How do I make a reservation for the next Chapter Meeting?
How do I apply for PMI membership?
How often does the local PMI chapter meet?
What is PMP certification?
How can I prepare for the PMP exam?
How do I earn PDUs?
How do I record my new PDUs with PMI HQ?
What is a PMI SIG?
How do I advertise in the KC Mid-America chapter newsletter and Web site?
How do I advertise jobs on the KC Mid-America chapter Web site?
Q. How do I make a reservation for the next Chapter Meeting?
A. You can register (make a reservation and pay for the dinner meeting) by going to the Current Dinner Meeting link or the Event Calendar and register using your credit card. You must register if you wish to attend a chapter event even if you are not required to pay a fee (a guest, sponsor, or PMI chapter Board member). If you have any difficulties with registration or have a question send an e-mail message to reservations@kcpmichapter.org. Despite the fact that you must register for each Chapter Meeting, you can pay at the registration table by check or cash (sorry we can’t process credit cards at the door).
Please register at least 5 calendar days before the meeting. If you registration after the Thursday before the meeting, we will add $5 to the fee.
We encourage you to pay by credit card on-line by clicking the link on the Current Dinner Meeting link. If you register, but can't attend the meeting, please cancel your registration by the Thursday before the meeting and received a full refund minus a processing fee of 15 percent. Your refund will be made by check and sent to you after the meeting date. You can’t cancel your registration after the Thursday before the meeting, but you can always send a substitute. If you have special circumstances, send an e-mail to reservations@kcpmichapter.org.
Q. How do I apply for PMI membership?
A. Membership in PMI does not require PMP Certification. By joining PMI you agree to adhere to the PMI Member Code of Ethics. Complete the membership application available from the VP of Membership, at vpmembership@kcpmichapter.org or apply online. Annual dues are $119.00 ($30.00 for students) plus $10.00 new member application fee and chapter annual fee of $20.00. Chapter members receive discounted fees when registering for chapter sponsored events. If you are already a member of Global PMI you can become a member of the local KC PMI Mid-America Chapter here.
The KC PMI Mid-America Chapter provides a 'network of expertise' such as:
Face-to-face contact with peers from various organizations and industries working in the project management field.
Advancement of project management profession within local businesses, universities and professional organizations in the Kansas City area.
Promotion of project management professionalism through chapter activities, a bi-monthly newsletter, meetings and other educational programs designed to strengthen the knowledge, awareness and understanding of project management principles, tools and techniques.
Support for PMP Exam preparation through the organization of study groups.
Q. How often does the local PMI chapter meet?
A. The Kansas City Mid-America Chapter of PMI holds meetings on the second Monday of every odd-numbered month. See our Event Calendar and our Current Dinner Meeting page.
Q. What is PMP certification?
A. PMI's Project Management Professional (PMP) credential is the project management profession's most globally recognized and respected certification credential. To obtain PMP certification an individual must satisfy education and experience requirements, agree to and adhere to a Code of Professional Conduct, and pass the PMP Certification Examination.
Q. How can I prepare for the PMP exam?
A. There are classes and study groups in the local area, provided by educational organizations, employers. For more information, contact the VP of Professional Development, at vpprodev@kcpmichapter.org.
Q. How do I earn PDUs?
A. There are many ways to earn PDUs. The local KC PMI chapter provides a number of these including: Membership Dinner Meetings, Professional Development Days, Education Workshops, and many volunteer opportunities within the chapter. Information on submitting PDUs is on this website.
Q. How do I record my new PDUs with PMI HQ?
A. Each PMP is responsible for submitting their PDU’s and maintaining a file to verify each PDU submitted. To submit PDU’s is quit simple and can best be done through the www.pmi.org website or click here.
Q. What is a PMI SIG?
A. Specific Interest Groups are industry- or interest-based components of PMI. In contrast, PMI Chapters are geographically based groups of project management professionals. The PMI Bylaws define a Specific Interest Group as a group of Institute members representing specific interests, with no distinct and definable geographic location, and where the actual or potential number of SIG members will create a viable subsidiary organization of the Institute. For more information, see PMI SIGS.
Q. How do I advertise in the KC Mid- America chapter newsletter and Web site?
A. The KC Mid-America chapter newsletter is published every two months and Web site ads are monthly. To submit an advertisement, see our sponsorship section and e-mail the VP of Communications with any questions.
Q. How do I advertise jobs on the KC Mid-America chapter Web site?
A. Project management related employment opportunities can be posted for a month free of charge. To submit an employment opportunity, please see the career center link under programs.
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