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IPMA Australia Certification

If you are an individual wanting to improve your competence as a project manager, program manager, or portfolio manager, or as trainer, consultant or coach, you have come to the right place. Here, you will find information regarding IPMA’s certification schemes and information about international recognition as well as information regarding our products and services for the talented people rather new to our profession. Let us help you in your journey towards becoming or developing your competence as a professional project, portfolio or program manager.

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Level A

Certified Project Director

5 years (7,500 hours on-the-job) as a project manager managing very complex projects of which at least 3 years were at a strategic level, experience must have been acquired within the last 12 years.

Level B

Certified Senior Project Manager

5 years (7,500 hours on-the-job) as a project manager of which at least 3 years (4,500 hours on-the-job) were in a leadership role for a complex project, experience must have been acquired within the last 8 years.

Level C

Certified Project Manager

3 years (4,500 hours on-the-job) managing projects of moderate complexity, experience must have been acquired within the last 6 years.

Level D

Certified Project Management
Associate

There are no experience requirements for Level D. However, most candidates find that 3-6 months working on a project of at least moderate complexity provides context that is helpful in preparing for the exam.

The Journey to Certification

To start the certification process, choose the IPMA level that best suits your experience and complete the application form along with an eligibility check. Based on the level you apply for, you'll undergo a Competence Evaluation, with methods varying by level. Once you’ve successfully completed all the required steps, you will be awarded your IPMA certification.

Start Your Journey Here: Read our Candidate Guide

Project Management Certification

While the IPMA manages the 4-level (4-L-C) certification scheme for individuals, the Certification Bodies of the IPMA Member Associations are responsible for the individual assessments and certification. You can be certified at levels A, B , C or D. The certification process involves several steps for the assessment of a candidate and is described in detail in the International Certification Regulations (ICR).

Assessment Steps

The assessment steps for individuals are applied to each of the IPMA competence level A, level B, level C and level D. When candidates meet the competence requirements, they can apply directly for the desired Level. You do not need to start at level D and move your way up to C and B and A!