There are some differences in content between the individual project management certifications, which result from the different standard works and basic principles. Below you will find a brief insight into the main differences.
The International Competence Baseline (ICB 3.0) describes 46 competence elements of a professional project manager. It is divided into 20 technical competences, 15 behavioural competences and 11 PM context competences.
The Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) describes 10 areas of knowledge and 47 processes for managing projects professionally. The approach is comprehensive and strongly process- and method-oriented. Soft skills are only marginally relevant.
PRINCE2® stands for “Projects in Controlled Environments”. It is a detailed process model that explains what needs to be done in a project from start to finish. The focus is on the basic principles and various applicable techniques.
Our comparison document will help you decide which certificates are best suited to your requirements.
