PMI USA · PMI Scheduling Professional

PMI-SP® Certification, practitioner-led.

PMI credential dedicated to project scheduling expertise. For serious schedulers, planners, and cost controllers who want a scheduling-specific credential. Complements Primavera P6 and MS Project skills with formal PMI recognition.

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PMI-SP at a glance

The four things you actually need to know.

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Who it is for

Planning engineers, schedulers, cost controllers, PMO leads working on EPC, infrastructure, or capital projects who want a scheduling-focused PMI credential.

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Duration & format

30 hours of scheduling-specific formal education. Live instructor-led online sessions with recording access. Corporate cohorts also delivered on-site.

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Exam format

170 questions in 3.5 hours. Covers schedule strategy, planning, development, monitoring, control, and closure.

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PMI exam fee

USD 520 (member) / USD 670 (non-member). Paid directly to PMI USA, separate from your training. PMI membership recommended for the reduced fee.

PMI-SP FAQ

The essentials.

What every candidate asks before enrolling.

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What is PMI-SP?
PMI-SP (PMI Scheduling Professional) is a specialised PMI credential for professionals whose primary role is planning and scheduling. It signals scheduling expertise deeper than what PMP covers.
Do I need PMP before PMI-SP?
No. PMI-SP has its own eligibility path. However, many professionals hold both because they complement each other.
Is PMI-SP useful for Primavera P6 planners?
Very. PMI-SP validates the methodology behind the tool. Combined with Primavera P6 proficiency, it makes a planning engineer resume dramatically stronger for EPC and infrastructure roles.
What is the pass rate?
PMI does not publish official pass rates. Expect scenario-heavy questions requiring genuine scheduling experience, not just memorised formulas.
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