Project Management & Business
There are 4 project management & business credentials in the TestPrepPilot directory: 4 national certifications awarded by a single body, and 0 licences issued by individual state boards across 0 states.
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- Credentials
- 4
- Specialisms
- 3
- National
- 4
How do the main project management & business credentials compare?
Verified figures for 4 of the national project management & business credentials, drawn from each awarding body's published material. Fees change — confirm with the body before you book.
| Credential | Awarded by | Exam fee | Length | Pass mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Associate in Project Management | Project Management Institute | PMP: $405 USD (PMI member) / $555 (non-member). Other PMI exams vary (e.g., CAPM ~$225–$300). Confirm the current fee on PMI.org at booking. | 3 hours (180 minutes) | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
| Project Management Professional | Project Management Institute | PMP: $405 USD (PMI member) / $555 (non-member). Other PMI exams vary (e.g., CAPM ~$225–$300). Confirm the current fee on PMI.org at booking. | 230 minutes (3 hours 50 minutes) | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
| Certified ScrumMaster | Scrum Alliance | Included with the CSM course ($250-$2,495 depending on provider) | 60 minutes | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
| SHRM Certified Professional | Society for Human Resource Management | ~$355 member / ~$475 non-member (check current pricing) | 3 hours 40 minutes of testing (two sections within a ~4-hour appointment) | Passing score set by the awarding body; see the official score report |
Project & Program Management 2 credentials
Agile & Product 1 credential
Human Resources 1 credential
Frequently asked questions about project management & business credentials
How many project management & business credentials are there?
There are 4 project management & business credentials in the TestPrepPilot directory: 4 national certifications awarded by a single body, and 0 licences issued by individual state boards across 0 states.
How much do project management & business exams cost?
Across the 4 national project management & business credentials we have verified fee data for, exam fees run from $250–$405. Renewal, membership and study-material costs are additional and vary by awarding body — each guide breaks out its own full cost table.
Do you need a certification to work in project management & business?
None of the 4 credentials in this field is a state-issued licence — all 4 are national certifications awarded by a professional body. That usually means the certification is not legally mandatory, but employers, insurers or clients may require it as a condition of the work.
Which project management & business credential should you start with?
Start with the one your target employer or state board names. The most widely recognised national options in this field are Certified Associate in Project Management, Project Management Professional, Certified ScrumMaster — each has a full guide with eligibility rules, fees and a week-by-week study plan.
How often do project management & business requirements change?
Fees are revised most years and eligibility rules change whenever a state legislature or awarding body acts. Every guide on TestPrepPilot links to the primary regulatory source it was verified against, and the "Sources" section is the authoritative place to confirm current figures before you book.