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Frequently asked Questions
Need help with something? Here are our most frequently asked questions.
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With the PMI GPM Joint Venture, if I take the course or certification exam from GPM or PMI is there a difference?
The Short Form (RPL) Course and Exam is available from PMI. The Full Course and Full Exam is available from GPM but will be transitioned in August, 2025
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Yes, you qualify for the RPL exam and are a PMP, there is nothing you will need to do as PMI already has you in the system. If you are providing other forms of evidence, you will do so when you register.
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Yes. The exam is online, proctored, and self paced. Here is the link on the PMI website https://www.pmi.org/certifications/green-project-manager-basic-gpm-b
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Yes. Your certificate can be downloaded and printed from credential.net from GPM and Credly from PMI
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They won’t force your boss to promote you, but they definitely give you an edge. Organizations are increasingly valuing sustainability expertise, and your certification shows you’re ahead of the curve.
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Yes, all GPM certification courses, exams, and renewals can be completed online, making it accessible regardless of your location.
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If your certification lapses, you will need to retake the exam (GPM-b) or resubmit evidence as a new candidate (CSPMs, CSPMx, CSP, & CSF). Certifications last for five years so make sure to document your work and put together a case study during that timeframe!
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No experience is required for the GPM-b™ certification. Higher-level certifications like CSPMx™ and CSF™ require a competence assessment that can't be passed without experience.
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The GPM-b exam is available from PMI. If you pass the exam with PMI, we they the certification.
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No hidden fees, but the exam retake fee is $100 USD.
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Once you pay for your exam, you have six months to take it.
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Refunds are available within 7 days of purchase, provided you haven’t started the exam or accessed course materials. After that, all sales are final. (We’re generous, but not that generous.)
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Nope! Your digital certification badge and verification are 100% free. Flaunt your badge on LinkedIn, your email signature, or your Tinder profile—no judgment.
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Many companies reimburse certification costs as part of professional development. Check with your HR department—you might be sitting on free money.
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All you have to do is retake the exam through PMI. Here is the link. https://www.pmi.org/certifications/green-project-manager-basic-gpm-b
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Submit your payment of $99 and then email your payment receipt to info@gpm.org and we will renable it. You will receive an email from the system within 24 hours. https://my.freshbooks.com/#/checkout/48eeb978b6d94c75848efda45fdc4b10
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Yes. They are both the same. We are working on a registry unification process. When you recertify, it will be through PMI and we are moving to a PDU based system. At that time, all certificates will come from PMI. At this time, we have unified the digital badge.

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