If you are reading this, there is a good chance that you have already met the Project Management Institute (PMI®) eligibility requirements for the Project Management Professional exam. This entry outlines the PMI® steps to schedule your exam. If you have any questions concerning the process, click on the active links for more information about the process or contact me!

Step 1. If you haven’t already, create an account on the PMI® website.

Step 2: Apply for the PMP® Credential on the PMI® website.

Step 3: Wait for PMI® to review your application and send you next steps (candidate number or audit procedure) – this usually takes 5- 10 business days.

Step 4: Pay for the test on the PMI® website. (PMI® members can save up to $150 on the exam.)

Step 5: Schedule your Project Management exam on the Prometric website.

While you are using the PMI® website to schedule your exam, you don’t have to be a paying PMI® member to gain your certification. As you start your application process, ple...