Beginner Project Management certifications

Every Project Management certification we track, with exam fees, difficulty and salary ranges side by side. Open any one for the full exam guide and study roadmap.

Beginner7No prior certification needed Intermediate5Some hands-on experience Advanced4Several years in the field

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PMI CAPM - Certified Associate in PM The CAPM is an entry‑level PMI certification that validates foundational project‑management knowledge for newcomers. Beginner Project Management Fee $225 180 minutes Typical salary
$70K–$90K
View guide Scrum Alliance CSM - Certified ScrumMaster The Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) by Scrum Alliance introduces Scrum fundamentals and prepares you to guide Agile teams effectively. Beginner Project Management Fee $1,295 Typical salary
$95K–$125K
View guide Scrum Alliance CSPO - Certified Scrum Product Owner The CSPO cert validates Scrum Product Owner skills for beginners in project management. Beginner Project Management Fee $1,295 Typical salary
$100K–$130K
View guide Google Google Project Management Professional Certificate Google Project Management Professional Certificate teaches foundational project management skills for beginners, combining traditional and Agile approaches. Beginner Project Management Fee $49/mo Typical salary
$70K–$95K
View guide Independent PRINCE2 Foundation Foundation-level certification in the PRINCE2 project management framework. Beginner Project Management Fee $350 Typical salary
$75K–$100K
View guide Scrum.org PSM I - Professional Scrum Master The PSM I certifies a solid grasp of Scrum fundamentals and its practical use in teams. Beginner Project Management Fee $200 Typical salary
$90K–$120K
View guide Scrum.org PSPO I - Professional Scrum Product Owner The PSPO I certifies foundational Scrum product‑owner knowledge and validates your ability to maximize product value. Beginner Project Management Fee $200 Typical salary
$95K–$130K
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