The Project Management Institute (PMI) has updated the PMI Talent Triangle® to better reflect the evolving skills required for project professionals. The three skill areas are now:
- Ways of Working (formerly Technical Project Management)
- Power Skills (formerly Leadership)
- Business Acumen (formerly Strategic and Business Management)
These changes emphasize the diverse approaches to project management, the importance of interpersonal skills, and a strong understanding of business contexts.
To maintain PMI certifications, professionals must earn Professional Development Units (PDUs) across these skill areas. The requirements vary by certification:
| Certification | Total PDUs Required | Education PDUs | Minimum PDUs per Skill Area | Remaining Education PDUs | Giving Back PDUs | Maximum Working as a Practitioner PDUs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PMP, PgMP, PfMP, PMI-PBA | 60 | Minimum 35 | 8 in each area | 11 | Maximum 25 | 8 |
| PMI-ACP, PMI-RMP, PMI-SP | 30 | Minimum 18 | 4 in each area | 6 | Maximum 12 | 4 |
| CAPM | 15 | Minimum 9 | 2 in each area | 3 | Maximum 6 | 2 |
Key Points:
- Education PDUs: Focus on learning and growing in the three skill areas of the PMI Talent Triangle®.
- Giving Back PDUs: Involve activities like volunteering, creating knowledge, and working as a practitioner.
- Working as a Practitioner PDUs: A subset of Giving Back PDUs earned through practical application of project management skills.
For detailed information on PDU requirements and the PMI Talent Triangle®, visit PMI’s official ContinuingCertification Requirements page.
By fulfilling these PDU requirements, professionals ensure their skills remain current and aligned with industry standards.