Earn PDUs for PMP® Certification Renewal
Maintain your PMI certification with high-quality Professional Development Units (PDUs) from MPUG, a PMI Authorized Training Provider.
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What are Professional Development Units (PDUs)?
PDUs are the measuring unit used by PMI to quantify approved learning and professional service activities. They are required to maintain your PMI certification such as PMP®, PgMP®, PMI-ACP®, and other credentials.
Why You Need PDUs
PMI certification holders need to earn a specific number of PDUs every three years to maintain their credentials. For example, PMP® certified professionals need to earn 60 PDUs per three-year cycle.
PDU Categories
PDUs fall into two categories: Education (minimum 35 PDUs) and Giving Back to the Profession (maximum 25 PDUs). Education PDUs are further divided into Technical, Leadership, and Strategic & Business Management.
MPUG's PDU Advantage
As a PMI Authorized Training Provider, MPUG offers pre-approved PDU activities through on-demand courses, live PM Master Classes, and articles - making it easy to earn the PDUs you need on your schedule.
How to Earn PDUs with MPUG
On-Demand Courses
Access our library of 100+ self-paced courses covering a wide range of project management topics. Each course clearly indicates the number and type of PDUs awarded.
PM Master Classes
Participate in our weekly PM Master Classes led by industry experts. Can't attend live? Watch the full on-demand library anytime - every class awards PMI PDUs.
Articles & Resources
Read our collection of in-depth articles that qualify for self-directed learning PDUs. Track your reading in the PMI Continuing Certification Requirements System.
Earn PDUs with Weekly PM Master Classes
MPUG PM Master Classes are PMI-approved sessions led by industry experts. New live classes are added every week, and the entire library is available on-demand - so you can earn PDUs across all three areas of the PMI Talent Triangle® on your own schedule.
Ways of Working PDUs
Master classes on methodologies, Microsoft Project, agile, risk, and scheduling - the technical craft of delivering projects.
Browse Ways of Working classes →Power Skills PDUs
Leadership, communication, and stakeholder management sessions that build the interpersonal skills PMI requires.
Browse Power Skills classes →Business Acumen PDUs
Strategy, business analysis, and organizational sessions that connect project delivery to business outcomes.
Browse Business Acumen classes →The PMI Talent Triangle®
PMI's Talent Triangle emphasizes the ideal skill set of a project manager. MPUG provides PDUs in all three areas:
Technical Project Management
Knowledge, skills, and behaviors related to specific domains of Project, Program, and Portfolio Management. Includes methodologies, tools, and techniques for effective project execution.
Leadership
Knowledge, skills, and behaviors specific to leadership. Involves guiding, motivating, and directing teams to help an organization achieve its business goals.
Strategic & Business Management
Knowledge of and expertise in the industry or organization that enhances performance and better delivers business outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions About PDUs
How many PDUs do I need to maintain my certification?
PMP®, PgMP®, PfMP®, PMI-PBA®, and PMI-ACP® certification holders need to earn 60 PDUs during each three-year certification cycle. CAPM® certification holders need to earn 15 professional development units (PDUs) in their three-year certification cycle.
How do I claim PDUs from MPUG courses?
MPUG automatically reports PDUs for most courses to PMI on your behalf. For self-reported activities, you'll need to submit them through PMI's Continuing Certification Requirements System (CCRS) using the provided PMI Activity ID.
Can I earn all my required PDUs through MPUG?
Yes! MPUG offers enough PDU opportunities across all categories to fulfill your entire PDU requirement. Our diverse content library covers Technical, Leadership, and Strategic & Business Management areas of the PMI Talent Triangle®.
What is included in an MPUG membership?
MPUG membership includes unlimited access to our on-demand courses, live and recorded PM Master Classes, and expert articles - all of which can earn you PDUs. Members also receive exclusive discounts on certification training and exam prep materials.
Do PM Master Classes count toward PDUs?
Yes. Every MPUG PM Master Class is a PMI-approved activity that awards PDUs across all three areas of the PMI Talent Triangle - Ways of Working, Power Skills, and Business Acumen. New live sessions are added weekly, and the full library is available on-demand so you can earn PDUs on your own schedule.
Or browse our PM Master Classes to see this week's PDU-eligible sessions.
