What is the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) course?
This two-day course prepares learners for PMI's CAPM credential by covering project management fundamentals, predictive and Agile approaches, and the process groups described in the PMBOK Guide. It suits newcomers to project work who need the vocabulary and structure before taking on larger responsibilities.
What is Certified Associate in Project Management training about?
This course gives you a clear, structured path through how to plan, execute and control projects across scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk and stakeholders. You will learn the underlying principles, when and why to apply them, and how to avoid the mistakes teams make in practice. Sessions are interactive and discussion-led, so you build understanding you can defend on the job — not just exam recall.
Key highlights of the CAPM course
- Live, instructor-led training delivered by experienced practitioners
- Hands-on activities, real-world examples and case discussions in every session
- Practical focus on applying Certified Associate in Project Management in your own role and organisation
- Downloadable course materials and reference guides to keep
- Small-group format with room for your specific questions
- Certificate of participation from Simplilead, plus guidance toward certification
Skills you will gain
The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) program is built around the capabilities that matter in project management:
- Planning scope, schedule and budget realistically
- Identifying, assessing and responding to risk
- Leading and motivating project teams
- Managing stakeholders and communications
- Controlling change and tracking progress
- Delivering outcomes aligned to business value
Who should attend?
This Certified Associate in Project Management course is ideal for project managers, programme managers, team leads and professionals responsible for delivering initiatives on time and on budget. There are no rigid prerequisites — just an interest in doing the work well and a willingness to take part in the hands-on sessions.
Why train with Simplilead?
We focus on outcomes, not slideware. Expert trainers, practice-led sessions and ongoing learner support mean you finish the CAPM training able to plan and deliver projects with confidence and control — with a credential that signals real capability to employers.
The programme runs for 2 days of live, instructor-led training and leads to a credential awarded by Project Management Institute (PMI). The certification exam fee is included in the course price.
Who should take the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) course?
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) training is designed for professionals who want to apply it in their current or next role, including:
- Junior project coordinators and team members supporting projects
- Graduates and early-career professionals starting in project management
- Business analysts and engineers taking on project tasks
- Professionals who lack formal project management education
- Candidates working toward the CAPM credential
What are the prerequisites for Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®)?
- PMI requires a secondary degree and 23 contact hours of project management education, which this course can help satisfy; confirm current PMI eligibility rules
Live instructor-led training
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®)
₹24,999
View course & schedulesWhat will you learn in the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) course?
By the end of the training you will be able to:
- Define project, programme and portfolio concepts and the role of a project manager
- Distinguish predictive, Agile and hybrid delivery approaches and when each is appropriate
- Develop a work breakdown structure and scope baseline from stated requirements
- Build a schedule using critical path analysis and apply basic earned value calculations
- Identify and respond to risks using a risk register and qualitative analysis
- Apply stakeholder, communication and quality management concepts across the project life cycle
What is the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) syllabus?
The curriculum is delivered over 2 days and covers 5 modules:
Module 1: Project Management Foundations
- Projects, programmes and portfolios
- Project life cycles
- Organisational structures and roles
- Predictive, Agile and hybrid approaches
Module 2: Initiating and Planning
- Project charter and business case
- Stakeholder identification
- Planning documents and baselines
- Requirements gathering techniques
Module 3: Scope, Schedule and Cost
- Work breakdown structure
- Critical path method
- Cost estimating and budgeting
- Earned value basics
Module 4: Quality, Risk and Resources
- Quality planning and control
- Risk identification and response
- Resource and team management
- Procurement fundamentals
Module 5: Executing, Monitoring and Closing
- Communication management
- Change control process
- Performance reporting
- Project closure and lessons learned
What is the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) exam format?
The credential is awarded by Project Management Institute (PMI). The exam fee is included with this course.
PMP eligibility: 4-year degree with 36 months of project experience, or secondary diploma with 60 months — plus 35 contact hours of project management education (this course fulfils the 35 hours).
| Questions | 180 questions (PMP) — multiple-choice, multiple-response, drag-and-drop and scenario-based |
|---|---|
| Duration | 230 minutes with two 10-minute breaks (PMP) |
| Format | Based on the current PMI Examination Content Outline (updated July 2026, aligned to PMBOK Guide) |
| Delivery | Pearson VUE test centre or online proctored |
| Certification validity | 3 years |
| Renewal | Earn 60 PDUs per 3-year CCR cycle (minimum 35 Education PDUs) and pay the PMI renewal fee |
How much does the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) course cost?
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) training with SimpliLEAD is priced from US$995, inclusive of the certification exam fee. Pricing covers 2 days of live training, courseware and post-class support. The course page shows the same price converted into your local currency, along with current schedules and offers. Payment is charged in US dollars.
Frequently asked questions
How is the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) training delivered?
The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) certification training is delivered as live, instructor-led online classes over 2 days, in small interactive batches with hands-on exercises and real-world examples. You also get session recordings, courseware, and post-class support. Weekday and weekend Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) batches are available, and corporate/in-house delivery can be arranged.
Can I take the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) course online?
Yes. The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) certification training is available as live online classes you can join from anywhere, alongside classroom batches in select locations. Both formats cover the same syllabus and prepare you for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) certification.
Who should attend the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) course?
The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) training course is ideal for Professionals seeking certification, Career switchers, and Team leads.
What are the prerequisites for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) certification?
You should have basic understanding of the domain. Beyond that, there are no formal prerequisites for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) training — our trainers take you from fundamentals to applied skills.
Who awards this certification?
The credential is awarded by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Simplilead provides the PMI-required training and full exam preparation.
Does this course meet PMI's contact-hour / PDU requirement?
Yes. The training provides the formal contact hours (PDUs) PMI requires as part of eligibility, and you receive a certificate confirming them.
Is the exam fee included?
The PMI exam is booked and paid directly with PMI, as PMI administers it through their own testing partner. Your course covers the required training, practice questions, and exam-day strategy so you're fully prepared.
What are the eligibility requirements?
Requirements vary by credential — typically a mix of a degree, documented project experience, and formal project-management education. Our team helps you confirm eligibility and prepare your PMI application.
How is the certification renewed?
PMI credentials are maintained on a three-year cycle by earning PDUs through continued learning and professional activity. We share a practical plan for keeping yours current.
Do you offer group or corporate training for Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®)?
Yes. We run private cohorts for teams with tailored scheduling, and offer group discounts for three or more participants. Contact us for a corporate/in-house quote.
What is your rescheduling and refund policy?
You can reschedule to a later batch at no extra cost with advance notice. Refunds are handled per our published cancellation policy — reach out to support and we'll help you switch dates or process a refund.
Live instructor-led training
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®)
₹24,999
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