Project Management Institute Driving Business Results with Project Management

Presentation Overview Background Project Management Institute (PMI®) Central Iowa Chapter (PMI-CIC) PMI-CIC Mission & Value Proposition Why Project Management PMI-CIC Programs and Events Community Involvement Education Certification Networking How can we have a mutually rewarding experience Next Steps

Project Management Institute (PMI®) A Nonprofit Global Organization Envisioned Goal “Worldwide, organizations will embrace, value and utilize project management and attribute their success to it.” PMI Global Operations Center Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, USA Regional Service Centers in Brussels, Belgium & Singapore Established in 1969 308,102 PMI members in more than 180 countries 253 chartered PMI Chapters 29 chartered Specific Interest Groups 2 formal areas of knowledge: Performance Management Scheduling PMI has a global membership. Chapters are geographically based and act as “franchises” of PMI, providing education and networking opportunities at a grassroots level. 40% of our growth is now outside North America. China and Europe Middle East Africa (EMEA) are emerging growth areas for project management. Global Region breakdown: 71% North America & the Caribbean - Of the 71% -- or almost 150 thousand -- that represents North American membership, 63% (130,178) is in the US 9% (18,082) is in Canada, and Less than 1% (27) is elsewhere on the continent, including the Caribbean. 15% Asia & the South Pacific 10% Europe Middle East Africa (EMEA) 4% Central & South America Specific Interest Groups, or SIGs, are designed to bring project management practitioners from similar industries or interests together in a virtual environment. If you are a member of PMI with a passion for one of the project management knowledge areas, or if you have a specific expertise, you may fit perfectly into one of PMI’s colleges. Like a SIG, a PMI college has no distinct geographical location. Instead, it brings together individuals who have developed a formal approach to one of the areas within A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide). These individuals are committed to furthering this knowledge and making it available to the profession. Through 30 November, 2009

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Project Management Certification Five Certification Credentials: Program Management Professional (PgMPSM) Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM™) PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMPSM) PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SPSM) The PgMP credential is PMI’s first credential designed to demonstrate project and program management skills. To be eligible for the PgMP credential, you must meet specific guidelines that objectively measure experience, education and professional knowledge, and undergo a rigorous application process as well as three assessments. You also must agree to adhere to the PMI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct. The CAPM or PMP credential are not prerequisites for the PgMP credential. Eligibility: • With a Bachelor’s Degree (or a global equivalent): Over the last 15 consecutive years, applicants must have at least four years of project management experience and four years of program management experience. • Without a Bachelor’s Degree (or a global equivalent): Over the last 15 consecutive years, applicants must have at least four years of project management experience and seven years of program management experience. The PgMP Assessments: • A comprehensive application process that includes a review of education by PMI staff and a review of professional work experience by a panel of program managers. •  A four-hour exam composed of 170 multiple-choice questions that measures your ability to apply knowledge, skills and techniques used in program management. The exam is developed by groups of individuals from around the globe who are program managers and is routinely reviewed and revised to ensure the best consistently objective assessment. •  A Multi-rater Assessment (MRA) in which you select a team of colleagues and peers to evaluate your performance as a program manager via a web-based survey. Individuals who attain a credential from PMI will be added to PMI’s Online Credential Registry and may immediately use the credential designation after their name. The PgMP Examination: The multiple-choice examination — developed by program managers from around the world —includes mostly scenario-based questions that test your understanding of the knowledge, skills and techniques used in program management. The examination is made up of 170 multiple-choice questions and will take approximately four hours to complete. It will be administered via computer-based testing globally. In areas of the world where computer-based testing does not exist, paper-based testing will be made available.  

PMI – Central Iowa Chapter (PMI-CIC) A Nonprofit Iowa Corporation Established in 1992 Current membership = 587 Certified Project Management Professionals (PMP) = 367 Certified Associates in Project Management (CAPM) = 10 Located in Des Moines www.pmi-centraliowa.org PMI-CIC is the largest chapter in Iowa. PMI-CIC is a 501(c)(6) Iowa corporation, which is a not-for-profit professional organization.

