PMI Certified Professional in Managing AI (PMI-CPMAI)™ Exam Prep Course & Certification
AI is reshaping how projects are delivered and organizations need professionals who can manage it. The PMI-CPMAI certification equips you with a globally recognized framework to lead AI projects with confidence. Through PMI's official 21-hour self-paced course combined with Skillet's 1-day instructor-led exam prep, you'll gain the skills, methodology, and credential to stand out in an AI-driven workplace and walk away exam-ready.
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About this course
The PMI Certified Professional in Managing AI (PMI-CPMAI)™ is a globally recognized certification developed by the Project Management Institute (PMI) for professionals looking to lead and manage AI-driven projects using a structured, proven methodology. Built around the Cognitive Project Management for AI (CPMAI) framework, this program covers the full AI project lifecycle across six phases: Matching AI with Business Needs, Identifying Data Needs, Managing Data Preparation, Iterating Development and Delivery, Testing and Evaluating AI Systems, and Operationalizing AI.
This program is ideal for project managers, business professionals, technologists, and consultants who work alongside or lead AI initiatives and want a credible framework to manage them effectively. Organizations looking to upskill their teams in AI project delivery will find this a practical and globally recognized option. No prior AI or technical background is required, though familiarity with project management fundamentals is an advantage.
Skillet’s exam prep package combines PMI’s official 21-hour self-paced online course with a 1-day instructor-led session that reinforces key concepts through real-world scenarios and prepares you for the PMI-CPMAI certification exam. The self-paced course uses scenario-based exercises, case studies, and a downloadable workbook to help you apply concepts immediately. Our instructor-led session bridges the gap between theory and application, giving you the confidence to sit for your exam and pass. Please note that the self-paced course must be completed within 90 days, after which you will be eligible to schedule your exam.
Upon completing the course, you will earn 21 PDUs applicable toward other PMI certification renewals, broken down as follows: 7 PDUs in Business Acumen, 11 PDUs in Ways of Working, and 3 PDUs in Power Skills. For existing PMP holders, these 21 PDUs cover more than one-third of the PDUs required for renewal and can fully satisfy the Education PDU requirement for CAPM.
What’s Included:
- PMI’s official 21-hour self-paced online course
- 1-day instructor-led exam prep session
- PMI-CPMAI exam voucher (1 attempt)
- 21 PDUs upon course completion
- Co-branded certificate of achievement
Who should attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Project managers and program managers leading or supporting AI initiatives
- Product managers working on AI-powered products and platforms
- Business and digital transformation professionals driving AI adoption within their organizations
- Technologists and consultants who manage AI projects but are not focused on the technical build
- Professionals holding a PMP or CAPM looking to add an AI management credential
Learning Outcome
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Apply the CPMAI methodology to plan and manage AI projects from inception to operationalization
- Identify business needs and match them to appropriate AI solutions
- Define data requirements, assess data quality, and ensure data readiness for AI model development
- Oversee AI model development, training, and evaluation processes
- Operationalize AI solutions responsibly including deployment, governance, and ongoing monitoring
- Implement responsible and trustworthy AI practices including ethics, bias management, transparency, and regulatory compliance
- Make go/no-go decisions at key stages of the AI project lifecycle
- Communicate AI project status, data insights, and outcomes to stakeholders and leadership
Prerequisites
- Completion of the PMI-CPMAI Exam Prep Course (mandatory before sitting the exam)
- No prior AI, technical, or project management experience required
- Minimum age of 18 years old
Course Content
Module 1: The Need for AI Project Management
- Why AI projects struggle
- How iterative delivery supports success
- How CPMAI ensures ethical, effective outcomes
Module 2: Matching AI with Business Needs (Phase I)
- Aligning AI solutions and strategy to real business needs
- Assessing feasibility and defining ROI
- Setting clear project scope
Module 3: Identifying Data Needs for AI Projects (Phase II)
- Selecting the right data and ensuring compliance
- Building infrastructure to support AI
- Laying the groundwork for effective AI data management across the project lifecycle
Module 4: Managing Data Preparation Needs for AI Projects (Phase III)
- Transforming raw data into AI-ready inputs
- Conducting quality checks and augmentation
- Applying compliance controls
Module 5: Iterating Development and Delivery of AI Projects (Phase IV)
- Building and validating models from machine learning to generative AI
Module 6: Testing and Evaluating AI Systems (Phase V)
- Testing and monitoring AI models
- Addressing model drift
- Ensuring results are reliable, explainable, and aligned with goals
Module 7: Operationalizing AI (Phase VI)
- Operationalizing AI responsibly
- Managing governance
- Planning for continuous improvement
Certification
Certification Name: PMI Certified Professional in Managing AI (PMI-CPMAI)™
Issued by: Project Management Institute (PMI)
Exam Format: Computer-based test (CBT) at a Pearson VUE test center (recommended) or online proctored via Pearson VUE OnVUE
Number of Questions: 120 questions (100 scored, 20 unscored pre-test questions)
Exam Duration: 160 minutes (2 hours 40 minutes)
Passing Score: Pass/Fail (exact passing score not published by PMI)
Exam Language: English
Eligibility Period: 1 year (365 days) from date of purchase to complete the course and pass the exam
Exam Attempts: Up to 3 attempts within the 1-year eligibility period (only 1st attempt included in Skillet’s bundle; subsequent attempts require additional payment)
Certification Maintenance: 30 PDUs every 3 years
Prerequisites: Completion of the PMI-CPMAI Exam Prep Course
FAQs
1. Do I need prior AI or project management experience to enroll? No. The PMI-CPMAI has no prior experience or certification requirements. However, familiarity with project management fundamentals and basic AI concepts is an advantage.
2. How is this course structured? The program consists of two components: PMI’s official 21-hour self-paced online course, which you complete at your own pace, and Skillet’s 1-day instructor-led exam prep session designed to reinforce key concepts and prepare you for the exam.
3. How long do I have to complete the course and sit for the exam? You have 90 days to complete the self-paced course. Once completed, you have 1 year from the date of purchase to pass the exam.
4. How many attempts do I get for the exam? Your first exam attempt is included in the bundle. If you do not pass, PMI allows up to 2 additional attempts within your 1-year eligibility period at an additional cost.
5. Where do I sit for the exam? The exam is available at Pearson VUE test centers (recommended) or online via Pearson VUE’s OnVUE proctored platform.
6. Will I get certified after completing the course? Completing the course makes you eligible to sit for the exam. You will receive the PMI-CPMAI certification upon passing the exam.
7. How do I maintain my certification? You are required to earn 30 PDUs every 3 years to maintain your PMI-CPMAI certification.
8. Is this course claimable under HRD Corp? Yes. This course is HRD Corp claimable for eligible Malaysian employers. Contact us for more details.
At this time, this course is available for private class and in-house training only. Please contact us for any inquiries.