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Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®

Build a strong foundation in project management and take the first step toward a global PMI certification.

Get 23 hours of live, instructor-led training designed to help you clear the CAPM exam on your first attempt.

Earn 23 PDUs and learn all key project management knowledge areas through simple, practical exercises.

Boost your exam confidence with mock tests, real-world examples, and a complete CAPM practice question bank.

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Key Highlights of the CAPM Certification Course

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23 Contact Hours with Live Training

15 Hours of On-Demand Training by Chris Ward

Hands-On Group Exercises

2 Full-Length Mock Exams (150 Questions Each)

Aligned with Latest PMI-CAPM Exam Outline

Dedicated Post-Workshop Support

Why Choose This CAPM Course?

Our Certified Associate in Project Management CAPM training gives you a clear and structured learning experience. It includes both live instructor-led classes and self-paced learning, making it flexible and easy to follow.

Here’s what you get:

  • 23 hours of live online training
  • 15 hours of expert-led, self-paced content
  • Hands-on project practice and real examples
  • Training aligned with the latest PMI CAPM Exam Content Outline
  • Clear guidance on how to apply project management best practices
  • Full support to help you pass the CAPM exam on your first attempt

The program is led by Chris Ward, a highly experienced CAPM trainer with over 20 years of industry knowledge. His self-paced modules work perfectly with the live classes, giving you a complete, well-rounded learning experience.

You will also get access to:

  • 2 full-length mock exams (150 questions each)
  • Group activities and practical exercises
  • A complete CAPM practice question bank

These resources help you understand the exam pattern and build confidence to clear the CAPM certification exam.

Benefits of CAPM Certification

The CAPM certification offers strong value for your career. By completing this course, you will earn 23 Professional Development Units (PDUs), which support your growth as a project management professional.

Key benefits:

  • Qualify for entry-level roles like Project Coordinator, Project Analyst, and Junior Project Manager.
  • Build a strong foundation for advanced certifications like the PMP.
  • Meet the 35-hour project management education requirement for the PMP exam.
  • Improve your credibility and visibility among employers.
  • Gain skills used across industries such as IT, construction, finance, healthcare, and more.

Everything You Need to Know About the CAPM Certification

The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) credential is offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI). This globally recognized certification proves your understanding of project management principles, processes, and terminology.

The CAPM certification is ideal for:

  • Students or fresh graduates
  • Professionals starting their project management career
  • Anyone who wants to switch to a PM role
  • Individuals planning to take the PMP in the future

Earning the CAPM shows employers that you can support projects effectively and work confidently within a team. It also opens the door to higher-level roles and advanced certifications.

CAPM Certification Course Highlights

The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) course gives you a strong advantage in the project management field. It helps you build job-ready skills, stand out from other candidates, and prepare confidently for the CAPM exam.

Key Highlights:

1. PMI Authorized Training Partner:

  • We are a PMI Premier Authorized Training Partner (ATP). This means the course follows PMI’s top global standards.
  • You get trusted, industry-approved training that prepares you for real project management roles and the CAPM certification exam.

2. 23 Hours of Live Online Training:

  • Learn directly from expert instructors through 23 hours of live, interactive online classes. You can ask questions, join discussions, and practice what you learn through group activities.
  • These live sessions make learning simple, engaging, and practical.

3. 15 Hours of Self-Paced Learning:

  • Get 15 hours of self-paced video lessons created by Chris Ward, a project management expert with 20+ years of experience.
  • Study anytime and replay lessons as needed. This flexible format helps you learn comfortably at your own speed.

4. Two Full-Length Mock Exams:

  • Prepare confidently with two full-length mock tests, each with 150 exam-style questions. These practice exams match the real CAPM test in format and difficulty.

5. Interactive Group Exercises:

  • Learn by doing through hands-on group exercises. You will work with other learners to solve real project management problems.
  • These activities help you understand concepts better and apply them in real-world situations.

6. Earn 23 PDUs:

  • After completing the course, you will earn 23 PDUs (Professional Development Units).
  • These PDUs support your ongoing professional development and help you maintain PMI certifications.

7. Exam-Ready Curriculum:

  • The course content is aligned with the latest PMI CAPM Exam Content Outline. You will learn everything you need to pass the Certified Associate in Project Management CAPM exam.
  • The training covers all essential tools, concepts, and frameworks used in project management.

