Foundation Project Management Certificate (3cr)

Objective

Those who pass the IPMA Foundation (Level D) certification exam will have mastered the following areas:

1. People
Able to evaluate and develop their own actions and self-awareness (self-evaluation, reflection).
Acts ethically and honestly in different situations.
Communicates clearly and constructively with different stakeholders.
Participates actively in teamwork and supports cooperation.
Understands and practices basic management and interactive management skills.

2. Practice
Is familiar with the project life cycle and can describe the structure and planning stages of a project.
Has a good grasp of the basic principles of project scope, scheduling, and costs.
Identifies and assesses project risks and plans measures to manage them.
Understands the basic principles of quality management, procurement, and resource management.
Is able to monitor and report on project progress in line with objectives.

3. Perspective
Understands the connection between projects and the organization's strategy and objectives.
Is familiar with the principles of governance in project activities.
Understands the basics of change management and its impact on projects.
Recognizes the importance of regulation, compliance, and ethical issues.
Has a command of the basic methods of stakeholder engagement and communication.

Content

IPMA Level D certification demonstrates basic project management knowledge and a broad understanding of the field without requiring practical work experience. The certification covers technical, behavioral, and contextual skills. Those who have completed the certification demonstrate their understanding of key areas of project management – such as scope, schedule, risk, and stakeholder management – by passing a multiple-choice exam based on the IPMA International Competence Baseline (ICB) framework.

The level is known as Certified Project Management Associate (CPMA) and is particularly suitable for people who are new to project management or want to strengthen their basic skills.