PMI Global Accreditation Center

The Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC) is committed to fostering excellence and continuous improvement in project management degree programs. The following institutions recently received reaffirmation of GAC accreditation of their project management degree programs:      - The George Washington University, United States – April 2024  - ESPAE Graduate School of Management - ESPOL, Ecuador – May 2024  - Minnesota State University Moorhead, United States – May 2024  - Missouri State University, United States – June 2024  - University of Westminster, Westminster Business School of Applied Management, United Kingdom – June 2024     The following institution recently received affirmation of GAC accreditation of their project management degree programs:      - Sam Houston State University, United States – May 2024    Congratulations on this significant achievement!

Join us on 12 September 2024 at 11:00 am ET for a free webinar on summative experiences! Hear from GAC Directors, Linh Luong and Shaligram Pokharel as they discuss summative experiences and how to meet GAC accreditation standards. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gDuBUc5f   

Last month to register! Don’t miss academic opportunities at our largest event of the year for project professionals. We invite educators and universities to join us at PMI Global Summit 2024 from September 18 to 21 in Los Angeles. Connect with other academic leaders, gain insights to inform and evolve your degree programs and courses, attend our AI teaching session, and elevate your project management capabilities. https://lnkd.in/e56ZFPY5 #PMIGlobalSummit #ProjectManagement #Education

What does it take to become a project manager, and why should students and young professionals consider it? Find out why demand for project talent is soaring—and what steps you can take to confidently launch a project career—all in our latest Career Guide. https://lnkd.in/e2s7f6bA

Are you seeking career-long learning and development? Consider pursuing a quality project management degree accredited by our center. Search by region, degree type, degree method, and location in our public directory: https://lnkd.in/gtyiWqt5.

We're excited to introduce our updated PMI Academic Curriculum and Teaching Resources!   Whether you're launching a new project management program or weaving its principles into existing courses, transform your teaching with our newly released curriculum framework and teaching resources, tailor-made to fit any course structure. https://lnkd.in/e6ZH_ASQ

Dive into the stories of our dedicated volunteers, Daniela Pavel, PhD, and John Cable, MArch, R.A, PMP! Dana, a professor at Capella University, has enriched GAC for 9 years, contributing to workshops and webinars. John, Founder of the Project Management Center for Excellence, brings over 18 years as a GAC Director and mentor. Their passion for project management education shines through their impactful contributions. Visit our Volunteer Spotlight page to explore their journeys and stay tuned for future spotlights. Learn how you can join us in advancing excellence in project management education by becoming a GAC volunteer! https://bit.ly/3zlwJKt

Congratulations to Revati Sangle, winner of the 2024 Chapter Student Club Scholarship by Project Management Institute! Revati is an active member of the PMI Houston Chapter Student Club at GAC accredited University of Houston. She contributed to the chapter community as lead coordinator for the annual Project Management Conference, initiated workshops, and helped revitalize the chapter’s mentorship program. She is a regular contributor to the club's newsletter, providing insights and analyses on emerging methodologies and thought leadership. Through dedication and leadership, Revati has fostered a vibrant community, promoted professional development, and inspired future leaders. We are incredibly proud of her accomplishments!

We recently held a workshop in Paris, France to train prospective volunteers, universities considering accreditation, and leaders of programs currently accredited by GAC. We shared the value and benefits of accreditation and how to align to GAC accreditation standards. Thank you to our amazing presenters, Surv. Prof. Martin Morgan Tuuli, Simona Bonghez, Ph.D., Dr. Dana Pavel, Cheryl Stum, Langes Supramaniam, and Heather Ramsey. We also valued the visit from Pierre Le Manh and Lenka Pincot PMP, PMI-ACP, PMI-PBA during our opening reception.

Thank you for sharing, Amin A. Tabassi, PMP!