Earning Professional Development Units (PDUs)
What are PDUs?
According to PMI, PDUs are used to quantify approved learning and professional service activities for certified Project Management Professional (PMP®) and Program Management Professional (PgMP®) credential holders.
Which courses qualify for PDUs?
All of our Project Management, Business Analysis, IT Service Management, Agile and Microsoft Office Project courses qualify for PDUs. Currently, Benchmark Learning's courses are categorized by PMI under Category 4: Courses offered by Other Education Provider.
How are the number of PDUs determined for each course?
To calculate the number of PDUs earned, use the following formula: one contact hour of learning relevant to project and/or program management within a structured activity or course equals one PDU.
Each course day is equal to seven PDUs because lunch is subtracted from the eight-hour day. Therefore, a three-day course earns 21 PDUs (7 x 3 = 21).
What documentation of earned PDUs is required upon PMI audit/request?
Registration form, certificate of attendance, and course materials or a course outline summarizing the subject matter covered and the qualifications of the instructor.