Cari Favole
What is the PMP Certification?
The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI), is the gold standard for project managers worldwide. It validates a professional’s expertise in leading and directing projects using the principles outlined in the PMBOK® Guide (Project Management Body of Knowledge)—a globally recognized framework for project management best practices.​
Earning the PMP requires candidates to demonstrate substantial project leadership experience, meet specific education requirements, and pass a rigorous exam that tests their ability to manage projects across various industries and methodologies. See the next section for a walkthrough of those requirements.
The Value
of Project Management Certifications
Project management certifications serve as proof of the skills and knowledge required to lead projects effectively. While project management may vary across industries, organizations, and project types, its core responsibility remains the same: managing people and turning ideas into reality.
It demonstrates expertise in areas such as global project development, resource and risk management, budgeting, and team leadership. PMP®-certified professionals are equipped to apply best practices across industries—whether leading product development for startups, driving creative initiatives, or delivering large-scale projects.
Benefits for BUSINESSES
Organizations that invest in PMP® certification for their teams gain a more knowledgeable, disciplined workforce capable of achieving higher project success rates. PMP®-certified employees remain up to date with evolving industry standards through required continuing education. This not only makes businesses more efficient but also enhances their reputation, making them more attractive to prospective clients.
Walk-through of the requirements
The PMP® Certification requires three elements when determining candidate qualification:
(1) 4-Year Degree:
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre/Performing Arts
The University of Georgia,
DECEMBER 2009
(2) 35 Contact Hours:
Verification Number is: 55983029605927 | Download the Attestation
The PMP® Exam Prep Seminar: ID 109EPSWB Course has provided me with the requirement of 35 PMI Contact Hours and was taught by project management author and expert Joseph Phillips. Joseph is the author of several project management books from McGraw-Hill, the American Management Association, and Dummies Press. He is certified as a PMP, PMI-ACP, ITIL, Project+, and is a Certified Technical Trainer.
(3) 36 Months of Experience Leading Projects within the Past Eight Years:
As my resume will show, I had a solid 39 months of experience, in addition to 16 months of Production experience, plus a supplemental10 years as a Self-Employed Voice Actress (come November 2023), at the time I applied for certification qualification.
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THe testing process
​Check out this video for a comprehensive overview of the PMP Certification process, including who the Project Management Institute (PMI) is, the certification requirements, and the steps to achieve your credential.
For more details, visit the official Project Management Institute (PMI) website: pmi.org.
PMP Certification CREDENTIAL
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Recipient: Caroline "Cari" Favole
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Credential #: 3646311
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Earned: 13th September, 2023
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Renewal Deadline: 12th September, 2026