PgMP Certification Validity:

The PgMP Certificate is valid for 3 Years from the date of issuance. 

Why PgMP Certification Needs to be Renewal:

This Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification needs to be renewed because it's part of the Project Management Institute's (PMI) continuing certification requirements (CCR): 

• Cycle length: The CCR cycle for the PgMP certification is three years.
• PDU requirement: To maintain the certification, you need to earn 60 professional development units (PDUs) within the three-year cycle.
• PDU definition: A PDU represents one hour spent on learning, teaching, presenting, reading, volunteering, or content creation.
• PDU types: PDUs can be education or giving back PDUs.
• PDU purpose: PDUs help drive better business outcomes and develop in-demand skills. 

PgMP PDUs Requirements:

To maintain the Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification, you need to earn 60 professional development units (PDUs) every three years. PDUs measure your professional development and continuous learning in program management. 

Here are some ways to earn PDUs:

• Take PMI-approved courses: You can earn PDUs by completing courses offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI) training partners. Simpliaxis offers a PgMP certification training course that can earn you 24 PDUs.
• Attend PMI events: You can earn PDUs by attending PMI events.
• Participate in self-paced learning programs: You can earn PDUs by participating in self-paced learning programs.
• Mentor others: You can earn PDUs by mentoring others in project management. 

Step-by-Step Guide for the PgMP Renewal Process:

To renew your PMP certification, you must:

1. Earn 60 Professional Development Units (PDUs) within the three-year cycle
2. After that, log your PDUs into the Continuing Certification Requirements System (CCRS).
3. Pay the renewal fee

PgMP Renewal Fee:

The renewal fee for a Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification depends on whether you are a Project Management Institute (PMI) member:

• PMI members: $44.
• Non-PMI members: $146. 

Benefits of PgMP Certification Renewal:

• Professional development: Earning and reporting professional development units (PDUs) every three years can demonstrate your commitment to continuous learning.
• Career Advancement: You can continue to advance your career and take on more responsibility.
• Salary increases: You can continue to earn a higher salary than non-certified program managers.
• Global Recognition: Your certification is recognised and respected globally, which can open doors to new opportunities.
• Enhanced skills: You can continue to develop your skills in strategic program management, stakeholder management, and more. 

What Happens If You Fail to Renew PgMP Certification:

If you fail to renew your Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification, it will enter a suspended status, and you will not be able to use the PgMP® designation after your name.