Level D
IPMA Level D
- The certification for aspiring project managers
With IPMA Level D, you can choose between a project management or an agile track to suit your career goals. Level D is ideal for young professionals, career changers, or anyone seeking to enhance their professional skills and role.
IPMA Project Management Associate
IPMA Level D is the certification for young professionals in project management seeking a solid foundation. It is the ideal starting point for building your career as a project manager and demonstrating the fundamental skills required to contribute to project success.
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- The perfect start to your project management career – An IPMA certification strengthens your expertise in all facets of project management—covering both practical tools and vital leadership competencies. It provides a solid foundation for your career as a project manager!
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- International Proof of Your Competence – By choosing IPMA Level D, you gain a globally recognized certification and demonstrating a serious commitment to becoming a skilled and competent project manager.
IPMA Certified Agile Associate
IPMA Certified Agile Associate is the certification for those who want to understand and apply agile principles in practice—whether you work in projects, teams, or in a supporting role within an agile organization. This certification is perfect for young professionals, those in career transitions, or anyone looking to strengthen their role in an agile environment.
- A high-quality start to your agile journey – This certification proves your knowledge of agile competencies and provides a solid foundation in agile practices and leadership.
- Independent and Globally Recognized – Independent of any specific framework, the IPMA agile certification enables you to implement an agile mindset in any environment. It is internationally recognized and gives you a competitive edge in your agile career.
Entry criteria for IPMA level D
IPMA Level D requires no prior experience. Candidates are instead evaluated on their knowledge of the Competence Elements (as defined in the ICB) related to project management.
Certification process – Level D
1. Introduction
We will guide you through the entire certification process and cover everything you need to know in about an hour.
2. Submitting your application
Three weeks following the introduction, you submit your application, detailing your competences in relation to the IPMA Individual Competence Baseline (ICB). We advise you to start your application well in advance to allow for a comprehensive and well-considered submission.
3. Written exam
The written exam comprises 10 multiple-choice questions and 8 open-ended questions, based on the IPMA competence areas. The exam is conducted digitally with a time limit of 3 hours.
4. Certificate
Upon successful completion, you will be awarded an internationally recognized certificate, a digital badge, and your name in IPMA’s Register of Certified Professionals.