8. Your Pathway to PMP Certification:

  • This program not only prepares you for CAPM, it also helps you move toward the PMP certification.
  • It fulfills the 35-hour project management education requirement needed for the PMP exam.

Skills Covered in CAPM Certification Training

Our Certified Associate in Project Management course follows a practical, real-world approach. You will learn essential project management skills that help you succeed in any industry.

Let’s look at the skills now:

1. Project Management Principles and Methods

  • Understand PMI’s project management approaches that include predictive, adaptive, and hybrid.
  • Learn when to use each method and how to manage projects effectively from start to finish.

2. CAPM Exam Terms and Frameworks:

Learn key project management terms used in the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) exam.

Understand concepts like:

  • Project life cycle
  • Knowledge areas
  • Integration, scope, schedule, and cost management
  • Process groups

This helps you feel confident on exam day and apply PMI tools in real projects.

3. Project Planning and Execution:

  • Learn how to create project plans, manage schedules, monitor progress, and close projects successfully.
  • These skills help you deliver projects on time, within budget, and meet stakeholder expectations.

4. Predictive Project Management Tools:

Explore project tools such as:

  • Critical Path Method (CPM)
  • Earned Value Management (EVM)
  • Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

These tools help you plan accurately, track performance, and maintain project control in structured environments.

5. Agile and Adaptive Project Management:

  • Understand Agile frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe. Learn how to manage changing requirements, run iterations, and deliver value quickly.
  • These skills are highly demanded in modern organizations.

6. Business Analysis Skills:

  • Learn how to gather requirements, build product roadmaps, and manage business needs in both predictive and adaptive projects.
  • These skills ensure your project outcomes match stakeholder expectations.

7. Emotional Intelligence & Team Leadership:

  • Develop emotional intelligence to manage team dynamics and handle challenges calmly.
  • Learn how to communicate clearly, resolve conflicts, and build strong project teams.

8. Risk and Stakeholder Management:

  • Learn to identify and manage risks early. Gain skills to engage stakeholders, build trust, and align everyone with project goals.
  • Strong risk and stakeholder management leads to successful project delivery.

Ready to grow your project management career? Join our Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) course and gain the skills and confidence to pass the exam and open new career opportunities.

Why get the CAPM Certification Training?

Growing Demand for Project Managers:

The demand for skilled and certified project managers is rising fast across industries. According to PMI’s latest talent gap report by the Anderson Economic Group (AEG), project management jobs are expanding much faster than many other careers. Here are some key insights:

Global Project Management Growth Outlook:

  • 33% growth projected in project management roles over the next decade.
  • 22+ million new jobs expected to be created.
  • 88 million professionals needed in project-oriented roles by 2027.
  • 75% of global demand coming from China and India.
  • $208 billion GDP loss estimated due to project management talent shortages.

CAPM: Your Gateway to a Successful Project Management Career

The Certified Associate in Project Management CAPM certification is designed for beginners and professionals who want to build strong, job-ready project management skills.

Issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI), this globally recognized certification validates your understanding of essential project management concepts.

By completing CAPM training, you can:

  • Build a strong foundation in project management.
  • Enhance your resume with an international credential.
  • Prepare for higher-level certifications like PMP.
  • Become eligible for entry-level project management roles.

The CAPM certification also gives you credibility and confidence, helping you start your project management journey faster.

Top Project Management Roles for CAPM-Certified Professionals

CAPM-certified professionals are in high demand across IT, finance, healthcare, construction, consulting, and more.

Here are some popular roles you can pursue:

1) Project Manager:

Project Managers lead projects from start to finish, ensuring work is delivered on time and meets business goals. With a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification, you gain job-ready skills in planning, scheduling, communication, and risk management.

The demand for project managers is very strong. According to PMI, the world will need 25 million new project professionals by 2030, with an estimated hiring need of 2.3 million new project workers every year.

  • Average Annual Salary: INR 17.8L LPA (As per the Ambitionbox)
  • Top hiring companies: Oracle, IBM, Amazon, Accenture, Infosys, Microsoft

2) Project Lead:

As a Project Lead, you manage specific phases of a project, coordinate team efforts, and oversee quality and deadlines.

  • Average Annual Salary: INR 19.1 LPA (As per the Ambitionbox)
  • Top employers: Capgemini, Cisco, TCS, Wipro, Google, FedEx

This role is ideal for professionals moving into project management from technical or operations backgrounds.

