PMI HR Frequently Asked Questions


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1. What is the PMI HR SIG?

Nearly 500 strong in 40 countries. Vital and forward thinking professionals focused on the needs of Project Management in Human Resources; this is the PMI HR SIG.

Our mission is to advance the practice, science and profession of Project Management in Human Resources. Our long-term goal - 'Worldwide, Human Resources organizations will embrace, value, and use Project Management and attribute their successes to it.'
2. How can I join the PMI HR SIG?

If you are already a member of the Project Management Institute, you can log into the PMI Members section and sign up to join the HR SIG or click here - Join the HR SIG.
3. How do I change my PMI password?

You can change your password online by going to the PMI Web site:
  • Choose the member login button located on the left hand column
  • Enter your member number, member password and click on change password
  • Follow the instructions provided to change your password and submit your change
If you do not want to change it online then contact PMI directly at PMI Customer Care 610.356.4600
4. How do I know when my membership is going to expire?

You can verify your membership expiration date online:
  • Choose the member login button located on the left hand column
  • Enter your member number, member password and click on login
  • Your membership data will be displayed. Above your name will be a sentence that reads: "you are a member through day month, year"
5. How do I know if I am a member of the PMI HR SIG?

You can access your membership data online:
  • Choose the member login button located on the left hand column
  • Enter your member number, member password and click on login
  • Your membership data will be displayed.
  • Under the components section your membership will list the chapters and SIGs you have currently registered and paid for.

If this is incorrect, then contact PMI Customer Care at 610.356.4600
6. How do I change my contact email address for PMI and PMI HR SIG?

You can change your email address online:
  • Choose the member login button located on the left hand column
  • Enter your member number, member password and click on login
  • Your membership data will be displayed
  • Choose the update membership button located on the left hand menu bar
  • Scroll down to your email address and type in the new email address
  • Choose the continue button located at the bottom of the screen for the next four screens (if you want to make changes to each screen you can do so by typing in the changes and choosing the continue button at the bottom of the screen)
  • Choose the save changes button
  • Your membership will be updated with PMI
  • Your email will be updated and sent to the PMI HR SIG within the next month
7. What are PDUs?

PDUs are Professional Development Units, The PDU is the measuring unit used to quantify approved learning and professional service activities. PDUs are components of The PMI Continuing Certification Requirements program (CCR) which supports the ongoing educational and professional development of individuals who have attained the PMP or PgMP credentials. For detailed information about the CCR, visit the PMI Website at http://www.pmi.org/prod/groups/public/documents/info/PDC_PMPCCR.asp
8. Why Do I Need PDUs?

PDUs are necessary not only to satisfy the Continuing Certification Requirements but also to insure that our skills remain current and viable in our rapidly changing world.
9. How Can I Accrue PDUs?

Qualifying activities include participation in/with Formal Education, Professional Activities and Self-Directed Training, PMI Registered Education Providers (REPS), Other Providers, and Volunteer Service to Professional or Community Organizations. Detail can be found on the PMI website at http://www.pmi.org/prod/groups/public/documents/info/PDC_Cert_CCR_Qualfy_Act.asp
10. How Do I tell PMI about my PDU qualifying activities?

Certificants are responsible for reporting qualifying activities as they occur. PDUs should be reported using the Online PDU Resources system. The Online PDU Resources system also allows certificants to view transcripts to confirm that PDUs have been posted. To report PDUs visit http://tel.occe.ou.edu/pmi/PMI_Member/PDUlogin.php3
11. Who are the Board Members of PMI HR SIG?

Access  [insert LINK to PMIHRSIG CONTACTS] information online.
12. Who do I contact with general membership inquiries (status of membership application, renewal or address changes)?

Primary contact: PMI Customer Care, 610.356.4600, option #8. Email address here.