IPMA Level D

Certification for advancing professionals in project management

IPMA® Level D – Knowing how it works. For those ready to advance.

The IPMA® Level D certification is designed for individuals who have deepened their initial project management knowledge and can confidently apply PM methods. It is intended for anyone who wants to validate their gathered experience with solid project management expertise.
For this certification, you already possess advanced competencies in project management and understand how to apply PM methods confidently in day-to-day practice.
After successfully passing the examination, you are entitled to use the title IPMA® Level D – Certified Project Management Associate.

Further information

Students
Trainees in dual vocational training
Career starters
Participants in a retraining or continuing education program
Members of a project team
Experienced professionals who want to support their practical experience with solid project management knowledge.

No prior project management experience or vocational training is required to register for the examination.

You confidently apply project management methods in everyday practice.
You understand the importance of communication and teamwork.
You have further developed your competencies in project management.
You know which agile methods exist.

Registration for the certification examination via PM-ZERT's certification portal. Examinations are also available in English.
Two written exams lasting 90 minutes each, or one written exam lasting 90 minutes plus a 25-page report
If you already hold the Basic Certificate (GPM)®, the examination is reduced to one written exam lasting 90 minutes
Certificate issued: IPMA® Level D – Certified Project Management Associate. The certificate is issued in English.