CAPM® Pathway
Your CAPM® Pathway Starts Here
The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® is a globally recognized PMI credential for professionals at the start of their PM journey. Life Is a Project™ provides the 23 education hours you need to apply.
What Is the CAPM®?
Issued by
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Recognized
Globally by employers in every industry
Requirements
High school diploma + 23 hours PM education
ELIGIBILITY NOTE
CAPM® eligibility requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Students who hold or will hold a diploma before their exam date are eligible to apply their Enterprise Academy™ education hours toward the CAPM® application.
How the 7 Project Principles™ Align to the PMI Exam
| 7 Project Principle™ | PMI ECO Domain |
|---|---|
| Principle 1: Initiate Intentionally | Initiating — Project Charter, Authorization |
| Principle 2: Define Your Scope | Scope Management — WBS, Scope Statement, Creep Prevention |
| Principle 3: Execute the Critical Path | Schedule Management — CPM, Float, Milestones |
| Principle 4: Align Your Stakeholders | Stakeholder Management — Register, Engagement Plans |
| Principle 5: Listen to the Requirements | Communications — Requirements Gathering, Active Listening |
| Principle 6: Integrate Your Team | Integration Management — RACI, Team Coordination |
| Principle 7: Run Your Retrospective | Agile Frameworks — Retrospectives, Continuous Improvement |
Step-by-Step: Applying After Graduation
Go to pmi.org
Navigate to pmi.org. Click "Sign In" then "Create Account." Complete registration with your name, email, and country.
Apply for the CAPM®
After login, go to Certifications → CAPM → Apply. The application takes about 30 minutes. PMI reviews in 5–10 business days.
Enter Your Education Hours
In the Education section, enter: Institution: Enterprise Academy™ | Program: Life Is a Project™ | Hours: 23
Upload Your Certificate
Download your completion certificate from your student portal. Upload it as proof of education in the PMI application.
Schedule Your Exam
Once approved, pay the exam fee ($225 member / $300 non-member) and schedule your 150-question online proctored exam.
Students Who Haven't Earned Their Diploma Yet
You're building the knowledge base now. Every principle you master is real PM competency. When your diploma is in hand, your Enterprise Academy™ certificate is ready to submit. Save your materials and contact us when you're eligible.