PMI – Central Iowa Chapter (PMI-CIC) Mission & Value Proposition To advance the practice and profession of project management throughout Central Iowa in a conscious and proactive manner to all stakeholders Value Proposition Provide quality education and certification opportunities Foster the largest network of project management in Central Iowa Advance the profession of project management Mission, Values, Vision and Value Proposition statements for the PMI-CIC 7 7

PMI – Central Iowa Chapter (PMI-CIC) Why Project Management? Do you have concerns or challenges with: Time delays? Cost overruns? Quality falling short? Goals not getting met? Results not what you set out to accomplish? Getting IT and/or Business focused on the goal? Surprises that could / should have been avoided? The right level of project management structure and discipline can help! You may be asking yourself right now “Why does my organization need project management?” Disciplined project management provides: A focal point for effective communications, coordination and control A plan to assess progress Emphasis on time, cost and scope performance (aka “Triple Constraint”) Project management also provides the framework for methods, processes, monitoring and change control.

PMI – Central Iowa Chapter (PMI-CIC) Sponsored Community Involvement Collaborate to Succeed (C2S) Volunteer Project Manager and Mentor Paired with Non-profit or Charity organization Leverage unique professional services Manage projects pro bono Pilot in 2009 (e.g. Event Planning, Fund Raising) What PMI-CIC Requests: Recognition and visibility for our efforts The recognized leader supporting and promoting project management Advancement of the project management profession Member Volunteer Gains: Gain experience in an area where you might otherwise not have opportunity Enrich your membership experience Expand your professional network Hone your leadership skills

PMI – Central Iowa Chapter (PMI-CIC) Sponsored Education and Certification Opportunities PMP Exam Prep Workshops Local, Multi-week, Annual Training Events Certification Preparation Professional Development Day Local, 1 day, Annual Training Event National and International Keynote Speakers 500+ Attendees Sponsors and Exhibitors Training Workshops Local, Multi-day, Training Events Advanced Project Management Topics In-depth, Hands-on, Real-world * Best training value available

PMI – Central Iowa Chapter (PMI-CIC) Sponsored Networking and Education Opportunities Chapter Meetings Local, 1 hour, Monthly Professional Speakers Sponsors Round-table Sessions Local, 2 hours, Annual Local Executive Leadership

PMI – Central Iowa Chapter (PMI-CIC) How can we have a mutually rewarding experience Sponsor employee membership in PMI PMI-CIC Event Sponsor or Exhibitor Training Needs Executive Leadership round-table Collaborate to Succeed Partnership Leverage one another’s events for increased visibility Leadership development / mentoring Other ideas? The recognized leader supporting and promoting project management What PMI-CIC Requests: Recognition and visibility for our efforts The recognized leader supporting and promoting project management Advancement of the project management profession Member Volunteer Gains: Gain experience in an area where you might otherwise not have opportunity Enrich your membership experience Expand your professional network Hone your leadership skills

PMI – Central Iowa Chapter (PMI-CIC) Next Steps What PMI-CIC Requests: Recognition for our efforts The recognized leader supporting and promoting project management Advancement of the project management profession Sponsor Employee membership Member Volunteer Gains: Gain experience in an area where you might otherwise not have opportunity Enrich your membership experience Expand your professional network Hone your leadership skills

PMI – Central Iowa Chapter (PMI-CIC) Contact Us Des Moines, Iowa 50325 www.pmi-centraliowa.org Dave Gard, PMP, CSM President 515-771-7472 President@pmi-centraliowa.org The recognized leader supporting and promoting project management Visit the PMI-CIC Web site at www.pmi-centraliowa.org. The Board of Directors contact information and other resource information are located here. The PMI Web site at www.pmi.org is also a great resource for you to learn more about the PMI organization or project management in general. Thank you for your time today. Please let me know if you have any question.