The PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)® is a prestigious certification offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI) that validates a professional's expertise in risk management. The PMI-RMP certification recognizes an individual's unique expertise on the project team while demonstrating the recognition and value the role provides to the project management profession. In this role, an individual has more competence in the specialized area of assessing and identifying project risks while mitigating threats and capitalizing on opportunities than a general practitioner and yet, also maintains a basic level of competence in all areas of project management.

Employers can trust certification holders to possess the skills, knowledge and experience to contribute directly to their crucial projects. This global certification also supports individuals in meeting organizational needs; organizations can be confident in hiring capable, experienced project risk management practitioners as well as having a means for a career development path.

Who Should Apply?

The PMI-RMP certification is designed for individuals who specialize in or aspire to specialize in the field of risk management within the context of project management. The PMI-RMP is evidence of your real-world, hands-on experience and skill as part of risk management in your projects.

Educational Background	Project Risk Management Experience	Project Risk Management Education
Secondary diploma (high School diploma, associate’s degree or global equivalent)	At least 36 months spent in the specialized area of professional project risk management within the last five consecutive years	40 contact hours of formal education in the specialized area of project risk management
OR
Four-year degree (bachelor’s degree or global equivalent)	At least 24 months spent in the specialized area of professional project risk management within the last five consecutive years	30 contact hours of formal education in the specialized area of project risk management
OR
Bachelor’s or post-graduate degree from a GAC accredited program (bachelor’s or master’s degree or global equivalent)	At least 12 months spent in the specialized area of professional project risk management within the last five consecutive years	30 contact hours of formal education in the specialized area of project risk management

NOTE: If you are a graduate of a GAC accredited degree program you will receive a 12-month credit towards the work experience requirement. Also, you can use the GAC course work to fulfill the 35 education contact hour requirement.

Candidates must also have completed a minimum of 30 contact hours of training in risk management, which can be earned through formal education or risk management training courses.

Once candidates meet the eligibility criteria, they can apply for the PMI-RMP exam through the PMI website. Upon approval of their application, they can schedule and take the PMI-RMP exam at a designated test center. The exam assesses candidates' knowledge of risk management principles, best practices, tools, and techniques and evaluates their ability to apply risk management in real-world scenarios.

Gain and Maintain Your PMI-RMP The certification exam has 115 multiple-choice questions and you have two and half hours to complete it.

To maintain your PMI-RMP, you must earn 30 professional development units (PDUs) in risk management topics every three years.

Course Content

1. Key Concepts of Risk Management

Key Concepts and Definitions

Understand the fundamental concepts and definitions of risk management in different contexts.

Risk Management in Organizations

Explore how organizations integrate risk management into their operations and decision-making processes.

Domains of Risk Management

Understand the different domains where risk management principles are applied in various industries.

Key Success Factors

Learn the key factors that contribute to the success of risk management initiatives in organizations.

2. Framework for Risk Management

Business Context of Risk Management

Understand the business context and strategic importance of risk management in achieving organizational objectives.

Scope of Accountability, Responsibility, and Authority

Define the scope of roles and responsibilities within risk management processes and frameworks.

General Approaches to Risk Management

Explore the various approaches to risk management, from traditional to modern techniques.

3. Risk Management Life Cycle

Plan Risk Management

Learn how to develop a risk management plan that aligns with organizational goals and risk appetite.

Identify Risks

Understand methods for identifying and categorizing risks that may impact the organization.

Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis

Learn how to assess and prioritize risks based on their impact and probability.

Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis

Explore techniques for quantitatively measuring the effects of risks and their potential consequences.

Plan Risk Responses

Understand how to create strategies to mitigate or exploit identified risks.

Implement Risk Responses

Learn how to put risk response plans into action and monitor their effectiveness.

Monitor Risks

Understand how to track risk outcomes and make adjustments to the risk management plan as needed.

4. Risk Management in the Context of Portfolio Management

Portfolio Risk Management Life Cycle

Understand how risk management principles are applied throughout the portfolio management life cycle.

Integration of Risk Management into the Portfolio Management Performance Domains

Learn how to integrate risk management processes into portfolio management for better decision-making and performance.

5. Risk Management in the Context of Program Management

Program Risk Management Life Cycle

Explore how risk management is applied across the program management life cycle.

Integration of Risk Management into the Program Management Performance Domains

Learn how to integrate risk management into program management for enhanced program success.

6. Risk Management in the Context of Project Management

Project Risk Management Life Cycle

Understand the specific risk management life cycle applied within project management.

Integration of Risk Management into the Project Management Performance Domains

Learn how risk management is integrated within the project management framework to ensure project success.

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