3) PMO Lead:

A PMO (Project Management Office) Lead focuses on strategy, governance, and ensuring that projects align with company goals. CAPM training helps you build the knowledge needed to support PMO functions at an organizational level.

  • Average Annual Salary: INR 12.5 LPA (As per the Ambitionbox)
  • Top hiring companies: J.P. Morgan, Cognizant, Deloitte, PwC, EY, HSBC

This role is perfect for those who want to move toward leadership and strategic management positions.

Benefits of the CAPM Certification

The Certified Associate in Project Management CAPM certification gives you several career advantages:

1) Earn a globally recognized certification: CAPM is recognized worldwide and adds immediate credibility to your profile, making you stand out to employers in any industry.

2) Build a strong project management foundation: You learn essential project management concepts, frameworks, and tools across predictive, adaptive, and hybrid methodologies.

3) Access better job opportunities: CAPM opens doors to roles like Project Manager, Project Lead, Coordinator, and PMO Lead, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

4) Pathway to PMP certification: The CAPM training fulfills the education requirement for PMP and prepares you for advanced project management career growth.

5) Higher earning potential: CAPM-certified professionals often earn better salaries and qualify for more specialized and higher-paying roles.

Why Choose upGrad KnowledgeHut for Your CAPM Course

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Interactive, Hands-On Workshops

Learn through activities, case studies, and team exercises. Our high-energy workshops help you understand project management concepts through real practice, not just theory.

02

Learn From Top Instructors

Get trained by expert professionals like Chris Ward and Kevin D. Davis, who bring over 10+ years of industry experience. They explain concepts clearly and guide you with real project insights.

03

PMI-Approved Curriculum

Study with a fully updated curriculum aligned with PMI standards. You learn what employers expect and what the CAPM exam actually tests.

04

Strong Exam Preparation Support

Practice with full-length mock tests that simulate the actual CAPM exam. These tests help you build confidence and increase your chances of passing on your first attempt.

05

Ongoing Learning Resources

Get access to webinars, e-books, tutorials, articles, and continuous learning support. We help you stay updated even after your classes are over.

06

Post-Training Mentorship

After completing your training, you receive expert guidance, interview materials, and resources to help you move forward in your project management career.

07

Flexible Learning Options

Choose how you want to learn: join live, instructor-led sessions or learn at your own pace with our self-paced CAPM course.

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Continuous Support After Course Completion

Our dedicated support team is always available to help you with questions, resources, or guidance, even after the course ends.

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What You’ll Learn in the CAPM Certification Course

Learning Objectives:

1. Negotiating Project Terms

  • Learn to negotiate project agreements effectively and build strong, transparent relationships with your team and stakeholders.

2. Managing Conflict:

  • Gain the skills to handle conflicts, maintain compliance, and drive project benefits using standard project management practices and methodologies.

3. Project Governance:

  • Learn to manage project changes, choose the right approach, and apply CAPM-based governance for smooth execution.

4. Deliver Business Value:

  • Learn to manage communication, spot risks, and engage stakeholders to ensure projects deliver real value.

5. Understand Project Continuity:

  • Build the ability to manage project challenges, adjust plans when needed, and guide your team through disruptions to maintain project success.

6. Business Analysis:

  • Understand core business analysis processes, assess organizational changes, refine requirements, and support continuous improvement.

Prerequisites for the CAPM Course

Eligibility Requirements

    You need 1,500 hours of project work or at least 23 hours of project management education before taking the exam.

    A high school diploma or any global equivalent is required to meet the minimum education criteria.

Who This Course Is For

This CAPM course is ideal for professionals involved in project planning, execution, or coordination, including:

  • Associate Project Managers
  • Project Managers
  • IT Project Managers
  • Project Coordinators
  • Project Analysts
  • Project Leaders
  • Senior Project Managers
  • Team Leaders
  • Product Managers
  • Program Managers
  • Project Sponsors
  • Project Team Members

PMI-CAPM Certification Training – FAQs

To apply for the certified associate in project management (CAPM) exam, you need either 1,500 hours of project experience or at least 23 hours of project management education. You must also have a high school diploma or an equivalent qualification. Once you meet these requirements, you can apply through PMI’s online portal and follow their application and membership steps for the CAPM certification process. The exam is a 3-hour test with 150 multiple-choice questions.

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