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IPMA Level C: Certified Project Manager
For whom is this certification?
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Level C certification is designed for experienced project managers who have demonstrated competence in managing projects of moderate complexity.
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It validates the ability to successfully lead projects, including planning, organizing, and controlling project activities.
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Level C certification focuses on the application of project management methodologies, stakeholder management, risk management, and team leadership.
The assessment steps
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The assessment steps for individuals are applied to each of the IPMA certification levels independently, i.e. when candidates meet the competence requirements, they can apply directly for the desired Level. You do not need to start at level D and move your way up to C and B and A!
IPMA Level C: Certified Project Manager
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This IPMA certification requires that the candidate has acted in a project management role within a moderately complex project environment within an organisation.
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Eligibility criteria:
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within the last six years, the candidate needs to have a minimum of three years experience as a project manager within projects of moderate complexity
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or a minimum of three years’ experience in a responsible project management role assisting the project manager in complex projects.
Certification pricing
Level A
R40,000
Level B
R34,000
Level C
R24,000
Level D
R10,000
Recertification
R8,000
Retake Assessment Steps and Applicable Fees
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The following assessment steps may be retaken once, in accordance with the IPMA Certification Regulation. Retake fees are expressed as a percentage of the total certification fee for that level.
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Level C
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Examination: Candidates may retake the Level C examination.
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Retake fee: 20% of the total Level C certification fee.
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Extended Interview: Candidates may retake the extended interview.
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Retake fee: 50% of the total Level C certification fee.
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Re-certification
The re-certification period for IPMA certification at Levels A, B, C, and D is five (5) years from the date of initial certification. Re-certification is an evidence-based process intended to confirm continued professional engagement, competence, and ongoing professional development appropriate to the certification level held.
Process and how to apply?
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Express interest to IPMA-SA for certification
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Complete application form
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Complete eligibility check
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Write exam
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Complete extended interview
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Receive certification
Certified professionals are registered.
If you are looking for project, programme and portfolio managers who have proven competences, look for IPMA certified professionals. Certified professionals are registered in the international database.
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