📅 Last updated: 2026-09-03
⚠️ Exam fees and eligibility may change over time; always refer to the PMI official website before applying.
📌 What is PMP? #
PMP (Project Management Professional) is a globally recognized project management certification issued by PMI (Project Management Institute), widely regarded as the “gold standard” in the field of project management.
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Issuing body | PMI (Project Management Institute) |
| Certification type | Global professional certification |
| Recognition | Worldwide “gold standard” |
| Applicable industries | Cross-industry (IT, construction, manufacturing, finance, etc.) |
| Validity | 3 years (renewal requires PDU accumulation) |
PMP demonstrates that the holder possesses the knowledge, skills, and experience required to lead and manage projects, and it is one of the most popular and highly recognized project management certifications worldwide.
🎯 Why Get PMP Certified? (Value) #
| Value | Description |
|---|---|
| Career competitiveness | Greater advantage in job seeking and promotion |
| Salary increase | Certified professionals earn about 33% more on average than non-certified peers |
| International recognition | Recognized in 200+ countries worldwide |
| Networking | Join the global PMI community |
| Professional growth | Systematic learning of project management knowledge |
📋 Eligibility Requirements #
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Project management experience (high school) | 60 months (5 years) |
| Education (degree) | Bachelor’s degree or higher |
| Project management experience (degree) | 36 months (3 years) |
| Project management education | 35 hours of formal project management education (PDU) |
💰 Exam Fees #
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| PMI member registration fee | $425 USD |
| Non-member registration fee | $675 USD |
| Re-examination fee | $275 USD (member) / $375 USD (non-member) |
| Renewal fee (every 3 years) | $60 USD (member) / $150 USD (non-member) |
📝 Exam Format and Content #
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Exam languages | English, Traditional Chinese, and 15 languages in total |
| Number of questions | 180 questions |
| Exam duration | 230 minutes |
| Question types | Multiple choice, multiple response, matching, hotspot, fill-in-the-blank |
| Passing score | Adjusted by difficulty (no fixed score) |
| Exam format | Computer-based testing (CBT), at home or at a test center |
Three Exam Content Domains (New Version) #
| Domain | Weight |
|---|---|
| People | 42% |
| Process | 50% |
| Business Environment | 8% |
🔄 2026 Exam Update Highlights #
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| New exam outline | Updated in 2026, covering AI and agile project management |
| Increased agile focus | Higher proportion of agile and hybrid methods |
| Emphasis on soft skills | Greater focus on soft skills and leadership |
| Continuous learning | PDU renewal requirement maintained |
🚀 Application Process #
- Confirm you meet the eligibility requirements
- Register an account on the PMI website and submit your application
- Pay the exam fee
- Schedule your exam date and location
- Take the exam and receive your results
⚠️ Important Notes #
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Application audit | PMI may randomly audit project management experience |
| Validity period | Certification is valid for 3 years; requires 60 PDUs to renew |
| Exam language | Traditional Chinese exam available, but translation quality may vary |
| Study resources | PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition and official practice exams recommended |
🔗 Reference Links #
| Name | Link |
|---|---|
| PMI Official Website | https://www.pmi.org/ |
| PMP Certification Page | https://www.pmi.org/certifications/project-management-pmp |
| PMBOK Guide | https://www.pmi.org/pmbok-guide-standards |
| UUU Education (Chinese) | https://www.uuu.com.tw/ |
Sources: PMI official website, Coursera, PMI Taiwan Chapter, and public information (September 2026)