Why should you attend?

The PECB ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager training course helps you develop the necessary competencies for initiating, planning, monitoring, directing, controlling, and closing a project based on the guidelines of ISO 21502.

In addition to providing the theoretical background on project management, the training course offers practical examples and quizzes that will help you apply the knowledge gained in real-life scenarios.

After completing the training course, you will be able to apply for the exam. If you successfully pass the exam, you can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager” credential. An internationally recognized “PECB ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager” certificate validates your professional capabilities and demonstrates that you possess the necessary knowledge and skills to manage a project based on the guidelines of ISO 21502. 

Who should attend?

The ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager training course is intended for:

• Project managers
• Project sponsors
• Expert advisers
• Project team members
• Executives, managers, and directors involved in governance, direction, and audits of projects 
• Individuals seeking to thoroughly understand project management 
• Individuals aiming to start or advance their careers in project management 

Prerequisites
A fundamental understanding of project management concepts, methodologies, and practices.

Course agenda

DAY 1 | Introduction to ISO 21502 and project management

DAY 2 | Integrated project management practices

DAY 3 | Management practices for a project

DAY 4 | Management practices for a project (cont’d)

DAY 5 | Certification exam

Training material

The participant will receive training materials containing more than 400 pages of information and practical examples in electronic form via the KATE application. As part of the full-time course, the participant will also receive training materials in printed form. 

Examination

The “PECB Certified ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competence domains:

• DOMAIN 1 | Fundamental principles and concepts of project management
• DOMAIN 2 | Integrated project management practices
• DOMAIN 3 | Individual management practices for a project

The exam takes the form of a test consisting of 80 multiple-choice questions. It is an open-book exam, where candidates are allowed to use the following reference materials: training course materials, any personal notes taken during the training course, a hard copy dictionary, a hard copy of a standard. The exam lasts 3 hours and can be taken online or in paper form. If you do not pass the exam, you can repeat the exam for free within 12 months. 

For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.

Price

The price includes participation in the course, electronic training materials, exam and PECB certification fees. The price of the full-time course also includes a printed copy of the training material, lunch on teaching days and small refreshments.

Certification

After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials shown in the table below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements related to the selected credential. 

For more information about the ISO 21502 credentials and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.

The requirements for PECB ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager certifications are: