
Project Management Institute (PMI)
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Areas of Study Management
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Founded Since 1850
Organization Description
The Project Management Institute (PMI) is a U.S.-based nonprofit professional organization founded in 1969 at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Headquartered in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, PMI supports over five million professionals, including more than 680,000 members across 217 countries and territories.
PMI offers a wide range of services, such as:
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Global standards (like the PMBOK® Guide)
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Certifications and accreditations
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Educational programs, research, and publications
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Networking through 300+ local chapters
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Conferences, seminars, and professional development opportunities
PMI played a leading role in creating industry standards recognized by ANSI and ISO. Its flagship publication, the PMBOK® Guide, is a key global resource in project management.
Over the decades, PMI has grown into a globally influential organization, shaping the practice and profession of project management worldwide.