Do I need a bachelor's degree to apply for PMP exam?

[faq moderator]

Hi There,

I am looking to become a PMP.

I wanted to know if you can tell me if I will need a bachelor's degree to be eligible for the PMP exam?

Thank you!

Johnny

[Tracy]

Good day,

According to the PMP Handbook:

"to be eligible for the PMP credential, you must meet certain educational and professional experience requirements.

1. With a secondary degree (high school diploma, associate’s degree or global equivalent)
-Minimum five years/60 months unique non-overlapping professional project management experience during which at least 7,500 hours were spent leading and directing project tasks
-35 contact hours of formal education


2. Four-year degree (bachelor’s degree or global equivalent)
-Minimum three years/36 months unique non-overlapping professional project
management experience during which at least 4,500 hours were spent leading and directing project tasks
-35 contact hours of formal education"


The above information as well as other important information can be found in the PMI's PMP Handbook. We encourage all people interested in becoming a PMP, review this handbook thoroughly.

Here is the link to the PMI's PMP Handbook:
http://www.pmi.org/Certification/~/media/PDF/Certifications/pdc_pmphandbook.ashx

Best Regards,

Helpdesk Team
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