Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) - Examination Content Outline - 2023 Exam Update

Sep 28, 2026

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The document presents the Project Management Institute (PMI) CAPM Examination Content Outline (ECO) with a 2023 update, defining how the CAPM certification reflects common associate-level project management practices. It describes the purpose of the CAPM for individuals seeking additional responsibility or early career recognition, and explains how a global practice analysis (GPA) and job task analysis (JTA) informed domain validity. It details the four ECO domains and their task percentages, and provides related exam and certification administration information including registration, eligibility, exam retakes, and continuing certification requirements.

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INTRODUCTION

DOMAINS AND TASKS

Domain 1 Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts

Domain 2 Predictive, Plan-Based Methodologies

Domain 3 Agile Frameworks/Methodologies

Domain 4 Business Analysis Frameworks

CAPM Registration and Payment

CAPM Eligibility Requirements

How to Record Your Education During the Registration Process

Registration Processing

CAPM Certification Fees

CAPM Examination Information

Retaking the Exam

Continuing Certification Requirements (CCR) Program

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Examination Content Outline Project Management Institute PMI Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Examination Content Outline 2023 Exam Update Published by: Project Management Institute, Inc. 18 Campus Boulevard Suite 150 Newtown Square, Pennsylvania 19073-3299 USA ©2023 Project Management Institute, Inc. All rights reserved. "PMI", the PMI logo, "PMP", the PMP logo, "PMBOK", "PgMP”,“Project Management Journal", "PM Network", and the PMI Today logo are registered marks of Project Management Institute, Inc. The Quarter Globe Design is a trademark of the Project Management Institute, Inc. For a comprehensive list of PMI marks, contact the PMI Legal Department. Contents INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................ 4 DOMAINS AND TASKS ...................................................................................................................... 6 Domain 1 Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts – 36% ....................................... 7 Domain 2 Predictive, Plan-Based Methodologies – 17% .................................................................. 8 Domain 3 Agile Frameworks/Methodologies – 20% .......................................................................... 9 Domain 4 Business Analysis Frameworks – 27% ........................................................................... 10 CAPM Registration and Payment ..................................................................................................... 11 CAPM Eligibility Requirements .................................................................................................. 11 How to Record Your Education During the Registration Process............................................... 11 Registration Processing............................................................................................................. 11 CAPM Certification Fees .................................................................................................................. 12 CAPM Examination Information........................................................................................................ 13 Retaking the Exam .................................................................................................................... 15 Continuing Certification Requirements (CCR) Program .................................................................... 15 INTRODUCTION Project Management Institute (PMI) offers a professional certification known as the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® for individuals seeking to gain more responsibility or add project management skills to their current role. The CAPM® certification offers recognition to practitioners who are interested in, or just starting , a career in project management, as well as project team members who wish to demonstrate their project management knowledge. This certification indicates knowledge of common practices used by an associate-level project manager as outlined in the CAPM Examination Content Outline (ECO) . PMI aligns its process with certification industry best practices, such as those found within A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide)– Seventh Edition. Individuals who contribute specialized skills to a project team can benefit from this certification by aligning their work with project managers. Individuals who do not have project experience but are interested in project management can also benefit from this certification by demonstrating their professional knowledge. This knowledge can be applied to on-the-job experiences that help develop competencies in the practice of project management. Individuals who carry the CAPM designation after their name enjoy a high level of credibility from Project Management Pr

FAQs

What is the purpose of the CAPM certification and who is it for?

The CAPM certification is designed for individuals seeking responsibility or to gain project management skills, including those starting a career in the field and project team members who want to demonstrate CAPM-aligned knowledge. It can also be beneficial for those without prior project experience who want to prove professional competence.

How were the CAPM ECO domains and tasks updated for the 2023 exam?

PMI conducted a global practice analysis (GPA) and a job task analysis (JTA). The process identified trends and ensured the exam measures critical, frequently performed elements of the profession in real settings.

What are the four CAPM ECO domains and what percentages do they cover?

The ECO is divided into four domains: Domain 1 (Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts) 36%, Domain 2 (Predictive, Plan-Based Methodologies) 17%, Domain 3 (Agile Frameworks/Methodologies) 20%, and Domain 4 (Business Analysis Frameworks) 27%.

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