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IPMA Certification

The Institute of Project Management is the International Project Management Association's (IPMA) certifying organisation for Ireland. IPMA coordinates Project Management institutions into an international network of shared tools and professional expertise. An IPMA certification is an unequaled demonstration of competence in Project Management.
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IPMA® Certification

Established in 1965, IPMA® (International Project Management Association) is the pioneering global association for professional project management. Comprising 73 Member Associations across the continents of the Americas, Africa, Asia, Australia, and Europe, IPMA® holds a preeminent position in the field.

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IPMA® is a global leader in project management standards and certifications, with its Competence Baseline (IPMA ICB®) as a comprehensive framework for various project management roles. IPMA®’s Four-Level Certification System is unique worldwide and recognised for its quality to elevating professional standards.

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Benefits of IPMA® Certification
Internationally recongnised Project Management certificationo
Globally recognised certification

of your project management skills

Boost your hireability with certified Project Management training
Expanding career prospects

in today’s demanding
job market

Learn to Succesfully manage projects
Strengthen

employer trust

in your ability to deliver successful projects

IPMA® Certification Levels

Overview of IPMA Certification Levels, including each level's qualifications, certification process, and job description.

IPMA Level A® — Certified Project Director

Role Description
  • Operating at a strategic level within a highly intricate project landscape.
  • Accountable for a demanding project that holds strategic significance for the organisation.
Eligibility
  • At least 5 years of managerial experience in complex projects, with at least 3 years in a strategic leadership role.
  • All relevant experience for Level A should have been acquired within the past 12 years.
Certification Steps
  • Stage 1: Application, submission of a CV for initial certification, Executive Summary Report, self-assessment, and referrals
  • Stage 2: Examination
  • Stage 3: Report submission
  • Stage 4: Interview
  • Stage 5: Final evaluation and decision
  • Stage 6: Awarding of certification, provision of feedback, and archival procedures

IPMA Level B® — Certified Senior Project Manager

Role Description
  • Operating within a sophisticated project environment.
  • Responsible for a complex project programme within an organisation.
Eligibility
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience as a project manager, with at least 3 years in a leadership role managing intricate projects.
  • All Level B experience must have been acquired in the past 8 years. Justification can extend the evidence timescale by 4 years.
Certification Steps
  • Stage 1: Application, Curriculum Vitae (CV) for initial certification, Executive Summary Report, Self-assessment, Referees
  • Stage 2: Examination
  • Stage 3: Report submission
  • Stage 4: Interview
  • Stage 5: Final evaluation and decision
  • Stage 6: Awarding of certification, provision of feedback, and archival procedures

IPMA Level C® — Certified Project Manager

Role Description
  • Operating within a moderately challenging and intricate setting.
  • Accountable for project management activities with a moderate level of complexity in an organisation
Eligibility
  • Minimum of 3 years of practical experience as a project manager handling moderately complex projects.
  • OR minimum of 3 years of experience in a responsible project management role, assisting the project manager in complex projects.
  • All Level C experience should have been acquired in the past 6 years. In exceptional cases, the evidence timeline can be extended by 4 years with a valid justification.
Certification Steps
  • Stage 1: Application, Curriculum Vitae (CV) for initial certification, Executive Summary Report, Self-assessment, Referees
  • Stage 2: Examination
  • Stage 3: Report submission
  • Stage 4: Interview
  • Stage 5: Final evaluation and decision
  • Stage 6: Awarding of certification, provision of feedback, and archival procedures

IPMA Level D® — Certified Project Manager Associate

Role Description
  • Possesses an extensive understanding of competence elements associated with project management.
  • Demonstrates a profound grasp of project management principles and can actively contribute to project teams.
Eligibility
  • No experience is required.
Certification Steps
  • Stage 1: Application, Curriculum Vitae (CV) for initial certification, Executive Summary Report, Self-assessment, Referees
  • Stage 2: Examination
  • Stage 3: Report submission
  • Stage 4: Interview
  • Stage 5: Final evaluation and decision
  • Stage 6: Awarding of certification, provision of feedback, and archival procedures
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IPMA® Recertification

Continuing educational advancement and professional growth are mandatory for individuals who have obtained the IPMA® certification to maintain their active certification status.

They must complete the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programme and earn a minimum of 175 Professional Development Units (PDUs) within each five-year certification/CCR cycle. For more information on how to earn PDUs, please refer to Section 3 of the Certification Handbook.

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All Information You Need

Download important documents about IPMA® Certification to help you determine which certification is most appropriate for you.

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About IPMA Ireland

As an authorised National Body for IPMA® Certification, IPM has actively contributed to the implementation of IPMA® 4-Level Certification, successfully certifying more than 6,000 project management professionals.

The certification framework is overseen by the IPMA® Certification and Validation Management Board (CVMB), adhering to the guidelines outlined in ISO/IEC 17024:2012 (Conformity Assessment – General requirements for bodies operating certification of persons).
We can collaborate with organisations to facilitate IPMA® Certification for individuals and companies. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for further details.

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