* Program Coordinators
* Scheduling Analysts

If you have more than three years of project scheduling experience and want to advance your expertise, PMI-SP can support your professional growth.

PMI-SP® Certification Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must meet PMI’s education and experience requirements through one of the following pathways:

 Path A: Secondary Degree

Education Requirements:

* High school diploma, associate degree, or global equivalent

Experience Requirements:

* Minimum 36 months (3 years) of professional project scheduling experience within the last 5 years
* 40 contact hours of formal education in project scheduling

 Path B: Four-Year Degree

Education Requirements:

* Bachelor’s degree or global equivalent

Experience Requirements:

* Minimum 24 months (2 years) of professional project scheduling experience within the last 5 years
* 30 contact hours of formal education in project scheduling

 Path C: GAC-Accredited Degree

Education Requirements:

* Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree from a GAC-accredited program

Experience Requirements:

* Minimum 12 months (1 year) of professional project scheduling experience within the last 5 years
* 30 contact hours of formal education in project scheduling

 PMI-SP® Exam Preparation

A focused PMI-SP exam preparation program helps you strengthen your scheduling knowledge and prepare for certification success.

Preparation includes:

* Schedule development and maintenance techniques
* Project planning and control methods
* Schedule risk analysis
* Time management practices
* Exam-focused practice questions

  PMI-SP® Exam Information

Exam Format: Multiple choice
Exam Duration: 3.5 hours
Exam Questions: 170 questions

  Maintaining Your PMI-SP® Certification

To maintain your PMI-SP certification, you must earn **30 Professional Development Units (PDUs)** during each three-year certification cycle.

PDUs can be earned through:

* Professional training and learning
* Teaching and mentoring others
* Presentations and knowledge sharing
* Reading professional resources
* Volunteering
* Creating industry content

Become a Certified Scheduling Professional

The **PMI-SP® certification** demonstrates your expertise in project scheduling, planning, and schedule management. Build your professional reputation and advance your career as a certified scheduling specialist.