PMI Certified Professional in Managing AI (PMI-CPMAI)™ Exam Prep Course & Certification

The PMI Certified Professional in Managing AI (PMI-CPMAI)™ certification is designed for professionals who want to lead AI initiatives with greater structure, confidence, and measurable business impact.

Built around a tool-agnostic, results-driven approach, PMI-CPMAI™ helps professionals align AI initiatives with business needs, bring cross-functional teams together, manage data and governance requirements, and deliver responsible solutions that create lasting value. No previous AI or project management certification is required.

Course Description

PMI-Authorized PMI-CPMAI™ Exam Prep Course | 21 Hours

The Snyder Center for Project Excellence and PMI Delaware Valley Chapter are proud to offer live, instructor-led PMI-CPMAI™ Exam Prep cohorts as a PMI Authorized Training Partner.

This 21-hour PMI-authorized course is organized around the six phases of the CPMAI™ methodology. Through instructor-led discussion, scenario-based exercises, case studies, and practical application, participants learn how to move AI initiatives from business need and data preparation through development, testing, deployment, governance, and continuous improvement.

The cohort is led by Dr. Bob Schatz, PMIxAI Ambassador, and combines PMI-authorized materials with Snyder Center preparation and post-course support.

Completion of the PMI-CPMAI™ Exam Prep Course is required before taking the certification exam. The exam includes 120 questions and allows 160 minutes for completion.

Participants who complete the course may also earn 21 PDUs toward maintaining eligible PMI certifications:

• 11 Ways of Working PDUs
• 7 Business Acumen PDUs
• 3 Power Skills PDUs

Here’s What You’ll Learn

Module 1: The Need for AI Project Management

Explore why AI initiatives struggle, how iterative delivery supports successful outcomes, and how the CPMAI™ methodology provides a structured approach to managing AI projects responsibly and effectively.

Module 2: Matching AI with Business Needs

Phase I

Learn to align AI solutions with real business needs, evaluate feasibility, define expected value and return on investment, and establish a clear project scope.

Module 3: Identifying Data Needs for AI Projects

Phase II

Determine what data an AI initiative requires, address compliance considerations, and establish the infrastructure needed to support effective data management throughout the project lifecycle.

Module 4: Managing Data Preparation Needs for AI Projects

Phase III

Learn how raw data is transformed into AI-ready inputs through data quality reviews, preparation, augmentation, and compliance controls.

Module 5: Iterating Development and Delivery of AI Projects

Phase IV

Explore how AI models are developed, trained, and validated, including applications involving machine learning and generative AI.

Module 6: Testing and Evaluating AI Systems

Phase V

Learn how to test and monitor AI models, identify and address model drift, and ensure that results remain reliable, explainable, and aligned with organizational goals.

Module 7: Operationalizing AI

Phase VI

Explore how AI solutions move into operational use, including governance, adoption, risk management, responsible AI practices, and planning for continuous improvement.

Prepare to Lead AI Initiatives

Build your knowledge. Develop your confidence. Prepare for certification and practical application.

The Snyder Center supports your entire journey through live instruction, collaborative cohort discussions, certification preparation, and continued support after the instructional sessions conclude.

Whether you are already working with AI initiatives or are beginning to explore the field, the cohort will help you understand how to turn AI concepts into structured, achievable projects that deliver meaningful results.

What’s Included

• Live virtual instruction with Dr. Bob Schatz, PMIxAI Ambassador
• PMI-authorized course materials
• The PMI-CPMAI™ certification exam
• Scenario-based exercises and case studies
• A downloadable participant workbook
• Snyder Center certification preparation
• Post-course support and learning resources
• Collaborative learning with fellow professionals
• 21 hours of PMI-authorized instructional content
• 21 PDUs for eligible PMI credential holders

Founding Cohort Pricing

PMI Members

$1,795

Non-Members and Guests

$1,995

Founding Cohort pricing is available for a limited time.

Standard Pricing for Future Cohorts

PMI Members: $1,995
Non-Members and Guests: $2,195

Registration Information

August Daytime Intensive

Dates: August 26–28, 2026
Days: Wednesday–Friday
Time: 9:30 AM–5:00 PM ET
Location: Live via Zoom