PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)
Credential: PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)
Credentialing Agency: Project Management Institute (PMI)
Renewal Period: 3 years
The Project Management Institute (PMI), Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP) is an intermediate-level certification for professionals who specialize in project risk management. RMPs specialize in assessing and identifying project risks, mitigating threats and capitalizing on opportunities. Candidates for the RPM must meet educational, experiential and training requirements, and must pass the exam.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)
The following DOD Civilian Occupations provide training and/or experience that contributes to attaining this credential:
The following Federal Occupations provide training and/or experience that contribute to attaining this credential:
| Federal Occupation | Related As | |
|---|---|---|
| 0101 Social Science Series |  Most |
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| 0343 Management and Program Analysis Series |  Some |
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| 0344 Management and Program Clerical and Assistance | Some |
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| 0505 Financial Management Series | Some |
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| 0810 Civil Engineering | Some |
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| 0896 Industrial Engineering Series |  Other |
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| 1101 General Business and Industry | Some |
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| 1102 Contracting Series | Most |
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| 1103 Industrial Property Management | Most |
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| 1109 Grants Management Series | Some |
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| 1150 Industrial Specialist | Some |
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| 1160 Financial Analysis Series | Some |
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| 1163 Insurance Examining Series | Most |
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| 1170 Realty | Some |
The following civilian occupations are related to this credential:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 4500 hours
- Education: High School Diploma/GED
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 3 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Project Management Institute (PMI)
14 Campus Blvd.
Newtown Square, PA 19073-3299
Phone: (610) 356-4600
Fax: (610) 482-9971
Email: customercare@pmi.org
Education/Training and/or Experience REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Secondary diploma (high School diploma, associate’s degree or global equivalent)
- At least 4,500 hours spent in the specialized area of professional project risk management within the last five consecutive years
- Total training of 40 contact hours of formal education in the specialized area of project risk management
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Four-year degree (bachelor’s degree or global equivalent)
- At least 3,000 hours spent in the specialized area of professional project risk management within the last five consecutive years
- Total training of 30 contact hours of formal education in the specialized area of project risk management
Other REQUIREMENTS
The PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP) credential has the following other requirements:
- Candidates must agree to uphold the Project Management Institute's Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
Written Exam
- Risk Strategy and Planning (19-20%)
- Stakeholder Engagement (19-20%)
- Risk Process Facilitation (25-28%)
- Risk Monitoring and Reporting (19-20%)
- Perform Specialized Risk Analyses (14-16%)
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP) examination:
- Best Sources
Testing Information
Testing for this credential is handled by Pearson VUE. The test centers are located in the U.S. They also have some test centers on military bases.
To find out more, use the following links on the Pearson VUE website:
- Search for Testing Program
- Learn About Testing for Military Communities
- Agency/Certification Specific Testing Information
- Contact Pearson VUE
For more information on the Project Management Institute (PMI) testing process, visit the agency website.
RECERTIFICATION
PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)
Renewal Period: 3 years